Is it a sin to be an instagram model?

[dr3032]

The general concensus so far is that no, it's not okay, really. Even the fitness models, women's fitness clothing can tend to be a bit too tight or too revealing. It's like those exercise program commercials where, while they talk about losing 127 lbs, they have some woman in tight shorts wiggling and waggling her backside right up in the camera. Also, in my mind, it's much like the folks who do next to nothing but take pictures of themselves and post them online continuously; it speaks of a massive vanity, of a large focus on one's self and one's flesh.

However, perhaps you just like the idea of taking pretty pictures? You could always try to get into photography, painting, or any other form of art or craft. Just be mindful of the reason as to why; we must all guard ourselves against becoming vain or seeking out approval from others. Create simply to create, not to glorify yourself.

Edited November 8, 2018 by dr3032

[JTC]

18 hours ago, PinkBelt said:

I'm sorry but what nonsense. My daughter has modeled and works in Hollywood as a stunt woman. While the industry has scumbags for sure, at no time was she forced to do anything against her will.

I don't mean the girl will be forced to take her top off. (unless being forced is seen as she will get less work) Some yrs ago I was reading an article written by a high fashion/Victoria Secrets type model. She made a comment of how the photographers urge you to keep showing more and more skin until eventually the top comes off. Now unless they're shooting for a girlie magazine they can't shoot you topless except to keep it for themselves. As an ex-photographer I'm sure they do this unless the girl vehemently protests. I'm sorry PinkBelt but this is the reality of the modeling industry. There have been a few famous notable girls who claim they were never shot topless. These are Cindy Crawford until She herself decided to pose for Playboy. Cameron Diaz claimed she never posed topless but she lied because eventually some very bad topless pics of her appeared online. Also the singer Rihanna has said she never posed topless. Finally Julia Roberts claims she never posed topless. But the majority of models and model hopefuls have been photographed topless. It's really not a job for a woman of God.  

[JohnD]

On 11/5/2018 at 11:17 AM, thomas t said:

Hi JTC,

I think you put it in terms that are too generalizing.

 

When Jesus talks about that lust, he also covers consensuality or the lack of it in my view.

But I say unto you, That whosoever looketh on a woman to lust after her hath committed adultery with her already in his heart.

Mt 5:22 "looketh on a women to lust".

Throughout this passage we don't read of him asking her if she wants to sleep with him... although in his thoughts that's what they did, as the ending of 5:22 shows. For me that's the crux of the matter.

 

For wedlock, in contrast, is purely consensual: Gen 24:58 (my interpretation).

 

So please, don't include me when you're talking about men in general.

Rest assured, I don't want to have sex with anyone when I can't be sure of her willingness to have sex with me, too (provided she's not in wedlock, of course...).

 

Regards,

Thomas

 

Now, I'd like to answer John, too, since he pretty much says the same as you did...

Hi John,

the Apostle Paul, in my opinion, wrote about liberties that others can't overlook. But is it possible for you to do without Instagram?

Let me give you an example. I have severe money problems in a sense that I can't fully join the leisure program of the church I attend. But my professional failures are my problem, I don't want anyone to pay for it. I work on my professional development and I still join worship & praise, service talking to people afterwards, meetings outside church like small groups and so on. All of which is for free.

And look, I can feel perfectly blessed with social contacts even without joining the expensive meetings... thanks to Jesus!

I'm telling you this, since you might decide not to go on Insagram again to look for these beautiful women?

 

Reagrds,

Thomas

 

 

huh?

[LivingbyFaith]

How should a Christian woman dress is one of the subjects of heated debates among Christians.
How modest is modest? What did the Bible say about appropriate dressing? What's acceptable and what's not?

Modest dressing isn't just for when you go to church; its how one dresses every day. The worldly women may have taught you that whenever you leave the house, you have to prepare for a fashion show, one that will show off what you have and get attention from others. While there is nothing wrong with taking care of your looks, be wary of crossing the line and inviting lust from men instead.

Looking good doesn't have to mean showing off skin that a Christian woman shouldn't. I know that the fashion world now shows that the more skin you show, the sexier you are. But hey, Christian women should know better.

There are a number of verses in the Bible that speak directly to Christian women and how they should dress. 

1. Women should dress modestly.

1 Timothy 2:9-10 "Paul said: I also want women to dress modestly, with decency and propriety, not with braided hair or gold or pearls or expensive clothes, but with good deeds, appropriate for women who profess to worship God."

In the Bible, it is clear that women must dress decently and modestly. Women must not take pride in wearing jewelry and accessories but instead, take pride with the good deeds they have done. This goes without saying that God wants women to clothe themselves with good works and not expensive clothes which are material in nature.

2. The beauty inside is what matters.

1 Peter 3:2-5 "Your beauty should not come from outward adornment, such as braided hair and the wearing of gold jewelry and fine clothes. Instead, it should be that of your inner self, the unfading beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit, which is of great worth in God's sight. For this is the way the holy women of the past who put their hope in God used to make themselves beautiful.

Quite similar to the scripture above, this verse from Peter talks about how inner beauty is more important than outer beauty. God always looks at the heart, not the clothes, not the jewelry and not the riches. So, it's not also just about the good deeds you do that makes you beautiful, it is your gentle quiet spirit and pure heart that makes you shine.

3. Women should always dress accordingly.

Deuteronomy 22:5 "The woman shall not wear that which pertaineth unto a man, neither shall a man put on a woman's garment: for all that do so are abomination unto the Lord thy God."

I know that the fashion industry today broke down the walls between male and female fashion. It's like everyone can wear anything they want and society allows it. However, we don't follow what society dictates; we follow what God says. In Deuteronomy, it said that we cannot cross dress. What's made for women should only be worn by women and what's made for men must only be worn by men. Let this be a gentle reminder.

4. A Christian woman must always practice good judgment when dressing.

Proverbs 11:22 "Like a gold ring in a pig's snout is a beautiful woman who shows no discretion."

A truly beautiful woman must practice discernment because this shows that she can make good choices. The verse says that if a woman doesn't have discernment, then she will make poor choices just like a pig would. Beauty on the outside means nothing if a woman cannot discern whether she's dressing appropriately or not. A truly beautiful woman fears the Lord and that is what makes Christian women attractive.

5. Dress yourself with strength and dignity.

Proverbs 31:25 "She is clothed with strength and dignity; she can laugh at the days to come."

The Bible spoke about a woman dressing based on her heart. So if a woman likes to dress sensually, then her heart is evil as well. This scripture from Proverbs proves that a woman need not dress a sexy way just for a man to like her. If a woman is clothed with strength and dignity, she will be confident enough to say that "I am God's wonderful and beautiful creation!"

I honestly believe that it's challenging for women to dress modestly nowadays due to what society says. Nonetheless, I also believe that if your feet are grounded in God's word and this worldliness will not have much effect on you. Always pray that the Lord may guide you. Do not ever compromise!  Our God is faithful and He sees the beauty inside you!