- Amid discussions about tattoos in church, an old sermon by Apostle Joshua Selman has resurfaced online.
- There has been a renewed interest after Pastor Kingsley Okonkwo’s recent tattoo was revealed.
- Selman touched on the topic of tattoos, specifically regarding their spiritual meaning.
Following Pastor Kingsley Okonkwo’s recent tattoo revelations, an old sermon by Apostle Joshua Selman, founder of Eternal Network International and Koinonia, has gained renewed attention in online discussions about church tattoos.
During the sermon, Selman addressed an issue regarding tattoos, clarifying that markings made before becoming a born-again Christian carry no spiritual consequences.
However, he warned believers not to get tattoos after salvation, emphasizing that it was not a concern about sin but about exercising wisdom.
He explained that while certain behaviors may be permissible, they can still affect how others view Christian faith and ministry.
To illustrate his point, Selman cited the biblical parable of the ten bridesmaids, emphasizing that even those considered righteous can face setbacks through unwise choices.
He suggested that visible changes such as tattoos could harm credibility when preaching or praying for others, and encouraged Christians to avoid making decisions that might raise unnecessary suspicion.
Selman also urged believers to prioritize inner transformation over outer appearance, warning against blindly following foreign trends, which could undermine spiritual authority and respect for God’s principles.
He believes that true spiritual strength comes from prayer, reflection, and a heart aligned with God, rather than from external changes.
Pastor Kingsley Okonkwo of David Christian Center (DCC), who is also Burna Boy’s uncle, has received criticism and support after he got a tattoo of John 3:16 on his arm. While some believe it conflicts with biblical teaching on body markings, others see it as a creative way to share the gospel.
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Read some of the comments below:
@Olivia Carter: “I am from the west and I would say, Nigeria, you have something beautiful. Don’t accept everything you see in the west and follow it. The glory has risen and rested on your continent and if you are stupid because you don’t know who you are, Asia is getting ready. Don’t play with that grace. The Bible doesn’t say a lot but once it distracts from the message it becomes sin.”
@iveren_tomori: “That’s exactly my point. Not everything that is allowed is helpful, especially for spiritual leaders. True wisdom is choosing what builds character and strengthens the spiritual life, not just what is allowed. Thank you AJA for adding your voice so some younger believers don’t get confused.”
@otunbaolainukan_: “Yes! If you want, tell me you became a believer the day I was born and became a dad, what is morally wrong in the Kingdom of Heaven is wrong, especially for the position you hold. If you want, paint Jesus in the manger on your body Mr. Oga, this is wrong!!!. We will protect our church.”
@markkalu1: “That pastor didn’t know what he was starting…secularity was gradually allowed into the church and we defended it…Thank God all he taught was marriage…”
@carolineoshodi: “Leviticus 19:28 You shall not make any cuts in the flesh of the dead, nor shall you put any mark on your body: I [am] host. “
@mosesonofegharamoz: “To be honest, this thing is actually pretty simple. It’s not even one of the topics quoted in 1 Corinthians 10:23. It’s clearly written in Leviticus 19:28.”
