A Christian cleric, Esiri Kesiena, has shared his perspective on the recent controversy surrounding Kingsley Okonkwo after the latter openly announced that he drew tattoos on his body.
Rev. Kesiena addressed the issue during a recent teaching, where he explained from a scriptural standpoint why getting a tattoo is not necessarily a sin, while also identifying what he described as a key error in the way the matter was handled publicly.
According to him, the Bible does not expressly condemn tattoos, noting that many believers often misinterpret certain scriptures without considering historical and cultural contexts
He stated that, on this basis, he could not judge Pastor Okonkwo for his personal decision to get a tattoo.
This is why I can’t judge him, Rev. Kesiena said, stressing that salvation and spirituality are not determined by outward appearances or body markings.
He further emphasised that the issue should not be reduced to condemnation or online outrage, but rather approached with wisdom, balance and sound biblical understanding.
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