TATTOOS AND DEMON POSSESSION

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#1
Some people here think that having tattoos is just a worldly fad. I would like to enlighten them on the subject.
Praying that they will be humble and learn the truth, accept the truth, and repent.
May God grant that repentance!

Here is the subject...for your enlightenment! (I have studied the subject at length! This is from 6 years ago, and I stand by it.)

TATTOOS AND DEMON POSSESSION

It is a sad fact that the ‘tattoo-trend’ is picking up fast all around the world. A few visits to Twitter will show you huge numbers of teens (and those in their 20s and 30s) of this lost generation obsessed about tattoos. In fact the teenage craving for having more tattoos is indicative of either psychological debilitation or something more sinister. Though parents and employers frown upon tattoos, knowing fully well that they are marks of deviance and rebellion, it seems that the liberal (and Satan-inspired) media is promoting the ‘tattoo-trend’, along with a whole bunch of ignorant celebrities in the film world, the music arena and the sports field. However, tattoos reflect more than teenage rebellion. They are indicative of the deep and dark evil known as ‘demon possession’.

Historical research has borne out that tattoos bear the mark of demonism, Baal worship, shamanism, cannibalism, occultism, and many vile pagan beliefs and practices. The tattooist in many pagan cultures is a shaman, magic-man, witch-doctor, (pagan) priest or priestess. A shaman is an intermediary between the natural and supernatural worlds, who uses magic to cure illnesses, foretell the future, control spiritual forces, etc.

Tattooing is a magical rite in pagan cultures, and the tattooist is the priest or shaman. In Fiji, Formosa (Taiwan), New Zealand, and among the North American Indian tribes, tattooing was regarded as a religious ceremony and performed by the pagan priests or priestesses. The actual tattooing process was a complex ritual, the secret being known only to the priestly (shaman, witch-doctor) caste. Historically, tattooing originated in ancient rites of scarification and blood-letting which were supposed to put the human soul in touch with supernatural forces and ensure continuity between this life and the next.

The tattoo is more than just a layer of ink cut into the skin. It was a vehicle for pagan spiritual and religious invocations – a bridge into the supernatural world. Infamous witch Laurie Cabot (of Salem, Massachusetts) writes: “The origins of tattooing came from ancient magical practices.”

The native tribes in North America believed in tattoing the temples, foreheads and cheeks of those suffering from headaches and toothaches. They believed that aches and illnesses were caused by malevolent spirits. Songs and dances meant to exorcise the demons accompanied the tattooing ceremony.

Tattooing was intended to make the body a ‘fit home’ for the spirit who dwelt in it. Tribal tattoos are designs that bear symbolical mystical and occult meanings. In short, they are channels of spiritual and demonic possession.

Tattoos involve the drawing of blood, which in the pagan world is seen as a rejuvenating and immortalizing factor. According to research expert and renowned author, Wilfrid Hambly (“The History of Tattooing”), the tattoos are actually inlets for evil to enter. Interestingly, we hear of tattoo artists who allow their clients’ demons to help guide the tattoo needle.

According to Hambly, tattooing was supposed to confer superhuman strength, ensure the survival of the soul after death, identify the soul in the hereafter, ensure the protection of the so-called ‘deity'(i.e. the totemic animal or spirit guardian), confer occult powers, etc.
According to Steve Gilbert (‘Tattoo History: A Source Book’): “When Cortez and his conquistadors arrived on the coast of Mexico in 1519, they were horrified to discover that natives not only worshipped devils in the form of status and idols, but also had somehow managed to imprint indelible images of these idols on their skin. The Spaniards, who had never heard of tattooing, recognized it at once as the work of Satan.”
According to Jean-Christ Miller (‘The Body Art Book’): “Tattoos act as protective and empowering talismans for the wearer. There are some body artists who perform ritual tattoos, piercing, brandings and cuttings. They may suggest you consult your astrological chart to pick the right time to get your body art. They will burn incense, light candles . . .”

The tattoo has never been associated with Christianity, though many pseudo-christians sport it. History has shown that whenever tattooed pagan tribes were converted to Christianity, without exception, one of the first pagan practices to disappear was the tattoo. Why? Because, unlike today’s foolish “tattooed” pseudo-christians, the converted pagan knew in his heart that the tattoo was against the Word of God. The Holy Spirit convinced the converted pagan that tattoos were taboo! Today’s shameless pseudo-christians don’t seem to understand that: “You cannot drink the cup of the Lord, and the cup of devils: you cannot be partakers of the Lord’s table, and of the table of devils.” 1 Corinthians 10:21.

Some of the gross face tattoos that we see on Twitter and other social networking sites clearly prove that Satan is the author of tattoos, piercings and other disfigurements of the flesh. But will people learn the truth? Alas, the majority won’t, because they are blinded by the devil.

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LET US BE WARNED!
 
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kaylagrl

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#2
Some people here think that having tattoos is just a worldly fad. I would like to enlighten them on the subject.
Praying that they will be humble and learn the truth, accept the truth, and repent.
May God grant that repentance!

Here is the subject...for your enlightenment! (I have studied the subject at length! This is from 6 years ago, and I stand by it.)

TATTOOS AND DEMON POSSESSION

It is a sad fact that the ‘tattoo-trend’ is picking up fast all around the world. A few visits to Twitter will show you huge numbers of teens (and those in their 20s and 30s) of this lost generation obsessed about tattoos. In fact the teenage craving for having more tattoos is indicative of either psychological debilitation or something more sinister. Though parents and employers frown upon tattoos, knowing fully well that they are marks of deviance and rebellion, it seems that the liberal (and Satan-inspired) media is promoting the ‘tattoo-trend’, along with a whole bunch of ignorant celebrities in the film world, the music arena and the sports field. However, tattoos reflect more than teenage rebellion. They are indicative of the deep and dark evil known as ‘demon possession’.

Historical research has borne out that tattoos bear the mark of demonism, Baal worship, shamanism, cannibalism, occultism, and many vile pagan beliefs and practices. The tattooist in many pagan cultures is a shaman, magic-man, witch-doctor, (pagan) priest or priestess. A shaman is an intermediary between the natural and supernatural worlds, who uses magic to cure illnesses, foretell the future, control spiritual forces, etc.

Tattooing is a magical rite in pagan cultures, and the tattooist is the priest or shaman. In Fiji, Formosa (Taiwan), New Zealand, and among the North American Indian tribes, tattooing was regarded as a religious ceremony and performed by the pagan priests or priestesses. The actual tattooing process was a complex ritual, the secret being known only to the priestly (shaman, witch-doctor) caste. Historically, tattooing originated in ancient rites of scarification and blood-letting which were supposed to put the human soul in touch with supernatural forces and ensure continuity between this life and the next.

The tattoo is more than just a layer of ink cut into the skin. It was a vehicle for pagan spiritual and religious invocations – a bridge into the supernatural world. Infamous witch Laurie Cabot (of Salem, Massachusetts) writes: “The origins of tattooing came from ancient magical practices.”

The native tribes in North America believed in tattoing the temples, foreheads and cheeks of those suffering from headaches and toothaches. They believed that aches and illnesses were caused by malevolent spirits. Songs and dances meant to exorcise the demons accompanied the tattooing ceremony.

Tattooing was intended to make the body a ‘fit home’ for the spirit who dwelt in it. Tribal tattoos are designs that bear symbolical mystical and occult meanings. In short, they are channels of spiritual and demonic possession.

Tattoos involve the drawing of blood, which in the pagan world is seen as a rejuvenating and immortalizing factor. According to research expert and renowned author, Wilfrid Hambly (“The History of Tattooing”), the tattoos are actually inlets for evil to enter. Interestingly, we hear of tattoo artists who allow their clients’ demons to help guide the tattoo needle.

According to Hambly, tattooing was supposed to confer superhuman strength, ensure the survival of the soul after death, identify the soul in the hereafter, ensure the protection of the so-called ‘deity'(i.e. the totemic animal or spirit guardian), confer occult powers, etc.
According to Steve Gilbert (‘Tattoo History: A Source Book’): “When Cortez and his conquistadors arrived on the coast of Mexico in 1519, they were horrified to discover that natives not only worshipped devils in the form of status and idols, but also had somehow managed to imprint indelible images of these idols on their skin. The Spaniards, who had never heard of tattooing, recognized it at once as the work of Satan.”
According to Jean-Christ Miller (‘The Body Art Book’): “Tattoos act as protective and empowering talismans for the wearer. There are some body artists who perform ritual tattoos, piercing, brandings and cuttings. They may suggest you consult your astrological chart to pick the right time to get your body art. They will burn incense, light candles . . .”

The tattoo has never been associated with Christianity, though many pseudo-christians sport it. History has shown that whenever tattooed pagan tribes were converted to Christianity, without exception, one of the first pagan practices to disappear was the tattoo. Why? Because, unlike today’s foolish “tattooed” pseudo-christians, the converted pagan knew in his heart that the tattoo was against the Word of God. The Holy Spirit convinced the converted pagan that tattoos were taboo! Today’s shameless pseudo-christians don’t seem to understand that: “You cannot drink the cup of the Lord, and the cup of devils: you cannot be partakers of the Lord’s table, and of the table of devils.” 1 Corinthians 10:21.

Some of the gross face tattoos that we see on Twitter and other social networking sites clearly prove that Satan is the author of tattoos, piercings and other disfigurements of the flesh. But will people learn the truth? Alas, the majority won’t, because they are blinded by the devil.

***

LET US BE WARNED!

So to pastors that have tattoos you would say?? Many got tattoos before they became saved, they are expensive to remove. I have a pastor friend who has tattoos from years ago, is he demon possessed? lol
 

gb9

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#3
all this is is a distraction from the real luciferian system that is control of most of the world.

when i was a teenager back in the 80's, the " youth pastors" would come around and tell us we were going to hell if we listened to guns n roses, had long hair and smoked cigs..

nothing about faith in Christ, nothing about not conforming to world's ways of selfisness and greed, not loving our neighbor as ourselves.
just get a hair cut and throw out that demon music....
 

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#4
Some people here think that having tattoos is just a worldly fad. I would like to enlighten them on the subject.
Praying that they will be humble and learn the truth, accept the truth, and repent.
May God grant that repentance!

Here is the subject...for your enlightenment! (I have studied the subject at length! This is from 6 years ago, and I stand by it.)

TATTOOS AND DEMON POSSESSION

It is a sad fact that the ‘tattoo-trend’ is picking up fast all around the world. A few visits to Twitter will show you huge numbers of teens (and those in their 20s and 30s) of this lost generation obsessed about tattoos. In fact the teenage craving for having more tattoos is indicative of either psychological debilitation or something more sinister. Though parents and employers frown upon tattoos, knowing fully well that they are marks of deviance and rebellion, it seems that the liberal (and Satan-inspired) media is promoting the ‘tattoo-trend’, along with a whole bunch of ignorant celebrities in the film world, the music arena and the sports field. However, tattoos reflect more than teenage rebellion. They are indicative of the deep and dark evil known as ‘demon possession’.

Historical research has borne out that tattoos bear the mark of demonism, Baal worship, shamanism, cannibalism, occultism, and many vile pagan beliefs and practices. The tattooist in many pagan cultures is a shaman, magic-man, witch-doctor, (pagan) priest or priestess. A shaman is an intermediary between the natural and supernatural worlds, who uses magic to cure illnesses, foretell the future, control spiritual forces, etc.

Tattooing is a magical rite in pagan cultures, and the tattooist is the priest or shaman. In Fiji, Formosa (Taiwan), New Zealand, and among the North American Indian tribes, tattooing was regarded as a religious ceremony and performed by the pagan priests or priestesses. The actual tattooing process was a complex ritual, the secret being known only to the priestly (shaman, witch-doctor) caste. Historically, tattooing originated in ancient rites of scarification and blood-letting which were supposed to put the human soul in touch with supernatural forces and ensure continuity between this life and the next.

The tattoo is more than just a layer of ink cut into the skin. It was a vehicle for pagan spiritual and religious invocations – a bridge into the supernatural world. Infamous witch Laurie Cabot (of Salem, Massachusetts) writes: “The origins of tattooing came from ancient magical practices.”

The native tribes in North America believed in tattoing the temples, foreheads and cheeks of those suffering from headaches and toothaches. They believed that aches and illnesses were caused by malevolent spirits. Songs and dances meant to exorcise the demons accompanied the tattooing ceremony.

Tattooing was intended to make the body a ‘fit home’ for the spirit who dwelt in it. Tribal tattoos are designs that bear symbolical mystical and occult meanings. In short, they are channels of spiritual and demonic possession.

Tattoos involve the drawing of blood, which in the pagan world is seen as a rejuvenating and immortalizing factor. According to research expert and renowned author, Wilfrid Hambly (“The History of Tattooing”), the tattoos are actually inlets for evil to enter. Interestingly, we hear of tattoo artists who allow their clients’ demons to help guide the tattoo needle.

According to Hambly, tattooing was supposed to confer superhuman strength, ensure the survival of the soul after death, identify the soul in the hereafter, ensure the protection of the so-called ‘deity'(i.e. the totemic animal or spirit guardian), confer occult powers, etc.
According to Steve Gilbert (‘Tattoo History: A Source Book’): “When Cortez and his conquistadors arrived on the coast of Mexico in 1519, they were horrified to discover that natives not only worshipped devils in the form of status and idols, but also had somehow managed to imprint indelible images of these idols on their skin. The Spaniards, who had never heard of tattooing, recognized it at once as the work of Satan.”
According to Jean-Christ Miller (‘The Body Art Book’): “Tattoos act as protective and empowering talismans for the wearer. There are some body artists who perform ritual tattoos, piercing, brandings and cuttings. They may suggest you consult your astrological chart to pick the right time to get your body art. They will burn incense, light candles . . .”

The tattoo has never been associated with Christianity, though many pseudo-christians sport it. History has shown that whenever tattooed pagan tribes were converted to Christianity, without exception, one of the first pagan practices to disappear was the tattoo. Why? Because, unlike today’s foolish “tattooed” pseudo-christians, the converted pagan knew in his heart that the tattoo was against the Word of God. The Holy Spirit convinced the converted pagan that tattoos were taboo! Today’s shameless pseudo-christians don’t seem to understand that: “You cannot drink the cup of the Lord, and the cup of devils: you cannot be partakers of the Lord’s table, and of the table of devils.” 1 Corinthians 10:21.

Some of the gross face tattoos that we see on Twitter and other social networking sites clearly prove that Satan is the author of tattoos, piercings and other disfigurements of the flesh. But will people learn the truth? Alas, the majority won’t, because they are blinded by the devil.

***

LET US BE WARNED!
No offence but what cortez, the conquistadors and the spaniards thought is irrelevant, they certainly were no examples of what a christian should be.
If I draw on paper, am I binding a demon to the paper? And those saved with tatoos have nothing to fear, the TRUTH has set them free. Leave the old testament behind and join the new. We are bound by nothing when we're saved.
Jesus saves 😀
 
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kaylagrl

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#5
all this is is a distraction from the real luciferian system that is control of most of the world.

when i was a teenager back in the 80's, the " youth pastors" would come around and tell us we were going to hell if we listened to guns n roses, had long hair and smoked cigs..

nothing about faith in Christ, nothing about not conforming to world's ways of selfisness and greed, not loving our neighbor as ourselves.
just get a hair cut and throw out that demon music....

Could have been more in depth, that's for sure. As the old saying goes, "smoking won't send you to hell, but it will make you smell like you've been there." I held a hard line on smoking, though I didn't think one was hell bound, until I met my husband. He's from the south and tobacco here is like a vegetable. He started very young and is trying to quit for good. Very hard habit to break.

Music is a different thing. I know "rock n roll" was bashed in the day while many Christians had no trouble listening to country music. I remember my father brought a record home back in the day. My sister and I loved music and picked up words quickly. One of the songs was called " I Hate You". When my mother heard my 5yr old sister singing some of the songs, she informed my father. lol But I certainly think we need to be careful of what music we are listening to and it's message.
 
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#6
Some people here think that having tattoos is just a worldly fad. I would like to enlighten them on the subject.
Praying that they will be humble and learn the truth, accept the truth, and repent.
May God grant that repentance!

Here is the subject...for your enlightenment! (I have studied the subject at length! This is from 6 years ago, and I stand by it.)

TATTOOS AND DEMON POSSESSION

It is a sad fact that the ‘tattoo-trend’ is picking up fast all around the world. A few visits to Twitter will show you huge numbers of teens (and those in their 20s and 30s) of this lost generation obsessed about tattoos. In fact the teenage craving for having more tattoos is indicative of either psychological debilitation or something more sinister. Though parents and employers frown upon tattoos, knowing fully well that they are marks of deviance and rebellion, it seems that the liberal (and Satan-inspired) media is promoting the ‘tattoo-trend’, along with a whole bunch of ignorant celebrities in the film world, the music arena and the sports field. However, tattoos reflect more than teenage rebellion. They are indicative of the deep and dark evil known as ‘demon possession’.

Historical research has borne out that tattoos bear the mark of demonism, Baal worship, shamanism, cannibalism, occultism, and many vile pagan beliefs and practices. The tattooist in many pagan cultures is a shaman, magic-man, witch-doctor, (pagan) priest or priestess. A shaman is an intermediary between the natural and supernatural worlds, who uses magic to cure illnesses, foretell the future, control spiritual forces, etc.

Tattooing is a magical rite in pagan cultures, and the tattooist is the priest or shaman. In Fiji, Formosa (Taiwan), New Zealand, and among the North American Indian tribes, tattooing was regarded as a religious ceremony and performed by the pagan priests or priestesses. The actual tattooing process was a complex ritual, the secret being known only to the priestly (shaman, witch-doctor) caste. Historically, tattooing originated in ancient rites of scarification and blood-letting which were supposed to put the human soul in touch with supernatural forces and ensure continuity between this life and the next.

The tattoo is more than just a layer of ink cut into the skin. It was a vehicle for pagan spiritual and religious invocations – a bridge into the supernatural world. Infamous witch Laurie Cabot (of Salem, Massachusetts) writes: “The origins of tattooing came from ancient magical practices.”

The native tribes in North America believed in tattoing the temples, foreheads and cheeks of those suffering from headaches and toothaches. They believed that aches and illnesses were caused by malevolent spirits. Songs and dances meant to exorcise the demons accompanied the tattooing ceremony.

Tattooing was intended to make the body a ‘fit home’ for the spirit who dwelt in it. Tribal tattoos are designs that bear symbolical mystical and occult meanings. In short, they are channels of spiritual and demonic possession.

Tattoos involve the drawing of blood, which in the pagan world is seen as a rejuvenating and immortalizing factor. According to research expert and renowned author, Wilfrid Hambly (“The History of Tattooing”), the tattoos are actually inlets for evil to enter. Interestingly, we hear of tattoo artists who allow their clients’ demons to help guide the tattoo needle.

According to Hambly, tattooing was supposed to confer superhuman strength, ensure the survival of the soul after death, identify the soul in the hereafter, ensure the protection of the so-called ‘deity'(i.e. the totemic animal or spirit guardian), confer occult powers, etc.
According to Steve Gilbert (‘Tattoo History: A Source Book’): “When Cortez and his conquistadors arrived on the coast of Mexico in 1519, they were horrified to discover that natives not only worshipped devils in the form of status and idols, but also had somehow managed to imprint indelible images of these idols on their skin. The Spaniards, who had never heard of tattooing, recognized it at once as the work of Satan.”
According to Jean-Christ Miller (‘The Body Art Book’): “Tattoos act as protective and empowering talismans for the wearer. There are some body artists who perform ritual tattoos, piercing, brandings and cuttings. They may suggest you consult your astrological chart to pick the right time to get your body art. They will burn incense, light candles . . .”

The tattoo has never been associated with Christianity, though many pseudo-christians sport it. History has shown that whenever tattooed pagan tribes were converted to Christianity, without exception, one of the first pagan practices to disappear was the tattoo. Why? Because, unlike today’s foolish “tattooed” pseudo-christians, the converted pagan knew in his heart that the tattoo was against the Word of God. The Holy Spirit convinced the converted pagan that tattoos were taboo! Today’s shameless pseudo-christians don’t seem to understand that: “You cannot drink the cup of the Lord, and the cup of devils: you cannot be partakers of the Lord’s table, and of the table of devils.” 1 Corinthians 10:21.

Some of the gross face tattoos that we see on Twitter and other social networking sites clearly prove that Satan is the author of tattoos, piercings and other disfigurements of the flesh. But will people learn the truth? Alas, the majority won’t, because they are blinded by the devil.

***

LET US BE WARNED!
I believe tattoos certainly are an outward manifestation of what is on the heart. The Spaniards were right on the subject. Just as circumcision was given by God as a symbol of what is to take place spiritually in our hearts, tattoos are a symbol (presumably given by demons for the most part) of the sorry spiritual state of our degenerate hearts, and why they need renewal.

I can't understand why one whose heart is renewed would vandalise God's temple with pagan symbolism.
 
#7
This CC Forum seems to be like a wild glass menagerie. You can see that there are all kinds of ‘people’ here. Those normal (few) and those ultra-normal (I wouldn’t say abnormal, because that’s a strong word).

If people cannot accept God’s truth and confess their sins/failures, I wonder how they can call themselves Normal Christians. Is there a kind that can be categorised as Abnormal Christians? The evasions, the obfuscations, the lies, the slanders, the irreverent talk, the self-justification, the bullying, the extreme paranoia, the headaches & tears (from feminine or effeminate people, not sure); the inability to submit to truth — what can I say?

If Moses Young hadn’t turned up, I would have thought I was in bedlam.

I feel these ultra-normal people should interact with real, live, flesh-and-blood Christian folks in their community, and not escape into the frivolous world of virtual reality. :cool::cool:
 

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Let those without sin cast the first stone.
 
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Lots of grey area on this subject. Tattoos can be demonic symbols, signs of gang membership, murder (tear drop on the face), savage beating of another person ( spider web on an elbow) - the list goes on. Personally I don't really care for them - a waste of money plus they are permanent.

With that said I have a personal aversion to jewelry of any kind - including my wedding ring. I have worn a wristwatch once in the past 50 years, a necklace once for a day and eventually I removed my wedding ring because it irritated me. Not wearing a wedding caused my wife some displeasure so on our 50th wedding anniversary I got the tat shown below. Does this mean I am demon possessed?
my finger.jpg

To quote Moses from a previous comment,
"I believe tattoos certainly are an outward manifestation of what is on the heart. "
.
 
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SophieT

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#11
all this is is a distraction from the real luciferian system that is control of most of the world.

when i was a teenager back in the 80's, the " youth pastors" would come around and tell us we were going to hell if we listened to guns n roses, had long hair and smoked cigs..

nothing about faith in Christ, nothing about not conforming to world's ways of selfisness and greed, not loving our neighbor as ourselves.
just get a hair cut and throw out that demon music....
yup

you forgot no dancing ;)
 
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SophieT

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#12
Lots of grey area on this subject. Tattoos can be demonic symbols, signs of gang membership, murder (tear drop on the face), savage beating of another person ( spider web on an elbow) - the list goes on. Personally I don't really care for them - a waste of money plus they are permanent.

With that said I have a personal aversion to jewelry of any kind - including my wedding ring. I have worn a wristwatch once in the past 50 years, a necklace once for a day and eventually I removed my wedding ring because it irritated me. Not wearing a wedding caused my wife some displeasure so on our 50th wedding anniversary I got the tat shown below. Does this mean I am demon possessed?
View attachment 228401

To quote Moses from a previous comment,
"I believe tattoos certainly are an outward manifestation of what is on the heart. "
.
I'm the same way. (only no tat). I never or seldom wear jewellery at home xcept maybe for earrings and always take off even my wedding ring, but wear it out in public. I just am too active to cart around jewellery for nothing LOL!

my husband stopped wearing his ring years back after nearly loosing his finger. I'm not worried about it

ps..when people start with the devil here and the devil there and a demon under every rock and peering at you from your kitchen cubboard, it is often an indication they need more of Christ and less of the devil
 
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kaylagrl

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#14
This CC Forum seems to be like a wild glass menagerie. You can see that there are all kinds of ‘people’ here. Those normal (few) and those ultra-normal (I wouldn’t say abnormal, because that’s a strong word).
Opinions, like ears, everyone has two. ;)


If people cannot accept God’s truth and confess their sins/failures, I wonder how they can call themselves Normal Christians. Is there a kind that can be categorised as Abnormal Christians?
And what, pray tell, is an "abnormal Christian" to your mind?!



The evasions, the obfuscations, the lies, the slanders, the irreverent talk

Lies, slanders, irreverent talk?! That's some pretty serious accusations you've made there. Care to elaborate on who is lying and slandering?!!




the self-justification, the bullying, the extreme paranoia,
Again, care to explain what you're talking about, or who you are talking about?!



the headaches & tears (from feminine or effeminate people, not sure); the inability to submit to truth — what can I say?
Seriously, what's your issue with women?!!! Tears? What in the world are you talking about? You're not even making sense.


I feel these ultra-normal people should interact with real, live, flesh-and-blood Christian folks in their community, and not escape into the frivolous world of virtual reality. :cool::cool:
Ultra normal? lol I think some people should keep their ignorant opinions and prejudices against women to themselves. :cool::cool::cool:
 

gb9

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I'm the same way. (only no tat). I never or seldom wear jewellery at home xcept maybe for earrings and always take off even my wedding ring, but wear it out in public. I just am too active to cart around jewellery for nothing LOL!

my husband stopped wearing his ring years back after nearly loosing his finger. I'm not worried about it

ps..when people start with the devil here and the devil there and a demon under every rock and peering at you from your kitchen cubboard, it is often an indication they need more of Christ and less of the devil

He who is in you is stronger than he who is in the world.
 
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kaylagrl

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I believe tattoos certainly are an outward manifestation of what is on the heart. The Spaniards were right on the subject. Just as circumcision was given by God as a symbol of what is to take place spiritually in our hearts, tattoos are a symbol (presumably given by demons for the most part) of the sorry spiritual state of our degenerate hearts, and why they need renewal.

I can't understand why one whose heart is renewed would vandalise God's temple with pagan symbolism.

And if a person wears a cross? A butterfly? Something not pagan? You believe that would send a person to hell?
 

DeanM

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Im not pious enough to post on this thread. Back to the abnormal for me. 🙋‍♂️
 

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Some people here think that having tattoos is just a worldly fad. I would like to enlighten them on the subject.
Praying that they will be humble and learn the truth, accept the truth, and repent.
May God grant that repentance!

Here is the subject...for your enlightenment! (I have studied the subject at length! This is from 6 years ago, and I stand by it.)

TATTOOS AND DEMON POSSESSION

It is a sad fact that the ‘tattoo-trend’ is picking up fast all around the world. A few visits to Twitter will show you huge numbers of teens (and those in their 20s and 30s) of this lost generation obsessed about tattoos. In fact the teenage craving for having more tattoos is indicative of either psychological debilitation or something more sinister. Though parents and employers frown upon tattoos, knowing fully well that they are marks of deviance and rebellion, it seems that the liberal (and Satan-inspired) media is promoting the ‘tattoo-trend’, along with a whole bunch of ignorant celebrities in the film world, the music arena and the sports field. However, tattoos reflect more than teenage rebellion. They are indicative of the deep and dark evil known as ‘demon possession’.

Historical research has borne out that tattoos bear the mark of demonism, Baal worship, shamanism, cannibalism, occultism, and many vile pagan beliefs and practices. The tattooist in many pagan cultures is a shaman, magic-man, witch-doctor, (pagan) priest or priestess. A shaman is an intermediary between the natural and supernatural worlds, who uses magic to cure illnesses, foretell the future, control spiritual forces, etc.

Tattooing is a magical rite in pagan cultures, and the tattooist is the priest or shaman. In Fiji, Formosa (Taiwan), New Zealand, and among the North American Indian tribes, tattooing was regarded as a religious ceremony and performed by the pagan priests or priestesses. The actual tattooing process was a complex ritual, the secret being known only to the priestly (shaman, witch-doctor) caste. Historically, tattooing originated in ancient rites of scarification and blood-letting which were supposed to put the human soul in touch with supernatural forces and ensure continuity between this life and the next.

The tattoo is more than just a layer of ink cut into the skin. It was a vehicle for pagan spiritual and religious invocations – a bridge into the supernatural world. Infamous witch Laurie Cabot (of Salem, Massachusetts) writes: “The origins of tattooing came from ancient magical practices.”

The native tribes in North America believed in tattoing the temples, foreheads and cheeks of those suffering from headaches and toothaches. They believed that aches and illnesses were caused by malevolent spirits. Songs and dances meant to exorcise the demons accompanied the tattooing ceremony.

Tattooing was intended to make the body a ‘fit home’ for the spirit who dwelt in it. Tribal tattoos are designs that bear symbolical mystical and occult meanings. In short, they are channels of spiritual and demonic possession.

Tattoos involve the drawing of blood, which in the pagan world is seen as a rejuvenating and immortalizing factor. According to research expert and renowned author, Wilfrid Hambly (“The History of Tattooing”), the tattoos are actually inlets for evil to enter. Interestingly, we hear of tattoo artists who allow their clients’ demons to help guide the tattoo needle.

According to Hambly, tattooing was supposed to confer superhuman strength, ensure the survival of the soul after death, identify the soul in the hereafter, ensure the protection of the so-called ‘deity'(i.e. the totemic animal or spirit guardian), confer occult powers, etc.
According to Steve Gilbert (‘Tattoo History: A Source Book’): “When Cortez and his conquistadors arrived on the coast of Mexico in 1519, they were horrified to discover that natives not only worshipped devils in the form of status and idols, but also had somehow managed to imprint indelible images of these idols on their skin. The Spaniards, who had never heard of tattooing, recognized it at once as the work of Satan.”
According to Jean-Christ Miller (‘The Body Art Book’): “Tattoos act as protective and empowering talismans for the wearer. There are some body artists who perform ritual tattoos, piercing, brandings and cuttings. They may suggest you consult your astrological chart to pick the right time to get your body art. They will burn incense, light candles . . .”

The tattoo has never been associated with Christianity, though many pseudo-christians sport it. History has shown that whenever tattooed pagan tribes were converted to Christianity, without exception, one of the first pagan practices to disappear was the tattoo. Why? Because, unlike today’s foolish “tattooed” pseudo-christians, the converted pagan knew in his heart that the tattoo was against the Word of God. The Holy Spirit convinced the converted pagan that tattoos were taboo! Today’s shameless pseudo-christians don’t seem to understand that: “You cannot drink the cup of the Lord, and the cup of devils: you cannot be partakers of the Lord’s table, and of the table of devils.” 1 Corinthians 10:21.

Some of the gross face tattoos that we see on Twitter and other social networking sites clearly prove that Satan is the author of tattoos, piercings and other disfigurements of the flesh. But will people learn the truth? Alas, the majority won’t, because they are blinded by the devil.

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LET US BE WARNED!
No, tattoos confer nothing but ink onto the skin of the recipient. Spirit possession comes from opening one's self up to demons, by whatever form that takes, whether getting tattoos, engaging in seances, or simply a request for demonic power. It's never good to pursue worldly practices once one has become born again, and such things should be discouraged, whether secular music, tattoos, or language that is unbecoming.

But let it be known that doing artwork on the skin bears no relation to demonism. There may be legitimate reasons for a Christian to get a tattoo, whether out of remembrance of something, cosmetic purpose, or maybe as a model or band member.

If one is trying to reach out to the world, a Christian may become "like them" to some degree, to win them. We shouldn't fear-monger or place condemnation on Christians--just encourage them to live holy lives and keep their mind singularly on Christ.
 
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Lots of grey area on this subject. Tattoos can be demonic symbols, signs of gang membership, murder (tear drop on the face), savage beating of another person ( spider web on an elbow) - the list goes on. Personally I don't really care for them - a waste of money plus they are permanent.

With that said I have a personal aversion to jewelry of any kind - including my wedding ring. I have worn a wristwatch once in the past 50 years, a necklace once for a day and eventually I removed my wedding ring because it irritated me. Not wearing a wedding caused my wife some displeasure so on our 50th wedding anniversary I got the tat shown below. Does this mean I am demon possessed?
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To quote Moses from a previous comment,
"I believe tattoos certainly are an outward manifestation of what is on the heart. "
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Since you asked the question, and since I started the OP, I must say that a ring would have been far better. It's actually kind of stupid to tattoo 50. Because if you've been married 55 years, and you have a 50 tat, I wonder what your wife will think of it! Tattoos, to put it mildly, are stupid!