I used to have 5 brain tumors… I have 2 left to go. I had thoughts of suicide in the past, lost my hearing, and even have seizures now. If you’re reading this I hope things get better for you fam. We gotta go through hard times to see the good times. I plan on being the first deaf artist one day 🙏one love and God bless up
Quick reminder to everyone that, “The Lord is close to the brokenhearted; he rescues those whose spirits are crushed.” - Psalm 34:18 Even at your lowest God is still there for you. You’re loved and Jesus is coming back soon 🤍🤍
Yes He rescues the brokenhearted to MEND their heart So you have to commit to working and submitting to Him to mend your heart by committing to living Holy
We need to look at that leviticus verse and to look at the context in which that was written. Also understand that was the mosaic law and in that same passage they say not to get haircuts and eat meat that haven't been drained of it’s blood. In that time people were getting tattoos of idols. At the end of the day it's about the HEART. You might not have tatts but still have an evil heart. Relationship>Religion
It's not the fact that we are not under the law no more but it's more of the principle behind it. The fact that we get tattoos is really still a flesh issue and other scriptures that speak on how our body is the temple etc etc such as 1 John 2:15-17 says do not love the things of the world, and how the 3 things that the devil uses to reach us, lust of the flesh, eyes and pride of life. I'm not saying tattoos are a sin but more of the fact that its really a flesh issue and you really can't come up with any good argument to say it's ok. I'm not being religious here because I also have tattoos as well and don't want to get more because there is no other reason than the fact that the flesh lusts to have it also we are considered holy by God which means to be set apart, set aside for God's sacred use, the question left to ask is why do I need tattoos, is It because the world is doing it or because my flesh desires it and we can't avoid the the other fact that we do it for image purpose as well, nobody can truly say o I just got it because it's just a tattoo lol. We are to set an example to the world and say we are not the same. If we already have them it is what it is but behold the old has gone and I am now made new I have Christ why do I need a tattoo. Of course we can go on and on and I get it we all have struggles so like I mentioned I have tattoos no judgment intended and throwing religion out the window just another way of thinking about it. I am now the property of God, as Paul also states all things are permissible but not all things are beneficial. Much love lecrae, love your work brother keep shining your light!
@@mandoramos4229 the context in which our body is the temple of the Lord is in reference to sexual immorality. Not what you're saying. Understand the word of the Lord.
Amen brother! I got a tattoo to cover up a scar. I got a Rose with Jesus wrote inside it. They didn't want to put a name inside it, but I got it in Faith of the Lord healing my back and for 25 years He has, Amen. Great to see you are doing well. God bless you and your family ✝️
My heart melted when he said his wife was happy with ring. Love that... ❤ we've been married 14.5yrs and it's nice seeing men talk about their wives!! 😇❤
I was going to say to each their own, but then again I felt a little conviction in that. Here is what I'll say, I got tattoos on my arms years back, I regret getting them honestly, sometimes I just want to see my skin without the tattoo.. It's not something you can take off and put back on anytime like a hat or a nice pair of sneaks. So personally, I regret getting my own tattoos. Going forward, I wouldn't get any more of them, not because I regret mines, but as I have become to know Christ more and having been filled with the Holy Spirit, I know that my body is the temple of the Holy Spirit. I wouldn't want to defile my body. Also, when you get tattoos, it's because you want people to see them, but I've come to learn that it's not about me, or being seen, I'm here for one purpose, to worship the God, I'm ok with being in the back and not being seen, it's about the Father, not me. Lastly, it's about not being conformed to the pattern of this world.. Just because it seems cool doesn't mean that it's right, I believe in holiness.. Not saying you can't be holy with tattoos (I have some), but I look at Jesus and His lifestyle and the humility that He had, even being of divine origin. He never marked his body, but he did allow His to be marked and bruised for our iniquities. Just thought I would share this, before you do anything just speak with God first, sometimes we do things outside His will by not speaking to Him first, Acknowledge Him in all your ways and He will direct your path. Peace, love, and blessings. Take care!
I loved this so much. Art says so much about a person especially when it’s on their bodies. Always had respect for you , never stopped and I love this authenticity you’re sharing with the world. After reading Restored it was so comforting to hear how you finally are discovering your true identity in Christ and a fresh perspective on being Unashamed! Man I just have that much more respect for you! #116fam
Tattoos were a killer for me for a long time. I got full sleeve tattoos before becoming a christian. In order to fit into the culture I covered them up because I understood that people will not get me. It was super difficult trying to always cover up my tattoos. Now I dont care about showing my tattoos even my bad cover ups. It is still hard for me because I think it was traumatizing time for me
See the truth is that as a Christian it's wrong to have tattoos, but your case is different bro. You did it before giving your life to christ, now you've given your life to Christ since it's a permanent stuff n can't be cleaned don't feel guilty, wear short sleeves and be fine as far as you're sorry for that and has asked God to Forgive you for it, forget about it. The problem is when you've claimed to have given your life to Christ but still draw it God bless you
I think the verse on Leviticus does that in a show that shines a light on one of the 10 commandments. "I am the Lord thy God: thou shalt not have strange Gods before me." That tattoo becomes your idol. Also that body is the temple of God. It is not ours. God created it hence it is His. It is your duty as a Christian to take care of it
I Don't Believe If You Get A Tattoo As A Christian That You're Going To Hell, But I Also Don't Believe That The Spirit Of The Lord Is Leading Anyone To Get A Tattoo.
That’s the main point!! Who is leading you in this ? God isn’t the author of confusion. And lecrae is making because he don’t understand Leviticus it’s context smh !! It’s not about going to hell it’s about being a representation and walking with God before you get to Heaven !!!
Thank you so much dear... our bodies are THE TEMPLE of THE HOLY SPIRIT... u dont put grafity on the sixteen chapel 🤷🏾♂️🤷🏾♂️🤷🏾♂️😪😪😪 But nowadays christians love to hear what they like. No one wants to sacrifice or just not be a part of the world.
@@fasaionjarvison9752 he didnt say he needed tats. And theres nothing wrong with doing something extra to proclaim the gospel. Its the same as like having a cross necklace or a fish bumper sticker. As long as God is not displeased (in his personal walk) there is no issue. Its ok if tattoos are something you dont agree with. But that depends on YOUR personal walk with God
In that same vein, guess we can’t cut our hair or wear clothes with more than one type of fabric, lets not even get to all the other things that were set in law at that time 😂
"Can't get a haircut or eat shellfish so what are we doing here? Context is everything". Translates directly to "just ignore the bits of the fairytale you don't like."
A guy that works at my bank seen my 116 t-shirt he show me his 116 tattoo on his wrist said he didn't know what would have happened to him if it Wasn't for y'all's music
Amen! Most of us Christians take the Word completely out of context when we quote Leviticus (in the Law) telling New Testament saints what they can and can not do. Also, many of us sleep on the fact that the Law was not even given to anyone BUT the Israelites anyway. So it wasn’t ours as Gentiles to be under in the first place, on top of the fact that Christ did away with the Law through the His blood and the Cross. I know very few of these saints have studied Galatians where Paul says, “for if righteousness comes through the law, then Christ died in vain.”” (Galatians 2:21 NKJV). And also, “Indeed I, Paul, say to you that if you become circumcised, Christ will profit you nothing.” (Galatians 5:2 NKJV). James says, “For whoever shall keep the whole law, and yet stumble in one point, he is guilty of all.” (James 2:10 NKJV). I know good and well the tattoo police aren’t keeping that whole law. Literally, the whole New Test. addresses this stuff. We as the Body have to let God bring us out of this bondage of legalism and religious spirits.
Wow! Back in Nigeria having a tattoo is known as a sin because in the Bible it says your body is the temple of GOD. And therefore I feel we should not defile it. but I ain't gonna stop listening to LECRAE.....GOD BLESS YOU.
Before anybody condemns him for getting tattoos, actually watch the video and listen to what he has to say and why he got them because you might be surprised
No, why when God said not to mark your body or get strange piercings for those are the signs of devil worship the first marking came from God marking kane for what he did tattoos are mocking that it was to show that what he did to his brother to be a example for what life did we create to take it That mark on kane what to remind him of what he did as a bookmark in his life of killing his brother. For it was a punishment and to hold him accountable for his actions . This is why God said art thou thy brothers keepers meaning aren't you supposed to keep thy brother from harm and danger and keep him on the straight and narrow and not MISLEAD HIM. Lecrae is and has misled his brothers to go against God's words of not getting any markings on his and telling anybody to mark their bodies. And you just by listening to him and saying before you say anything about his tattoos listen to him why? So we can be like you and those who made this flesh being your god I think not sir Take this however you wanted be truth is love and I love and those too much to let you follow a false teacher who never wanted to be claimed as a gospel artist when you are what you eat and what you live by once you reject that you have no base nor form of standards to stand on For you will fall for anything and this man will lead you to hell his music talks about Gods people by going against truth when being corrected like what happened to Stephen. This shows you who really lives for Christ their fruits of the Holy Spirit not the fruits of labor that's what kane did showing what he did and done and not going to God to offer up what God blessed him with life. His offering was rejected because he had hatred toward his brother to the point he killed him because he saw a true worshiper who worship God in spirit and in Truth.
@@tonetone86 I didn’t even read you full comment, just the first bit. 1. I get what you mean 2. There is no condemnation for those in Christ Jesus, if Jesus won’t condemn him why do you feel the need to. God can use anyone for His glory. Also did you watch the full video a lot of them have a faith/biblical meaning behind it💓 - it’s one thing to disagree with him, but it’s a whole another thing to condemn his. (The comment you replied him said let’s not condemn him and you said no we should)
@@tonetone86 Bruh, did you even watch the video? The man said it himself, context is key. He said the verse that everybody, and probably you as well, like to refer to for arguing against tattoos, is taken out of context. Later in that chapter it also says to not to cut your hair or to wear clothing made with two types of material. So by that logic, we shouldn’t get haircuts or have some of the clothes we have even if it's completely fine and modest. And he talks about the controversy in the video. Depending on what you get TATTOOS AREN'T BAD. THEY CAN BE A TOOL TO PREACH THE GOSPEL. And you referenced what I said, but you didn't do what I recommended you do because based on your comment, you didn't even watch the video or listen to what he had to say. And you obviously haven't listened to any of his newest music or read any of his books because all of his works points to him being a Christian. I personally know some great Christians who have tattoos. And even Lecrae said that people like you who claim he doesn't preach the gospel anymore, you haven't listened to anything since his Rebel album which was released over 10 years ago. And Lecrae has said, MULTIPLE TIMES that he doesn't want to be labeled a gospel artist because he doesn't want to be put in a box and have that limit who his music gets out to and that label would turn non-Christians off to his music. You also said you love me as a brother in Christ, but you also said "You're going to hell", which is completely contradictory to what you said so you're being hypocritical. And only God knows the heart and his true intentions, so who are you to judge? So please don't condemn him or others for something like that because that is not what God calls us to do and please do your research next time. And just remember, the same way you judge him and others is the same way God is gonna judge you (Matthew 7:1-2)
I got 116 Clique tatt'd on my neck years ago when I discovered Christian Rap and turned my life around and committed to believe and follow Jesus Christ.
@@liliakachildofgod364 Did you even watch the video? He said context is key and in the same chapter that the verse that everybody refers to also says to not cut your hair. So if we're going by that logic, you shouldn't get haircuts. And as long as the tattoo isn't of anything bad, there's nothing wrong with getting a tattoo. They can actually be a tool for preaching the gospel. I know some great Christians who have tattoos. And in 1 Corinthians 6:19-20, they were more specifically talking in regards to sexual things. And tattoos are not destroying your body. It's literally just getting a picture or words printed on your body, there's nothing wrong with that unless what you're putting on is bad or inappropriate
@@joncpreaching You're putting words in my mouth because I never said Lecrae has the final say. He was using Scripture to back up what he was saying and I agree with him. And he had biblical/faith-based reasoning for a lot of his tattoos. I've said this before, and I'll say it again, TATTOOS CAN BE A TOOL TO PREACH THE GOSPEL. And you also just judged me by saying what you did. I personally know some great, people who are God-fearing, Bible-beliving Christians who have tattoos. They are great role models and have a strong faith with God and they're perfectly fine with those tattoos. Tattoos, unless what you're getting tattooed is bad or inappropriate, aren't bad. By that logic, we shouldn't decorate our Christmas tree or draw/write on a piece of paper. All tattoos are are just words or a picture being printed onto your body, and it could be something really nice and sweet. Some people get tattoos to pay homage to loved ones that have passed away, their spouse, etc. And just like I said earlier, tattoos can be a tool to preach the gospel. And also, the Bible says that man looks at outward appearance (which is what you're doing) but God looks past all that and looks at the heart and there is no condemnation for those in Christ Jesus
@@joncpreaching Since when did I say tattoos win over souls? I said it can be an opportunity to share the gospel. If you get something tattooed on related to your faith or just generally faith related, and someone sees it, they could very likely ask you what it means to you, why you got it, and that's an opportunity to share the gospel with them. Also, we can't win people over, only God can do that. A lot of the verses people use for against tattoos are taken out of context. And yes, I have read the old testament. And you yourself are being hypocritical because you yourself said you have two tattoos, but you're advertising against them. So the logic doesn't line up. And also in that same chapter of that verse that everybody likes to use against tattoos (Leviticus 19:28), it also said that you shouldn't cut the sides of your hair, you shouldn't wear clothes made with more than one material, and we shouldn't plant a garden with more than one kind of plant. So by that logic, you shouldn't get your hair cut, you shouldn't wear a shirt or piece of clothing that is 100% cotton or polyester, or something like that even if it's completely fine and modest, and you shouldn't have a garden with more than one kind of fruit or vegetable. You can go look that up, I'm not exaggerating that. And also, the disciples didn't have tattoos because they didn't really need or want them. There were a lot more Christians back then. Statistics have shown that the number of Christians in the world has been going down, so a faith related tatoo is likely to be more effective now that it was 2,000 years ago. And let me ask you this since you asked me a question, how do tattoos defile your body? Other than the pain you get from when they're putting it on and the few weeks or so after you get it, it doesn't hurt you or your body. People don't get tattoos to hurt themselves, they get them because they want some words or pictures on their body, they don't do it to defile themselves, which is what the people were doing when God said that verse (Leviticus 19:28). Since when have you heard someone go, "Hey, I wanna go get a tattoo to defile myself". And by that logic again, you shouldn't draw on yourself for fun, even if you have no bad intent or put any kind of makeup on. The logic you're presenting is weak and doesn't make sense
OMG I been wanting the 11six tattoo since I was in the 7th grade literally you and Tedashii were the first people I saw with the tattoo and I thought that it was cool
Somebody Please Let Me Know When Did The Children Of Israel And The Earlier Church Start Getting Tattoos The Honor The Most High? Do You Think That The Apostles And Disciples Would Have Gotten Tattoos?
I don’t have any tattoos nor do I plan on having any. Sadly a lot of opportunities will be lost by our youth trying to mimic superstars with unidentifiable skin color due to too many tattoos…
I always seen tattoos as a form of art. You have to be careful of who tattoos you, because you are carrying that person art with you 4 ever. If you're gonna get it make sure you want to keep it 4 LYFE. Adorne yourself well if you dare to.
Leviticus shouldn’t be quoted as he’s right that it applied to the Jewish people as part of their civil law. However, the main reason that tattoos are frowned upon is because they mark up your body which is the living temple of God. That being said, it’s not immoral to get a tattoo, as long as it’s not of anything demonic.
Lecrae used to be A Rebel, but now he's conformed to the culture. These are his Own Lyrics From His Album Rebel and now he's went away from his those convictions. Because he allowed the world to influence him. He's used to be genuine and now his lyrics are confusing... Everyone the same, everybody do the same stuff Tattoos, piercings, smoking up and drinking Money and sex, plus them extravagant weekends Man if that's the high life I'll puff puff pass that You live evaporated like missing a gas cap I guess I'm past that, I'm in rebellion
Lol. My ears were pierced and I had tats when I wrote that. I was trying to articulate that if you think tattoos are rebellious they aren’t. EVERYONE is doing that. Being a rebel is walking out your faith.
Bro if this is really you... I remember the way I used to feel when you were screaming Unashamed and you even talked about your Indwelling sins on that album. I understand you are on a journey but that Lecrae was the one who inspired me to do Go Hard Or Go Home.
Alright lecrae lovin this TH-cam wish more artists would put stuff out personal like cause then we get to get a feel for who the person is behind the music
Well I've been waiting for this as well I had just got my last tattoo about a month ago it was a angel sitting on top of the cross. That's when my sister had pointed me to the biggest chapter 19 chapter 28 it's about not marking yo your body with Goldy things it hurt my feelings since I'm more in touch with my feelings now ever since my accident about three years ago it really changed my whole life around you know that I didn't want to get married back in the day but now that's all I want I want my first marriage to be my only marriage and I just want about two more kids I just want my daughter then I'll be done making babies So anyways God bless you brother and your beautiful family brother 🕊️
Just know God made you perfect and made you from his imagine, and if God wanted you to have all these markings on your body, you would have came out of your mother tatted up, you don’t need to put all this stuff on your body God already made you perfectly - stick with that🔥✝️
@@roro6064 never states that it has to be permanent, says not to do it. You don't know how long god wants your hair or beard to grow because I'm sure you have had a couple haircuts in your day.
@@EnterTainment-vv1qs Yeah he’s a member of Kappa Alpha Psi but he never talks about it and in this video he completely ignored talking about that “K” brand on his arm.
We as Christians have NO reason to justify marking up our bodies. Read the Old AND New testament and STOP BEING LED ASTRAY BY THOSE LOVING THE WORLD AND TRYING TO MAKE IT HIP AND COOL FOR CHRISTIANS 🙏🏽.
i got a half sleeve idea that's crazy detailed and i think this video was God's way of saying tattoos aren't against him, but rather him living not only within you, but on and through you. i was also planning on getting the 1•1•Six on my trap coming up from the sleeve on my right arm, hopefully allowing it to flow off of the UNASHAMED on my tricep. the half sleeve is basically the stairs climbing to heaven's gates, and on the stairs, i have the verses that God has given me to testify and spread his word since my salvation. the 1•1•Six is the tricky one bc instead of the S having the tail, i was planning on the X to have the tail, and double it kinda scratchy like the cross, and Jesus would be carrying the cross, and the backend of the cross would whip around in a way to become Cavalry Road.
It was my 9th grade I started listening to Lecrae, ever since I fell in love with 116 and the boys and I always wanted to get a tattoo. but I didn't know Christ full (yk going to church as a religious kid) now I'm reading bible so imma get a 1.1.Six tattoo.
I used to have 5 brain tumors… I have 2 left to go. I had thoughts of suicide in the past, lost my hearing, and even have seizures now. If you’re reading this I hope things get better for you fam. We gotta go through hard times to see the good times. I plan on being the first deaf artist one day 🙏one love and God bless up
Praying for you to be restored by the blood of Jesus!!! He will get you through 🙌🏽🙌🏽
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@@lynn6403 straight facts
May the Lord of healing see you through, and grant you healing,Amen.
Thank you! God bless you Dave 🙏🏻❤️
Quick reminder to everyone that, “The Lord is close to the brokenhearted; he rescues those whose spirits are crushed.” - Psalm 34:18
Even at your lowest God is still there for you. You’re loved and Jesus is coming back soon 🤍🤍
Oh Gosh I needed this scripture SO much, you don’t even understand. Thank you and God Bless❤️
My fave verse!
@@Talee123 np, all glory and honor be to God almighty ❤️ hope whatever you’re going through gets better 💫
Yes He rescues the brokenhearted to MEND their heart
So you have to commit to working and submitting to Him to mend your heart by committing to living Holy
Nonsense.
We need to look at that leviticus verse and to look at the context in which that was written. Also understand that was the mosaic law and in that same passage they say not to get haircuts and eat meat that haven't been drained of it’s blood.
In that time people were getting tattoos of idols.
At the end of the day it's about the HEART. You might not have tatts but still have an evil heart. Relationship>Religion
Amen. They were actually CUTTING themselves to mourn the dead. Very different. Also God wanted the Jews to be a very distinct people.
@@LecraeOfficial Amen 💯.
It's not the fact that we are not under the law no more but it's more of the principle behind it. The fact that we get tattoos is really still a flesh issue and other scriptures that speak on how our body is the temple etc etc such as 1 John 2:15-17 says do not love the things of the world, and how the 3 things that the devil uses to reach us, lust of the flesh, eyes and pride of life. I'm not saying tattoos are a sin but more of the fact that its really a flesh issue and you really can't come up with any good argument to say it's ok. I'm not being religious here because I also have tattoos as well and don't want to get more because there is no other reason than the fact that the flesh lusts to have it also we are considered holy by God which means to be set apart, set aside for God's sacred use, the question left to ask is why do I need tattoos, is It because the world is doing it or because my flesh desires it and we can't avoid the the other fact that we do it for image purpose as well, nobody can truly say o I just got it because it's just a tattoo lol. We are to set an example to the world and say we are not the same. If we already have them it is what it is but behold the old has gone and I am now made new I have Christ why do I need a tattoo. Of course we can go on and on and I get it we all have struggles so like I mentioned I have tattoos no judgment intended and throwing religion out the window just another way of thinking about it. I am now the property of God, as Paul also states all things are permissible but not all things are beneficial. Much love lecrae, love your work brother keep shining your light!
@@LecraeOfficial love ya brother!
@@mandoramos4229 the context in which our body is the temple of the Lord is in reference to sexual immorality. Not what you're saying. Understand the word of the Lord.
It's so good to see you still standing in the Faith of Christ Jesus! Keep at it and remain steadfast in your pursuit of Him! God bless you, brother!!!
Thank you, Lecrae, for sharing part of your story through the tats that you have. Very well said about the criticisms and the judging.
Likin the new aesthetic. The plants, brown and off white is a vibe.
CONTEXT MEANS EVERYTHING! Say it LOUDER for the people in back!!!
6:46 I'm wheezing 😭
"They can't see it put a ring on it"
God bless your family man✨
Amen brother! I got a tattoo to cover up a scar. I got a Rose with Jesus wrote inside it. They didn't want to put a name inside it, but I got it in Faith of the Lord healing my back and for 25 years He has, Amen. Great to see you are doing well. God bless you and your family ✝️
Just got a tattoo.. definitely can’t wait to get some more
I’ve been waiting for this
@7:05 speaking the truth "happy wife, happy life" . 👏👏👏
My heart melted when he said his wife was happy with ring. Love that... ❤ we've been married 14.5yrs and it's nice seeing men talk about their wives!! 😇❤
I got two arm sleeves and started my leg sleeve in less than a year. Tattoos are amazing.
I was going to say to each their own, but then again I felt a little conviction in that. Here is what I'll say, I got tattoos on my arms years back, I regret getting them honestly, sometimes I just want to see my skin without the tattoo.. It's not something you can take off and put back on anytime like a hat or a nice pair of sneaks. So personally, I regret getting my own tattoos. Going forward, I wouldn't get any more of them, not because I regret mines, but as I have become to know Christ more and having been filled with the Holy Spirit, I know that my body is the temple of the Holy Spirit. I wouldn't want to defile my body. Also, when you get tattoos, it's because you want people to see them, but I've come to learn that it's not about me, or being seen, I'm here for one purpose, to worship the God, I'm ok with being in the back and not being seen, it's about the Father, not me. Lastly, it's about not being conformed to the pattern of this world.. Just because it seems cool doesn't mean that it's right, I believe in holiness.. Not saying you can't be holy with tattoos (I have some), but I look at Jesus and His lifestyle and the humility that He had, even being of divine origin. He never marked his body, but he did allow His to be marked and bruised for our iniquities. Just thought I would share this, before you do anything just speak with God first, sometimes we do things outside His will by not speaking to Him first, Acknowledge Him in all your ways and He will direct your path. Peace, love, and blessings. Take care!
God bless you, and thank you for sharing your thoughts.
True repentence, glory to Jesus Christ.
Love this thank you for sharing your conviction!
Thanks for sharing. I totally agree
I did a small crucifix on my self in unsafe conditions and I regret it so I want to get it covered up with a nicer crucifix
I loved this so much. Art says so much about a person especially when it’s on their bodies. Always had respect for you , never stopped and I love this authenticity you’re sharing with the world. After reading Restored it was so comforting to hear how you finally are discovering your true identity in Christ and a fresh perspective on being Unashamed! Man I just have that much more respect for you! #116fam
Tattoos were a killer for me for a long time. I got full sleeve tattoos before becoming a christian. In order to fit into the culture I covered them up because I understood that people will not get me. It was super difficult trying to always cover up my tattoos. Now I dont care about showing my tattoos even my bad cover ups. It is still hard for me because I think it was traumatizing time for me
See the truth is that as a Christian it's wrong to have tattoos, but your case is different bro. You did it before giving your life to christ, now you've given your life to Christ since it's a permanent stuff n can't be cleaned don't feel guilty, wear short sleeves and be fine as far as you're sorry for that and has asked God to Forgive you for it, forget about it.
The problem is when you've claimed to have given your life to Christ but still draw it
God bless you
Been waiting for this for years. Thanks for the journey. It's cool to hear more of the little stories that are a marked part of your life experience.
I think the verse on Leviticus does that in a show that shines a light on one of the 10 commandments. "I am the Lord thy God: thou shalt not have strange Gods before me." That tattoo becomes your idol. Also that body is the temple of God. It is not ours. God created it hence it is His. It is your duty as a Christian to take care of it
I agree I REGRET MY Tattoos AS WELL. It's crazy that I came upon your video. Lately this issue has been weighing heavy on my soul.
same
I Don't Believe If You Get A Tattoo As A Christian That You're Going To Hell, But I Also Don't Believe That The Spirit Of The Lord Is Leading Anyone To Get A Tattoo.
Salute bro! People on here ain't got no guidance of the Holy Spirit. They living for themselves.
They increase and Christ decrease.
FACTS!
That’s the main point!! Who is leading you in this ? God isn’t the author of confusion. And lecrae is making because he don’t understand Leviticus it’s context smh !! It’s not about going to hell it’s about being a representation and walking with God before you get to Heaven !!!
Facts!!!
Thank you so much dear... our bodies are THE TEMPLE of THE HOLY SPIRIT... u dont put grafity on the sixteen chapel 🤷🏾♂️🤷🏾♂️🤷🏾♂️😪😪😪
But nowadays christians love to hear what they like. No one wants to sacrifice or just not be a part of the world.
My gramma asked me one time : « you still love Jesus baby ??.. » 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
“Real skinny
Loud colored tennies
Body marked up like graffiti”
Classic!
I don’t push a Maserati,Beamer,Benz or Bentley
My grandma isn't a fan of men with ear piercings and tattoos. Now my dad has small tunnels, and both my uncles have full back and half sleeve tattoos.
This is a good vid. My dad has one tat and it a bible verse. And I want tattoos because they can express what you live by and what you stand for.
I'm just curious, but wouldn't the way you live and represent yourself, express enough of what you live by and stand for? Instead of needing tats?
@@fasaionjarvison9752 he didnt say he needed tats. And theres nothing wrong with doing something extra to proclaim the gospel. Its the same as like having a cross necklace or a fish bumper sticker. As long as God is not displeased (in his personal walk) there is no issue. Its ok if tattoos are something you dont agree with. But that depends on YOUR personal walk with God
Almost got the 116 tat the day i turned 18. My dad talked me out of it and I'm so glad he did 🙌 forever thankful
Leviticus 19:28 ”You shall not make any cuttings in your flesh for the dead, nor tattoo any marks on you"
I AM the LORD!
Context context context...understand the context it was written in.
In that same vein, guess we can’t cut our hair or wear clothes with more than one type of fabric, lets not even get to all the other things that were set in law at that time 😂
Love it! I have a 116 tattoo on my left shoulder! Love when I get asked about it or see others with it :)
"They can't see it...put a ring on it". She is not playin!!! lolol Yuup!
"Can't get a haircut or eat shellfish so what are we doing here? Context is everything". Translates directly to "just ignore the bits of the fairytale you don't like."
A guy that works at my bank seen my 116 t-shirt he show me his 116 tattoo on his wrist said he didn't know what would have happened to him if it Wasn't for y'all's music
Man we need your skincare routine 😫
R u serious 🤦😂😂😂
phoebe N'DA
Very☺️
Amen! Most of us Christians take the Word completely out of context when we quote Leviticus (in the Law) telling New Testament saints what they can and can not do. Also, many of us sleep on the fact that the Law was not even given to anyone BUT the Israelites anyway. So it wasn’t ours as Gentiles to be under in the first place, on top of the fact that Christ did away with the Law through the His blood and the Cross. I know very few of these saints have studied Galatians where Paul says, “for if righteousness comes through the law, then Christ died in vain.”” (Galatians 2:21 NKJV). And also, “Indeed I, Paul, say to you that if you become circumcised, Christ will profit you nothing.” (Galatians 5:2 NKJV). James says, “For whoever shall keep the whole law, and yet stumble in one point, he is guilty of all.” (James 2:10 NKJV). I know good and well the tattoo police aren’t keeping that whole law. Literally, the whole New Test. addresses this stuff. We as the Body have to let God bring us out of this bondage of legalism and religious spirits.
Amen🔥
Wow! Back in Nigeria having a tattoo is known as a sin because in the Bible it says your body is the temple of GOD. And therefore I feel we should not defile it. but I ain't gonna stop listening to LECRAE.....GOD BLESS YOU.
Bro do you know Christ embassy
@@nirashawahalathantri303 nope why??
@@chimdiebubeogb-azuikpe6072 no cz that is a famous church in Nigeria
Hey. I'm watching from Nigeria toi
Man I just wanna say you helped me when I was in undergrad. Thank you for helping me see being Christian doesn’t mean I had to commit cultural suicide
Definitely think before you ink
I totally agree with not eating shellfish - sea roaches - nor shaving your beard.
Yep
Crea:"I got a bar code"
Me:what did he sayyyyyy
I know right! I thought he was going to talk about it a bit more, but I guess it wasn't that relevant 😄
Context👏 is 👏 everything 👏
Before anybody condemns him for getting tattoos, actually watch the video and listen to what he has to say and why he got them because you might be surprised
No, why when God said not to mark your body or get strange piercings for those are the signs of devil worship the first marking came from God marking kane for what he did tattoos are mocking that it was to show that what he did to his brother to be a example for what life did we create to take it
That mark on kane what to remind him of what he did as a bookmark in his life of killing his brother. For it was a punishment and to hold him accountable for his actions .
This is why God said art thou thy brothers keepers meaning aren't you supposed to keep thy brother from harm and danger and keep him on the straight and narrow and not MISLEAD HIM. Lecrae is and has misled his brothers to go against God's words of not getting any markings on his and telling anybody to mark their bodies. And you just by listening to him and saying before you say anything about his tattoos listen to him why? So we can be like you and those who made this flesh being your god I think not sir
Take this however you wanted be truth is love and I love and those too much to let you follow a false teacher who never wanted to be claimed as a gospel artist when you are what you eat and what you live by once you reject that you have no base nor form of standards to stand on
For you will fall for anything and this man will lead you to hell his music talks about Gods people by going against truth when being corrected like what happened to Stephen. This shows you who really lives for Christ their fruits of the Holy Spirit not the fruits of labor that's what kane did showing what he did and done and not going to God to offer up what God blessed him with life. His offering was rejected because he had hatred toward his brother to the point he killed him because he saw a true worshiper who worship God in spirit and in Truth.
Why would anyone condemn him, or anyone, for getting a tattoo?? How crazy is that? 😬😬😡
@@tonetone86 I didn’t even read you full comment, just the first bit. 1. I get what you mean 2. There is no condemnation for those in Christ Jesus, if Jesus won’t condemn him why do you feel the need to. God can use anyone for His glory. Also did you watch the full video a lot of them have a faith/biblical meaning behind it💓 - it’s one thing to disagree with him, but it’s a whole another thing to condemn his. (The comment you replied him said let’s not condemn him and you said no we should)
@@keziahsarpong9150 💯
@@tonetone86 Bruh, did you even watch the video? The man said it himself, context is key. He said the verse that everybody, and probably you as well, like to refer to for arguing against tattoos, is taken out of context. Later in that chapter it also says to not to cut your hair or to wear clothing made with two types of material. So by that logic, we shouldn’t get haircuts or have some of the clothes we have even if it's completely fine and modest. And he talks about the controversy in the video. Depending on what you get TATTOOS AREN'T BAD. THEY CAN BE A TOOL TO PREACH THE GOSPEL. And you referenced what I said, but you didn't do what I recommended you do because based on your comment, you didn't even watch the video or listen to what he had to say. And you obviously haven't listened to any of his newest music or read any of his books because all of his works points to him being a Christian. I personally know some great Christians who have tattoos. And even Lecrae said that people like you who claim he doesn't preach the gospel anymore, you haven't listened to anything since his Rebel album which was released over 10 years ago. And Lecrae has said, MULTIPLE TIMES that he doesn't want to be labeled a gospel artist because he doesn't want to be put in a box and have that limit who his music gets out to and that label would turn non-Christians off to his music. You also said you love me as a brother in Christ, but you also said "You're going to hell", which is completely contradictory to what you said so you're being hypocritical. And only God knows the heart and his true intentions, so who are you to judge? So please don't condemn him or others for something like that because that is not what God calls us to do and please do your research next time. And just remember, the same way you judge him and others is the same way God is gonna judge you (Matthew 7:1-2)
Wanted to get a tattoo but after watching this I changed my mind loool. Crae just sounded like he was just doing stuff man lool.
Judging by the title and what he said in the video I think that's the point he was trying to get across lol.
I got 116 Clique tatt'd on my neck years ago when I discovered Christian Rap and turned my life around and committed to believe and follow Jesus Christ.
I don't know if I'll ever get a tattoo, but if I ever do I plan to get the 1•1•Six logo on the outside of my right forearm
@Nintendo Time Nice
Plz don’t, your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit. Plz read 1 Corinth 6:19-20, and 1 Corinth 3:17
@@liliakachildofgod364 Did you even watch the video? He said context is key and in the same chapter that the verse that everybody refers to also says to not cut your hair. So if we're going by that logic, you shouldn't get haircuts. And as long as the tattoo isn't of anything bad, there's nothing wrong with getting a tattoo. They can actually be a tool for preaching the gospel. I know some great Christians who have tattoos. And in 1 Corinthians 6:19-20, they were more specifically talking in regards to sexual things. And tattoos are not destroying your body. It's literally just getting a picture or words printed on your body, there's nothing wrong with that unless what you're putting on is bad or inappropriate
@@joncpreaching You're putting words in my mouth because I never said Lecrae has the final say. He was using Scripture to back up what he was saying and I agree with him. And he had biblical/faith-based reasoning for a lot of his tattoos. I've said this before, and I'll say it again, TATTOOS CAN BE A TOOL TO PREACH THE GOSPEL. And you also just judged me by saying what you did. I personally know some great, people who are God-fearing, Bible-beliving Christians who have tattoos. They are great role models and have a strong faith with God and they're perfectly fine with those tattoos. Tattoos, unless what you're getting tattooed is bad or inappropriate, aren't bad. By that logic, we shouldn't decorate our Christmas tree or draw/write on a piece of paper. All tattoos are are just words or a picture being printed onto your body, and it could be something really nice and sweet. Some people get tattoos to pay homage to loved ones that have passed away, their spouse, etc. And just like I said earlier, tattoos can be a tool to preach the gospel. And also, the Bible says that man looks at outward appearance (which is what you're doing) but God looks past all that and looks at the heart and there is no condemnation for those in Christ Jesus
@@joncpreaching Since when did I say tattoos win over souls? I said it can be an opportunity to share the gospel. If you get something tattooed on related to your faith or just generally faith related, and someone sees it, they could very likely ask you what it means to you, why you got it, and that's an opportunity to share the gospel with them. Also, we can't win people over, only God can do that. A lot of the verses people use for against tattoos are taken out of context. And yes, I have read the old testament. And you yourself are being hypocritical because you yourself said you have two tattoos, but you're advertising against them. So the logic doesn't line up. And also in that same chapter of that verse that everybody likes to use against tattoos (Leviticus 19:28), it also said that you shouldn't cut the sides of your hair, you shouldn't wear clothes made with more than one material, and we shouldn't plant a garden with more than one kind of plant. So by that logic, you shouldn't get your hair cut, you shouldn't wear a shirt or piece of clothing that is 100% cotton or polyester, or something like that even if it's completely fine and modest, and you shouldn't have a garden with more than one kind of fruit or vegetable. You can go look that up, I'm not exaggerating that. And also, the disciples didn't have tattoos because they didn't really need or want them. There were a lot more Christians back then. Statistics have shown that the number of Christians in the world has been going down, so a faith related tatoo is likely to be more effective now that it was 2,000 years ago. And let me ask you this since you asked me a question, how do tattoos defile your body? Other than the pain you get from when they're putting it on and the few weeks or so after you get it, it doesn't hurt you or your body. People don't get tattoos to hurt themselves, they get them because they want some words or pictures on their body, they don't do it to defile themselves, which is what the people were doing when God said that verse (Leviticus 19:28). Since when have you heard someone go, "Hey, I wanna go get a tattoo to defile myself". And by that logic again, you shouldn't draw on yourself for fun, even if you have no bad intent or put any kind of makeup on. The logic you're presenting is weak and doesn't make sense
OMG I been wanting the 11six tattoo since I was in the 7th grade literally you and Tedashii were the first people I saw with the tattoo and I thought that it was cool
"you still love Jesus baby?"🤭😂
Somebody Please Let Me Know When Did The Children Of Israel And The Earlier Church Start Getting Tattoos The Honor The Most High?
Do You Think That The Apostles And Disciples Would Have Gotten Tattoos?
You gonna condemn Matthew cuz he was a tax collector? It’s about the heart dude.
@@andrewproffitt3
What does that have to do with the subject of getting tattoos?
@@andrewproffitt3
And Answer My Question, Before You Ask An Off Subject Question. Lol
@@kylemanningjcic1333 look what I’m saying is it doesn’t matter what type of tattoos this guy got, he’s a Christian. That’s all that matters.
@@andrewproffitt3
Now Can You Answer My Questions.
I'm definitely gettin 116 tatt if I join Reach or not fam.
Same Fr
I got my first and only tattoo this year back in April it was kinda painful but I did it and I absolutely love it and I’m going back for more
At last lecrae is comin to his senses after YEARS
I don’t have any tattoos nor do I plan on having any. Sadly a lot of opportunities will be lost by our youth trying to mimic superstars with unidentifiable skin color due to too many tattoos…
I'm surprised that you don't like a lot of your tattoos considering how thoughtful you are lol
He got a majority of them as a youngin tho lol
Mann I had some impulsive moments! 😂
You gotta have the 116 tattoo, it's just mandatory :)
Anyone know where I can get a picture of the cross coin slot, that tattoo is dopeeeee🔥🔥
My mom taught me to love Jonah. He's very...human.
I just got my 11six tat this past Saturday
Did it hurt?
“You shall not make any cuts on your body [in mourning] for the dead, nor make any tattoo marks on yourselves; I am the Lord.”
Leviticus 19:28
Amen thank you for sharing
Just go and read it again, for you this time🙂🙂
@@sisipholikhayananto9194 “Heaven and earth [as now known] will pass away, but My words will not pass away.”
Matthew 24:35
I always seen tattoos as a form of art. You have to be careful of who tattoos you, because you are carrying that person art with you 4 ever. If you're gonna get it make sure you want to keep it 4 LYFE. Adorne yourself well if you dare to.
1:04 that’s how it be you could have a ugly tattoo out on the court but still think you’re doing something wit it 😂
Again I love how hard you rep my city. A town. Shawty 😀
This religious tattoo is visible!
I thought it is not allowed at work! Lowe’s Lehi 😂😂😂
Leviticus shouldn’t be quoted as he’s right that it applied to the Jewish people as part of their civil law. However, the main reason that tattoos are frowned upon is because they mark up your body which is the living temple of God. That being said, it’s not immoral to get a tattoo, as long as it’s not of anything demonic.
Brother drop down that workout routine!! We see you flexing haha!
Great upload Lecrae 🙏
Lecrae used to be A Rebel, but now he's conformed to the culture.
These are his Own Lyrics From His Album Rebel and now he's went away from his those convictions. Because he allowed the world to influence him. He's used to be genuine and now his lyrics are confusing...
Everyone the same, everybody do the same stuff
Tattoos, piercings, smoking up and drinking
Money and sex, plus them extravagant weekends
Man if that's the high life I'll puff puff pass that
You live evaporated like missing a gas cap
I guess I'm past that, I'm in rebellion
What happened to that Lecrae???😪
Lol. My ears were pierced and I had tats when I wrote that. I was trying to articulate that if you think tattoos are rebellious they aren’t. EVERYONE is doing that. Being a rebel is walking out your faith.
@@nateboyd7219 there aren’t two Lecrae’s. Just one man on a journey.
Bro if this is really you... I remember the way I used to feel when you were screaming Unashamed and you even talked about your Indwelling sins on that album. I understand you are on a journey but that Lecrae was the one who inspired me to do Go Hard Or Go Home.
IM A FANATIC I REP CHRIST TILL I D.I.E
IM NOT EXTREME IM REDEEMED WIT FAITH I SERVE A GOD WHOS EXTREMELY GREAT
COME ON MAN!!!!!!
"She just gone use you golden brown."
Lecrae u got a barcode now that's just DRAWLIN
Alright lecrae lovin this TH-cam wish more artists would put stuff out personal like cause then we get to get a feel for who the person is behind the music
If your body will return to the dust if the Earth anyway, I don't see the harm, as long as it positive and can glorify God in its own way.
My dad gave his first tattoos to his friends at 5!
Well I've been waiting for this as well I had just got my last tattoo about a month ago it was a angel sitting on top of the cross.
That's when my sister had pointed me to the biggest chapter 19 chapter 28 it's about not marking yo your body with Goldy things it hurt my feelings since I'm more in touch with my feelings now ever since my accident about three years ago it really changed my whole life around you know that I didn't want to get married back in the day but now that's all I want
I want my first marriage to be my only marriage and I just want about two more kids I just want my daughter then I'll be done making babies
So anyways God bless you brother and your beautiful family brother 🕊️
I want to get a 116 tat on my right forearm but I’m a PK so I know it’ll be controversial in my Hispanic church. So I’m still debating getting it.
Just know God made you perfect and made you from his imagine, and if God wanted you to have all these markings on your body, you would have came out of your mother tatted up, you don’t need to put all this stuff on your body God already made you perfectly - stick with that🔥✝️
You could use that same argument to not go to the doctor and get life saving surgery!
@@robertguidry2168 Idk how you are comparing a tattoo to a life saving surgery😭 Two completely different things in case you didn’t know
But it could be compared to haircuts and shaving
@@jefforyporter2 lmk what type of shaving and haircut is permanent. I’ll wait lol
@@roro6064 never states that it has to be permanent, says not to do it. You don't know how long god wants your hair or beard to grow because I'm sure you have had a couple haircuts in your day.
Leviticus is Old Testament, Ima get me some crab legs
Thank God I never got a bad tattoo.
Keep the videos comin‼️
I came here to say "bucks in six" lol
I like how his hair looks like the plants behind (still love u Lecrae)
Dope Crae, I thought you would talk about the Nupe branding too. Not many of your viewers would know about those.
Can we please have Mrs. Moore in a video!!!!!!
Can't wait to git sum tats one my 18th b day
I got 116 on my bicep! Also, I would like to recommend Long Island Ink in Little Five Points, Atlanta.
I really love the idea of the rib one❤️🔥
Love that rehab tattoo
iv always told my friends this! good info!!!!!
Why didn’t he talk about the Kappa brand on his arm?
He’s in a fraternity?
@@EnterTainment-vv1qs Yeah he’s a member of Kappa Alpha Psi but he never talks about it and in this video he completely ignored talking about that “K” brand on his arm.
@@reaserice215 what is your take on Christians / believers being part of fraternities ?
That’s a whole different video. Stay tuned.
We as Christians have NO reason to justify marking up our bodies. Read the Old AND New testament and STOP BEING LED ASTRAY BY THOSE LOVING THE WORLD AND TRYING TO MAKE IT HIP AND COOL FOR CHRISTIANS 🙏🏽.
i got a half sleeve idea that's crazy detailed and i think this video was God's way of saying tattoos aren't against him, but rather him living not only within you, but on and through you. i was also planning on getting the 1•1•Six on my trap coming up from the sleeve on my right arm, hopefully allowing it to flow off of the UNASHAMED on my tricep. the half sleeve is basically the stairs climbing to heaven's gates, and on the stairs, i have the verses that God has given me to testify and spread his word since my salvation. the 1•1•Six is the tricky one bc instead of the S having the tail, i was planning on the X to have the tail, and double it kinda scratchy like the cross, and Jesus would be carrying the cross, and the backend of the cross would whip around in a way to become Cavalry Road.
Wow! Cool idea! Wish I could see it when it’s finished 🤩
That’s such a fire idea!
@@UNKNWN96 i appreciate the love 🙏🏼
My first tattoo is an alpha and omega symbol that stands for the beginning and end. Which is God. The other tattoo is a cross that's broken up a bit.
I'm getting the 116 though.
Good video but I was hoping he would also talk about his kappa brand
Sister =Dude i guess you are not a real christian singer
Me=yeah
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@1:17 😂😂😂😂
It was my 9th grade I started listening to Lecrae, ever since I fell in love with 116 and the boys and I always wanted to get a tattoo. but I didn't know Christ full (yk going to church as a religious kid) now I'm reading bible so imma get a 1.1.Six tattoo.
Love the meaning behind your tattoos My Favorite it 11Six God Is Amazing
My husband has that exact same bone cross tattoo.
Nothing is so important in this world that you need to mark your body with it
My question is.. does the Holy Spirit lead one to get tatoos ?
I still have a few questions I’m dying by to ask Lecrae!!♥️
Lacrae🖤