Mennonites and Quakers were the first groups to oppose slavery and I respect them for that.

@starr6465

3 жыл бұрын

AmericanPatriot That sounds very good, I will research. Thank you for sharing

@virginiasoskin9082

3 жыл бұрын

Both Mennonites and Quakers are still very much involved in emergency rescue, Red Cross type activities. I am Lutheran and we have the Lutheran Disaster Response organization and we are encouraged to give money to it either personally or as congregations.

@KiKiQuiQuiKiKi

3 жыл бұрын

Well explained-thank you!

@miriamhavard7621

3 жыл бұрын

Me, also.

@misamisa2677

3 жыл бұрын

Sorry 1st were muslims

Years ago I became disabled and when I got to the point that i could no longer do the basic housework and finding that most cleaners refuse to do dishes, I was able to hire a Mennonite girl whose mother came with her for an interview. I think I was being interviewed more than the other way around! Once Mom was satisfied that I was a Christian and there would be no drinking, smoking, foul language etc. Her daughter came to work for me, I am now on my third cleaner as when they can no longer do it, THEY find someone to help me from their community. My current lady has been with me for 5-6 years now. We have become good friends. I appreciate her and her family so much. I make quilts and she knows it so when I told her how much I admired the fabric in a new dress, she brought me some of the scraps to use. God blessed me so much with this woman. I don't know what I would do without her or her community that come and Christmas carol at our home as I can no longer get out to church. While I have no problem wearing shorts or whatever at home, if I know one of the men from her family has to come over for whatever reason, I change into something more modest, which is how I generally dress. I have never figured out how a woman wearing a mini skirt/dress can stand sitting on a chair with no fabric in between her bottom and the chair, and I sure don't want to sit where she has been. Very nice blog.

@theMennoniteMom

3 жыл бұрын

I'm so glad you could find such good help and become friends. Thanks for sharing!

@dawn7612

3 жыл бұрын

👍💕

@alicewhite6051

3 жыл бұрын

the Mennonite Mom 6

I agree with you about the siding on the house. I hate when people do needless modernization of an older house. There is nothing wrong with the older aesthetic.

You are beautiful at your weight. Don't ever feel ashamed. So happy you're healthy.

@theMennoniteMom

3 жыл бұрын

thank you so much!

@stephaniehannah2003

3 жыл бұрын

Yes, I agree. Your personality is just so inviting and beautiful. And even though you wear Mennonite style dresses I see your vibrant personality shine through with your family choices. There's nothing wrong with your weight. You two are happy.

@mlwilliams7959

3 жыл бұрын

@@theMennoniteMom You don't look like a nun. I was told by one Mennonite group that the reason why the men looked more "current" was because the women's clothes had to be made in a certain style. However I have seen other groups have women wearing more "current" styles as long as it is modest. Is that true where you live?

@theMennoniteMom

3 жыл бұрын

@@mlwilliams7959 yes. Every church is different. Some require a certain style dress, others buy their clothes (:

you should not feel bad about your weight, as long as you live a healthy life, that is the most important

@sallyannc3176

3 жыл бұрын

A healthy life does mean controlling your weight - but a better guide to health then simply measuring BMI is that a woman's waist should be less than 30 inches and a man's less than 40 inches. Any more than that denotes fat gain around the middle of the trunk which is the most dangerous for us.

@kassrripples3659

3 жыл бұрын

@@sallyannc3176 the liver function ... metabolic health is important... I’ve got middle age podge. I’m getting close to 50 though. I worry about my insulin resistance and insulin overload.

@sallyannc3176

3 жыл бұрын

@@kassrripples3659 yup - your Liver will struggle if you put on a lot of weight around your middle (Non alcoholic fatty liver disease). But what I was saying was that weight isn't just what to look at - my husband has a 'big frame' as he's 6'3" and has size 12 (UK) feet so has always weighed a lot. But when his waist measurement crept over 40" he had some beginnings of liver fibrosis. He reduced his weight by a stone and a half and waist measurement by couple of inches and his Liver tests (LFTs) are back to normal levels.

@eej902

2 жыл бұрын

@@kassrripples3659 just read swishing with hydrogen peroxide kills a bacteria in your mouth that messes with your blood sugar levels. I recommend watering it down by half before swishing.

Hi Janine. I grew up in a Mennonite background and I thought you did a great job explaining why the men and women dress the way they do. 👍🏼 You do a great job with your videos.

@theMennoniteMom

3 жыл бұрын

thank you kindly!

You are fine. One thing about you , you come across honest and kind. I do however think men should wear pants or jeans rather than shorts because women aren’t the only ones that should be modest .

@theMennoniteMom

3 жыл бұрын

yes, I agree with you. In our specific church, men don't wear shorts unless it's swimming or such an activity. And we women would also were long shorts or skorts for such things. (I don't on youtube). However, in other churches where women wear skirts and blouse (often knee length skirts) then you'll see the men wearing shorts. So, it kind of goes hand in hand. Women that wear longer skirts, the men will usually wear long pants.

@elic903

3 жыл бұрын

I also agree. I wondered why that was too. We are holiness and we believe in modesty in both men and women. Our women wear dresses and skirts and our the men wear pants. I always wondered why I would see some mennonite men wearing shorts and even sleeveless shirts. Anyways I enjoy the channel. Thanks for sharing! And keep being a witness for the Lord! By the way, i totally agree with that you can spot other modest families while in stores or in other places. Thanks for your explanations.

@diamondhair11

3 жыл бұрын

@Michele Mcmillian You are so right......The only body I want to see is my husbands, and he is the only one to see mine...or part of it.... I am not a "run around the house naked" kind of woman...i am very modest, even around my husband. I love maxi dresses with a little shirt over it.....I never wear tight clothes, no cleavage showing, my husband always wears a shirt and pants. He doesn't like shorts and he will not go without a shirt, except in the house with only me. I wish we would see a lot more women and men, dressing modestly.

I’m glad that you said, “I choose to”. I choose to keep the sabbath, I choose to dress modestly, etc. When you were talking about carefully following the Bible scriptures, I was reminded of a quote that I keep on my refrigerator: “There is a careful way and a casual way to live the gospel. As we consider our commitment to the Savior...are we careful or casual?”-Becky Craven

@theMennoniteMom

3 жыл бұрын

I like that quote. Thank you for sharing it!

@melissatamer9193

3 жыл бұрын

Amen! I love that

@thekingsdaughter4233

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for that quote. I think I need to post that somewhere in my house, too. :-)

@miriamhavard7621

3 жыл бұрын

It's pretty helpful. I wonder, who is Becky Craven?

@messianichebrewshawnkawcak1550

3 жыл бұрын

Exactly. Like Yeshua/Jesus said “if you love me, keep the commandments.” I find the sabbath a blessing, I plan my week for it. I keep the holy days because I see them as a wedding rehearsal for the bride of Christ. I keep the dietary laws because I am a temple of Holy Spirit, and to remind me how important it is to be care what is allowed in my temple. Modesty should remind us of Christ (hence Adam and Eve’s clothes being the first burnt offering). I love my tunic instead of pants, needed something to go with my tallit. I see headcovering as a crown for a daughter of the King of the Universe, a physical symbol of a spiritual protection, hence why the wife suspected of adultery had to remove Her covering during the adultery test in Numbers 5:18.

I agree with you. Clothes shopping for women can be a nightmare. We have very little choice, because necklines are low on almost all the garments. Then we struggle with a fabric being so thin that they are almost see through. Women have to end up wearing another undergarments underneath a top to be able to stay modest. Dresses and skirts in the stores are made very short. It can be totally frustrating to find clothing that is even reasonably modest.

@theMennoniteMom

3 жыл бұрын

I can imagine!

I am in agreement that too many church traditions can become “religion” when our Christian faith should be cantered on Jesus,. It’s about Him only!

I asked Lynette the question about the dressing difference between Mennonite men and women and she directed me to this video An I’m so glad she did your explanation was very interesting an informative thank you I for one respect you an others for holding on to cherished traditions thank you!

@theMennoniteMom

3 жыл бұрын

I'm glad she did! Welcome! and it's an honor you stopped by.

Thank you for explaining this in such an honest and gracious way. I’m a Christian but not Mennonite. I appreciate you acknowledging tradition. All denominations have tradition. When tradition becomes an idol, we’re in trouble no matter the denomination.

@theMennoniteMom

3 жыл бұрын

so true!

@chantemichelle888

3 жыл бұрын

I like that “when tradition becomes an idol than we’re in trouble” 👍🏼 thanks for sharing that comment. I agree. I’m also a born again Christian 💜

I once heard a quote saying "In order to understand tomorrow, we must understand yesterday" and I think about that sometimes, how much we learn from history

@thesaintmustwalkalone708

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing!

I totally agree with painting the house. So many people ruin old houses by putting vynal on😔

That last little disclaimer about it not being religion is maybe the most important part.

I love how you explained modesty. I completely agree with you too. Isn't something that is seems "sexy" for a woman to be more and more unclothed. This is just so wrong and women need to correct that and respect themselves more.

@theMennoniteMom

3 жыл бұрын

I very much agree.

I'm relatively new to dressing modestly. My husband and I were talking about modesty for men the other day. We came to the conclusion that the fit is very important. Women definitely lust after muscular men so my husband tries to wear less fitted shirts to practice modesty.

@theMennoniteMom

3 жыл бұрын

That's a good point. God bless you as you make godly choices in life.

@linak7155

3 жыл бұрын

Brittany, love your head dress! May Yehovah bless your walk! Shalom! 🙏

@averybell4273

3 жыл бұрын

Yes Fit is important, looser pants on men would indicate modesty to me.

@narjsskh4487

3 жыл бұрын

My husband and I are muslim, and we had the same conversation! He also wears looser things because of it. God bless you 🌹

@SarahLizDoan

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!!!!

This was a great video. Everything you said made sense.

I’m glad you are repainting the siding!

Absolutely loved this! Thanks for sharing.

Another blessings I have found in wearing dresses only? I make my own, all from the same pattern. I have 6 “cool weather” dresses and 6 “ warm weather” dresses. That’s it! Talk about a simple wardrobe. I love the freedom now in not having a myriad of decisions to make about what to wear each day. When one of my newer dresses starts wearing out, it goes into the everyday selection that I wear at home and I make another to replace it for going out of the house. The old dress becomes rags or quilt pieces. I appreciate your candor in explaining this subject. Blessings, Betsy

@theMennoniteMom

3 жыл бұрын

Yes! I'm with you! I'm not a frills type of person. I like the simplicity of it!

Wonderfully said. God Bless 🙏😊❤️🌺🌺

You explained it wonderfully! 🥰

Thank you for sharing. I always enjoy when you share what is on your heart.

I loved this video! You totally nailed it. Love how you brought history into the whole head covering/ dress thing and yeah, it gave me, as a Mennonite, good food for thought. Thanks for all your hard work!! Great job editing! Lol blessings ❤️

Well said and explained on the modest clothing. Be ye kind one to another! Blessings,

Beautifully stated.

Thank you for all the wonderful explanations. Bless you and your lovely family.

You are BEAUTIFUL. Loved the explanation!

Yes. Thankyou for being a platform that says modesty is okay as well!!!

You did a great job explaining things.

Great video, always wondered about the clothing and explained it perfectly. Thanks for sharing!!

You did a great job in explaining modesty!

Loved this video!! You stated the reasons behind modest dressing very well and with much grace! Thank you!

Hooray for mennonite mom! Thank you Jeanine

Amen! Well said! Thank you for sharing! God bless you!

Appreciate the time you spend making these interesting videos. Thanks!

@theMennoniteMom

3 жыл бұрын

So nice of you. thanks!

you are adorable Jeannine! Modesty is the key here and also you are honoring your heritage by the way you dress. You are not standing out to be noticed but standing with your belief in modesty and honoring God and your family. In the end if you are pleasing the Lord, that's all that matters.

@theMennoniteMom

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

I enjoyed the video. You did a great job explaining.. Blessings to you!

I appreciate you sharing your lifestyle with us! I throughly enjoyed your prospective!!

I really enjoyed this video and I think you explained yourself very well. 😊🇦🇺

@theMennoniteMom

3 жыл бұрын

thank you kindly!

You did a great job explaining why you dress the way you do. I appreciated your comment that there are many ways to dress modestly. I’m Mennonite, but I don’t wear dresses usually. I’m most comfortable when I’m wearing loose-fitting clothing that covers my legs and shoulders, etc.. For me, that can mean loose-fitting sweatpants and tee shirts. Luckily, I rarely need to dress up more than that. 😄

Great job explaining. Thanks 🙂

Thanks soooo much for taking the time to share this with us! Lots of love from the Netherlands, Europe ❤️

There's absolutely nothing wrong with speaking from the heart. No notes needed. :-)

Thank you so much for sharing!! I love the way you brought out the difference between men and women in their dress! It makes sense! Keep shining the light of Jesus! God bless you!💜

Beautifully said. Loved what you said about balance, so good for everyone! Have a lovely day!

Very well explained. Thank you.

I'm not Mennonite, But you have explained yourself beautifully. (Even without notes) lol I've wondered myself about the men dressing what appears to be more modern. I respect you, what you stand for, and what your trying to do. Keep it up. Stay you. God Bless

@theMennoniteMom

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you kindly!

Thank you for such a good explanation on convictions in a Christian’s life.

Very well said! Thank you! ❤

This was a wonderful video.Thanks so much.

I love being able to dress modestly. I know that we who choose to dress more modestly often draw attention, but in a positive way. I have been approached and actually ”thanked” for dressing this way. I wouldn't change this for the world.

@theMennoniteMom

3 жыл бұрын

yes! so true! I have also had similar experiences. Once, I very tough looking Harley man approached me. I forget what he said, but he was very respectful. I've noticed it various times, that men tend to treat us (modestly dressed women) more respectfully than maybe they do those that aren't. It's been a blessing.

@DianeBianchi_MNStormSpotter

3 жыл бұрын

@@theMennoniteMom Yes, I noticed that too!

Thank you for your thoughts on modesty. Well said!

I really enjoyed your honest straightforward answers and explanations. This was very informative.

Love every single bit of this video! God bless you for your honesty, your desire to live for Him, and your vulnerability! Its inspiring!

I grew up mennonite and I feel you did an excellent job of explaining in your video. Keep up the good work. I always enjoy your high quality videos.

@theMennoniteMom

3 жыл бұрын

thank you kindly!

You are so true, kind and honest. As a member of the LDS Church I relate so much to your values. We are sisters in spirit. Thank you.

@Kindnessmatters2

3 жыл бұрын

I was thinking the same thing...💕

@kassrripples3659

3 жыл бұрын

Nice to see your comment here.

I appreciated your explanation so much. Good for you!! 😀

I think the way you explain things is so spot on. You have worded things so well, thank you.

I appreciate you explaining the topic of modest dress. I know it can be a hard topic to address while not seeming to be judgemental. I am independent fundamental Baptist. We have always been taught modesty and I dress in a distinctive feminine and modest manner. When explaining my convictions I have been viewed as prideful which I am not. I hope everyone understands that someone can have these convictions while still loving and respecting others who may disagree. In the end we will answer to God for our own actions. So I will be kind and respectful to others who will believe differently than me. And I hope that everyone will show you the same respect to you for explaining and answering that question. God Bless! ❤️

@theMennoniteMom

3 жыл бұрын

thank you kindly. Yes, people can quickly think you are prideful if you do things differently. thanks for sharing.

This is the first video that I have seen of you and I just wanted to say you explained everything so well! I absolutely loved how you explained that the way you choose to dress etc is simply letting the heart change that came from loving the Lord pour outward, (you said it so much better). I'm a Christian and I completely agree that women now days are not generally taught about modesty in society as a whole. My grandmother taught me about modesty and I was grateful for all those valuable lessons.

@theMennoniteMom

3 жыл бұрын

thanks for being here! It's a real honor! God bless you as you serve Him!

Wonderful explanation of your beliefs & modest dress. Thank you!

As far as I am concerned you were right on track. What a wonderfully filled informative video. Thank you for sharing with us.

Dear Janine,you are a dear kind soul and I like you! You can dress how you like as long as your happy and no one should judge.You and Xander are real chatty and such a people person.If you visit Scotland I would love to show you around and to be my guest.My Mum has Crohns and it can be awful.You should be a motivational speaker.Lots Love from Scotland 🙋‍♀️🙋‍♀️🙋‍♀️

@theMennoniteMom

3 жыл бұрын

oooo, I may just take you up on a Scotland tour. You have no idea how much we would all enjoy having a local take us around. Scotland is on my husband's bucket list. I'm sorry your Mum has Crohns... it's so hard! Hugs!

This is so interesting! My sister-in-law chose to join the local traditional Mennonite community (in BC, Canada) after attending a traditional Mennonite elementary school, and her community is much more conservative than your community seems to be, but much less than other communities. She can have coloured and patterned dresses, unlike many other communities, but her husband would never wear “trendy” or fitted jeans or tshirts. In their community the men wear store bought jeans and pants, but home sewn, long sleeve, button up shirts. It is interesting to see the many many levels of modesty!

@theMennoniteMom

3 жыл бұрын

very interesting. Yes, mennonites really vary from one church to another.

You stated your beliefs, convictions very well.

Your kindness really comes through in your videos.

Well explain!! I started wearing skirts and dresses only and was ask if I was going to Church🤣You definitely stand out when trying to look modest.

@theMennoniteMom

3 жыл бұрын

LOL, yes. that happens!

Hey Janine! Fellow Mennonite here! Thanks for sharing this! Very accurate and as I’m just a teenager I now feel better equipped to answer when someone asks me why I dress like I do 😊

@theMennoniteMom

3 жыл бұрын

cheers, and thank you!

Explained very well!!

I love to learn about this. Thank you for this, you did great!

I & my husband joined a mennonite church in our late 20s. (neither of us were raised that way) At first I HATED the dresses. I was already dressing modestly and wearing a covering.. I didn't feel I needed to change that. But the longer we've been in the church, the more I've realized there is a bit of "unity in spirit", for lack of a better term, for the women in it. It's also so freeing to know I can pick fabrics I love & sew a dress that will fit perfect in only 2 hours or so. You are right about being able to spot a mennonite man, or even a mennonite youth young man. There are little differences that stand out loudly to us, but not really much in society. Also, I'm thankful I don't have to sew pants for my guys!! I think you did a beautiful job explaining the differences! You're heartfelt sincerity was very touching.

@theMennoniteMom

3 жыл бұрын

I'm sure you did have a jolt! People coming in do sacrifice a lot, but I agree with you. There is something unifying and simple that I love about it. Thanks for sharing! I love hearing from 1st generation mennonites. (:

I really appreciate & respect your solid position/conviction with your Christian beliefs. I am grateful for your presence in the KZread world. You are such a blessing & a breath of fresh air!!

@theMennoniteMom

3 жыл бұрын

thank you kindly!

You do such a great job with your videos!

You have answered the question of dress very well. Thank you and God bless you.

You did wonderful at explaining everything. We as a family have chosen that the boys and men wear shirts with a collar and buttons, my husband personally has chosen to wear a long sleeved shirt every day, where as our son wears both short and long. Now our church has no rules on this things t-shirts are very much a thing and I'm not saying that that's wrong but we as a family have chosen to be this way

@theMennoniteMom

3 жыл бұрын

good for you. Yes, shirts with collars tend to be more dressy. I appreciate you sharing.

Love how you talked about not letting dressing become “religion,” I go to a Quaker meeting and it’s very similar! Quakers are most interested in the inward journey and clothing isn’t important, but it’s very nice to see how you DO use clothing to show your journey:)

@theMennoniteMom

3 жыл бұрын

thank you!

I learned a lot in this video! What a beautiful way to explain the dresses, what you wear in your hair, etc. This was a great way to open other people's hearts and minds.

Thank you so much for sharing this!!❤️

I appreciate the history lesson! Thank you! I had often thought of men's suits as basically the same throughout the years but I was mostly jealous their shoes were more comfortable than mine as there is no such thing as a pair of comfortable heels in my opinion. LOL I'm glad you are feeling well and I wish you continued success in your journey to lose weight. I think you look great but I understand what it's like to be really sick, lose a bunch, be happy with that even though you're miserable, then finally feel great again only to eat what you want and gain it all back. I'm still trying to come out of my flare but I'm feeling much better which has led to some poor food decisions for which I always pay for but I'm learning. =) God bless!

@theMennoniteMom

3 жыл бұрын

Hugs to you! I hope you are currently doing great! It's such an up and down ride. :(

I had two auto-immune problems after the birth of my daughter, hyper-thyroidism and irritable bowel syndrome. The irritable bowel syndrome was so painful and I wasn’t absorbing nutrients very well. Now that I am in menopause, it only tears it’s ugly head occasionally. The hyper-thyroid caused infertility issues. I got pregnant about 2 1/2 years after her birth, but miscarried at the beginning of my 3rd month. I got pregnant a while later and had a baby boy. My daughter is 4 1/2 years older than my son. After his birth, my hyper-thyroid got even more hyper!! My hair fell out and I lost a lot of weight. I never was able to get pregnant again. I know that your son is a tender mercy and a blessing from God. I came from a big family and I am a member of a church that traditionally has large families. It is hard sometimes to answer questions from family and friends, as to why you don’t have more children. But the Lord blesses us in other ways. I now have 9 grandchildren! “The joy we feel has little to do with the circumstances of our lives and everything to do with the focus of our lives. - Russell M. Nelson

@theMennoniteMom

3 жыл бұрын

thanks for sharing. You have been through much. but God is good! 9 grandchildren! What a blessing!

@karongoodine3288

3 жыл бұрын

Connie Lindsey I'm sorry to hear about your health issues. I find it very rude and personal not any bodies business as to you having more children. God blessed you with 2 and 9 grandchildren.

@deniseflores80

3 жыл бұрын

Just wondering about your ibd, is there anything that works specifically for you? I have ulcerative colitis very bad and im struggling so much with it.

Thank you for all your answers. Everyone should have this choice. Totally respect your answers. It was also very interesting.

Enjoy your videos! You have a very nice way of living! Thanks for sharing

Thanks so much for the video. I prefer when people aren't scripted on Q&A videos. I completely understand and agree with you on modesty. I am not Mennonite, but am a follower of Jesus Christ. I too, am concerned with personal modesty. I believe that each Christian must live out their faith in their own way. I know that God loves people more than anything and that as I live my faith I am led to love people, regardless of the choices they make, which includes how they dress. I think your way of dress and head covering is lovely. Thanks so much for taking the time to answer the questions. I hope you have a wonderful, blessed day!

@theMennoniteMom

3 жыл бұрын

I completely agree with you. We are to love people and show Jesus love to them. Who did Jesus befriend? It was the poor, the prostitutes, sinners etc. Not really the religious people. But we are personally responsible for our own body's as we are the temple of the living God.

God Bless you janine!! I too am a Christian and seek to dress modestly . . I also teach my 4 daughters to do the same. Much love

@theMennoniteMom

3 жыл бұрын

blessings to you! Such a valuable thing to teach our daughters!

Very good explanation!

I totally agree with you about siding ! Much prefer to keep it original and paint it !

I think you did a very good job explaining! Thank you for your thoughtfulness you show to others while explaining modesty. I'm not sure I always do that, thank you for being a good example.

@theMennoniteMom

3 жыл бұрын

thank you. God bless you!

👍👍 👍...Still my FAVORITE channel!!! You reminded me of Jeremiah 6:16.....and ask for the old paths, where is the good way, and walk therein,....❤

@theMennoniteMom

3 жыл бұрын

aww, thank you! (: never looked at that verse in that light. LOL. Blessings on your day!

@kimmerrou

3 жыл бұрын

I was thinking that, too! It's one of my husband's favorite verses.

Thank you so much for sharing your story. I found it very interesting and respect your traditions. I am a fairly new subscriber and just love Zander. He is simply adorable and so smart. I look forward to following you as you restore your house and go about your daily life.

You did an excellent job of explaining this question Jeanine! 💕

@theMennoniteMom

3 жыл бұрын

thank you!

Home is where you place your heart. Your heart is showing at that little Homestead .

@theMennoniteMom

3 жыл бұрын

thank you. Yes, home is where the heart is!

I love the way you dress! I think it's beautifully modest and feminine. It also must be so nice to have a complete outfit with one piece of clothing! I used to love wearing dresses when I was a child, but I grew out of it by around 2nd grade. Now I feel out of place wearing skirts and dresses, and like you said, it can be hard to find store bought pieces that aren't spaghetti straps and so on. (And chub rub on the thighs, ouch - but that is something that needs to be addressed health wise). I also have issues with standing out in public. I have always wanted to blend in and it is much harder when one dresses so differently than the norm. I do understand also that it can be good to stand out as a Christian and can open up dialogue with others about Jesus. I am still shakey in my beliefs as I grew up without religion and do not always feel deserving of His love. I avoid low cut shirts and never show my knees in public. Thank you for all your wonderful videos :)

@BLWSquared

3 жыл бұрын

I am plus size and have found that wearing bike shorts or leggings (long or Capri length) underneath my dresses combats the chub rub perfectly. Make sure to get the Spandex/Polyester moisture wicking ones and not cotton. I actually really like the Avia brand ones at Walmart!

@theMennoniteMom

3 жыл бұрын

Yes, I understand it is difficult to be so different. But I believe if you are trying to dress modestly, you will be rewarded.

@trxcybee

3 жыл бұрын

@@BLWSquared thanks for the suggestion! I have used legging under skirts before but I will have to check out the bike shorts at Walmart! I haven't been there since covid started. I'd say it's about time for a trip :)

@teresamusic4533

3 жыл бұрын

On the subject of something to wear under a skirt or dress, I wear something called a slip short. I got them at Walmart. They are Vanity Fair brand and they had them in 2 different styles, the spandex type or a thinner, more silky type. If they don't have them in the store, you can get them online, which I did for a few more pairs. I wear them for modesty's sake in case my skirt should fly up or I'm up on a ladder (yes I do that in a dress) something along those lines. Or like the time my dog decided to chase after a cat while I had him on a leash and he took me flying head over heels down the drive way! I will say this about wearing dresses and skirts; I did wear pants for a period of time in my life, always loose fitting with something over my hips and I NEVER had anyone approach me in public and say they knew I was a Christian. Since wearing dresses only, people do that a lot and actually have told me about something or someone in their lives and asked me to pray for them. It does make a difference! I know this for a fact.

Well said! God bless you!!

Very well explained and so true. Thank you for taking the time out of your busy life to get another video out!😊

@theMennoniteMom

3 жыл бұрын

You are so welcome! and thanks!

In my view women stand out and dress more modest because they have never been able to adress their sexuality as man have. Historically and to an extend today their value is created by their virginity or if married the amount of children. In absolute contrast the womans worth in the mainstreem society is also often created by her beauty and how much she shows. What a double standrad!! We should just simly look much more at peoples hearts, compassion and actions! Regardless of dressing.

I've noticed some mennonite groups have woman who do not wear head coverings and dresses all the time. I found that interesting. I am not mennonite, but have discovered I believe many of the same core thoughts of those with an Anabaptist background. I really didn't even know much about this until digging into ancestry on my Dad's side of the family and discovering our P.A. dutch roots. (A closed adoption had this hidden from us). Jesus is central to my life, church is important, and I believe in modesty as well. My modesty just looks a little different...longer shorts in summer, no low v neck lines, etc. I learn so much from you. Thanks! I also enjoy the positivity of your channel and look forward to your videos.

@theMennoniteMom

3 жыл бұрын

Good for you for practicing modesty! It's not about how we are modest, but that we are. (: thanks for sharing!

Blessings 🙏🏼. And gratitude 🙏🏼 for sharing, your honest, wonderful, sweet, kind hearted words. 🥰🕊💛. Keep shining your beautiful light 💝

Wonderful way of explaining!!👏👍

@theMennoniteMom

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot 😊