Every man who prays or prophesies with his head covered dishonors his head. And every woman who prays or prophesies with her head uncovered dishonors her head–it is just as though her head were shaved. If a woman does not cover her head, she should have her hair cut off; and if it is a disgrace for a woman to have her hair cut or shaved off, she should cover her head (1 Corinthians 11:5-6).

There are layers to this–haircut pun intended.

In the culture of Corinth, for a woman to go about with her head uncovered was a sign that she was…how shall we say this…a hoochie.

Well, it was.

So uncovering her head in public worship was the social equivalent of coming to church in fishnets and a micro skirt. It would be dishonoring to her husband and to God. 

Again, it’s about respect and honor in worship.

Today we don’t worry overmuch about style of clothing in the worship service. Some folk like to dress up, and some keep it casual. Many would say–and rightly so–that God cares more about the condition of your heart than about the style of your clothes.

Of course, sometimes the style of your clothes reveals the condition of your heart.

Happy Friday, Beloved