# I couldent stop my friend Julia from getting a tattoo **URL:** \ **Category:** Theology\ **Created:** [September 23, 2026, 2:08pm UTC](https://forums.crosswalk.com/t/i-couldent-stop-my-friend-julia-from-getting-a-tattoo/20604 "2026-09-23T14:08:09Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 11\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![Holy999](https://forums.crosswalk.com/user_avatar/forums.crosswalk.com/holy999/32/7737_2.png) [@Holy999](https://forums.crosswalk.com/u/Holy999)\ **Post date:** [September 23, 2026, 2:08pm UTC](https://forums.crosswalk.com/t/i-couldent-stop-my-friend-julia-from-getting-a-tattoo/20604/1 "2026-09-23T14:08:09Z")
i feel like the digimon patamon to weak . but not when im on my my adhd asperger medication i mean its too late im an angel but my heart its hurt i cannot recover. she did that choice. i tried to speak with her and speak with the bottom of my heart. i thought my love and such and directness about god and jesus talk could reach her. but she was wrapped in darkness and my eyes couldent reach her. just like i failed my little sister tattoo and my other friend online tattoo. im a failure i got no excuse. i wish you can at least pray for me to get the pain out of my heart. ---
**Author:** ![Holy999](https://forums.crosswalk.com/user_avatar/forums.crosswalk.com/holy999/32/7737_2.png) [@Holy999](https://forums.crosswalk.com/u/Holy999)\ **Post date:** [September 23, 2026, 2:12pm UTC](https://forums.crosswalk.com/t/i-couldent-stop-my-friend-julia-from-getting-a-tattoo/20604/2 "2026-09-23T14:12:03Z")
write a line or two give me your support- ---
**Author:** ![TheologyNerd](https://forums.crosswalk.com/letter_avatar_proxy/v4/letter/t/96bed5/32.png) [@TheologyNerd](https://forums.crosswalk.com/u/TheologyNerd)\ **Post date:** [September 23, 2026, 2:23pm UTC](https://forums.crosswalk.com/t/i-couldent-stop-my-friend-julia-from-getting-a-tattoo/20604/3 "2026-09-23T14:23:29Z")
If you need to take medication, continue to take it. And if you need it, be in continual dialogue with a medical professional as it pertains to your mental health needs. Nobody here is a qualified medical professional that knows your specific needs or your situation. As far as people in your life getting tattoos. That’s not your responsibility, and they aren’t doing anything wrong. This seems to be a subject that brings you a great deal of grief, which is why it is important that you work through this with a qualified medical professional. Spiritually speaking, do you have a good pastor you can get spiritual counseling with and work through the spiritual aspect of these issues? ---
**Author:** ![Holy999](https://forums.crosswalk.com/user_avatar/forums.crosswalk.com/holy999/32/7737_2.png) [@Holy999](https://forums.crosswalk.com/u/Holy999)\ **Post date:** [September 23, 2026, 3:06pm UTC](https://forums.crosswalk.com/t/i-couldent-stop-my-friend-julia-from-getting-a-tattoo/20604/4 "2026-09-23T15:06:17Z")
its a sin-its a sin-its a sin-its a sin-its a sin-its a sin- ---
**Author:** ![Holy999](https://forums.crosswalk.com/user_avatar/forums.crosswalk.com/holy999/32/7737_2.png) [@Holy999](https://forums.crosswalk.com/u/Holy999)\ **Post date:** [September 23, 2026, 3:06pm UTC](https://forums.crosswalk.com/t/i-couldent-stop-my-friend-julia-from-getting-a-tattoo/20604/5 "2026-09-23T15:06:32Z")
its a sin-its a sin-its a sin-its a sin-its a sin-its a sin-its a sin-its a sin-its a sin-its a sin- ---
**Author:** ![TheologyNerd](https://forums.crosswalk.com/letter_avatar_proxy/v4/letter/t/96bed5/32.png) [@TheologyNerd](https://forums.crosswalk.com/u/TheologyNerd)\ **Post date:** [September 24, 2026, 2:56am UTC](https://forums.crosswalk.com/t/i-couldent-stop-my-friend-julia-from-getting-a-tattoo/20604/6 "2026-09-24T02:56:23Z")
It’s not though. The Jews, under the Old Covenant, were forbidden from cultic markings of the flesh, including tattoos and scarification. In the same breath that the Torah forbade this, it also forbids trimming the sides of the beard–which is why Hasidic Jewish men, even today, have characteristic hair locks. Christians are not under the Old Covenant, but under a New Covenant. The matter of tattoos is not a matter of Law, but a matter of conscience. In the same way that the foods we eat, the clothing we wear, the things we drink, and the days we observe are a matter of conscience, not commandment. This is very clearly an issue that concerns you greatly, as such you should abide by your conscience and avoid tattoos. This is also why I suggest you work through these things, spiritually and biblically, through the spiritual counsel of a pastor, a properly trained and ordained minister of the Holy Gospel who can minister the things of God to your soul. This is one of the reasons why the Church calls and ordains ministers, their job is to be shepherds of Christ’s flock, to care for Christ’s little lambs. This is also why I advised working with a qualified medical professional. As someone who struggles with my own mental health, my suggestion does not come from a position of criticism, but as a fellow patient and sufferer. Unfortunately when it comes to mental and spiritual health, there are forms of religion which are profane through legalistic and moralistic, unlawful and un-Christian, demands. Those forms of religion which teach “don’t touch” and “don’t eat”. But what God desires is not outward shows of religious piety; but inward piety through a repentant and penitent heart and disposition, which trusts and relies on mercy, hopes in grace, and abides in the Cross of Jesus Christ. Find your comfort in Jesus Christ. And when it comes to your neighbor, your job is to love them, not control their behavior. Put your trust in Jesus Christ, and allow the Holy Spirit to minister His peace to your heart, and give peace to your mind. Let us pray. O God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, You are Mighty to save, and quick to forgive. Your mercies are endless and never ceasing. You have sent Your Son, Jesus Christ, to be our Shepherd, Teacher, and Lord; showing us the way by which to love You with our whole hearts, with all our minds, with all our strength, and with all our soul; and to love our neighbors as ourselves. He has shown us what it means to walk according to Your will, in loving obedience, even to the point of the pain and suffering of the Cross. And You have vindicated Him, having raised Him up from the dead, to show forth Your power, and the victory which is from You over sin, death, hell, and the devil. And He, having ascended, sits and reigns with You in the highest heavens. And we have received the precious and holy gift of Your Holy Spirit, whom Christ promised, poured out in abundance upon and for Your Church, in order that He should come and dwell in our hearts, convict us through the Law of our transgressions, draw us to repentance, and confessing the Holy Name of Jesus Christ. That through the precious Gospel of Your Mercy You have adopted us as sons and heirs, through Christ Your only-begotten, and the Holy Spirit bears witness within us, through faith, that we belong to Him, and in Him, we are Yours–forever and ever according to the riches of Your grace. Hold us and keep us, Almighty and Loving God. Preserve us through all trial and tribulation, deliver us from evil, defend us against the evil one; and may we always lean upon You through every affliction. Yours is the kingdom, the glory, and the power, forever and ever. In the Name of the Father, Son, and the Holy Spirit. As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be. Amen. ---
**Author:** ![PeterC](https://forums.crosswalk.com/user_avatar/forums.crosswalk.com/peterc/32/7200_2.png) [@PeterC](https://forums.crosswalk.com/u/PeterC)\ **Post date:** [September 24, 2026, 7:49am UTC](https://forums.crosswalk.com/t/i-couldent-stop-my-friend-julia-from-getting-a-tattoo/20604/7 "2026-09-24T07:49:35Z")
> [@Holy999](#): > > its a sin-its a sin-its a sin-its a sin-its a sin-its a sin-its a sin-its a sin-its a sin-its a sin- Not correct.@TheologyNerd is telling you the truth. And yes, please take your medication. God gave us the ability to produce it. Be blessed, be a blessing. Peter ---
**Author:** ![Bruce\_Leiter](https://forums.crosswalk.com/user_avatar/forums.crosswalk.com/bruce_leiter/32/2575_2.png) [@Bruce\_Leiter](https://forums.crosswalk.com/u/Bruce_Leiter)\ **Post date:** [September 29, 2026, 8:32pm UTC](https://forums.crosswalk.com/t/i-couldent-stop-my-friend-julia-from-getting-a-tattoo/20604/8 "2026-09-29T20:32:24Z")
Holy999, you did not fail. God has called all Christians to be his witnesses, who do not seek to change others; that is God’s job. A witness only tells what he believes and has experienced. God will use our witness to work in people’s lives. Think of yourself as a seed-scatterer; God will plant the seeds of our witness and make them grow, perhaps years later. Jesus says to the disciples and us before his ascension, Act 1:8 But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you, and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the end of the earth.” ---
**Author:** ![Oakback](https://forums.crosswalk.com/letter_avatar_proxy/v4/letter/o/dbc845/32.png) [@Oakback](https://forums.crosswalk.com/u/Oakback)\ **Post date:** [September 29, 2026, 11:42pm UTC](https://forums.crosswalk.com/t/i-couldent-stop-my-friend-julia-from-getting-a-tattoo/20604/9 "2026-09-29T23:42:02Z")
I think your desire for the well-being of your friend is commendable. As is your desire to please our Good Lord. To do His will. It’s been my experience that an understanding of His will, becomes clearer with the help of wise counsel. (We are not designed to go it alone.) Be gentle with yourself. We know His yoke should not be heavy for us. I believe you have received some valuable advice. Peace ---
**Author:** ![JennyLynne](https://forums.crosswalk.com/user_avatar/forums.crosswalk.com/jennylynne/32/6210_2.png) [@JennyLynne](https://forums.crosswalk.com/u/JennyLynne)\ **Post date:** [September 30, 2026, 8:20am UTC](https://forums.crosswalk.com/t/i-couldent-stop-my-friend-julia-from-getting-a-tattoo/20604/10 "2026-09-30T08:20:34Z")
> **[What Does the Bible Say About Tattoos? Top Scriptures](https://www.biblestudytools.com/topical-verses/what-does-the-bible-say-about-tattoos/)** > > As tattoos grow in popularity each year, Christians wonder what the Bible has to say about tattoos. The short answer is that the Bible does not say anything clear on whether it is a sin or not. > **[What Does the Bible Say about Tattoos? Top Scriptures Quotes](https://www.christianity.com/wiki/sin/bible-say-about-tattoos.html)** > > Obtaining a tattoo can spark gospel-centered conversation and act as a missional ice-breaker, but Christians without tattoos are identifiable without ink on their skin. It is all about the heart that declares Christ's name. > **[Top Bible Verses About Tattoos - Helpful Scriptures](https://www.biblestudytools.com/topical-verses/bible-verses-about-tattoos/)** > > As the popularity of tattoos continues to increase, many Christians wonder what the Bible has to say about tattoos. Here are some Bible verses to help guide your decision on getting on a tattoo. > **[Can Someone Get to Heaven with Tattoos?](https://www.christianity.com/wiki/heaven-and-hell/can-someone-get-to-heaven-with-tattoos.html)** > > Tattoos are not “wrong” in and of themselves. As always, one has to examine his or her heart. Once you are saved, nothing can prohibit you from entering heaven and being with Christ forever. ---
**Author:** ![DaughterOfEve24](https://forums.crosswalk.com/letter_avatar_proxy/v4/letter/d/5f8ce5/32.png) [@DaughterOfEve24](https://forums.crosswalk.com/u/DaughterOfEve24)\ **Post date:** [September 30, 2026, 3:37pm UTC](https://forums.crosswalk.com/t/i-couldent-stop-my-friend-julia-from-getting-a-tattoo/20604/11 "2026-09-30T15:37:43Z")
Praying you will find peace. Seems like you are dealing with a lot of guilt and anxiety right now. Jesus’ burden is gentle, and I know he wouldn’t want you to live under this weight. 🙏 Reach out to in-person friends and your church community if you can, but know that you can always come to this forum for support as well.