Story of Victory: 1D Lovin' Some Modesty

One Direction gets girls swooning over their song "What Makes You Beautiful." Today's story of victory relates to a group of young men who revamped the song, titling it "Virtue Makes You Beautiful".

Check it out:

Virtue Makes You Beautiful

I came across the video while browsing Facebook and was surprised by how entertaining it was! I'm not a huge fan of 1D, but this version of the song got stuck in my head. Maybe it will graciously get stuck in your head too, because those lyrics speak a lot of God's truth!

I always find it amazing when people can take to heart the idea of "living in the world, but not of it". This song truly took that phrase and applied it to a very popular song in order to share God's truth with people who may not be so inclined to listen to Christian genres of music. 

Most women in my age bracket could probably agree that the push to wear revealing, trendy clothes and to behave in provocative ways is huge. Television shows, music videos, and magazine advertisements all encourage this sort of dress and behavior. It's tempting too-- most of us like the idea of being seen as attractive and pleasing to the eyes!

This song was a story of victory because of its message about how women should value themselves for more than just their appearance. Modesty isn't meant to be an ugly, negative term. In God's eyes, modesty can actually be an act of obedience and can show respect for the bodies He gave us. We are expected to be clothed, more than just in a literal sense.

"She is clothed with strength and dignity; she can laugh at the days to come. She speaks with wisdom, and faithful instruction is on her tongue." -Proverbs 31:25-26

God wants ladies to be prepared to be more than just a trophy wife. He expects us to be clothed and to lead our lives in a way that glorifies Him and shows strength, dignity, intelligence, and respect for our bodies.

Additionally, modesty protects our brothers in Christ. Wearing clothes and behaving in flashy ways can lead our men into the temptation of adultery. 

"But I tell you that anyone who looks at a woman lustfully has already committed adultery with her in his heart." -Matthew 5:28 

Modesty not only protects women from hurt and devaluation, but also keeps men in a mindset of healthy respect and admiration for ladies. Virtue really does make us beautiful and Christ is all we need to find that beauty!