Apostle Selman’s Teaching On Tattoos Resurfaces As Pastor Kingsley Okonkwo Faces Backlash

• Apostle Joshua Selman’s old sermon has resurfaced online amid discussions on tattoos in the church.
• The renewed interest follows Pastor Kingsley Okonkwo’s recent tattoo reveal.
• Selman addressed the topic of tattoos, specifically regarding their spiritual implications.

An old sermon by Apostle Joshua Selman, the founder of Eternity Network International and Koinonia, has gained renewed attention online amid discussions about tattoos in the church, following Pastor Kingsley Okonkwo’s recent tattoo reveal.

In the sermon, Selman addressed a question about tattoos, clarifying that markings made before becoming a born-again Christian carry no spiritual consequences.

However, he cautioned believers against getting tattoos after salvation, emphasizing that the concern is less about sin and more about exercising wisdom.

He explained that while certain actions may be permissible, they can still influence how others perceive a Christian’s faith and ministry.

To illustrate his point, Selman referenced the biblical parable of the ten bridesmaids, highlighting how even those deemed righteous can face setbacks due to unwise choices.

He suggested that visible changes, such as tattoos, could undermine credibility when preaching or praying for others, and encouraged Christians to avoid decisions that might create unnecessary doubt.

Selman also urged believers to prioritize inner transformation over outward appearances, warning against blindly following foreign trends that could weaken spiritual authority and respect for God’s principles.

According to him, true spiritual power stems from prayer, reflection, and a heart aligned with God, rather than from external alterations.

This sermon has resurfaced at a time when Pastor Kingsley Okonkwo of David Christian Centre (DCC) also Burna Boy’s uncle has drawn both criticism and support after revealing a tattoo of John 3:16 on his arm. While some see it as conflicting with biblical teachings on body markings, others view it as a creative method of sharing the gospel.

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@Olivia Carter:”I am from the West and I will say, Nigeria you have something beautiful. Do not take everything you see in the West and follow it. The Glory has lifted and is resting on your continent, if youre foolish because you dont know who you are Asia is being prepared. Do not play with this grace. The Bible does not say a lot of things but once it distracts from the message it becomes a sin.”

@iveren_tomori:”This is exactly my point. Not everything that is allowed is helpful especially for a Spiritual Leader. True wisdom is choosing what builds character and strengthens spiritual life, not just what is permissible. Thank you AJA for adding your voice to this so that some young believers aren’t confused.”

@otunbaolainukan_:”Apt! If you like, tell me you became a believer the day I was born, be a daddy G.O, what is morally wrong in the kingdom is wrong, especially for the office you occupy. If you like, draw Jesus in a manger on your body, Oga sir, it is wrong!!!. We will protect our church.”

@markkalu1:”That pastor doesn’t know what he has started oo.. worldliness being allowed gradually into the church and we defend it.. thank God it’s just marriage he teaches…”

@carolineoshodi:”Lev 19:28 Ye shall not make any cuttings in your flesh for the dead, nor print any marks upon you: I [am] the LORD.”

@mosesonofegharamoz:”To be honest this matter is actually very straightforward. This is not even one of the topics to quote 1 Cor 10:23 for. It is clearly written in Leviticus 19:28.”