Is it possible for a sinner who has a "666" tattoo to get saved?

[faroukfarouk]

Sure. I don't usually draw attention to the tattoo I have on my shoulder, a triquetra with the Hebrew word echad as a reference to the Sh'ma (Deuteronomy 6:4). It's resulted in people asking questions about what it means.

-CryptoLutheran

Okay! Do you think more ppl would ask you about it if it happened to be on a more usually visible placement such as arm or wrist?

I guess you have had some useful conversations about it.

 

[ViaCrucis]

Okay! Do you think more ppl would ask you about it if it happened to be on a more usually visible placement such as arm or wrist?

I guess you have had some useful conversations about it.

Probably. But I intentionally got it on my shoulder because it was intended to be personal reminder of my faith. I had before considered getting the Nicene Creed inked on me, but decided on the triquetra as a simple declaration of my faith in one God, Holy Trinity. I didn't get it to show off or as a way to find an in to talking about my faith with people. But if someone sees it and is curious, I'm more than happy to answer whatever questions they ask, and I'm always open to talking about my faith with anyone interested in hearing.

-CryptoLutheran

 

[faroukfarouk]

Probably. But I intentionally got it on my shoulder because it was intended to be personal reminder of my faith. I had before considered getting the Nicene Creed inked on me, but decided on the triquetra as a simple declaration of my faith in one God, Holy Trinity. I didn't get it to show off or as a way to find an in to talking about my faith with people. But if someone sees it and is curious, I'm more than happy to answer whatever questions they ask, and I'm always open to talking about my faith with anyone interested in hearing.

-CryptoLutheran

So it's more to remind you!

Are you done inking?

 

[Strong in Him]

What the tattoo illustrates is of no value. We were commanded not to make cuttings in our flesh or print on it with ink. We were not to be like the heathen, which do such things. By not being tattooed displays obedience and reverence to the Father. Can one be saved for such a transgression? Yes, but, Christ would likely say, "Go, and sin no more".

We were commanded? Where?
The Hebrews at Sinai might have been, but I don't recall Jesus saying any such thing.

 

[faroukfarouk]

We were commanded? Where?
The Hebrews at Sinai might have been, but I don't recall Jesus saying any such thing.

Strong in Him:

When you consider the way some ppl try to oppose other people's ink in legal terms, does it sometimes make you a teeny bit more inclined to exercise your liberty and consider doing it, maybe with a faith based one? (Just wondered...)

Blessings.

 

[Strong in Him]

Strong in Him:

When you consider the way some ppl try to oppose other people's ink in legal terms, does it sometimes make you a teeny bit more inclined to exercise your liberty and consider doing it, maybe with a faith based one? (Just wondered...)

Blessings.

With other things; probably. Generally someone saying to me "you can't do that ...", "you shouldn't do that ...." is enough to make me go out and do it. But I don't like the look, or the idea, of tattoos with the pain, risk of infection etc, and my dad was always very scathing of those who had them and then used NHS resources to get them removed. So, unless I decide to become a rebellious pensioner in a few years; I doubt this is something I'll ever do.
Though I can see the attraction in getting a small, faith based one as a talking point.

 

[faroukfarouk]

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Though I can see the attraction in getting a small, faith based one as a talking point.

Strong in Him:

Whatever you decide, a lot of Christians have found they can be effective conversation starters in witness, in any case (whether Christian fish sign <><, Bible verse or ref., on wrist, foot or wherever). But it's very much a personal thing, right?

Blessings.

 

[seekingsolace]

Many people I know greatly regret getting tattoos when becoming Christians, it's not something I would suggest. There are plenty of conversation starters besides permanently tattooing yourself.

1 Corinthians 6:19: “Do you not know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit, who is in you, whom you have received from God? You are not your own; you were bought at a price. Therefore honor God with your body.”

1 Peter 3:4: "rather let it be he hidden person of the heart, with the incorruptible beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit, which is very precious in the sight of God."

 

[faroukfarouk]

Many people I know greatly regret getting tattoos when becoming Christians, it's not something I would suggest. There are plenty of conversation starters besides permanently tattooing yourself.

1 Corinthians 6:19: “Do you not know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit, who is in you, whom you have received from God? You are not your own; you were bought at a price. Therefore honor God with your body.”

1 Peter 3:4: "rather let it be he hidden person of the heart, with the incorruptible beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit, which is very precious in the sight of God."

seekingsolace: Those are great verses. They don't mention ink, of course. It's not for everyone but a lot of Christians find they are effective in witness conversations. My wife and I talked to a young lady that had John 3.16 in full inked on her wrist area; it was her favorite verse, and mine and I'm sure other conversations have arisen also as a direct result of her decision as a Christian woman to become tattooed with faith based ink. Blessings.

 

[seekingsolace]

seekingsolace: Those are great verses. They don't mention ink, of course. It's not for everyone but a lot of Christians find they are effective in witness conversations. My wife and I talked to a young lady that had John 3.16 in full inked on her wrist area; it was her favorite verse, and mine and I'm sure other conversations have arisen also as a direct result of her decision as a Christian woman to become tattooed with faith based ink. Blessings.

It's a tricky subject, I know a number of the moral precepts in the OT are not re-declared in the NT, but they still carry weight. There are many wicked things condemned in the OT, which certainly would be now. I'm sure many conversations have begun, but also it may cause others to stumble. A tattoo is a very bold statement, no matter the intent; just worried that it wouldn't fit in with modesty. Of course this is my personal view.

 

[Strong in Him]

Strong in Him:

Whatever you decide, a lot of Christians have found they can be effective conversation starters in witness, in any case (whether Christian fish sign <><, Bible verse or ref., on wrist, foot or wherever). But it's very much a personal thing, right?

Blessings.

Absolutely.
As I said, if a Christian has decided, before God, that it's ok and not dishonouring him; who am I to oppose them? I'm sure they are great conversation starters, and how better to be accepted by unbelievers who have tattoos, than by having a tattoo?

I still don't think I'd ever get one done though.

 

[faroukfarouk]

Absolutely.
As I said, if a Christian has decided, before God, that it's ok and not dishonouring him; who am I to oppose them? I'm sure they are great conversation starters, and how better to be accepted by unbelievers who have tattoos, than by having a tattoo?

I still don't think I'd ever get one done though.

Strong in Him:

For many ppl, the bottom line is: they do work! they do lead to conversations

 

[faroukfarouk]

It's a tricky subject, I know a number of the moral precepts in the OT are not re-declared in the NT, but they still carry weight. There are many wicked things condemned in the OT, which certainly would be now. I'm sure many conversations have begun, but also it may cause others to stumble. A tattoo is a very bold statement, no matter the intent; just worried that it wouldn't fit in with modesty. Of course this is my personal view.

seekingsolace:

Well, okay. As a matter of fact, the young lady my wife and I talked to who had John 3.16 tattooed in full on her wrist area seemed modest and rather shy.

 

[James Is Back]

I would get rid of a tattoo that said 666 if someone came to the saving faith and had one.

 

[faroukfarouk]

I would get rid of a tattoo that said 666 if someone came to the saving faith and had one.

This is understandable, yes!

 

[faroukfarouk]

...I'm sure they are great conversation starters, and how better to be accepted by unbelievers who have tattoos, than by having a tattoo?

I still don't think I'd ever get one done though.

PS: Strong in Him: for Christians who get them, if their motivation is evangelistic, then often this pragmatic consideration is an influencing factor.

(Other Christians with faith based tattoos might get them for reasons of personal reminder.)

Blessings.

 

[ViaCrucis]

So it's more to remind you!

Are you done inking?

I've thought about getting another one at some point. But tattoos are expensive and permanent, so I would need to know what I want, find a real quality artist, and have the funds. At the moment I have no intention of getting more done, but that could change in the future.

-CryptoLutheran

 

[faroukfarouk]

I've thought about getting another one at some point. But tattoos are expensive and permanent, so I would need to know what I want, find a real quality artist, and have the funds. At the moment I have no intention of getting more done, but that could change in the future.

-CryptoLutheran

I guess it may depend on whether you might plan to have another faith based one in a more overt placement that would be more easily commented on?

Blessings.

 

[daydreamergurl15]

Was the tattoo on his right or left hand?

My dear, Christ's blood is greater than our stupidity.

 

[faroukfarouk]

...how better to be accepted by unbelievers who have tattoos, than by having a tattoo?

Strong in Him:

So you think it can be a good witness means for some Christians, then?

Blessings.