Enjoy this never before released video from one of the first Matters of Her Heart meetings about true beauty! https://vimeo.com/131562868
Sunday, June 28, 2015
True Beauty
Enjoy this never before released video from one of the first Matters of Her Heart meetings about true beauty! https://vimeo.com/131562868
Thursday, June 25, 2015
1 Corinthians 6:19-20
"Or do you not know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit within you,
whom you have from God? You are not your own,
for you were bought with a price. So glorify God in your body."
~ 1 Corinthians 6:19-20
Tuesday, June 23, 2015
Update!
Hello, my friends! I am sorry about my blogging absence of late. Life has been absolutely crazy and time to write has been very limited. I've been currently working two jobs (almost full-time) and taking college classes full time (some the hardest classes I've taken yet!). In this midst of all of this craziness, a lot of things have been pushed to the back burner, including Matters of Her Heart. But I'm getting back to things now. Why?
Well, I got my wisdom teeth out yesterday. I'm sore and swollen and tired. But this week I'm off work (though I still have school to do), so I'll have more time to write and catch up on the things, including the monthly email newsletter and some blog posts!
I also want to hear from you this week! What has God taught you about modesty over the years? I would love to hear from you, learning more about your thoughts, hearing about what verses have especially encouraged you in modesty, what areas of modesty you would like me to address, and your testimonies about God's work in your life as He has built you up in the area modesty. No email is too short or too long. I am just interested in learning from you about how modesty has affected your life. Perhaps I can use some of your thoughts in a future email or blog post, but I'll be sure to ask. I can't wait to hear your thoughts!
Thank you for your patience with me as I walk through this crazy adventure called life. God is so good through it all. In the moments when I felt like I was doing the impossible, when my brain felt fried, when my heart was weary, God was here with me. He has sustained and blessed me in so many ways.
Last night I came across these verses from Psalms that reflects the praise my heart from these past weeks: "Blessed is the man who makes the Lord his trust…You have multiplied, O Lord my God, your wondrous deeds and your thoughts toward us; none can compare with you! I will proclaim and tell of them, yet they are more than can be told." ~ Psalm 40:4a-5
As I've leaned on God and trusted Him, He has blessed me in countless ways. There truly is none like Him. I would love to tell you everything He done in my life in these past weeks, but "they are more than can be told." Whether it was the tight and tender hug of a little child, kind words from a co-worker, playing piano at church, etc., God has blessed me and blessed me indeed. He is good. I don't know what adventure He has taken you on this week, but I do know that He is with you every step of the way. Trust Him! He is so good and there is none like Him! He will bless you in countless ways.
Love in Christ,
Christina
Well, I got my wisdom teeth out yesterday. I'm sore and swollen and tired. But this week I'm off work (though I still have school to do), so I'll have more time to write and catch up on the things, including the monthly email newsletter and some blog posts!
I also want to hear from you this week! What has God taught you about modesty over the years? I would love to hear from you, learning more about your thoughts, hearing about what verses have especially encouraged you in modesty, what areas of modesty you would like me to address, and your testimonies about God's work in your life as He has built you up in the area modesty. No email is too short or too long. I am just interested in learning from you about how modesty has affected your life. Perhaps I can use some of your thoughts in a future email or blog post, but I'll be sure to ask. I can't wait to hear your thoughts!
Thank you for your patience with me as I walk through this crazy adventure called life. God is so good through it all. In the moments when I felt like I was doing the impossible, when my brain felt fried, when my heart was weary, God was here with me. He has sustained and blessed me in so many ways.
Last night I came across these verses from Psalms that reflects the praise my heart from these past weeks: "Blessed is the man who makes the Lord his trust…You have multiplied, O Lord my God, your wondrous deeds and your thoughts toward us; none can compare with you! I will proclaim and tell of them, yet they are more than can be told." ~ Psalm 40:4a-5
As I've leaned on God and trusted Him, He has blessed me in countless ways. There truly is none like Him. I would love to tell you everything He done in my life in these past weeks, but "they are more than can be told." Whether it was the tight and tender hug of a little child, kind words from a co-worker, playing piano at church, etc., God has blessed me and blessed me indeed. He is good. I don't know what adventure He has taken you on this week, but I do know that He is with you every step of the way. Trust Him! He is so good and there is none like Him! He will bless you in countless ways.
Love in Christ,
Christina
Soli Deo Gloria ~ To God Alone Be the Glory!
Tuesday, June 2, 2015
Isaiah 52:7
How beautiful on the mountains are the feet of those who bring good news,
who proclaim peace, who bring good tidings, who proclaim salvation,
who say to Zion, “Your God reigns!”
~ Isaiah 52:7
Saturday, May 30, 2015
So…How Do I Do It? 15 Modesty Tips
People talk a lot about the importance of modesty. But, we then ask, how do we do it? What does it look like in "real life"? I'm not going to give you a modesty check list or set of guidelines, but I do want to share 15 practical tips of things that I've learned over the years. Feel free to send me yours!
1. When you get dressed each day, remember that you are dressing for the Lord, as His treasure, for the purpose of serving Him and reflecting His light inside of you!
2. Buy camisoles, leggings, and thin shirts with varying necklines to layer under clothing and help to ensure modesty.
3. Wear boots and leggings with your skirts in the winter.
4. Shop at resale shops for modest, less expensive styles.
5. Purchase a bigger size if the article of clothing is too tight, but make sure that it doesn't bulge in the wrong places! :)
6. If you find a brand/style of clothing that is modest and fits you well, invest in a bunch of them because styles and brands are always changing.
7. If you aren't sure about it, don't buy it. Just because an outfit is modest doesn't mean you have to get it. And if it is borderline modest and you keep second guessing yourself, skip it! Only buy clothes you think you will actually wear (and I mean more than once!).
8. For swim suits, shop in the active wear section for moisture-wicking tops and bottoms.
9. To dress up plain tops, use scarves, short necklaces, and long necklaces.
10. Use jewelry that isn't really big and gaudy. It should accessorize your outfit, not take over!
11. Simple yet pretty hair styles can be accomplished with some bobby pins, heat (curling iron or straightener), a pretty clip, gel, mousse, etc. God gave you hair that looks good on you! Don't be extreme and change it too much!
12. Make-up isn't for everyone. I know lots of girls who look great without it! If you do wear it, be natural. Don't wear very bright, dark, or obvious colors anywhere on your face. Find products that look good with your skin and features. (Ask your mom for her advice!) Keep your look fresh and sweet.
13. Before you go somewhere, think about what you will be doing. Will you be around little kids? Make sure your outfit is conducive to sitting on the floor, bending over, etc. Will you be on stage? Make sure that there are no eye-catching aspects of your outfit that will distract from your performance. Will you be exercising? Make sure that you can be modest in all positions. You get the picture! Ask yourself if you will be comfortable and modest with what you will be doing in your outfit!
14. As we talked about in our last post, draw attention to your face. Make sure that your outfit doesn't draw people's eyes to your body, but lifts them upward toward your smile!
15. Don't forget, have fun! There is so much freedom and joy in modesty! We'll keep digging into it in the weeks to come!
Blessings,
Christina
1. When you get dressed each day, remember that you are dressing for the Lord, as His treasure, for the purpose of serving Him and reflecting His light inside of you!
2. Buy camisoles, leggings, and thin shirts with varying necklines to layer under clothing and help to ensure modesty.
3. Wear boots and leggings with your skirts in the winter.
4. Shop at resale shops for modest, less expensive styles.
5. Purchase a bigger size if the article of clothing is too tight, but make sure that it doesn't bulge in the wrong places! :)
6. If you find a brand/style of clothing that is modest and fits you well, invest in a bunch of them because styles and brands are always changing.
7. If you aren't sure about it, don't buy it. Just because an outfit is modest doesn't mean you have to get it. And if it is borderline modest and you keep second guessing yourself, skip it! Only buy clothes you think you will actually wear (and I mean more than once!).
8. For swim suits, shop in the active wear section for moisture-wicking tops and bottoms.
9. To dress up plain tops, use scarves, short necklaces, and long necklaces.
10. Use jewelry that isn't really big and gaudy. It should accessorize your outfit, not take over!
11. Simple yet pretty hair styles can be accomplished with some bobby pins, heat (curling iron or straightener), a pretty clip, gel, mousse, etc. God gave you hair that looks good on you! Don't be extreme and change it too much!
12. Make-up isn't for everyone. I know lots of girls who look great without it! If you do wear it, be natural. Don't wear very bright, dark, or obvious colors anywhere on your face. Find products that look good with your skin and features. (Ask your mom for her advice!) Keep your look fresh and sweet.
13. Before you go somewhere, think about what you will be doing. Will you be around little kids? Make sure your outfit is conducive to sitting on the floor, bending over, etc. Will you be on stage? Make sure that there are no eye-catching aspects of your outfit that will distract from your performance. Will you be exercising? Make sure that you can be modest in all positions. You get the picture! Ask yourself if you will be comfortable and modest with what you will be doing in your outfit!
14. As we talked about in our last post, draw attention to your face. Make sure that your outfit doesn't draw people's eyes to your body, but lifts them upward toward your smile!
15. Don't forget, have fun! There is so much freedom and joy in modesty! We'll keep digging into it in the weeks to come!
Blessings,
Christina
Soli Deo Gloria ~ To God Alone Be the Glory!
Saturday, May 23, 2015
Proverbs 31:30
"Charm is deceitful, and beauty is vain,
but a woman who fears the Lord is to be praised."
but a woman who fears the Lord is to be praised."
~ Proverbs 31:30
Photo Credit: Leanna B.
Photo Credit: Leanna B.
Wednesday, May 20, 2015
Your Smile
There is one thing that makes every single one of you beautiful. It’s your smile! Even if you don’t think you have a perfect smile, it really is the prettiest feature of your face because it makes you light up! It transforms you and radiates your joy and happiness from within.
I’ve met many people over the years (including many of you!) and realized that a smile makes an incredible difference in a person's face. People who don’t smile or have their face in a constant sour expression are…well….ugly. I remember watching a movie with a bitter, feministic woman as the main character. She always had a sour, proud expression on her face and I didn't think she was very pretty. But when she was interviewed in the special features of the movie, she was smiling as she talked and she looked so beautiful. What a change! She looked like a different woman!
When we smile, there is a beauty that shines out from within, for our joy comes from the Lord and we get to share it in our faces. As daughters of the King, our faces shine with His radiance and it is no more obvious than in our smiles: “Those who look to him are radiant, and their faces shall never be ashamed” (Psalm 34:5). We have no shame in Christ, but only the radiance of lives that reflect the beauty of God. As we are looking to Him and His face is shining upon us (Numbers 6:24-26) and His light is shining in us (2 Corinthians 4:6), our physical faces and smiles can radiate His light and beauty.
I think a smile is one of the most beautiful things God created! I love it when I see someone's eyes light up and crinkle in the corners, dimples or smile lines pop out of their cheeks, lips turn upward, teeth burst through, and delight spread across their face. It's a wonderful thing to be able to smile and express the joy of the Lord! And it's contagious!
Did you know that dressing modestly draws attention to our smiles? When we are dressed in a way that takes the focus off of our bodies and points upward, toward our faces, people will be drawn to our smiles. Let's draw attention to our faces by the way we dress, revealing the light which is inside of us. Then we can smile with the joy of the Lord and let Jesus’ light shine through us onto everyone we meet!
I think a smile is one of the most beautiful things God created! I love it when I see someone's eyes light up and crinkle in the corners, dimples or smile lines pop out of their cheeks, lips turn upward, teeth burst through, and delight spread across their face. It's a wonderful thing to be able to smile and express the joy of the Lord! And it's contagious!
Did you know that dressing modestly draws attention to our smiles? When we are dressed in a way that takes the focus off of our bodies and points upward, toward our faces, people will be drawn to our smiles. Let's draw attention to our faces by the way we dress, revealing the light which is inside of us. Then we can smile with the joy of the Lord and let Jesus’ light shine through us onto everyone we meet!
“You are the light of the world. A city set on a hill cannot be hidden. Nor do people light a lamp and put it under a basket, but on a stand, and it gives light to all in the house. In the same way, let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father who is in heaven.” Matthew 5:14-16
Christina
Soli Deo Gloria ~ To God Alone Be the Glory
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