A Crisp Start to Summer
After a long school year, no one can offer you a feeling of renewal like the Lord. It’s finally summer and He is covering you with His warm rays of sun. Beginning a new season means a change in the weather and the opportunity to cleanse, purify and get back on track. So, wash away the school stress and start fresh this summer. There’s no better way to feel cleansed than to wear this summer’s exclusive trend: white-as-snow, crisp, linen, light apparel. Let these beautiful verses inspire you to establish a refreshed heart and a pure attitude when gathering your summer wardrobe.
Purify me from my sins, and I will be clean; wash me, and I will be whiter than snow.
Psalm 51:7
When you’re washed from all of your worries and transgressions, your heart will feel uplifted, so wear lightweight, snow-white, playful shirts that reflect the purity of your heart. With sticky summer weather, find tops that are loose, flowing and lie away from the body. Embroidery and lace add texture and create a girly look, so consider adding them to your summer wardrobe. Don’t forget to layer a tank if your top is sheer.
If we confess our sins, He is faithful and righteous to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.
1 John 1:9
It’s amazing how Christ can wash away all of your unrighteousness, placing a great emphasis on your bright, joyous character which is reflected in your countenance. Similarly a white, flowing dress draws focus to your beautiful and radiant face. Traditional white sundresses are back this summer! A staple you can use for summers to come; the white sundress is one of the most comfortable summer trends you can wear in the blazing heat and still look smokin’. But, don’t limit yourself to adorable dresses, throw in a cute but more functional romper as well.
He saved us, not because of righteous things we had done, but because of His mercy. He saved us through the washing of rebirth and renewal by the Holy Spirit.
Titus 3:5
You don’t deserve any of the renewal He bestows upon you, but His mercy completes you through the power of the Holy Spirit present in your life. To complete your white ensemble, add white skirts or shorts. Pants aren’t usually common for summer, but when crisp, light and white they’re incredibly appropriate. Find a pair that has fluidity in the fabric so it moves freely when you walk.
But if we walk in the light, as He is in the light, we have fellowship with one another, and the blood of Jesus, His Son, purifies us from all sin.
1 John 1:7
Wait just a second! You’ll need some shoes to walk comfortably as a brilliant representative of Christ. Wear gladiator sandals in brown, neutral or metallic colors that will pop against your contrasting clean and crisp white outfit.
I will not cause pain without allowing something new to be born,” says the Lord. Isaiah 66:9
Allow Him to wash away the worries of last year, renew you and start fresh! Follow the white trend for a refreshing wardrobe to match your renewed faith. The Lord is trying to birth something new in you right now, so let your wardrobe be a reflection of His work in your life!
