Cliffe Knechtle - Tattoos in the Bible

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The "Give Me An Answer" ministry began as an outgrowth of the dialogues Cliffe Knechtle has had with students on various university campuses throughout the United States. These universities include the University of Maine, Harvard, MIT, University of Florida, University of Texas, University of Wisconsin, University of Minnesota, University of California Los Angeles, University of California San Diego, Berkeley, Stanford, University of Hawaii and the University of Washington. Cliffe spoke on these campuses in front of the Student Union or Library at noon for five to ten minutes. At the close of his initial remarks, he'd open up the time for questions and answers, which usually turned into a two to four hour dialogue with students. His crowd size ranged from 25 - 500 students at a time, and between classes, new students would join the discussion. This is an extremely effective way to reach a large number of university students with the Gospel of Christ.
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[@mamileesy6400]

So i’m over here praying and im talking to God about that tattoos and asking him what’s wrong with it and i said “ i mean it would look cool to have you on my arm” and i heard the holy spirit say “why would you want me on your arm when im already in your heart?” i was like🤯😳❤️

[@HeartEllis]

*Him

[@godsees-5871]

Also no graven images.

[@oysral7896]

​@@HeartEllisI must say I believe that was the most excellent comment. Excellent. Shalom!

[@javon8082]

Great conviction. Mind blowing🙏❤

[@A.Man..]

its been proven that there is a natural resonant frequency of all things... humans are at 100ų. fabrics like linen and wool are higher than 100ų and therefore have better healing properties (thats why the Bible talks about being in the finest linen. when you mix wool and linen, both frequencies cancel each other out. most synthetic and blended clothing is well below 100ų. most people will put a tattoo of a skull or something dead...maybe even a date a loved one died....bible says not to make a marking for the dead. also your body is a temple of the holy spirit and you are marking your skin to what you think is making it better....but as you are, you are made in the image of God, we should therefore reflect that image back to God....as unblemished as possible

[@CrownedJulz]

In whatever we do, we talk with Holy Spirit, let Him check our motives, and from there, make moves to honor God with our bodies

[@DamonDuval]

Precisely! Holy Spirit will convict on what not to do. I have tattoos but feel convicted to not get them in certain areas of my body. Mainly my neck and face!

[@CrownedJulz]

@@DamonDuval yessir, nail on the head! Each of us has our own convictions

[@DamonDuval]

@@CrownedJulz Amen bro! Our motives and intentions are so vital. Only Holy Spirit can see them all. Something that may hinder someone else may not hinder me. It’s so important to be intentional about our walk with the Lord and sometimes wisdom shows how my decisions can affect me and others, whether it be a tattoo, what I eat, wear, etc.

[@kravendash7856]

i couldn't have said it better... do what you think is right and keep it between yourself and God... as long as you don't make another fall

[@generationsofmotivation9212]

Well said brother I really liked that interpretation

[@Justin-si5po]

"Treat your body as a holy temple". Simple to understand

[@TrAsH__6]

Lol people who say that are usually (at least from my experience) completely out of shape, eating fast food every other day and other processed food. Buddy, your body is not just your skin. I guarantee you, overall, my "temple" is in much better condition than your "temple" even though I have a tattoo.

[@Justin-si5po]

@TrAsH__6 Aw, did I offend you? Also if you're a Christian then you should know that you are being not just prideful but arrogant to truth.

[@Justin-si5po]

@@TrAsH__6 That's funny considering it's from the bible. So not only are you being prideful and arrogant, but you're being ignorant.

[@ROSEGOLDFAMILY]

Some people like to decorate their holy temple with holy words, meanings, and symbols. What would you say to those who say that?

[@Justin-si5po]

@@ROSEGOLDFAMILY If you want to put on tattoos which are for the Lord, go ahead. If you're doing it for your own self, then you're mistreating your temple.

[@meganhawkins1259]

During my own prayer with this I’ve learned that our body is sacred because it’s a host for the Holy Spirit so if you do put anything on your body just be mindful

[@mikehawk4714]

Please demonstrate a holy spirit.

[@meganhawkins1259]

@@mikehawk4714 again it’s so different for everybody because everybody has their own experience in their own journey. Again, what’s good for my journey might not be good for your journey and what’s good for your journey might not be good for my journey, but I do try to tell people the importanceof being careful what you put on your body because it is there forever

[@Ty.Stax44]

As someone with tattoos, I believe God knows my mind and heart so what I’ve already done doesn’t matter. As long as I’m striving to follow his teachings I’ll be in his good graces. My advice to people who already have them, don’t worry too much. God knows each and every one of us and has love regardless of our mistakes or misfortunes. Advice to people who don’t have them, don’t get them. They aren’t necessary regardless of what they mean to you or others. Think beyond the flesh whenever possible and stay true to your values and virtues

[@Ty.Stax44]

@Insomniac___ I’m gonna be honest with you, I don’t have the disposable income to worry about getting them removed. I got mine done free from family so I’ve never really had the normalized income to actually have them if that makes sense, I was speaking from that perspective. But to directly challenge your point, I just cant believe that something like that would hold me back if my will is to be with him, He knows where I’ve been and where I’m destined to go. We pray for forgiveness and repent in addition to staying faithful to keep our relationship with him, I understand that tattoos are a sin, but we all have our sins. Motivation behind our actions speaks more than the action itself imo

[@JustinBieber4evah]

God will forgive any sin if you repent and not continue to sin. Also seek forgiveness through Jesus Christ

[@sakslmnop]

Removing the tatt doesnt remover the sin😂

[@IlyasNashid]

@Insomniac___cost like thousands of dollars im sure its okay

[@AreLL]

@Insomniac___can you pay for mine then ? All of them. Thanks

[@Uncle_BW]

I have Tattoos and even got a Grim reaper on my leg when I was like 19. I had a bad phase of addiction at that age. I always believed in God and knew in my heart Jesus was born and died on the cross and was raised from the dead. I also always prayed if not every night most. I've made so many mistakes but I just ask for forgiveness and know that without the sacrifice Jesus made tattoos or not we wouldn't be saved. So here is a prayer I've said since about 8 years old, I learned in Vacation Bible school. Dear God I know that Jesus is your Son and that he died on the cross and was raised from the dead. I know I have sinned but I am willing to turn from my sin and receive Jesus as my Lord and Savior. In Jesus name I pray Amen. 🙏

[@kimberlyedington3626]

VERY POWERFUL My Fellow Christian ❤ I have been through similar life, You Know that you Love and accept Jesus Christ as your Lord & Savior but Most of all God KNOWS Your heart & your GENIUNE Intentions. You are a GREAT Christian man ❤ God Bless You and everything you love♥️✝️

[@spacecowboy1438]

Amen.

[@BruceWayne-cb2ys]

Solid. Jesus knows the heart, only He can heal, only He can forgive.

[@Lab4ny34]

Ok cool. Remove that grim tat tho. Stop playin'

[@danialtaffer2453]

Amen!

[@tatianavf]

Wow love it how he puts it into context. I dont think tattoos are bad, I think it depends on your intentions & how you use it. However, go with your convictions & be led by the Holy Spirit God bless !

[@kool4209]

Ephesians 6:5-9 New International Version 5 Slaves, obey your earthly masters with respect and fear, and with sincerity of heart, just as you would obey Christ. 6 Obey them not only to win their favor when their eye is on you, but as slaves of Christ, doing the will of God from your heart. 7 Serve wholeheartedly, as if you were serving the Lord, not people, 8 because you know that the Lord will reward each one for whatever good they do, whether they are slave or free. 9 And masters, treat your slaves in the same way. Do not threaten them, since you know that he who is both their Master and yours is in heaven, and there is no favoritism with him.

[@Only1heze]

God knows my heart , so I can continue to have sex with my girlfriend because my intention is to marry her one day and take care of her

[@user-kh4mx5pr8d]

🤦‍♂️

[@jsreign]

It doesn’t depend on anything. Even when you tattoo something Godly on urself. It’s still a scar that marks you. If it says in the Bible that tattoos are bad, tattoos. are. bad.

[@Only1heze]

@@jsreign amen !

[@ParrisCrockett]

I love Cliffes content man ! Always is truthful when he says he doesn’t know.

[@monkiesmama03]

He's a false prophet speaking false doctrine. Look up churchlife7. He's solid.

[@ethanmerritt3328]

For anyone wondering about the question the guy asked about the specific verse, he’s referring to the part where it says “do not make any cuttings in your flesh for the dead”. This is also interesting because when it is compared with the same story that Cliffe used about Elijah and the other people on the mountain, he describes that they call out to their god by cutting themselves. Notice, in the verse I mentioned, it says “do not make any cuttings in your flesh FOR THE DEAD”. This could be interpreted as God saying the other people were worshipping dead gods. The only true, living God, is Jesus Christ.

[@blessingdanduri5158]

I love this explanation 👌 thank you

[@Sloma2]

Dead as dead objects as rock or sun for example, or dead meaning dead people, both ways its just first commandment

[@morningstar9317]

The plagues he gave Egypt was a mockery of their gods.

[@mysticrosehealings]

yes I agree. I don’t think this means people who’ve passed on because later Jesus explains the “dead” are really the Living and dead are those who don’t believe. So I think again the meaning of dead here is the dead in Spirit.. aka false gods. I think it’s ok if people get tattoo to remember or honor a deceased love one. I think this verse is saying not to get tattoos to worship false gods or offer blood to them.

[@picknickmondlicht7555]

@@mysticrosehealingsIch glaube es ging dabei um eine magische Zeremonie in Zusammenhang mit Verstorbenen

[@itswysdumb]

When you read the Bible you gotta understand history too… alot of people look at it at a linear point of view…

[@Broken-Flesh]

Very well said.

[@dannyfaganjr5082]

U got to be be careful with history because notice it lines up with Jehovah’s Witness Mormons, Seventh-day Adventist, Roman Catholics etc. notice they all use history and prophecy. Some how it seems to me that history lines up with every denomination. I think there is something wrong with that. Precept upon precept in line upon line here a little there, a little . If it’s not in The Word of YAH I’m very skeptical with it.

[@keithbonnell4660]

That's absolutely correct.

[@brightmbachu4330]

:10

[@BigSpif]

Thank you

[@coryhuff8083]

I heard of a woman “name can’t remember” did a study about wearing different materials and yes different materials had different effects on the body good and bad but wearing one material solely seemed more beneficial to the well being of the body. Well being being good for your skin, stress, and other aspects.

[@JeffreySmith-hx9hb]

You are right. Wearing a shirt with 2 types of material . I can still feel the difference. It's very uncomfortable. Wear all cotton, or silk but make it one.

[@Smallsappypony]

I see both arguements , BUT my tattoos have made it so much easier to share the Gospel with people on the street. So God uses my tattoos to show himself to people . He can use anything !

[@bagelboy310]

I believe when Paul tells us that our bodies are not our own, that we've been bought with a price, and that our body is a temple for the lord- that is what I bring up for the argument AGAINST tattoos on our body

[@layolaloved]

For interest's sake: what's your stance on piercings, painting of nails, growing/cutting/colouring of hair? Make up?

[@bagelboy310]

Generally, as long as it's not a permanent change I would consider it permissible

[@noneedtoknowmyname2855]

@@layolaloved They're all demonic and they invite demons into your life. Avoid conforming to this world and its habits.

[@layolaloved]

@@bagelboy310 May I ask why that is? Does it mean that (for instance) when I have my makeup on then my body is mine, till I remove the makeup? And if I wear it everyday and only remove it when I sleep? Just trying to understand how it's different. I mean they're all types of appearance alterations

[@bagelboy310]

@@layolaloved I will concede the Bible is not exactly clear cut on this issue, and that's why I have the stance I do. I believe we both would agree we are bought with the precious blood of christ, making us 100% his property. However christ does give us freedom and liberties to live our life. A good compromise to these two truths are to make no permanent change to your body; this would include tattoos, permanent body modifications etc. Not removable makeup etc. However I think you could argue your outer appearance should honor God, but that's a different arguement. Does that make sense?

[@Kingezzi]

Context is absolutely key because it explains the intent behind the actions

[@KeruToL]

Like when Abraham almost murders his own son. Context is always important!

[@masterPyo]

@@KeruToL jesus was the son who was sacrificed the son of god , he did only ask someone to do what he had already set in motion to do himself

[@dennismoose2152]

The second commandment says no tattoos, unless they don’t represent something that exists on land, in heaven above, or the oceans and below… and you can’t tatoo to remember the deceased. Basically if it exists you cannot tatoo it

[@mikehawk4714]

​@@masterPyoJesus wasn't sacrificed. He gave up a weekend to become god. Fortunately, god claims are not evidence based.

[@sheldonmumma5287]

Always a great topic… my children have thought about getting verses and such. I’ve never condemned such a thing BUT I have examples of what not to get tattooed on yourself. My comment with things like this is “what will you lose by not doing it”. Will you think about it when you are old and say “man, I regret not getting that”? Will you miss heaven by NOT doing it. Sure, I have some conversation pieces but I wish they were gone. If they were Godly tattoos then I may not regret getting them but still I wouldn’t miss them either. We must be living testimonies for Christ.

[@jackburton3212]

I got my answer about not wearing mixed thread clothes. After asking God this specific question one time, a couple of days later I had to go to the dermatologist because of a rash under my arm. Doctor said it was a yeast infection. I was surprised to her it was that. Common thing apparently. He recommended a cream and to avoid mixed thread clothes. To only wear cotton if possible. I was like, "ok God, got it." Lol Imagine having a yeast infection back in those days and not knowing your clothes were making it worse.

[@mysticjen379]

Amazing! ❤

[@migzy4704]

So it would be God looking out for us like he always does. To people back in the day it would seem God is punishing them for disobeying his law. Since they don’t know modern science, but now we know it’s just God looking out for us.❤ Man do I love the lord.

[@godschild5587]

Bad chemical antiperspirant destroyed my underarm, my underarm is itchy for years, only left underarm. What kind of cream is that? I want to use it too.

[@jackburton3212]

@@godschild5587 can't remember. It was a few years ago and it was prescribed. You may wanna seek medical help. I hate rashes, I couldn't imagine having one for that long.

[@SevenOh7o]

Sure the Bible says that, but I don't think I'm going to hell if I use mix-threaded clothes.

[@mrslerious1297]

As someone who used to self harm and has scars from that time, I believe that we should cherish the skin we are in. God gave us these bodies, we shouldn't, intentionally mark/harm them.

[@deeds3337]

Amen

[@tonyluengas8160]

What do you think about piercings?

[@thepineappleking88]

Tattoos are art, you decorate your home with art, it doesn't destroy your home, same when it comes to your body if you choose. God gave us bodies yes, but to take care of them, doesn't mean you can't decorate them how you wish.

[@Daughterdaughters]

@@thepineappleking88I don’t agree this analogy isn’t the same.

[@TLA-ml2lg]

​@@thepineappleking88 Yeah but the Bible also tells us to avoid vanity of not dressing up in jewelry and such. Anyone is hypocrite if they flaunt wealth because that is not a heart for Christ but is the vanity of self worship to be seen of men and we are to be humble. I've even learned a lesson of my own from this as I used to wear shirts with flashy logos but felt convicted over that and I stopped. These silly things mean nothing at all to give up when you truly follow Christ as everything comes into true perspective.

[@sylvieturcot1246]

No tattoo ,its no tattoo……final word from God.❤❤❤

[@bxkid16]

So you think everyone with tattoos are going to hell??

[@JayNayMay]

Your body stays here. I'm not in my final form

[@JayNayMay]

​@bxkid16 no. This person doesn't understand

[@JeffreySmith-hx9hb]

I know there are consequences for our actions. You may have gotten the tattoos before you got saved. But you still have consequences you have to pay for. It's no different if you go and cheat on your wife and you got saved afterwards you still have to pay the price. Yashua pay the price on the cross and did nothing wrong. He committed no sin. Just because you got saved doesn't mean you will not pay for your actions. We were born sinners and we will suffer all of our lives. You can not think well I got tattoos but I gave my life to Yashua that everything is ok. He will still judge you. Your consequences may be severe or it may be light. But still gotta pay the price.

[@JayNayMay]

@@JeffreySmith-hx9hb I know and understand. Thank you 😊

[@HustlersParadigm]

Very good answer 👏🏽 ❤❤

[@johnsonjosjj]

I wanted to get a tattoo to cover up a scar. Was just thinking it and then I heard the still voice telling me not to conform to the standards of this world.

[@bigzachful]

Amen brother. You listen to God. Your a real man 🙏💪🏼

[@T.YouTube.]

I've gotten a tattoo and I'm adding to it to make it into a sleeve, but I'm doing so in a manner that honors God, at the end of the day it's a matter of the heart, WHY do you want a tattoo? If it's to look cool don't get it, but if it's to start a conversation about our Father then I see no harm in it. I'm glad you listened to God though, everyone is convicted differently and you shouldn't base your decisions off of anything but your personal relationship with the Father. Don't use my comment as an excuse for a tattoo however, pray about it if you still want one. God bless

[@slayqueen696]

Amen..hallellujah

[@Shockguey]

How is that conformation? There's no cultural edifice to cover up scarring.

[@Duciousness]

​@@T.KZbin.That's the entire point that he was trying to make. You're trying to justify getting a tattoo by making it out as if you're getting one for God when he just told you that's not how you get God's attention. You think he's gonna have an awesome discussion about how cool your tattoo is? Of course not. The point is: Get a tattoo if you want but don't pretend that you're doing it for God.

[@Betterasaberean]

His word is true and never changes. He doesn’t give different commands to different generations. We are still called to be set apart from the nations. Biblical people should not be looking like the nations or altering their temple. Tattoos are 100% a worldy thing or often derive from other cultures that worship other gods. He gives good instructions. He knows best. Him and His word never change. I cannot for the life of me figure out why believes want to alter or throw away His instruction so easily. Father open their eyes 🙏🏻

[@brianj5495]

Thank you! You speak the truth, friend.

[@FlamingRouzet]

They can also cause cancer, so yes, many reasons not to get one

[@brianj5495]

The whole attitude surrounding tattoos and tattooing screams antichrist. Someone may attempt to "spiritualize" this abomination all they want, but after the deed, they are left with something that is empty and vain. Colossians 2:8 (ESV): 8 "See to it that no one takes you captive by philosophy and empty deceit, according to human tradition, according to the elemental spirits of the world, and not according to Christ."

[@redsix0018]

Thank God there are still people thinking the right way! God said that we should apart ourselves from worldy things. Getting tattoos, going to parties, drinking alcohol, smoking, being promiscuous, having sex outside of marriage, etc are all wordly things! You don't have to mark yourself in order to please God, cause he NEVER commanded that ANYWHERE in the bible, but he did command us to pray, forgive, and love.

[@NDCCMTX]

Amen! Another brother out there that has their eyes open, sober-minded, and looking up because they're redemption comes from _the_ living Word!! Tattoos glorify the flesh, not the Father!

[@What_is_the_truth]

Good job Mr. Sage twisted the context of scripture very well!

[@Tmoney_85]

Cliffe da man as usual❤

[@mikehawk4714]

Kliffy the idiot as usual .

[@DubGEnt]

This guy got better over the years. He seemed legalistic years ago but now more loving. Or maybe just maybe i was offended by truth and more closer to truth now in this season of my life 🤷‍♂️

[@preciousjones2781]

Amen.

[@cheefo123]

Spoken like a solid individual. It takes a lot to admit being offended by the truth.

[@DubGEnt]

@@cheefo123 💯 No matter how we try to justify our wrongs. Truth remains.

[@DubGEnt]

@@badger519 grow through what we go through. Your mother was prob right but ultimately our Father was right

[@JESUS-IS-GOD316]

I love the honesty here❤😂😂😂❤❤❤❤

[@huannabis2666]

Man thanks for sharing it’s so important to read in context

[@unkindguy88]

Self mutilation is a sin so therefore objectively tattoos are a sin.

[@cynthiahoward4655]

It makes sense. Thanks for that explanation.

[@Andrea-hf8hl]

He contrsdicts Scripture. He tells us that God was callijg the Hebree people to be different than the cultures around them. Does He not do that with us? He has set us apart, made us holy...thats the same thing He did with Israel. It was not only for then. It is for us now if we are true believers. God's character has not changed. He is Holy and will always be.

[@clouuddeetv]

Thank you so much brother, this was very helpful !!

[@nikkoda1allthetime216]

It's so very important to read the word for yourself the young man at the end gave the correct explanation of what Leviticus was saying God told His ppl not to make any markings on their body in memory of the dead bc that was a pagan custom that came from Egypt. Now remember at this time God was giving His law to His ppl after He delivered them from the hands of the Egyptians. And if we're reading that in the manner of ignorance as it's often read it also says in that same verse we aren't to cut the sides of our heads or shave our beards. Again God was calling His ppl out of pagan practices they inherited from living amongst the Egyptians.

[@asodalis695]

That line has two parts, the first half is about cutting the body for the dead, the second half can he interpreted as a separate guideline since it separates the first half with "or" and specificly talks about making marks on te body. Many people make a tattoo with the face of a lost relative ..I'd assume regardless of the interpretation that kind of tattoo is not ok. Not making marks to the body would make sense in the Judeo-Christian religions since there suppose to be a creator God and humans are modifying the body he created for selfish reason. Lets not pretend that most people doesnt get a tattoo because of vanity or pride.

[@MoneyOnTheTrackTv]

I’m glad I never put tattoos on me. I wanted some when I was lost. But when I found Christ 100%! I never wanted tattoos ever again

[@TheChristianFiveAndDime]

Context is king!

[@Hunterlp2022]

Exactly. I have tattoos and getting more. My sister is tatted like crazy and she’s the most wonderful human being I know. Loves God deeply, she has tattoos for herself.

[@nabukwe]

The key is/was the motive of the tattoo. Then, motive was similar to the parade of pain (Thaipusam and Kaavadi) you see in certain parts of India. The idea was a form of self flagellation to invoke the gods. "Hey God, look at me how I'm cutting and wounding myself to get your attention." Today, the motive is artistic self expression. So very different. Remember, read....in....context.

[@eriklarson4082]

The motive for every tattoo is for the attention of others in some form or another. No one gets a tattoo and hides it and hopes no one ever sees it. Tattoos can also give legality for demonic spirits to enter you, especially occult themed tatts. Many get them out of ignorance (pyramids, one eye, serpents, tribal, chessboard etc.) and don't realize the double meanings.

[@thelegendgamer33]

What people forget is that original context is what matters to God. It's all that matters to him. He is the same yesterday, today and forever. He rejected any silver or ornaments from opposing tribes against Israel as spoils after war because he cared about the original context - ie they were used ceremoniously or weree used in evil practices in some capacity or were just plain old owned by evil people. Tattoos are a form of bloodletting and God does not like them. Your intent on them does no matter because they are spiritually very harmful. God was so particular in the bible that he wouldn't permit his followers to wear two kinds of the same clothing. Somehow I think making cuts in yourself for fun or because they look cool, is not something that excites him. If you don't believe me watch a video of tattooing up close/ zoomed in and you can see how it brutalises the body. Tattooing is a sin and extremely harmful to the soul which is nested sacredly in the vessel of the body God made for you without tattoo holes in it. Do some research before you argue otherwise.

[@debbypetersen8421]

Exactly!

[@FlamingRouzet]

Tattoos…. Cause…. Cancer

[@robinjohnson9611]

​@@FlamingRouzetso does the air we breathe, the food we eat, the water we drink.

[@theparadigmshift74]

I have alot of new age tattoos when i was heavily into it, i was born again last sept. I wish i was clean and had never gotten a tattoo now, they just make me feel dirty, the only upside is they help me to witness ,and be relatable to different kinds of people.

[@traviscooper2205]

God sees your heart first.

[@eriklarson4082]

@@traviscooper2205 Yes but his point is that he was convicted by the Holy Spirit that tattoos especially new age/occult are not something he or any Christian should get after salvation. There is more leniency when you commit a sin and don't realize it's a sin. When you know it's a sin and still do it, that's a different story.

[@tinikiacheeseboro]

You have been made new the old things are passed away. First, you don't ever have to get another tattoo now that your born again if that is what God wants from you. You can move forward. Second, you have an outward showing of what Christ saved you from, don't let the enemy shame you where Christ has reclaimed you. This is good not bad. We all have scars of redemption just like the nail pierced hands that saved us. It's just that some are visible and some aren't. But they are both equally the beautiful masterpieces of Salvation. And Finally, do not fret over this earthly body too much because its temporary. ❤🙏🏽

[@kgosiking4228]

In heaven you'll be made new and perfect, and God said no bad memories will ever enter your mind again

[@asodalis695]

On the upside Christians believe that Jesus paid the debt for all sin. So if you regret something you think is a sin and you repent you should be fine. Even better is that apparently because of your "background" you can become God's instrument who might influence others to not make the same mistake.

[@May.3vie]

I think I found the verse the man was trying to say about marking your body with death, it’s Leviticus 19:28 “ ‘Do not cut your bodies for the dead or put tattoo marks on yourselves. I am the Lord.“ He didn’t know about it but he still answered his question, that’s the Holy Spirit right there y’all 👏👏👏

[@A00784]

I wanted a tattoo for awhile but never got to do it because of this and I’m so thankful I didn’t get them ❤

[@jaymisal377]

As the worst sinner in the whole world I say that, when we repent we take a 180° turn.

[@youngdrago8671]

This video is a Godsend. My father and I were just talking about the significance of tattoos this morning. Whether it was alright to get them (as a Christian) or if God sees it as a sin. This is so crazy.

[@a.syching678]

Yes it is, try to read the scriptures yourself and see if it convicts you and not rely on shorts like these.

[@user-zr6pl6nb6z]

There's nothing godly about tattoos.

[@VoVina111]

My pastor who casts out demons warned us that many tattoo artists are witches who take the blood to use it for a ritual against you. Sounds crazy but apparently it happens a lot. Be careful

[@Nate-bn5kk]

Its really easy to know if something is a sin or not, just step back and ask yourself: "will this honor God, will it bring him glory?" Does permanently marking his creation, his temple (your body) with your own creation bring honor to the father? Does placing your own creation on top of his creation bring him joy? If you just finished with a painting that took you all week to finish and all of a sudden the painting started drawing weird stuff all over itself, would you be happy? Also everything is in the bible too, that black man was so close, Leviticus 19:28 was what he was recalling.

[@Nate-bn5kk]

​@@a.syching678The preacher only stated the first half of the scripture and left out the part where it specifically state's not to get tattoos, the black man tried to finish the verse for him but he still went on to say tattoos are fine. Im disappointed in this mans delivery.

[@lanefunai4714]

Tattoos were a form of magic.

[@rundown3984]

Leviticus has every single commandment that determines what life choices you should make. I recommend everyone to read it. Exodus too, although that book is built more on the criminal justice side of things.

[@AGoodSamaritan1]

There is always perfectly good explanation for difficult things in the Bible. The answer is never "God is a monster", "God is a killer", or "contradiction".

[@jasonnoble7302]

Really? Is God good ?

[@nabukwe]

Tattoos have little to with any of those 3. And remember #4, which is "make sure to read in context and as if you were living in that time."

[@alexgregory7851]

​@@jasonnoble7302must be to establish free agency amongst humans. God gives us free will. We can either live our own or live His. Seems to be a very understanding person who is willing to allow us to make our own decisions. It's not that hard to understand. He's like a really cool dad who knows a good path for you yet you decide to go out into the real world and experience what Life has to offer and not the wisdom of your father.

[@bacontheclown2502]

@@jasonnoble7302 yea

[@nicklopez8004]

God gives everyone free will, only a hateful God would choose to have people brainwashed by him and that is what the devil is doing by pretending to be God and pretending to say wrong is right when it’s actually wrong; so Jason let me tell you this who is good in the situation a god that wants to protect the children or God that wants to sacrifice the children?, if you answer protect the children then you’re looking towards God Almighty because only the devil wants people to be stumbled at the sacrifice the children and to the brainwash the children

[@bacontheclown2502]

Jesus Christ is King 👑

[@jasonnoble7302]

Prove it

[@bacontheclown2502]

@@jasonnoble7302 Don’t take it from me, go the source documents, the gospels(Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John) and read about Jesus Christ about your self!! These are all eyewitnesses and they tell you and talk about his life in different perspective or point of view!!! But they all tell same thing of what Jesus Christ did on the cross and resurrected!!!! Amen 🙏

[@XtremeSuperJason]

Christ is King

[@Socialist88]

@@jasonnoble7302 they can never prove it...they're even willing to say God lies

[@bacontheclown2502]

@@Socialist88 ??? Humble yourself before God and have faith! That’s what he wants!!! You can’t expect God to come to you with your ignorance and impatiences. You have to come to him willing to follow him and give up everything!!! Looking for evidence and trying to prove or debate about it is just a waste of time and won’t get you nowhere!!! Look at the testimonies about jesus and how it changed their lives!!! Look at the Bible! It changed people’s lives!!! Because they humbled their selfs and had faith!!!! God wants you to learn from your mistakes!!!! Jesus Christ is coming back!!! To judge the living and the dead!!!! He is coming like a thief in the night!!! To take his people up to heaven. Don’t be left behind and face God’s wrath!!! Jesus can saved you!!!! Jesus Christ save you soul is if come to him!!! Jesus Christ loves you ❤️ Repent and believe in Jesus Christ to be saved!!! Jesus is the Messiah!!!! In Jesus’ name! Amen 🙏❤️🕊️👑✝️

[@JessiiFC]

Your Awesome 😎👍🏻 May GOD KEEP ON BLESSING YOU AND PREACHING AND TEACHING TO WORD OF OUR LORD JESUS CHRIST 🙏🏻🙌🙏🙌🏻👑✝️👑💯‼️

[@striderfox71]

I would be interested in spending an hour outside sitting on a blanket and pillow asking and listening to this guy for a day.

[@sabillonallan]

My pops was a pastor and he told me "son, dont you know that your body is the temple of the holy spirit?" Why would you mark yourself with tattoos?" I told him joking... the walls were bare so i just put some art on them. He laughed and that was that... God bless and only God can truly judge us.

[@travislembeck]

Exactly. Because it’s not a salvation issue and it’s not our place to judge. Scripture tells us this. This is the first based and scripturally accurate comment I’ve seen.

[@theuns33n99]

Your pops was also wrong. The word tattoo never appeared in the bible until not to long ago. What it did say was do not mark yourself for the dead. In those time practitioners of other ungodly faiths would cut themselves in rituals.

[@bretallica13]

Haha my pops was not a pastor but also used to say that... I always asked him... wasn't the Jewish temple the most ornately decorated building in all of Israel???

[@lovesandservesjesuschrist6752]

@@travislembeck Yes that may be true, but there is something else. When one does a thorough historical research into the customs and rituals of cultures across the world and across various era, more or less every single culture which did not know YHWH as God, but served demons or were influenced by them, in those cultures you see the exact pattern: the normalization of tattoos, piercings, and various other strange/disgusting body modifications used for various purposes, usually religious, magical and cultural. When you see all that, you ask yourself: Do I want to emulate demonically influenced cultures who were full of wickedness and sin as well as worldly material riches.... which they idolized, or do I want to treasure the body my God gave me, just as He gave it, because I want to be holy in flesh and spirit? (Holy is being set apart from all profane, corrupt, evil, unnatural things, i.e. everything that God did not ordain but either came from fallen man or from demonic influence.)

[@Maxspeed7Dab]

​@theuns33n99 he never said his dad said the bible said no tattoos. His dad said the bible said that your body is the temple of the holy spirit and asked why he was getting a tattoo. Never said it was in the bible lol

[@preach_the_whole_gospel]

I was praying about that and God told me to read the law and that its a song he hasn't heard in a while. I believe that as God's people, we should be set apart in more ways than one. People should be able to look at you and know you're different: in the way you act, dress, carry yourself, and sometimes even the way we look. I have self harm scars on me but if someone asks about them, thats just an opportunity to tell someone what God delivered me from. Same if you have tattoos, especially for the dead, you should follow your personal convinction on whether or not and/or when to get those removed. Just simply put, let God work in your heart, and when you feel a conviction, pray about it, fast if you need to, and then move in the direction God wants you to go. Seek God with your whole heart and you WILL find Him♡Jeremiah 29:13

[@doritosmix73]

Read Luke chapter 11 and understand what Jesus looks for us to be set apart. Then read Romans 2. Jesus has the final say and you having tattoos and what you wear has very little to do with it.

[@masonmcgahey7]

If you want to follow the law the follow the entirety of it.

[@preach_the_whole_gospel]

@@masonmcgahey7 what do you mean by that? I want to follow the law because I love Jesus. God has done so much for me and I'm not going to ignore what the Holy Spirit tells me to do.

[@preach_the_whole_gospel]

@@doritosmix73 You're right! Jesus does have the final say! He calls us to be set apart. Last I checked that meant to be different from the rest. That might look different for everyone due to their personal convictions and where they're at in their walk with God. He wants us to come to Him and let Him make us new in His timing.💖

[@masonmcgahey7]

@@preach_the_whole_gospel Sorry my brother I will have to respond after some prayer.

[@neomathabatha]

Getting a tattoo is communicating that I do not think I was created perfectly, I am not happy that you made me in your image. We do not have to be told everything. That's why we pray and ask for guidance.

[@joshhoggle]

Being a christian with tattoos it has opened so many doors that otherwise would be closed

[@aaronclingman7738]

Loved that explanation! Thank you!!

[@AnnMary-rn2jn]

❤❤❤😊

[@noahmoore4404]

I think these are things he told us to better ourselves. If you read NDE'S they express their tattoos being removed before God. Also there is study that says something to the effect of mixing materials in clothing drains you of more energy. I think there is a point to these things that go beyond our understanding and he's telling us for our betterment.

[@smythe7480]

I remember a few years ago I seen a video about clothing materials and depending on the type of material it gave more or less energy to the person It was very interesting

[@noahmoore4404]

@@smythe7480 yes your right it could increase energy as well. It was quite the interesting study and the material that drained was material that we conveniently use all the time today for most everything. I also found that interesting.

[@doritosmix73]

Are you guys Christian?

[@noahmoore4404]

@@doritosmix73 I am I can't speak for someone else...but I think he is too.

[@doritosmix73]

@@noahmoore4404 idk brother. That study about clothing materials sounds a bit New Age to me.

[@erinbethosterhoudt7042]

The reason for the cloth is because of the healing vibrations in cloth. It is one of the coolest things I've learned about lately. Makes complete sense if you look into it. God is just truly amazing and left nothing missing

[@casre161]

I love how they just listen to him...

[@deademcee]

That ending got to me. Thank you.

[@RadicalPianoMan]

Thank You brother Cliffe. I have been contemplating simply getting my ears pierced. This explains it very simply and makes perfect sense. ❤

[@vanheath5382]

I grew up in a Christian home and my parents taught me 3 things concerning the issue of tattoos: 1) God told the Israelites not to tattoo their bodies, so that they would be set apart from the nations around them. 2) Jesus is our example of perfection, and what God desires us to be like, and Jesus didn’t have tattoos. 3) Jesus fulfilled the Law and the Prophets. Therefore I am no longer subject to the Law, but am under Grace and have the liberty to get a tattoo if I choose. It won’t separate me from God. I chose not to get a tattoo because I didn’t want to go through the pain of it, they are expensive, and what if I didn’t like it later in life.

[@J_Somin95]

Same here,I love tattoos,but after learning that having a tattoo is not just merely to decorate your skin I came to the conclusion of not getting one,what if I got tattooed my boyfriend's name and then after break up I regret having his name on my arm? I don't want to experience that.

[@jessicajeanfrancois9429]

Even in the bc times we've always had the choice to go against God's heart and do what we want, like Solomon with all his wives and the consequences he had to pay. It's about your selfish desires, God's desire for your heart and what price you're willing to pay for that fleeting moment of fitting in with a tatted world.

[@wasupwasup8920]

Thank you Jesus.

[@GD-tn3ez]

Tattoos are like many things - seeking change because they don’t have peace with who they are. I don’t need anything on my exterior: tattoos, purple hair, jewelry hanging off of my nose and lips etc. because I have peace within.

[@PANIC87]

The frequency of wool and linen is both 5,000 but the waves go the opposite direction, so they cancel themselves out if you wear at once. Over 1000 is tissue healing. Human tissue death is 15 and so are synthetic plastic fabrics. Jeans and cotton tees are 100 and so is a human body so it’s great!

[@kyrilossharoubim2169]

Amen 🙏🏽

[@3ghostman332]

I regret all my tattoos. Man was I blind in my 20’s

[@memedealer171]

Same here, but it can be forgiven

[@lolstrongmen]

⁠@@memedealer171Tattoos aren’t a sin though

[@memedealer171]

Explain, I know getting them hurts, wouldn't that be harming the body, or the temple, I think it's called the "temple"

[@Hoggar3]

How come? Curious since I been thinking about getting one

[@life4trinity]

​@CielLow Babies cannot receive tattoos because they're permanent. Would you want a baby or another person determine what's on their body forever?

[@tracyjacquet1902]

Tattoos are an aesthetic. Leviticus is the book of Law, geared towards the Hebrew people. Are Gentiles bound to that law? Some people argue that they aren’t because they aren’t Jews in blood. Others argue they are as Jesus United us as one people. I believe that your heart truly determines how you go about this. I had a heavy desire to get tatted up one time. When I got into the Word and really started to connect with God, the desire genuinely faded away. It gave me the realization that maybe God doesn’t want me to do this, and that’s okay! I have one tattoo already. Does that mean I’m going to Hell? No. My heart for God determines my destination after death.

[@GoLakers3900]

Is marking your body sin or not? Once you've correctly answer then any confusion or excuses or conditions goes away.

[@wiardikijne5158]

James says the following about the gentiles: ‭ Acts‬ ‭15:19‭-‬20‬ ‭ASV‬ [19] Wherefore my judgment is, that we trouble not them that from among the Gentiles turn to God; [20] but that we write unto them, that they abstain from the pollutions of idols, and from fornication, and from what is strangled, and from blood.

[@doritosmix73]

@@GoLakers3900 it's not a sin.

[@doritosmix73]

@@wiardikijne5158 what is the context of this verse?

[@doritosmix73]

You are correct. Luke chapter 11 and Romans 2 tell us that the matters of the heart are what Jesus is going to judge us on. Not if we can make ourselves "appear" Holy.

[@Die4youtoo]

Your body is the temple of the Lord, no graffiti, no vandalism… honor God with your body, mind and soul 🙏

[@dragosbotea3416]

Amen!

[@abrahamfranco536]

Thank you Cliffe! You came to University of Texas at Austin campus back in 2012 when I was there. You did outstanding. Glad you’re still going! 🎉❤

[@robmc120]

Context is so very key, mostly ignored by agnostics, but important to intelligent conversation to objective truth of God's word.

[@JohnCashin]

Of course context is key when reading the Bible or anything Rob, that's understood, especially with old books like the Bible that were written thousands of years before our time in another part of the world from most of us, so language and settings will have been different and we need to allow for that but that can be just as much said about other ancient writings that claim to be of a divine source too. Muslims, for an obvious, well known example, will tell you that when you read the Quran you need to read it in context in order to properly understand why certain, seemingly horrific things were supposedly done by the Allah they believe in. Now, if you try to point out to them what is wrong with the Quran and what's wrong with the Allah they believe in based on what it says in there, that's what they will say in response to you, namely 'hey, you need to read the Quran in context brother'. It's a fair point about making sure we understand the context, sure but the problem is that none of that tells us whether these writings really are from a supreme being or not 🤔

[@MLGB0Yz]

Yeah, the context in this case is tattoos are sin, so if you get them, you are sinning, yett if you repent, it doesn’t mean that you have to get rid of your tattoo, but you must get no more.

[@Mothobius]

@@MLGB0Yz what if it's a good one

[@MLGB0Yz]

@@Mothobius there are no good tattoos lol. Let’s evaluate possible “good” ones. One for a dead person, whether it’s in memory or just because, that’s marking for the dead. The others could be crosses and scriptures which is in vain, those people are adorning themselves outwardly, as if they wore jewelry for the same purpose. My flesh says tats are okay, I listen to God though, despite my hunger to get them.

[@Mothobius]

@@MLGB0Yz is a head stone also a marking for the dead, or a picture of your dead father?

[@mohammedsuleman580]

I put on a tatoo 23 years ago that says OUTLAW, i got saved just over a year ago, and i regret putting that on, personally i feel that the LORD would not want us marking our bodies.

[@hawkknight4223]

Both gentlemen were correct. It does say you should not do tattoos and/or cuttings. And it also says that you should not mark yourself for the dead. But all, but a few sins are forgivable. As long as you seek, repentance. “Changing of one’s way, Remember the battle and never do it again” and do your best. You will fail! Regularly. But you have to keep trying, to the best of your ability. Because that is what counts! Reverence, belief, repentance, unwavering stance until you’re proven otherwise. And, the heart of researching. Prove all things. Test all things.

[@scubasteve7850]

I have 3 tattoos. *Smiley face on left hand, my good friend was being deployed to Iraq the next day so I let him because we I didn't know if I'd ever see him again. *A very detailed wooden cross with roses and the word MAMA carved into the wood, my mother passed on valentines day 2010 and she always prayed for me and my sister to turn to Jesus. *A shark on my right calf, my best friend was getting his first tattoo and didn't wanna go at it alone so I hopped on the table next to him. I do pray that the Lord takes none of these as an offense to him or as a way to invoke evil spirits, that was never the intention behind any of them. I strayed from him for too long and have been getting called loudly recently, ive been praying again and my prayers have been getting answered. Praise be to Jesus Christ my Lord and Savior! If this sinner is being shown his everlasting love and mercy, he will show you if you turn to him and be sincere and humble towards him.

[@ayanaacosta6743]

I have 6 tattoos, my pastor says the tattoos won’t come with use to the pearly gates of heaven. But I do want to cover some of my tattoos since it resonates the old me.

[@TK-un1pu]

I am a vet as well, I got have two butterfly, and a Phoenix. I have several piercings. I am a Child of God and I am very grateful that God knows my heart. 🙏🏾 Jesus was crucified for our sins.

[@cashwalk7253]

I don’t see God being offended in any way. ❤ Those Are precious tattoos with good motives behind them-especially that cross and roses one.

[@candyackley1255]

Patterns of Evidence Exodus put out an article where they found a 1300 year old body of a man with a Christian tattoo on his foot. Greek Letters and symbols showing he was a believer. I don’t think the passage in Leviticus is about not getting tattoos, but not cutting to worship false idols. If we’re not to cut and shed blood, we couldn’t get life saving surgeries, or bad teeth removed, etc. As Christians we are not under the law of Moses. Only the moral laws the Ten Commandments as a guide. I think many are using the passage in Leviticus to start arguments which Paul also said not to do. Let’s focus on salvation and Jesus coming for His bride. Maranatha! ✝️🙏🏻❤️

[@johnniemaedickinson467]

I asked Holy Spirit first...and He gave me permission to have Jesus' Name written in beautiful cursive on the inside of my right arm very near my wrist...on the inside just for me...I love Him for it, cause there are a lot of things I cannot do that you guys may be able to...each one of us has a different call on our lives, assignment, purpose...I think its wonderful how we all are members of the body of Christ, but do different things just like a regular body! I love you guys so much, brothers and sisters i have not met, but related just the same in Jesus. Shalom Shalom...Anen.❤

[@savedbygracehealedbylove]

Real. Much love!!

[@emilygigone9285]

What a beautiful spirit you have, you take after your Father.💜

[@Cody_Ramer]

So anyone who is thinking about getting a tattoo look up a video on what tattoo ink does to your lymphatic system and immune system. Learning what it does made me turn a complete 180, i went from almost figured out what i want, time to call to setup an appointment, to I don't think im ever going to get one..

[@noodlenado7827]

He’s so right, context makes all the difference! My best advice in GENERAL is to read your Bible, guys! You learn and come to better understand SO many of the things you’ve learned or heard pieces of, as I’ve recently realized. Adding historical context on top, or notes from theologians helps too :)) Happy reading, I promise you won’t regret it! (Ask the holy Spirit to guide you, and I suggest starting with the things you have questions about rn)

[@BSlimeSlots]

Perfect timing, thank you lord

[@lakilocatlin3372]

First viewer 😊 I love this channel

[@ryancarver9901]

Thank you . That mad emergency feel better as I have covered myself in them

[@ghasterblade636]

I hope to god that I can someday talk to people like how cliffe does

[@getlitlightingpyrotechnics7181]

What a great teacher. He alsways listens abd really explains things in a calm manner. I beleive this was the same temperment of Jesus.

[@NewCreationInChrist896]

Be set apart. Romans 12:2

[@hawkeye7527]

That isn't enough of an argument. I can use that verse to argue that we all need to wear pans on our head to be set apart. Or that we should only wear rompers, to be set apart. It isn't a solid argument. We are set apart because we love Jesus, because of the fruits of the holy spirit. Not because of our lack of tattoos.

[@bluegrassoutdoors]

@@hawkeye7527no, you need to live holy to be set apart. Your body is the temple of God, if you’re a Christian. Marking it is something God clearly said not to do. And he said “I change not”. Let God be true and every man a liar.

[@GoofyAhOklahoma]

​@@bluegrassoutdoorsSo do you always wear clothing of only one cloth? Do you abstain from eating unclean animals? The New Testament clearly teaches that the Old Covenant has passed. Hebrews chapter 8 and 9 both clearly demonstrate this.

[@bluegrassoutdoors]

@@GoofyAhOklahoma the New Testament clearly teaches that God has made all manner of animals clean for us. It also teaches that our bodies are the temple of God. And also states that “if we say that he abideth in us, we ought so to walk as he walked.” He being Jesus. I don’t believe for one moment that Jesus would tattoo his body.

[@GoofyAhOklahoma]

@@bluegrassoutdoors I also doubt that Jesus would be scrolling round on social media or KZbin. Stop being a Pharisee, worrying about the gnat when you should be worrying about the camel. We are called to emulate Jesus, yes. We are to share His goodness and joy with others. But Jesus died and rose and brought us into the New Covenant. We are no longer obligated to follow all of those ritualistic laws. We no longer have to circumcise. We no longer have to abstain from pork. We no longer must wear only one type of fabric. The subject of tattoos was about ritual and setting the Israelites apart from other nations. It was not a matter of morality like with other laws. Unless a mosaic law has been repeated or reiterated in some way shape or form in the New Testament, then it has passed away, giving way for a better, faultless covenant.

[@glennjohn3824]

Just have people watch the Sneetches on beaches by Dr Seuss. All I see are Sneetches on beaches. Amazing

[@salakerz324]

I was on the fence about it too and the Holy Spirit convicted me so much I couldn’t go through with it, no matter how I put it to myself to get it… I eventually decided to trust God and leave my body clean. I love you lord! 😊

[@dawnbreaking9852]

When i got my tats, I didn't dedicate to false Gods. I got them because i just liked them. All my life Jesus lives in my heart. I only worship the one true and only God, that I love with all my heart. 🥰❣️

[@thepineappleking88]

Your body is your temple, you decorate it how you wish. God bless you.

[@I.Kat.]

​@@thepineappleking88I see it the same way. It doesn't turn people into bad people. They just should not be inappropriate (sth. satanic, racist etc.) and i would keep the face "clean".

[@littlechildinbigworld]

​@@thepineappleking88 Rather it's the temple of the Holy Spirit

[@celloprof]

But Jesus doesn't like them. Your body doesn't belong to you, it belongs to Jesus. It's satan that gives you the thoughts that the tattoos are ok.

[@TEWMUCH]

Great explanation! Thank you! ❤ 💯

[@Darth_Skater]

I got a tattoo when I was 18. It was ugly chicken scratch. I hated it as I got older. When I gave my life to Christ, I had it covered with my own rendition of the Sacred Heart. Now, it reflects my faith and my heart change. Surgery wasn't practical then nor now. I have no desire for tattoos now, but this one tells a story of my redemption that I am not ashamed of. I am not ashamed of displaying my faith in any manner to anyone. Thank you Jesus for taking the bad and turning it to good for Your Sake. Thank you for giving me boldness for You. Now, if anyone asks about my tattoo, my response will be a witness for Christ.

[@alexwasthere1]

Did the official channel repost a repost

[@naturalgalwilliams]

Wow,,🤯 Im currently reading and learning, listening and and the Holy Spirit for discernment. ❣️

[@AnnMary-rn2jn]

❤❤❤hey

[@jayhernandez4197]

Cliff is precisely correct on this point with the culture and history on why tattoos, in those times, weren’t allowed. Here’s a New Testament reference: 1 Corinthians 10:23. The Apostle Paul is simply saying that everything is permissible, but not beneficial, therefore tattoos in all honestly, IF (key word) you’re honest with yourself, bring absolutely no benefit to your life. I could go on, but that’s the gist of it.

[@asodalis695]

No he is not. Read the line they are talking about, the second half of it specificly talk about marking the body. The first half is about cutting the body in rememberance of the dead. Also 99% of the people getting a tattoo because of vanity or pride or other selfish reason.

[@ASwiftwitness]

The refraining of mixing of clothing if I remember correctly was due to the fact the father did not want sweat in the inner court of the temple. Interesting tho this is only mentioned in Ezekiel 44 during the measuring of the temple by the man in brass seen in the spirit.

[@reza3624]

I love that this is basicly the same as discussing lord of the Rings or Warhammer lore

[@karenworley241]

Very good!! Thank you 📖

[@djohnd]

Thanks Cliffe as a follower of Christ who really enjoys the whole art side to tattoos and is covered in them this is encouraging. So many Christians are so quick to judge and like you said it’s what’s in the heart that counts. This was a great breakdown of Leviticus, people have ridiculed me in the past and I always say it’s good to see you have your beard trimmed haha

[@eriklarson4082]

Every single person I know that got tattoos prior to being saved regrets the tattoos. They all say they got strong convictions from the Holy Spirit that they shouldn't get anymore tattoos and that tattoos give legality for demonic spirits to enter people. Don't just agree with things because it's what you want to hear. Pray and ask God for answers on the subject. The Holy Spirit will guide you if you allow it.

[@YungBK_]

​@eriklarson4082 I understand where you're coming from as I have tattoos as well and would never tell any Christisn to just go and get but actual listen to The Holy Spirit. Im a firm believer of going against anything you are convicted of by The Spirit being sin. However I feel the problem is there are many grey areas and Christians tend to believe because it's their conviction that it should be everyone else's. The you worded your reply makes it sound as such

[@KEROVSKI_]

"Your body is your temple". Should you write signs on the walls of your temple? I do not judge and God gave us all free will. Pray to God for answers. God bless you all.

[@griffisjm]

​​@@eriklarson4082Tattoos are in no way demonic. There is ZERO biblical evidence of that, Zero historical evidence of that, Wild speculation and baseless claims should be avoided. More than not they are stumbling blocks to people not a help. Quiy seeing demons around every corner, that's not how it was in biblical times and that's not how it is now It's also incredibly condescening the way you tell him "The Holy Spirit will guide you if you allow it", you're saying he not allowing it and only hearing what he wants because you baselessly don't agree with what he has said. This behavior needs to stop.

[@needaladyfriend1]

@@KEROVSKI_that is a great point. It’s like graffiti

[@justinmarzan8599]

The listener was correct. The part about tattoos was referring directly to the surrounding cultures that would tattoo themselves as a mourning process

[@McGooglez]

My Soul belongs to God's, my body belongs to me and my heart belongs to my family.

[@KipCoffman]

Here's how I think of it. Will it hurt my influence? Will it be a stumbling block to others? Is it good stewardship? Will it have a negative impact on my Christianity?

[@vickyandersen8660]

Which mostly is yes. Why would we want to be like the world anyways? Why have our body try killing off the ink?

[@curiousgeorge555]

Cliffe Rocks!

[@NewCreationInChrist896]

Amen God bless Cliffe.💕

[@d3n935]

Imma get some more tattoos

[@pyro-tu4le]

If you mix wool and cotton their frequencies are exact opposite, cotton is 5000 while wool is -5000, roughly from what I can remember, I don't remember the exact term they used in the experiment. It supports the don't mix cloths verse.

[@AbiyahbenJudah]

It’s crazy how THE MOST HIGH said “What thing soever I command you, observe to do it: thou shalt not add thereto, nor diminish from it Deuteronomy 12:32. But this man said through context you can diminish from it.

[@AngelinaAndRyan]

CRAZY how no one caught this lol!

[@nickadkins7765]

The Lord also says to divide The Word rightly. So yes, context is important. We can eat pork and wear mixed linen clothes. Even more important is to listen to the Holy Spirit. What God blesses for one he might not for another because he knows us!

[@missgrim4646]

I love my tattoos they have meaning and no regret. And I know its ok. God still loves those who have them and it does not define if a person is going to heaven or not. The soul and heart does.

[@SantiagoRodriguez-tz5xh]

Youre going to hell. Youre still marking yout body. Its a sin

[@kuyt20]

I have to ask.... are they from your previous life? Or after your conversion?

[@KimberlyOneLove]

It’s true God loves you, but you have to let the sin go. I have tattoos too, I’m repentant of it and wouldn’t do it now and definitely will not show pride in a time I disrespected God

[@TornadoCatcher]

Wrong is wrong, no matter how you try to justify it. We aren't suppose to understand everything, like why would it matter etc. but it's pretty clear that it's something God is against, so who the hell am I or you to try to justify it and say otherwise? I've got several tattoos myself but I'm not trying to say it's right because that would just be me spewing nonsense...

[@TornadoCatcher]

​@KimberlyOneLove exactly!!! You get it and that is nice to see. I am exactly where you are on it.

[@ZohaibBhatti-ts2xj]

God bless cliffe 😇

[@ChoccoStrawberry]

Not sure if anyone mentioned this already but Revelation 19:16 'On his robe at his *thigh* was *written* this title: King of all kings and Lord of all lords.' just as a reference

[@Praise_1God]

Best argument I ever heard “they did that in the past but it’s different now cause we’re modern”

[@AnnMary-rn2jn]

❤❤hey there