Here is the Con argument from a well known name in the UPCI
http://www.google.com/amp/s/martynba...ostal-men/amp/
I find it seems to follow a presumptive argument form in which points are made to support a conclusion, when the statement supporting the arguement is not universally true, or not the only ecplination for the result.
Another writer I found in the Con column states:
"MOTIVE – a lot of young men that I have come into contact with who are wearing facial hair in our holiness movement are doing so out of rebellion, not all – but many. They feel like they have something to prove.
ATTITUDE - There is a trend to cast off the former “traditions” of the holiness church, and to embrace a more relaxed, casual, sloppy attitude in God’s presence.
If the motive of a young man for wearing facial hair stems from an attitude problem, or rebellion – then facial hair is just a little bit of the fruit that is growing on the tree? The root of the problem is a definitely a heart issue!
TRADITION – The bible makes reference to the positives and negatives of tradition. There were men in Jesus’ day who had exalted their traditions above the doctrines clearly defined in God’s Word, and for this they were condemned. But on the other hand, the Apostle Paul was inspired to command us to uphold tradition given to us through God’s written word, and also, through the wisdom and teaching of those in authority:"
I could not find someone with tge name recognition above in the pro column, perhaps because of effects like the long back thread involving people taliking about Bro. Bernard. None the less- I'd say this sort of capfures some of the pro argument without just being my word alone;
From:
http://www.revelation.co/2013/05/12/...n-grow-beards/
"Most all men of the Bible had beards, even Jesus. Though beards are not required for salvation, it’s interesting to note that nearly all men in the Bible had beards.
God’s word reveals that beards are a blessing to men, which is sadly forgotten in today’s age. While not required, growing a beard can, in a sense, give honor and glory to a God who created man with that ability. Not out of requirement, not out of salvation, but out of appreciation for God giving man that distinction. Just like women are generally blessed with long/thick hair, and the ability to bear children–so are men blessed with the ability to grow thick facial hair.
I really truly think most of the divisive "standards" issues come from the articles of faith etc. That were written including the authors view relative to the norms of the period of writing- this includes
Dresses on ladies
Uncut/hmh hair doctrine
Beards
Suits
If specific articles of clothing are not mentioned, but long hair for ladies, modesty, and simplicity are still communicated as desireable and biblical, much of the rebellion that does occur would not. And hmh doctrine would not exist- because those trying to keep the standard relevent to a world in whuch we see lesbian trasgender men on magazine covers would not find themselves so far afeild trying to make scripture fit narrative.
But that is my humble opinion, and I have been labeled libertine, by some here.
Hybrid Mode
