IF I HAD A TATOO THIS IS THE VERSE I WOULD HAVE.whats yours ?

[faroukfarouk]

After 99 posts, and no one's admitted to having one?

Here's what I have: Let it be done to me according to your word. (Luke 1:38)

Great verse! so where is its placement?

Blessings.

 

[Andry]

Great verse! so where is its placement?

Blessings.

Underside left forearm.

 

[faroukfarouk]

Underside left forearm.

I see! So does it ever give you a chance to talk to folk about what the verse means?

 

[Andry]

I see! So does it ever give you a chance to talk to folk about what the verse means?

All the time. While many/most may believers know the verse, others don't, and after asking what my tattoo says, almost always follow with, "What does it mean?"

 

[faroukfarouk]

All the time. While many/most may believers know the verse, others don't, and after asking what my tattoo says, almost always follow with, "What does it mean?"

Well, sounds like you have some good testimony opportunities. Is this the only faith based tattoo that you have or are you/have you actively considered getting more Bible verses inked in visible placements?

 

[FoundInGrace]

Well, sounds like you have some good testimony opportunities. Is this the only faith based tattoo that you have or are you/have you actively considered getting more Bible verses inked in visible placements?

May I ask why you seem to really really want people to get faith based tattoos and are actively encouraging people, myself included to do this?

Its one thing to help people understand we are not under the law but you really seem to want people to get tattoos.. just curious as to why?

 

[faroukfarouk]

May I ask why you seem to really really want people to get faith based tattoos and are actively encouraging people, myself included to do this?

Its one thing to help people understand we are not under the law but you really seem to want people to get tattoos.. just curious as to why?

Two or three points in response; re. yourself, this was answered in post 60 of the other thread: http://www.christianforums.com/t7845170-6/#post66452461

Re. the idea in general; Bible verse designs are subject of the thread.

I don't think I've ever said specifically that people 'should' get them, though; it's very much a personal thing.

Blessings.

 

[FoundInGrace]

Ok, thanks for the reply

 

[faroukfarouk]

My wife and I talked to a young lady that had John 3.16 in full tattooed on her wrist area. It was her favorite verse, and mine, too.

 

[mrhappy3]

mmmm. Interesting ...a good testimony starter. great idea.

 

[faroukfarouk]

mmmm. Interesting ...a good testimony starter. great idea.

So are there many tattoo parlors London, England way? and do Christians use them for Bible verses, etc.?

 

[mrhappy3]

So are there many tattoo parlors London, England way? and do Christians use them for Bible verses, etc.?

nah

mainly satanic verses.

 

[faroukfarouk]

...

Would I get one now? No. It hurt. Do I regret the one I have? No. My body has been defiled in far worse ways than a small picture on my back. Yet despite all these defilements (some my doing, some not), God loves me. He accepts me. He sees me fit.

Just thought I'd say.

PrudenceAnn: So you don't seem to regret it, either. Did you ever consider adding a Bible ref., cross, etc. to make the tattoo more focused, maybe?

Blessings.

 

[standingtall]

Did you ever consider adding a Bible ref., cross, etc. to make the tattoo more focused, maybe?

I believe she already answered that question in the quote you posted:

Would I get one now? No. It hurt.

 

[faroukfarouk]

... I don't have a tattoo. I would like one, just haven't found one I like...and being diabetic, not too sure about it.

Talk to your doctor; and to your local palor as well. The quality of inks used in tattoos has actually improved greatly in recent years.

Do you have a particular Bible ref., or symbol (Christian fish sign, etc.) that you like?

 

[Svt4Him]

I am diabetic. You just need to wash it well so it doesn't get infected as instructed and moisturize it. Heals fine...well as long as your diabetes is under control.

 

[faroukfarouk]

JavaQueen2: So you see, re. diabetes, it doesn't necessarily prevent you from having it done, if this is what you really want; check with your doctor and local parlor also.

 

[now faith]

I know some lady who thought the AA prayer was a Bible verse and had it tattooed large on her back.

It's ironic she is not a Alcoholic,nor very religious.

 

[standingtall]

I know some lady who thought the AA prayer was a Bible verse and had it tattooed large on her back.

It's ironic she is not a Alcoholic,nor very religious.

More commonly known as the Serenity Prayer. The AA might have adapted it for use in their meetings, but they didn't write it, and it's not an "alcoholic's prayer". It was also distributed to army chaplains and servicemen during WWII.

 

[faroukfarouk]

from back

I have a tattoo myself, because it was done years ago.... I can't say I regret it, but if given the chance, I probably would not have it done again!

I don't personally think there is anything immoral about having a tattoo... I know they are not a natural part of our body, but neither is a woman who wears lipstick and mascara every day -it's all addition to the natural body in one way or another. As is wearing jewlerry, or dyeing your hair a different colour. The difference is, of course, that tattoos are permenant, so be careful that you really feel sure about having one.

I saw some beautiful Christian tattoos recently, of Christ and the fish symbol. Some love it, some hate it. Some think it's wrong. One thing I will say, is that the Christian tattoo causes people to ask questions, it's like an opening to evangalise because the tattoo gets peoples attention - perhaps in that way it is a good thing. "So, how long have you been a Christian?" or "What does that fish symbol mean?" etc.

Fiona:

You don't seem to regret yours, anyway.

Yes, I think the Christian fish symbol <>< can be effective in witness and can lead to discussions of Scripture verses.

Blessings.