Can Christians get Tattoos? (David Wood, Whaddo You Meme??, Vocab Malone)

[@whaddoyoumeme]

Hey guys, glad to see this video sparked such a lively debate! Ha. For those that firmly disagree, that is fine! I hope we all can disagree respectfully as brothers and sisters in Christ. Bless you all!

[@PhilipAjin]

I agree

[@solaar11]

Can you do one on burning incense? My gf believes in Jesus, but her former cultural practices in Buddhism are hard to untie. They are not burned for prayers, but burned for respect to a family member not in front of a statue of Buddha, this is sounds similar to leaving flowers on the grave. Similarly food is placed in a picture of a dead relative, not for consumption but in memory of what they liked when living. It seems genuine, however to close in line with pagan belief of the afterlife if someone looks at this without knowing details, possibly causing another to stumble.

[@srfrg9707]

Whaddo You Meme?? Hi. I don't want to be mean be you didn't cover the topic from a true christian point of view. It was confusing and you failed to establish both the principles beyond the issue and the recommandations the Church should provide. I will try to bring you the point of view of the eastern orthodox Christian I am, and this point of view is linked to the way the Church has always understood what to do with the commandments of the Torah ever since the very first council in Jerusalem, with all the apostles. Jesus didn't say he was not going to change a iota in the Torah, he said he was not going to change a iota in the Law. So we have to ask ourselfs, is the Torah the Law Jesus was speaking about? What did Jesus say about that? In the sermon on the mount, he states very loudly that the scribes (of the Torah) and the Pharesees (doctors of the Torah) added man made traditions to the Law of God. And he illustrated that by cancelling some of those man made laws, the most famous one being the law of the Talion (retaliation) "an eye for an eye...". One can found this law 3 times in the Torah! Nevertheless Jesus said "You have heard "an eye for an eye" but I tell you, turn the other sheek..." From whom did people heard "an eye for an eye"? From the Pharesees quoting the Torah. What commandment of God do we have for sure concerning killing other people? "You shall not kill." If we truely understand what Jesus was preaching on the mount, we have to use our brain and try to sort out what is from God and what is man made tradition in the Torah. That was exactly the first debate the early Church had : What about circumcision? Jesus said nothing, but the Torah said whe have to circumcise our boys. Now we have all those Greek fellows who want to convert to christ, but they are not circumcised. The answer is knows : Circumcision is not mandatory (and you, US citizens should stop mutilating your boys). The next step in christian theology was "can we understand the intentions of God and therefor separate God's Law from arbitrary man made traditions?" And the holy fathers of the Church did the job, by studying why Jesus canceled the ritual washings, authorised pork, stopped people from stonning adultery women etc. And they came out with ethical rules : Purety is about secret intentions. Not about showing gestures of purification to others. Sin is fighted internaly. Not by throwing stones to others. So. What about tatoos, haircut and beard? Here is the wisdom of the orthodox Church : Those are apparences. The true question is the intention behind. Why do you invest time, effor and pain into altering your appearence? What are you trying to show to others? And what realationship do you have with you own self? Our orthodox monks and priests don't show of. They dont cut theit hair or beard. They wear black robes. Because they are not trying to gain influence on others by their apparence. For the same reason, women are asked to cover their hair when prophetising. Ordinary people do as they like. Here in Greece, women wear bikinis on the beach. Some people do have tatoos. That's part of normal socialisation. Nevertheless there is one point a christian should know : In the book of revelation, saint John describes the fact that everyone, rich or poor, will have to receive the lark of the beast on the right hand or the forehead otherwise he will not be allowed to buy and sell. 3 countries have already announced their intend to swich to a cashless economy : Canada, the EU and Israel. And we know that it has been discussed in the EU commissions to implement RFID hypodermic implants as means of payment. The current tatoo fashion is a way to normalise such ideas. We, orthodox christians are vigilant. You should be too. God bless.

[@johnolaoluwa]

@Emmanuel 44.... That is simply idolatry. It is a worship and it doesn't matter if it is self-worship or anyone else. Worship or adoration must only be to God and His Christ. And if you are scripturally trying to educate when she is your girlfriend and she is adamant, what do you thin would happen when you marry her? Think twice before you take that NEXT step!

[@winstonedeaver]

Hi I like what you guys do for our Lord Christ Jesus. I dont agree with the tatoo. it is jews or gentles, dont be a pergamos church. Mori culture hold even today they tatoo on their body to represent their pagan god, similarly Apache. I will not say maybe or up to you. but I will be tatoo is wrong. Not agruable, rather than saying I did it, i ask God for forgiveness. Please dont do try to justify. I met christian who where convert from rough life had tatoo, they confess saying my past life was bad. I dont tatoo after I met Christ Jesus in my life. This is a profound answer from a Christian. Your are set a part for God how you wear garment, not like the people in the world wears, so tatoo is your choice, not from God set apart people. Food example is irrelevant to tatoo. The final verdict! getting tatoo is wrong in the sight of God. Follow only the role model of our Lord Christ Jesus, not any one. Will Jesus tatoo. God bless your guys.

[@andreabarnett2100]

I served in the military. My body is covered with warrior culture tattoos. After Jesus came to collect, I lost interest in them..

[@sweetheart7743]

Well thank you for your service and welcome to the family of God! :) *1 John 3:1 *2 Corinthians 6:18

[@Palmetto-J]

Praises to The Most High! Thank The Lord that HE opened your spiritual eyes to see the wickedness in receiving tattoos so that now you no longer find it a fleshly desire. I hope that now you would keep your body covered as much as possible to keep from being a stumbling block to new believers. May God bless you and keep you on the path to righteousness.

[@crystala8020]

@@Palmetto-J as long as he is not tattooing himself with something that is EVIL or wicked? Or he isn't branding himself with another God's symbol? God isn't worried about his tattoos. 🙄🙄

[@dude9318]

@@Palmetto-J i really think it depends on whay type of tatoo you speak of

[@Palmetto-J]

@@dude9318 Nope. It doesn't matter if you get crosses, praying hands or anything that is heavenly on your body it's still an abomination. Yehovah said not to follow the way of the heathen, HE didn't say "do not follow some of the ways of the heathen."

[@se9355]

I have tattoos but after I started living for God 3 yrs ago I developed a conviction on tattoos. I feel like marking my body which is a temple/church for the Holy Ghost Is like drawing graffiti on a church. I just feel like it's sloppy and disrespectful and as Christians God still requires us to live a holy separate life apart from the world

[@thomasb4467]

Wow, that’s exactly right. I’m in the same situation. I have tattoos from before I was a Christian. Most people don’t even know I have them. Yet I regret them and consider having them removed. I’m not going to judge a Christian for having tattoos but I’m a little concerned if someone says they are a Christian and are either encouraging Christians to get tattoos or downplaying tattoos.

[@se9355]

@@thomasb4467 Absolutely👌🙏

[@caitlinmaynell2780]

@Jason Dyer that art is idolatry. How does that apply

[@Pecos1]

Thomas B what you did prior to being born again has been covered by the blood. Consider including your tattoos as part of your testimony if you are feeling convicted about them. If they are evil looking tats, then I can understand the desire to remove them. But if they do not point toward evil, then I say keep them. I myself have considered gettting a tattoo on the side of my head, around a massive scar I have, which would say, “Mind, successfully blown... Twice!” On one side of my head, I suffered a wound from a car bomb, also known as a VBIED. Several years later, I suffered a stroke on the opposite side of my skull/brain. That’s my sense of humor.

[@Pecos1]

S E read what I posted to Thomas B. Those words are for you too. God bless you both, my brothers in Jesus, our mighty Messiah.

[@StefanThy]

Guys! Common sence says: You do not put stickers on a Ferrari! 😏😉

[@blueblue1891]

In this case they use nails to puncture holes in the Ferraris body and filled it with colours and not the same colour, all sorts of colours and all sorts of motifs, like some dystopian future bill board with tons of advertisements. Just look at the tattoed guys arm, see the same on a Ferrari... does it look nice? No. It looks like complete crap.

[@michaeldeo5068]

Stefan Thyberg Awesome!

[@smarterdaily8858]

But there are Ferraris that have stencil work, artwork and other customizations

[@jaredpetersen277]

Or graffiti Gods temple... Yet at the same time God allowed certain peices of art in his temple.

[@dominiquejenkins5495]

@@smarterdaily8858 true and ppl are born with birth marks and other spots

[@Didida8BP]

Tattoo the word of God on our hearts is more beneficial because you will also live it.

[@LITTYWorldMusiKENT]

You can have tattoos it’s freedom of expression A lot of things are beneficial That’s besides the point

[@davidunoi7099]

This is such an underrated but powerful comment.

[@romans1vs6teen]

There was a time I considered getting a tattoo and spent a lot of time looking into this. It was Deuteronomy 12:30-31 that really got me thinking. I started looking at the church of today and could see how we strive so much to blend in with the culture rather than stand out from it. I understand many believers get scripture tattooed and such to "glorify" God. Personally, based on the passage I noted I am not fully convinced it actually does glorify our heavenly Father. BUT at the same time I do not look down upon my brothers and sisters in Christ who have tattoos. I love and respect them all the same. I can honestly say I am not certain on God's view of tattoos and because He has not revealed this to me I have to say no to getting ink because this is an area I can have a clean conscience before Him. And God knows I struggle enough in other areas. I pray that God continue to use you and bless your ministry. I love you guy's!!

[@Eka5304]

Your response is so godly and said with love. I respectfully agree with you

[@Palmetto-J]

@@Eka5304 Amen. I respect also. That is true Holy Spirit convictions. Praise God!

[@youareloved1455]

This was suprisingly wise for a KZbin comment.

[@Thecloudsyoudread]

I’m not saying that it’s necessarily wrong to get tattoos but I do think the Christians of today could legitimately consider seriously ways in which to stand out from the world around us, possibly including things like not getting tattoos which historically are associated with pagan culture or rebellion. On the other hand I know tattoos are often the start of worthwhile sometimes even gospel conversations as most people don’t mind asking about a person’s tattoos. Certainly Christian character is more important to our witness and I’m sure that tattoos don’t qualify as a salvation issue no matter which side you favour.

[@alidwana]

Western Christianity is idolatry period.

[@Thecloudsyoudread]

Ali Hassan On what basis have you come to that conclusion?

[@alidwana]

Abolishing the laws of Moses and worshiping the trinity

[@alidwana]

i dont mean to offend you if you are christian

[@Thecloudsyoudread]

Ali Hassan I’m not offended. I am a Christian and today (in particular) I am celebrating the resurrection of my Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ! I want to encourage you to hold your sources to an equal standard that you hold mine to. Perhaps one day you too will be singing “Christ the Lord is risen today! Hallelujah!” For further information you can watch more of David Wood. Wishing you all the best.

[@jesussavessinner1315]

Started getting tattoos Young, I'm an ex-gang member, and a lot of people don't have problems with tattoos but I will tell you A lot of people get murdered over them just because of something written on their hands or chest or wherever so I believe it's wrong to get tattoos and going to the scriptures about this in Thessalonians is says abstain from all appearances of evil

[@juneysummers5342]

I agree and glad you are out of gangs and follow Jesus. Praise God! Tattoos are part of the culture that I think true Christians should not imitate and most tattoos I see on people do not represent God or good but evil.

[@sharoncrawford3042]

Yes, I agree. Why do christians want to follow the same culture as gangs. Tattoes. Rap music, peircing all over the body. Really?

[@mitchiegotmovesy7635]

@@sharoncrawford3042 WOW this comment has a little bit to dissect. I agree that much of rap music is negative and should be abstained from however, rap is an art form. It’s simply a manner of delivering lyrics. Rap was created as a method of self expression for oppressed young people and became a way to settle disputes without using violence in the late 70s to 80s in New York City. Gangster rap did not gets its rise til the late 80s and into the 90s and got its start all the way in Compton. A man sold his soul to the devil to have the best violin song. Should Christians abstain from classical music? Drums, guitars and other instruments have been used in all sorts of rituals and negative music over the years. Should Christian worship teams sing a cappella?

[@axian8102]

@@mitchiegotmovesy7635 Not necessarily but most if not all non-Christian produced, and even a lot of 'christian' produced music should be avoided.

[@heathermunoz6282]

@@mitchiegotmovesy7635 There are instruments mentioned throughout the bible. Singing, singing and more singing. Where's rap? It's a worldly form of communication from living in sin which has now gotten abhorrent. Even the Christian artist have something to prove regarding social justice and proving coolness. I used to appreciate rap but sorry, over it. It took a wrong turn!

[@pradeepr2044]

Can anyone please pray for me I'm loosing faith and I'm stuck in repetitive sin.... I just wanna be set free 😭 Thank you ❤

[@jacksteele13]

Study and focus on His grace. The times I am best able to resist temptation are not when I tell myself I need to, but when I am overwhelmed by His incredible grace and love for me. Romans 5:8

[@augelar1586]

Praying for you now Pradeep r 🙏🏻

[@vlahblah4785]

Hm I know how you feel, I was losing faith at one time but trust this the time where need to have faith in Jesus because no one can stop your sin except Jesus so you must stay strong and believe in gods word. But hey here’s a tip you need to talk to someone about your emotions. Talk to you preacher or another Christian because that’s what I wish I would’ve done when I was in your position. Support 100 percent stay blessed 🙏 ☦️🙏🕊✝️☦️

[@montanan1997]

I feel you

[@raymark9392]

Yo! I hope you overcome it. The reward is worth more than your life on earth. Hence, losing your 'life' for Christ, is for gain.

[@nathandurant2825]

Depends on the motivation. You might want to appear tough or you might want to rescue your innocent brother from prison and need the architectural blueprint on your back.

[@DavidElendu]

😂😂

[@rayryder7204]

Golden 😂

[@evilmonkeyspeaks7801]

I always told the guys never to get tattoos because it made it easier for witnesses to recognize us in the lineup...........

[@jimwally6121]

Got the reference

[@loobylouboti]

🤣

[@WisdomCalls]

This video turned out to be a lot more than just tattoos. I'm glad I clicked. I don't have tattoos but don't see them as a sin. But what I thought was really interesting was the conversation about the different covenants and how the requirements are different. Also, what Vocab brought up about understanding the heart or Spirit behind the law is really important. We want to be conformed into His image and His ways. Practically speaking that could be different in different contexts. For example, after Paul argues that the Gentiles do not need to be circumcised, then he has Timothy circumcised. This is because of the context where he was going to be trying to reach the Jews. We do not need to be "under the law" but if it helps win some to Christ, then "be all things to all people."

[@ProHunter_invencivel1]

Wisdom Calls what is sin?

[@jennob1333]

Circumcision is not needed for salvation. Timothy was circumcised because he was a Jew and culturally Jews needed to be circumcised. Jews observe the Passover. No uncircumcised person can partake of the Passover (Exodus 12 :48 And when a stranger shall sojourn with thee, and will keep the passover to the LORD, let all his males be circumcised, and then let him come near and keep it; and he shall be as one that is born in the land: for no uncircumcised person shall eat thereof.).

[@Palmetto-J]

Tattooing is sin being that God forbade HIS people from partaking in what the pagans practiced to their gods.

[@jonathanabraham8818]

I think this is an issue where you are led by the Spirit. First and foremost, tattoos are nothing but imaginations in the form of illustrations. So, there is really no divine purpose in wanting to ink yourself. Even if it is for a personal matter, place it before the Lord and trust that your plea or cry for Him is more than visible, rather He sees it through your heart. Furthermore, Paul even mentions that if we can avoid doing something for the benefit of others and to glorify Christ, then we should do it with all humility. In other words, tattoos for the most part are being used for the wrong reasons around the world. So, if we as Christians can give up these small desires to better direct people to Christ, then I would say that getting tattoos should not be of concern to us. We should also not condemn others who have tattoos, but definitely try and communicate the message of wisdom and love found through Christ. Amen.

[@kcmuanpuia]

I do not think it necessary to condemn a person who has had a tattoo done... I don't condone to justifying it either.... especially if the person in question is flaunting it- Unchristian spirit there already.

[@ShadyOakMinistries]

Thank you for answering this biblically, I don't know why this is such an area where people become so unreasonable but it is.

[@_aPaladin]

I think one has to tread carefully, for the purpose of their tattoo... I would say for myself is if it glorifies God, go for it.

[@lizicadumitru9683]

MLP ShadyOakMinistries Tattoos have a certain stigma in this modern world as I'm sure they did in all times in history.

[@barbaravick5634]

MLP ShadyOakMinistries Because, for whatever reason, many of us truly HATE tattoos.

[@zerubbablestranger6970]

aPaladin Please explain Biblically, how cutting your flesh by injecting ink to permanently scar your God given body glorifies God?

[@jennob1333]

@Jeffrey Carlson GOD is the one who says what glorifies HIM or not. GOD is the one who ordered Abraham to be circumcised. GOD is the one who says not to have tattoos (Leviticus 19:28 You shall not make any cuts on your body for the dead or tattoo yourselves: I am the LORD. ).

[@bubbanc01]

Can a Christian get a tattoo? Yes, anyone can. Should they get a tattoo? No, no one should. lol That stuff aint for me.

[@Michael_Chandler_Keaton]

Jeremy Wood I agree. And I'm covered in tattoos. Regret. *sighs*

[@wilkoswilkos4027]

I believe it's not a sin, but personally i will not put any permanent mark or paint on my body because my body is temple of G-d. It is beautiful as it was created.

[@Michael_Chandler_Keaton]

Yeah I wouldn't call it a sin either, but I regret having so many myself.

[@Mantorok]

Are you a Jehovas Witness?

[@bubbanc01]

Mantorok No

[@shaunphelan9760]

I have some tattoos from before I got saved and will not be getting any more. I now look at my body as gods temple. I look at it like my parents built a beautiful new house that I’m going to live in and I spray paint graffiti on it.

[@whaddoyoumeme]

Genuine question for those who disagree (which is fine). In the video we discussed the context of that particular scripture, and what was going on, while also mentioning the verse right before it which says we aren't supposed to cut our hair or trim our beards. Why is the marking of skin still wrong today (because the pagans did it), but not the trimming of hair (which was also something the pagans did)? I read a lot of comments and don't think I saw a response to it. Curious others thoughts on this.

[@lizicadumitru9683]

Boysya I'd like to hear it.

[@lizicadumitru9683]

Whaddo You Meme?? Is it necessarily just plain hair cutting trimming of beard or is it a certain style? If you see some of the old Babylonian glyphs you see that they had virtually no side beard but kind of that long goat beard looking thing on the chin.

[@PhilipAjin]

What are the motivation for today’s Christian to get a tattoo.. what profit does it bore?

[@PhilipAjin]

Or motivations are an just an excuses to pursue what not to be done.

[@Jonathan2342]

Because a person can be Christian and also like Tattoos too? I have 8, 3 for my children, 2 for my faith, one memorial and 2 holdovers from my misspent youth. Point is that a person can have numerous reasons for getting inked and others have the right not to. The disconnect is when people start Jesusafying their OPINION on the topic when the scripture is not definitive. I believe there is a term for that but i cant remember what is is, you know the one where man puts himself as equal with God?

[@carlasanders9637]

God always reminds me of one of the Ten Commandments when I pray about tattoos... ““You shall not make for yourself a carved image-any likeness of anything that is in heaven above, or that is in the earth beneath, or that is in the water under the earth;”

[@katelynbarone5256]

I just want to say that it is awesome that you are being cautious about the decisions you make and especially something that will be permanently on your body. I just want to clear some things up from what you said in your comment. First, we are no longer under the Old Testament law. We don’t even follow all of the 10 commandments today as we do not keep the sabbath. Unless the teachings of the Old Testament are echoed in the New Testament then we are not expected to follow them. While the New Testament does say that we can not have idols, it does not tell us not to carve images and the moral teaching of the verse was not about images but about worshipping some earthly thing. Second, if you are going to apply that verse to tattoos you must also apply it to all of the other areas of your life. Do you have photographs or paintings? Have you ever taken pictures? If you do, then why do you apply this verse to tattoos but not those areas? Overall, if you are unsure about tattoos then I think it is definitely best for you to not get them. But at the same time, be careful that your convictions are based on accurate interpretation of the Bible and not tradition and opinions.

[@TheProtestantPope]

It is considered elementary my Dear Watson that the laws, regulations, statutes and ordinances of Moses (better known as the Law of Moses or *Mosaic Law* or the laws of the Torah written by the *HAND of Moses* and placed *BESIDE the Ark of the Covenant* - Deuteronomy 31: 24 - 26 ) dealing with Jewish rituals and community governance of the Hebrew people ended with the cross ("nailed to the cross" meaning this type of law dies) and became obsolete (Colossians 2:14) but *the Moral Law of the Decalogue* better known as *the Ten Commandments* is not abolished ever but fulfilled by Jesus (Matthew 5:17; Love is the fulfillment of the Law or more accurately "whoever has loved others has fulfilled the Law" - Romans 13:8 - Jesus is the epitome of Love and the Law's fulfillment).......it is kinda common sensical as the works of God throughout the Bible, the cross of atoning sacrifice (Jesus' redemptive death......."it is finished") and the Decalogue (written on tablets of stone by the *FINGER of God* Himself - Exodus 31:18 - and hence the work of the Lord God which was placed *INSIDE the Ark of the Covenant* - Exodus 25: 16 & 21) apply to all ages........the moral law is eternal....I mean how can morality not be eternal especially when the Ten Commandments is the Law of Love.....summed up into two parts by Jesus: Love the Lord God with all your heart, mind and soul (Commandments 1 - 4) and Love your neighbour as yourself (Commands 5 - 10) - Matthew 22: 37 - 40.....Love harms nobody therefore Love is the whole and fulfillment of the Law (Romans 13:10).

[@macumus]

Christians are not under the Ten Commandments at all, this was part of the mosaic law! We are under the law of Christ, which is to love and follow the other commands of the New Testament!

[@TheProtestantPope]

@@macumus The 10 Commandments are called the Moral Law. The Mosaic law deals with Jewish customs, rituals and community regulations. The moral law is never abolished because it would be absurd to say you can kill, steal, commit adultery, lie, blaspheme God's name, have other gods etc. That would be crazily absurd. This applies forever because the moral law works side by side with the atoning sacrifice of Christ on the cross. Mosaic law was written by Moses, the Moral law was written by God's fingers.....what was written by Moses is temporal, what is written by God is eternal. Without the moral Law it is not clear what Jesus died for. You lie, you steal, you kill, you commit adultery etc are all examples of breaking the moral law and this is the knowledge of sin and the wages of sin is death with no exception. Christ as an innocent sinless man paid that wages of sin on the cross for all who believe and trust in His works of mercy and grace.....on the cross He yelled out "it is finished" meaning the debt has been fully paid. On judgement day everyone will stand convicted of sins and will have to accept to serve their sentence for breaking the law in hell because this is the demand of a just God enforcing divine justice......those who accept the payment for their sins by Christ can walk free as their wages or fine penalty which they must pay with their lives have been legally and rightfully paid in full by Christ and this mercy is extended through atoning sacrifice resolving the tension between justice and mercy. This is exactly why Jesus said "I have come not to abolish the Law but to fulfil it!

[@macumus]

@@TheProtestantPope The mosaic law contains all the commandments of God from Exodus-the Old Testament, this is the old covenant and it includes the 10 commandments! You can’t break it up into categories when it never was it’s one and it includes all the moral laws of the Old Testament! We are no longer under the 10 commandments or any Old Testament/ old covenant law, any of it - moral, ritual, or whatever you categorize it as, it’s all one and it’s all the mosaic law! The reason we don’t do most of the things listed on the 10 commandments as Christians is because they are part of the New Covenant commands, which are all the commands of the New Testament! We aren’t under a single law of the 10 commandments the true statement is we are a New Covenant and not the Old, which is obsolete.

[@hzlkelly]

@@macumus the Moral Law is FULFILLED IN THE TWO COMMANDMENTS JESUS LEFT. The MOSAIC LAW...was made redundant because JESUS FULFILLED ITS REQUIREMENTS AT THE CROSS.

[@FreeRadical7118]

I think we also need to consider Paul's scathing admonition to the Galatians, who were being led into bondage by the judaizers: Galatians 5:4 "You have been severed from Christ, you who are seeking to be justified by law; you have fallen from grace." Yikes! "Severed" from Christ? That's something worth pondering. If I feel it sin to get a tat, then for me to believe this, yet fail to do it, it is sin. What I can't do is use my personal convictions as condemnations against others.

[@nicholas3354]

Paul goes to great lengths to choose his words carefully and clearly. We are not under The Law, but The Law is good, and if we believe we will follow The Law because it's our Father's good will. When we break The Law we are forgiven because we are his children if we are in Christ. He specifically speaks of circumcision, saying "We are the circumcision" thus saying circumcision is fulfilled spiritually. He is even boasting of spiritual circumcision being the truer one and thus the fuller fulfillment. This is because The Law states that circumcision is a sign of the covenant which was once of Abraham's biophysical seed but Paul is clear that now it's of Abraham's spiritual seed in our shared faith with Abraham. The sacrifices are fulfilled by Christ as are the priestly duties. Again Paul boasts of greater fulfillment; certainly not the same as ignoring The Law. There is no indication in Scripture that pork became food, pork is toxic to our health even today. Nor is the Sabbath is abolished. The Sabbath is rest on Saturday because God rested the seventh day of creation; therefor the reason still stands. As I said, Paul goes to great lengths to make this perfectly clear, but those who would rather not obey The Laws Of our Father say the whole Law is abolished. In the sense of Fatherly forgiveness it is no longer Law, but still it's our Father's beautiful will. Yet we are warned repeatedly that lawless ones are not of us. In Paul's time The Temple still stood, yet he already was teaching that we are The Temple. So circumcision, sacrifices, priestly duties, and temple have changed notably, but little else... according to Scripture.

[@jgbee2726]

The ten commandments are the law and they have not been repealed. The only thing gone is the ceremonial laws, that's why we don't sacrifice sheep anymore.

[@lloydtucker5647]

@Betsy Ross You made an interesting point. I came across James 4:17 the other day. _"Therefore _*_to him_*_ that knoweth to do good, and doeth it not, _*_to him_*_ it is sin."_ It doesn’t say he sinned against the law or sinned against his brother or God, it seems to say he sinned against his own conscience. Interesting.

[@servantmichael2514]

That's foolishness. A sin is jot a sin because I consider it to be so. A sin is one because God said *DON'T DO IT*.

[@PiercedHeartProductions]

"Circumcision is nothing, and uncircumcision is nothing..." "It's not what goes into a man's mouth (flesh) that makes him unclean, but what comes out of it."

[@Acadian.FrenchFry]

I never saw the different covenants in that way. This was really eye opening! Awesome job, you guys as usual!

[@glengurung8812]

Defileing one's body is a sin..I got some and I do really regret it for sure and I hope God forgives us all Amen...

[@staceyforehand9513]

You are forgiven if you have made Jesus the Lord of your life, continue to share the gospel

[@christinamiller1664]

I have tattoos and have never seen an issue with them as long as they are not offensive to God; i.e. curse words, naked bodies, etc. My mom, on the other hand, has never been a big fan of them. As I tell her; yes my body is a temple and yet it has been bruised, scarred, cut up, and the roof has started to cave in. To me, my tattoos are just a way to add a coat of paint and a work of art. Biblically when it comes to tattoos, piercings, and things along that line, I think we must be like Paul when asked about circumcision. What matters most is our heart.

[@seanoconnor5730]

Exactly. Levitical law doesn't even apply to us, any way. I only have one tattoo and that's a Celtic cross on my left bicep with my last name in traditional Irish underneath it. Obviously a Christian tattoo. I probably will get more in the future.

[@jb812]

Voddie brings this up in a video of his and he says that someone could use that verse about your body is a temple. Then he brings out ok but your overweight so are you treating it like a temple being overweight. LOL. Which I absolutely loved and laughed at because people use that verse so loosely and not thinking about themselves and what they put into their own bodies or do to themselves.

[@alanamaharaj]

Such a good point! Some of the people who are quick to condemn tattoos are the same ones that are smoking, fornicating and have earrings on their ears.

[@zigzag1able]

Question would you draw graffiti all over God's beautiful church's? If no then why would you mark up your body when your body is the dwelling place of God i.e. his temple? That command carries on still for today's Christians and did not just apply for the jews of yesterday, this command falls more in line with cleanliness and sanctification being fit for the dwelling of the Holy Spirit (keeping his temple clean). Although I don't believe that merely having tattoos would send you to hell, but I do believe being save and still going to tattoo parlors to get tatted is an act of disobedience.

[@blueblue1891]

Having tattoos won't send a person to hell, it's what you do with Jesus and the Salvation he offers that sends you to hell or not. But there is one tattoo that will send you to hell, that is taking the mark of the beast. That's why there is this tattoo craze around, to soften these people up to take the mark of the beast. Have one tattoo already, no problem getting another. The person is already softened up to defacing the temple.

[@kwacked1]

I have the same opinion about defacing the body. I have thought about it this way with respect to women getting tattoos. God created all women beautiful like the Mona Lisa. Now let’s put graffiti on the Mona Lisa to improve on what God made. I just don’t buy it. I also don’t understand why Christians so strongly want to participate in the latest worldly fad, because that is the only reason tattoos have entered the church in modern times. 50 years ago tattoos were deemed ugly and worldly by worldly culture. Now they are hip and trendy and acceptable in the world.

[@Airvian]

I don't think that people get tattoos to improve the body or make them more beautiful. It is a work of art but it represents something.

[@WarriorWomann]

I'm going to make it no matter what See, here's the thing... What you class as "grafitti" of one's temple/body, others like me class as glorifying God by marking our bodies with all things Jesus Christ, and scripture. If by doing so it keeps me (and reminds others) of God's glory ; then who are you, or anyone else, to put that into the "graffiti ' category. Grafitti is "vandalism" because it is usually done without permission on anothers property, and usually carries with it a denigrating slur or msg. Tattoos on one's body, honouring our Saviour, do not fall into the same category no matter how you swing it. Remember, Jesus is all about one's heart, NOT the appearance of one's supposed virtue or religiosity (I.e. appearing to be playing by the rules whilst the heart is black)

[@RickyLee1970]

I'm going to make it no matter what 👍

[@acolytes777]

Tattoos are not for me but I don't put down Christians who have them

[@Matthew-hh6ex]

Same here , but we need to teach on it so more people will stay away

[@suziyoohoo1422]

@Yeshua is Lord. Put down in this context means to think less of or degrade.

[@servantmichael2514]

Being a chritain is NOT about "preferences", remember that.

[@1thess523]

Wife: "why do you have a tattoo on your face now" Me: "what do you meme" 😜

[@davisjohnjaison8526]

Thug life😎

[@rob2estonia]

These three personalities are interesting to watch together. I find myself identifying with Jon, as he seems to be a bit more introverted and a thinker like me. Quite a hot topic to tangle with, by the way!

[@stixxnstonerz3450]

I have lots of tattoos. I got them before I was saved. But when I became a Christian and learned how God felt about them, I never got anymore.

[@chriscross7494]

For me art is for walls! Someone elses. However what one does with their bodies is between them, God, and if they have a spouse, their spouse.

[@llamasugar5478]

I got a tattoo when I was 46. I had never considered one before; it wasn’t my thing. My brother, otoh, was very into them, especially tribute tats. When he passed away suddenly in 2012, it just seemed the thing to do for him. I designed my own tattoo, a sprig of rosemary (for remembrance) and his initials. My husband was actually pretty angry. I explained that I had never imagined a situation in which I’d get a tattoo, but then I always expected to die before my little brother. Now? I probably wouldn’t do it now, but at the time it seemed the right thing. I don’t exactly regret my tattoo, I just think that at this distance removed from the event I probably wouldn’t feel the need. *edit* I should add that most of the time, my shoulder is covered & the tat isn’t visible. My sister-in-law and nieces/nephew know it’s there, and they see it as an expression of my love for my brother.

[@kerryparks8509]

A medical student and friend of mine told me at lunch one day, they had done an autopsy on a sailor who died of Lymphoma . Now he apparently had 3 or 4 reasonably small tattoos by today's standards. When they examined his glands they found them clogged with a black residue. The main causes of this cancer are said to be exposure to radiation and *certain types of chemicals* which can put people at higher risk. For those interested, lymph nodes (or lymph glands) are part of the body's immune system. They filter harmful substances like bacteria and cancer cells from your body, and help fight infections. They also play an important role in cancer diagnosis, treatment and prognosis. Anyone covering their bodies in tattoos by injecting a foreign chemical should think very, very carefully about the long term consequences

[@BenjaminOommen]

Thank you for your opinion. I respect that. However, making a point from a dead person whom you've never met doesn't help the argument. We can only speculate the time of when he got the tattoo. Whether he smokes,or drinks alcohol regularly does matter. What if you find the black residue on another patient who did not have a tattoo? Thank you

[@sallybaddeley6060]

I was a tattooist before I was saved, so not only have I got them, but I've given them too. So thanks for covering this guys.

[@lizicadumitru9683]

Sally Baddeley may I ask what attracted you to tattoos?

[@sallybaddeley6060]

Thanks for asking Lizica, I'm not attracted to tattoos on myself to be honest. I wouldn't of had any if not for work. Though I do like the look of them on others. I love art and it was clear I'd be an artist from a very young age. Learned to tattoo I think because my Dad was a biker and one thing I remember vividly about him was his tattoos. I never planned to be a tattooist, just to learn how it's done. But fell into doing it because that ended up being my most sale-able skill. I then got mine because people would often remark that a tattooist without tattoos looked strange. I'm not 100% happy with my looks now, but don't get me wrong I'm not too gutted either... I doubt anyone's 100% happy with there looks. I worry since becoming a Christian more because of the tattoos I've done on others. I know I've tattooed loads of "demonic" stuff on people. I did whatever people asked for without questioning there might be something real behind these things. :/ Its fair enough if your bad decisions effect yourself, but when they might effect others it leaves guilt and confusion. Luckily the cure for that is Jesus. God Bless and take care.

[@Jill-jb1jg]

Sally Baddeley, I can understand your feelings about giving tattoos of demonic things (you mentioned feeling guilt and confusion): as you say, Jesus is the cure - I just wanted to say Satan might try to give you thoughts leading to guilt and confusion (or they might come just from your own mind) but you can fight them with Scripture, because you’ve confessed what you did (not with full knowledge) and it really has all been wiped off your record! ‘As far as the East is from the West, so far has he removed our sins from us.’ Peace!

[@sallybaddeley6060]

Thanks Jill17. I know what you said it biblical, but it's good to be reminded.

[@mrs.lancaster8482]

Sally Baddeley Hey sister I have plenty of tattoos from my old life, and God has turned everything around to glorify Himself. You now have a visible testimony of what Jesus brought you out of. All you can really do is praying for the other people that they will find Jesus. But Satan will always try and condemn us. “There is therefore now no condemnation to those who are in Christ Jesus, who do not walk according to the flesh, but according to the Spirit.” ‭‭Romans‬ ‭8:1‬ ‭NKJV‬‬ God Bless you sister

[@fabiancardenas6970]

People are always wondering and debating what we should or shouldn't do. I just think that the more our minds are transformed by reading and meditating on God's word and prayer the less these things will even enter our minds. The indwelling Holy Spirit will be seen outwardly in the the words we speak, the clothes we wear and the choices we make.

[@tenkaren]

This video has the wrong focus. The problem with tattoos is not a verse in leviticus, but that it's a worldly practice. In every covenant we are to be holy and dedicated to the Lord and tattoos are engaging in a practice that comes from the philosophy of the world.

[@Mantorok]

Omid Tenkaren And cutting your hair, shaving and wearing nice clothes does not?

[@tenkaren]

Mantorok to shave and wear clothes is not the same thing since we must shave and wear clothes, but tattoos aren't a must. Moreover, even there we should be careful not to dress like the world and not to be selfish in spending a fortune on looking good when people around the world are starving. We should be salt and light in showing the world that there are more important things in life, like being holy for the sake of Christ. Blessings

[@Mantorok]

But why don't you just wear 2 pair of clothes? What is the point of having more than that?

[@tenkaren]

Mantorok there is a difference between being holy and being weird... If I went to work every day with the same par of clothes, people would think that Christianity is a weird munk religion, and if I went to work with luxurious clothes they would think that Christianity is a worldly carnal religion. Hence I dress modestly and don't spend a fortune on clothes, showing that clothes aren't important for me.

[@sentulian7288]

You got it right Omid

[@ladillalegos]

I just feel that our bodies are the temple of the Holy Spirit and to “graffiti” our perfectly design bodies is not appropriate

[@jeremybenson5782]

I think tattoos are wrong. God's law is written on our hearts. I think a conscious is seared if you can't tell God is telling you not to do that. The OT verse does not make a distinction about what the marking is for, it says do not make a marking. There are two commands there. No cuts for the dead, and no tattoo markings. They are separated by 'or' which is generally a logical operator to separate two independent statements with logic, although that might not be the case in some instances. Another issue with tattoos is pride. I'm not sure how you would get any tattoo without a pride issue, even if it was the name of Jesus, a cross, ect. You want people to see it. You want it to be cool.

[@MinCraige]

The question was answered very early in this video. The context suggests that markings, carvings, or cutting of the hair in honor or recognition of pagan gods/paganism is expressly forbidden. To say that the scripture to which they referred forbids all tattoos would be an over reach.

[@colmwhateveryoulike3240]

Actually I found that to be the weakest argument because many of the commandments throughout that chapter don't share that theme but I could be wrong.

[@servantmichael2514]

Wrong! The verse talks about putting tattoos on your body to be forbidden. And when it mentions cutting your body, that's when it mentions for who!

[@MinCraige]

@@servantmichael2514 The context is referring to markings, carvings, or cutting of the hair in association with paganism or in honor of pagan gods. Context is everything.

[@servantmichael2514]

@@MinCraige You are the one adding your own context in scripture. You are cursing yourself by doing this rubbish. Stick to what is written and dont add anything last you add punishment on yourself.

[@MinCraige]

@@servantmichael2514 I am adding? Interesting that you would say that since I am communicating EXACTLY what the scripture says without adding a modern interpretation by making this a prohibition of all tattoos. And as for that “cursing yourself” comment and the entire last sentence, it sticks or legalism and is therefore a sin. A little self-examination would help.

[@EmceeLorder]

Great video. It's hilarious seeing the comments in disagreement. Not every non-Christian wears tattoos. A tattoo is not an inherent sign of acting like "the world". Why is this so hard for people to understand? We are all gonna be worm food anyway. Get the soul and spirit cleansed. They matter a whole lot more these days.

[@helenbarber5980]

@A A We won't need these bodies when we die

[@jaredpetersen277]

Me and a guy at work were talking about this. So here is our thoughts. 1, who does the tattoo glorify 2, what is the reason behind it 3, will it cause your brother to stumble? 4, what would Jesus do 5, where does glorifying Gods temple stop and defiling it start? (Thinking of Corinthians here) So we have no scripture against it, and if your heart condemns you not then we guess its cool for you. Personally I would not get it for reasons of defilement of my body and my heat would condemn me and my brothers would stumble.

[@ronalddrozdick4105]

Many traditional things like Kosher restrictions seems to me to be in large part public health rules without a dept of public health. Exclusion of some animals included some with parasite problems that could infect people (pigs). Restricting seafood to fish eliminated some health problems with say oysters which can cause problems. Kosher meat includes meat that has been bled well since blood goes bad fast. Talk to any hunter. Storing meat in metal containers is a no-no and that can cause the meat to go bad faster. Don’t know why the meat /milk combo is forbidden. Was an acting chef in a boy scout strict kosher kitchen. Had to keep telling kids they could not have butter for their bread during a meat meal.

[@lizicadumitru9683]

Ronald Drozdick Aww no butter for my bread 😯. I'm afraid rabbis took that scripture where it says you shall not seethe/boil a baby goat in its mother's milk too far saying that you should not combine meat with dairy.

[@ronalddrozdick4105]

They went rather far based on that phrase. A strict Kosher family has two kitchens complete. Two sets of silverware and dishes, pots., pans. Two fridges, stoves, etc. Our kitchens were separated by a chicken wire wall and we had a Rabi to to keep us honest. We opened but did not otherwise touch a bag of flower that was leaning against the wall in the Dairy Kitchen, Oops, we needed it in the Meat Kitchen and were going to move it to the other side of the wall. Got caught. A far as I know all other dietary restrictions involve buying the right food with a K or a U when appropriate.

[@WarPoet-In-Training]

It's also important to examine one's own motive for wanting/not wanting a tattoo. Are you doing it out of peer pressure? Without consideration? Because you feel it will impress someone? Because it will make you look tougher? Etc etc. I think motive of self, and what God thinks of your motives, has a lot more to do with it than whether or not God has said anything specifically against tattoos.

[@jenniferwenger6925]

I love you guys! Y’all are great at explaining Christianity

[@Jill-jb1jg]

Really good video, thank you. I prayed for your protection with my husband while we were watching it. I will pray that every time I watch one of your videos. I think the three of you make a good presenting team. Peace to you.

[@ajburgess7242]

I had drawn out or given specifics to the artist for my tattoos and find no sin in it. First off, the new covenant covers much of what was commanded in the old covenant. When it comes to your body being a temple of The Holy Spirit, I think that scripture refers to maintaining health (which I dont see tattoos being unhealthy to the body, its never damaged mine) and respecting that temple in regards to the nature of our fleshly desire aka sin. Tattoos are artwork if used in certain context and can depict good memories and reminders of our faith. I think people overreact and judge something so trivial in the church because they were taught that way, yet it has ZERO effect on our salvation in general. "Graffiti on the temple of God" is an extreme overreach because I dont see the Biblical context of such being that scripture's purpose. At most, its a gray area. If youre going to put skulls, devils, or gang signs I understand the issue but otherwise I think its up to a person's personal convictions not something for others to judge. I'm an artist in all senses, drawing, photography, music, etc and I enjoy putting art on my body and feel no condemnation for it from God. If someone wants to judge it, that's on them, not me. To each their own but this situation is not of much importance in the grand scheme. I've barely even bled from them. If you feel different, that's great...but i'm still covered by grace and dont feel wrong at all

[@ramontorres7028]

Hey, guys! Let me start off by saying that I love your videos. With that being said, when I saw this whole thing about tattoos I was a bit concerned primarily because I'm not too crazy about them. One way to see it is we are to love our neighbors as ourselves and I don't believe if one truly loved themselves they wouldn't want to mark up their bodies. On the other hand, I also believe that God doesn't want us to be abusive/excessive with such things. Like I have seen people (men and women) with tattoos all over their bodies which includes their faces and it seems to me that such folks don't really care much for themselves. It's one thing to have a few but if you are abusing yourself (such as the man who felt he was a parrot and therefore had himself, his face, altered to gain that look than you have another thing coming.) you have to be careful.

[@GP-dp4mr]

Can you explain the New age movement especially this christ consciousness ideology... I believe its a gnostic teaching... This is a massive thing and it can be very deceiving as they mix truth with a false gospel.

[@Christian-cg1nx]

Blue Bird have you read "Why Jesus" by Ravi Zacharias?

[@GP-dp4mr]

505 Jesus is more than a prophet he is God No I haven't but I have seen ravi talk about it. Thanks I shall buy it

[@AntonsClass]

Blue Bird, there are quite a bit of videos here on KZbin exposing the New Age movement, particularly its claims about Jesus.

[@MP-yc2ou]

It's of the occult

[@razuhl9269]

I see some problems in different translations with the setting of the punctuation. In german Leviticus 19 28 both parts are refearing "for the dead" as ritual for honoring the death, and not just the cutting of your flesh.

[@aaronstately]

Middle guy was correct when he said "we take the principle behind the prohibition seriously" . David is being overly legalistic. The covenant has changed.... but that it is the application of the Law... not the law itself. It is still wrong to get tattoos. The law does not change... only the application. Also where does it say adam was not allowed to eat meat? even if that was the case, the law did not apply then in that world, (a world before the fall) Further more, not marking the skin would come under creation law, that if our skin was to be marked, it would have been done so by God at your birth. Even further... name someone from the bible that had a tattoo? A prophet? A Israelite King? an apostle? While it is not legalistly written, its pretty clear by all standards in the bible and its principles that it is best avoided.

[@cslcojoco]

That opened up an interesting discussion. Thanks. Good discussion on the Christian's relationship to the Mosaic Law.

[@phoenixhandyman4597]

Great Discussion on this matter. Keep up the good work teaching us Veritas.

[@kittykat632]

People should also consider that getting a tattoo can be very expensive and they should be asking how they can better use that money. Always question the motivation and purpose behind the tattoo that you want to get as well.

[@noelmyburgh8040]

Although we are free, we must not use that freedom to make our brother stumble in his walk with God, like drinking alcohol, you can, but is it wise to drink in the presence of a recovering alcoholic? Also tattoos, you can, but why do you want them? Is it for vanity sake? Then dont do it. Is it to conform into your culture like the maori people of New Zealand? Then maybe you can so as to not look like you think you are better than them, and the tattoo makes witnessing easier into that culture. But I think if you feel guilty about having a tattoo then its not done in faith, then dont get one.

[@manofvision]

Everything should be led of the spirit not our own understanding/flesh .... Proverbs 3:5-6

[@hamsunshine9394]

I go both ways on tattoos. Whatever you do, Do for the glory of God. (1 Corinthians 10:31). If you can glorify God with your tattoo, sweet, but I can not glorify God with my t-shirt. On the other hand, I have "everything is permissible but not everything is beneificial. So, whatever gets you through the nigh, its alright, its alright..... :)

[@blueblue1891]

Problem is you can't use pagan practices to glorify God. You can read about that over and over in the Bible.

[@hamsunshine9394]

Can we eat meat that was slain to honor a god? Weak brothers, no. Strong brother, yes. Can I enjoy Ozzy Osbourne music, even though I know drugs are bad, suicide is bad, mental illness is bad, singing these songs over and over is a form of brainwashing (bad) and most everything else is bad, can I still enjoy the beat? For me, I allow the Holy Ghost to convict my heart and right now it says I have bigger issues to work on. We will get to Ozzy on a later date.

[@GODHATESADOPTION]

@@hamsunshine9394 the spirit convicts me since tattoos revolt me but I still listen to Ozzy, I have bigger demons to battle like making adoption illegal. God hates adoption.

[@sosassteelstrings9623]

@@GODHATESADOPTIONim lost. You're saying adoption of a child is wrong ?

[@mrolas5683]

There seems to be a great divide between people and the belief of tattoos are sinful. But biblically, the association with paganism and idol worship is what is clearly outlined. From the rise of the tattoo culture in the 50s (debatable) the general public’s view on tattoos was not based on the biblical account but by the association with criminals. Many people seem to feel convicted for having tattoos prior to becoming Christian but it is clear that people fear the judgment of man more then they fear God. We are clearly instructed not to live this way. As anything you do you should be mindful of how it makes you look, offensive tattoos is not a good look, just like face tattoos look disrespectful even if it were to say “blessed”. Tattoos are a great conversation starter and this could be a chance for a random person to start a conversation with a Christian. And as they say you could be the only bible the someone will ever hear. Today tattoos have a greater purpose, they can be used to remind people of troubled times they overcame, announce ones faith, cover scars of self harm or injuries, disguise insecurities, increase confidence. Just like you should be mindful of the words you speak, so should you be mindful of your tattoos. God bless you all!

[@durendalarcas8209]

Its always great when the Avengers get together. :) God bless you guys.

[@peanutnetwork]

Very good conversation! I'm looking forward to study more in depth Levitical law. It's so interesting because it seemed so crazy and arbitrary but when you understand the underlying reasons as Vocal was saying you can walk away with some great insights. James White sparked this interest when he talks about OT scripture mandating putting a fence on your roof, he pointed out that most modern homes ppl don't hang out on their roofs but some of us have pools and in order to preserve life it would be a good idea to put a fence around the pool.

[@sharoncrawford3042]

When you do what sinners do, you are following culture. Would never do that as a christian.

[@studentofhistory3217]

Not everything in the world is inherently evil. Tattoos are not always evil. For example, I know someone who got the tattoo of his baby boy's feet on his back as the child died early in life. I do not believe that is sinful. I have considered getting a tattoo Via Veritas Vita which means he is the way the truth and the life. I have gone through things in my life that were very difficult and I would appreciate that subtle reminder of God's love. I also believe it could be a conversation starter. I do not think someone should be covered in tattoos though.

[@benkoop663]

Well, sinners eat food so. rip

[@llcms.empressqueenlady-asp5928]

I got my first tattoo I have the prayer 🙏🏾 hands and I will be getting butterflies 🦋 as well

[@Airvian]

“Eat anything that moves.” A command every American can get behind. Lol

[@Dr.VonBraun]

Love your videos brother. Keep it up!

[@randallwegman1028]

1 John 2:15-17 KJV Love not the world, neither the things that are in the world. If any man love the world, the love of the Father is not in him. [16] For all that is in the world, the lust of the flesh, and the lust of the eyes, and the pride of life, is not of the Father, but is of the world. [17] And the world passeth away, and the lust thereof: but he that doeth the will of God abideth for ever. Tattoos are of worldly pagan worship. Why any Christian would get them is mind boggling.

[@whaddoyoumeme]

This is exactly what people used to say about going to the movies and wearing blue jeans. Because you may not like something, doesn’t make it “worldly” or pagan. I mean that with love and grace. Blessings, friend!

[@randallwegman1028]

Can't say I've heard that about blue jeans, but the movies part I've heard and totaly understand, especially with movies these days having people dressed immodestly, swearing and blaspheming God and Christ's name up and down, and glorifying senseless violence. However, the tattoo thing, unlike that, is not a matter of opinion but Biblical fact. Yes indeed, it states it in the Law and it was carried over into the new testament. What was done away with in the New Testament where the sacrificial laws/customs, dietary customs, and holy day observations as these things merely pointed ahead to Christ. However, things like the Ten Commandments (minus The Sabbath as putting your faith in the works of Jesus Christ is how we observe the Sabbath in the NT) were carried over into the NT. A study of Hebrews and Galatians would be very helpful. Matthew 5:19 KJV Whosoever therefore shall break one of these least commandments, and shall teach men so, he shall be called the least in the kingdom of heaven: but whosoever shall do and teach them, the same shall be called great in the kingdom of heaven. If you have tattoos, I'm not angry at you nor do I see you as any more worse than me. But with love and concern I highly suggest that anyone reading this that's considering getting some ink think twice.

[@StraitTalkMedia]

Great discussion I enjoy David wood so I will be subscribing nice to meet you brothers

[@paradisecityX0]

Absolutely. We're not ancient Israelites

[@lizicadumitru9683]

The White Injun we are to be grafted in to the Olive Tree that is Israel.

[@OlviMasta77]

Niko abstract argument

[@voiceofreason3950]

Humans are not perfect because they sin. We all sin. Only God (Jesus) didn't sin while He was human and God.

[@joshuaharper6896]

Byzantine Servant your Jesus did sin when he had a little hissy fit and flipped a table(s) in the temple. That was someone else’s property, not his. I personally know people with better manners and dispositions than him

[@jai5531]

@@joshuaharper6896 Jesus has a Righteous Anger to the Pharisees who were selling Merchandise and collecting finances from the poor. The wolves in sheep's clothing that they are. If you actually read the scripture. Jesus had every right to be angry, offended and upset. God's temple is a place of Holy Worship not a Marketplace for a man's benefit or greed actually. Matthew 21: 12 And Jesus went into the temple of God, and cast out all them that sold and bought in the temple, and overthrew the tables of the moneychangers, and the seats of them that sold doves, 13 And said unto them, It is written, My house shall be called the house of prayer; but ye have made it a den of thieves. Spirtual things are spirtually diserned. If you actually read the full context of the scripture you'd understand it. It's dangerous to interpret scripture out of pure emotionalism. If you don't understand God's Authority and Jesus' burdens while he was alive. Out of your flesh which defiles all of US. How could interpret or hear, read scripture the way God has intended us to?

[@brianrobinson6046]

Since Jesus told us not to seek after things that the pagans seek after, i.e. food, drink, clothing then why would we seek after any of these other things that don’t truly satisfy either? He told us what to seek. The kingdom of God and it’s righteousness. Set your hearts and minds on things above.

[@DanielBrowne-dz7we]

There has only ever been one solitary tattoo that I appreciated. It was on the shoulder of a US Marine. It showed the American flag. Below it were the words, “Come Burn This One”

[@ItsJustAdrean]

Basically, we're prohibited from getting tattoos, piercings, or haircuts for the express reason of allying ourselves to other gods. That's it! :)

[@PhilipAjin]

Next question- viel for women during prayer/prophecy in church

[@lizicadumitru9683]

Philip Ajin we have no such custom 😁

[@PhilipAjin]

Lizica Dumitru what does bible as to say.. custom based on bible is I seek...

[@lizicadumitru9683]

Philip Ajin that's what Paul says in 1st Corinthians where this is discussed in his letter, "we have no such custom."

[@PhilipAjin]

Lizica Dumitru where?

[@PhilipAjin]

Lizica Dumitru in contrast if I ask is it oke for man to cover his head during prayers for prophecy

[@anthonysmith7624]

Christians are suppose to walk and talk differently. we are called and chosen to be '"salt of the earth" a light to the lost.

[@thomasb4467]

Can Christians get tattoos? Sure. Can anyone give me a legitimate reason as to why a Christian should?

[@DavidElendu]

As a reminder that's permanent about something between them and God.

[@thomasb4467]

@@DavidElendu You need a tattoo as a reminder about something between you and God? Like I said, Christians can get tattoos if they want but I wouldn’t consider getting one as a reminder to be legitimate. To each his own though.

[@DavidElendu]

@@thomasb4467 I understand and to each his own, I like the idea of tattoos personally, not because of what the world thinks, because there are so many people in the world with really bad tattoos that I think look ugly, but because I think if someone see it you can use it as a form of ministry. I would like to get a verse or words of Christ on my arm in a form of bands or 'chains' to show that Christ is my master while also having a constant physical reminder of what I believe so even when I forget I can look and see it. But I can understand why someone might not find that to be their style. To me it's more like decorating the temple. I don't see stuff like that as graphiti just like how I see wearing well fitted clothes and looking for as my representation of keeping my temple and presenting it as acceptable to God and letting it be a reflection to others

[@thomasb4467]

@@DavidElendu That’s right. I can’t provide scripture that condemns tattooing yourself. I think Christians who are against tattoos are against them based off of their cultural beliefs and interpretation of verses such as the one you mentioned(1Cor6:19). There’s just no way to be dogmatic either way and it certainly isn’t a think the body of Christ should fight or divide over. I got tattoos before I was saved and I regret them. Fortunately they are in areas that aren’t visible unless I’m shirtless. Anyways, I think it comes down to conviction. If getting a tattoo doesn’t grieve your conscience then who am I or anyone else to say otherwise?

[@DavidElendu]

@@thomasb4467 I appreciate that and I agree nothing in the Bible really recommends it, which is why I have a bit of resistance on getting one. I don't find it to be a necessity

[@WillGaylord]

Growing up, I was taught that in the modern world there isn't an issue with tattoos in general, but an issue with not treating yourself with respect and dignity by getting frivolous tattoos and treating our bodies like a joke or something non-sacred.

[@sonofode902]

God see intent, and the practice of that intent in men. Men most of the time dont, though they are commanded to do so. Tatoo at best when our intention are pure, becomes a distraction. Distracted those who we want to reach. But as those whom anyone with a tatoo wanted to be reached, they should not be distracted by the tatoo. Me thinks, it is harder to convince oneself not to be distracted by their own tatoo, than to convince others not to be distracted from their tatoo. There are saying, dont pass judgement easly to others. But what mostly taken place is our own heart is pass judgement continously to ourself. Thats the hardest test; our own judgement to ourself. Great video, keep up the good work. Gin,

[@pietervandeventer8791]

I love reformed theology. Thanks, Vocab!

[@Flourish-07]

My late mother was a devoted follower of Christ ,she was an Evangelist.she had this tribal drawing in her arms and and some tiny drawing over her eye brow though it's not as colourful as tattoo today but her parents put that there because they have to have it.it'd tribal ,to separate their lineage as it's Royal lineage in some part in Africa. .And I undesrdtand it was made with needles too..they did it to her as little as baby because she was a princess and her brothers get different type too...

[@chikeokjr24]

There’s nothing wrong with having body markings or tattoos. The conversation was separating prescriptive behaviors like moral absolutes that help our faith grow (for example 10 commandments) from descriptive behaviors that helped the Israelites stand out at the time. The markings you speak of sound really cool tho extra painful lol I’m African too, I think I’ve seen them before

[@nunez2717]

I have tattoos. I have gauges. I lead worship in my church. I love the Lord, His son Jesus whom died on the cross for ALL of my sins, and am in love with His precious Holy Spirit. I have had many encounters where many people were shocked to see someone who looks like me be so in love with the Lord through how I live in regards to the way I speak and the way I love. Through this simple revelation, through my testimony, many have come to follow the Lord. By their fruits they shall be known. Many are fascinated with the story behind my tattoos, to which I quickly turn it and ask them, "Hey, do you know Jesus?" Blows them away every time! I am a PK and have been all my life. I grew up in a very legalistic church. I know that side of it, and I know the other side of it. But it's so refreshing to know that there is now NO condemnation for those who ARE IN CHRIST! The Lord uses whatever means necessary to get his Love out to His people. God bless everyone of you!

[@h.iwaarden-arends7349]

Why should you do that? Jesus had scarfs and was pierced for our sins should we damage out body's that God gave us. Lord you did not make us good enough we make it better. Also the damage by the ink to our health. Is not our body a temple of the Holy Spirit, should we damage His temple?

[@GabrielleTollerson]

thats a stupid as fuck logic dude

[@LITTYWorldMusiKENT]

Who said it’s damage to the body that is relative isn’t it ? And a personal preference 🤷‍♂️

[@hawk00055]

Great video! Keep them coming.

[@kenthompson6539]

A man from Ireland who was in the paramilitary and was heavily tattooed, got saved, went to Japan as a missionary and because of his tattoo's he was able to get in to the prisons to witness as only criminal's get tattooed in Japan.

[@jgbee2726]

Big difference between pre and post salvation. 1Cor 6

[@boogiessweatbox4317]

Great video and a great and reasoned response to those who oppose tats. There's a tremendous amount of freedom we have in Christ. Sometimes we take the gift for less than it is.

[@herichimoify]

"...what comes out of the mouth proceeds from the heart, and this defiles a person."

[@herichimoify]

One of my favorite verses, which puts much of the Bible, and especially those other versus used by pagans, heretics, and atheists to attack Christians, info context.

[@servantmichael2514]

@@herichimoify Well that verse was only talking about food.

[@MetaSkipper]

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[@whaddoyoumeme]

Hey MetaSkipper! Use the one in the description, we are moving over to that one!! Thanks so much, and I'm honored! Thank you! (www.patreon.com/whaddoyoumeme)

[@kbaafi]

I simply dont get tatoos because the blackness of my skin bleeds into the tatoo machine. God bless you all

[@simphiweduma7031]

The apostles, even after Christ's death, kept the Sabbath and the holy days and ate according to the laws given to Israel in the old testament. That hasn't changed right?

[@mily87ful]

What about make up? And the whole modesty aspect of a girl?

[@lizicadumitru9683]

Mi__ly G that's a deeper issue than even tattoos go - pun intended 😆

[@mily87ful]

Lizica Dumitru lol

[@DanielBrowne-dz7we]

Then there’s eyeliner tattoos. What of THAT?!

[@NoName-sp5dp]

@@DanielBrowne-dz7we sounds fine

[@NoName-sp5dp]

It's fine. Pretty sure we've been rubbing flowers on our faces to be pretty since the beginning of time

[@kimberlyo2037]

Earlier today I seriously was just asking God about this very question! And my conclusion was the same, not a sin under the new covenant, unless maybe you're putting an image that is obscene or corrupt language.

[@mrupholsteryman]

Tattoos are not Kryptonite and Jesus's power of forgiveness and Grace is stronger than superman. Who knows....maybe the thief that was on the cross next to Jesus had tats and body mods...?

[@lizicadumitru9683]

Jeffrey Potter It's not so much about just having them but getting them once one is converted to Christ.

[@mrupholsteryman]

Lizica Dumitru I don't have any...but have thought about using them as a tool. A place of ice breaking conversation starter about seeing things that are only surface level when God ultimately knows what is in the heart. I have thought about various scriptures that I could reference....I wouldn't look at this temporary vessel as a thing that is to be placed in a higher honor than being sanctified as this body will eventually be done away with. Jesus did lots (a few) things that folks didn't feel lined up with what they considered holy or right for the people or the culture....whether they follow Jesus to trap HIM or follow HIM cuz they are curious or they follow HIM cuz they are rebellious as well...there is room for growth and renewal in all of them. Ultimately I don't believe that getting a tattoo after being saved is a deal breaker for Jesus. Only HE knows what plans there are for the ones that are His. He had to put Peter in a place of forced humility when he (Peter) looked at John right after being restored and in "good graces" with Jesus and put his focus on John. And asked "what about him?" Jesus asked Peter...."what concern of it is yours how he serves me?" This verse struck me several years ago when I was wanting Jesus to heal me like the paralytic and was trying to force a healing or a blessing on my terms and wanted to not have a surgery...but an experience based on how Jesus helped someone other than me.... Fast forward to now....I have a scar. Sometimes God works through docs. I now have evidence of some things on the inside that needed addressing...(degenerative disk disease) So are all surgeries bad cuz the skin has been punctured? I know that with God being the ultimate authority and having Him I've been able to share with folks that the scars and damage leading to them don't have to be a defining moment ....but can always be a refining moment. Paul knew that we could have all the tools and if we didn't have love (God IS LOVE) that it is in vain. (Not vein) haha. God knows the agenda and whether the tattoos would be something that honors HIM or not. I would say that if we are His ambassadors and representatives of Him it should be in a way that goes beyond what we look like. I'm not saying that every "true" Christian needs to turn their skin into a moving Bible canvas... I do believe that there are times that God would be pleased with how we honor Him. And that we are the ones that sometimes get offended....reminds me of the scene when King David came back after a victory and was dancing in clothes (or a lack of ....) And his wife Michel was frustrated over the matter. I know this is old testament and not new....but the same unchanging God is sovereign over an ever changing culture of people that still want to be in charge of people and sometimes using God to get "their way" and not being in HIS Way....this may have been a much longer response than ultimately necessary. God bless ya'!

[@blueblue1891]

Problem is you people are being softened up to take the mark of the beast which will be a visible mark. That's why the devil and his minions created this tattoo craze. These people are completely confused on the issue. When you've had one tattoo you will not have a problem having another.

[@mrupholsteryman]

Christian Bruvah anything can become an idol....but really? I can't picture Jesus telling someone that trusts Him faithfully...."uh... Sorry brother or sister. I just can't handle what you've done to this temporary skin that was gonna be turned to dust." Or "Oh....sorry. You've reached beyond the grace factor."

[@oforistephen30]

The question is why are you applying tattoo on your body?

[@truecolors5662]

Revelation 19:16 on his robe and on his thigh he has a name written King of Kings Lord of Lords

[@plejochi1]

My brother, through David's videos I just found out about Islamized me(WHAT A GREAT JOB!!!) and I got to know you and Gio. Next video I just encounter is this one about the tattoos and this is what I need to say about it with much love and respect. What is being a Christian? I will say that be part of the world is not being a Christian but the opposite, we should set and example that is not of this wold and I find no better than Christ and the apostles and non of them have any kind of tattoos, not counting they did not have time or resources or REASON for it. So remember every action, word, though will be held accountable at the end before the one we serve and TO WHOM MUCH WAS GIVEN MUCH WILL BE ASK, people are looking at YOU for and example so their desitions on this mater (TATTOOS) will be in part in your back on the DAY OF THE LORD. Look at the reasons why tattoos exist. Intimidation, Idolatry, Shame markation, Gangs group identification, Satanism, Cult to other than God because God does not accept imagery of Him, slavery and so on........ and maybe at the end of an extensive list of non Christian reasons them and only them we found the less dangerous one and jet another terrible sin which is VANITY FOR THIS WORLD. I am going to ask you a question in the love of Christ. What is the reason behind yours? Please be not offended as my main purpose with this is to be part of an everyday better Christian work of God in you. Remember we, the ones of Christ, do not go by any Leviticus or any other law than the love of Christ, we are of the SPIRIT AND NOT OF THE WORLD like tattoos are. Not counting that a lot of Godly brothers are stumbling with this aspect of live here among the people of the flesh so take PAUL OF TARSUS in to prospective in this one too. Hope I will have your answer soon. It is not morally demanded but I would like to have it. God bless you brother and may our Lord Jesus Christ continue blessing you and your family.

[@whaddoyoumeme]

Hey brother, thanks for the compliments and kind words! I guess the reasons you give are based on the assumption that tattoos are sinful or of the world, which I don’t believe is true. Some satantist may get them to worship Satan but mine give glory to God. It’s like anything else. A satanist May pray to Satan before a meal, but if I pray to God, it’s not sinful for me to eat a meal. If they are sinful they will have to be in and of themselves. For example, one of mine has faith with a pair of eyes; when people ask me about if, I tell them how biblical faith is not blind and is based on facts. And also, it may help to define what you mean by worldly. Not saying you are doing this, but we have to be careful not to assume things are wrong because we don’t like them or feel like they are (we all do this at times). This was the case of several in the past when it came to wearing blue jeans, having Christian rappers and rock bands, going to movie theaters, etc. Hope that helps some! Bless you, brother!

[@Marcus-ec1kx]

i have just been thinking about where Paul says in Romans 14:4 who are you to judge someone else's servant this principal is true with every believer I personally believe from my own walk with the Lord he will let others do with a clear conscience what he won't let another do with a clear conscience so yes biblically we are allowed to get tattoos BUT if you cant get a tattoo with a clear conscience or i could say, still having the peace of God then I would strongly recommend not getting one as i believe it would be a sin to you then I am getting this from the principal the bible puts across with food sacrificed unto idols. 1 Corinthians 8 and 10

[@lizicadumitru9683]

Chic UK I like to think of it as, you'll be okay without one 😊.

[@michaeldeo5068]

The difference being things what the Bible actually labels Food, is still food regardless of whether it was sacrificed to non-existent Mighty ones, which a true Believer knows are not real. Getting a Tattoo is not something that the true Almighty one, Yahweh, has commanded and seeing the Believer now has a Master in the Messiah Yahushua/Messiah, the Believer should walk as he walked.

[@AericLee23]

Here's a question: can Christians date? Should Christians date? Should Christian marriages be arranged by the bride's/groom's parents?

[@WarriorWomann]

TATTOOS AND THOSE CHRISTIANS WHO JUDGE OTHER CHRISTIANS WHO HAVE THEM: "Intention" matters! I for one have my Lord Jesus Christ as well as Holy scripture tattooed on my body. Would you ask me then to what avail? It's all relative to what's in your heart. Just as Jesus kept stressing to the Pharisees... He was interested in what was in their hearts, not how many times they followed each particular "rule" We are free from Religiosity now under Christ's covenant. It is all about God knowing our hearts and intent

[@lovejune4897]

Before I play the video, I literally asked God can I get a tattoo earlier this week and I am being lead to various versus in the bible. Haven't gotten an answer yet but I know this will help.

[@rukevweb5674]

Hope you haven’t.

[@_aPaladin]

with the current and rampant Idolatry, wouldn't one have to becareful about having tattoos about that?

[@MLeoM]

0:50 Now that I have seen it, I just can't unsee the action to keep the MacBook from going too down... "Nope! I don't think so!!! Even though I am looking at the camera and speaking important stuffs and thinking them through, I still see you bending and moving downward" LOL... 😆

[@lindaclark6148]

For those who think tattoos are sinful- what do we do with Christians who are born again AFTER getting tatoos, like ME? Are you going to ask me if I got my tats before or after knowing Jesus as my Savior before you decide I'm ok? In your mind are you saying "eeewww yuck, she has tatoos, she must be trash"?

[@Milton1963]

If you have come back to the sensible world then first off God has seen you repent, the story of your indecency to your body can be used as a walking proof of your past life in your witnessing. Aside: when you cover your skin/body in a a permanent change you inadvertently tell God what He made is imperfect or something like it

[@Sorana44]

David at first said something really important. God give them these laws cause He required that his people have to be different to all the people around them, how are we being different? In old times the lines are so clear that such a thing are even unthinkable, now, theres no lines anymore, everything goes and we have scripture to prove it. That, to me, don’t honor the word if God, we don’t live in the same context, but we have to live by the same principles, and that doesn’t mean that I can judge and condemn someone if they have tatoos . If we live by the Spirit, then we have to walk by the Spirit.

[@bobrobert1123]

I was always told your body is a temple, to which I reply that it’s ok to paint a church.

[@tatasaccount]

I would recommend the book Old Testament Law for Christians by Dr. Roy Gane. He goes into a lot more detail than these guys did (or even could for the amount of time given). He actually gives guidelines on how to apply these OT Laws and their underlying principles for today. It's a lot more nuanced than how any of these guys discussed it (though that's understandable since none of them are OT scholars). I believe it's a must read for all Christians.