I wanted to share what Abby got for Christmas. First of all, if you know my family, you know we are not really into Christmas gifts. We believe Christmas is about celebrating the birth of our Savior and spending time with family more than giving or receiving presents. However, the reason I want to share Abby’s Christmas gift is because of the meaning behind it and not the gift itself.
Abby received a purity ring from Tami and me. For those not familiar with the concept of a purity ring, it’s fairly simple. It’s a ring worn by a young woman demonstrating a commitment to God and her parents to stay pure until marriage. The ring is worn on the left ring finger just as an engagement ring or wedding band would be. This ring and the principles behind it are not something we take lightly. In fact, we take very seriously waiting for sex until after marriage. The Bible is very explicit about staying pure until marriage. This is not an issue of interpretation. Sexual immorality and fornication are directly addressed and expressly forbidden in God’s Word. Sadly, our children are in the minority in this day and age. The idea of sleeping with one’s boyfriend or girlfriend is not only acceptable, it’s considered abnormal if you don’t. Living with a boyfriend or girlfriend falls in the same category. My family will not give in to the world just because most people think pre-marital sex is perfectly okay. IT. IS. NOT!
My favorite Bible verse fits perfectly in this area. Romans 12:2 says:
Do not conform any longer to the ways of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind.
Indeed the Meyers will not conform to the world. We will follow the Word of God. I am so proud of the commitment Abby has made. It is right in the sight of God.
Here's the ring:
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