Tattoos and Christian faith
Christians are free to get tattoos, and many wear crosses as signs of faith. Leviticus 19:28 belongs to holiness laws the apostles did not lay on Gentiles.
Everyday life
Tattoos, alcohol, swearing, gambling, Halloween, and the other ordinary choices of daily life, read in the light of Christian freedom and the love of neighbor.
Cremation and Christian burial
Christians are free to choose cremation. The Bible never forbids it, God raises the dead however they were laid to rest, and most churches now accept it.
Alcohol and the Bible
Scripture calls wine a gift of God, and Jesus shared it with friends; it warns against drunkenness. Abstaining is also faithful, especially in recovery.
Swearing and cursing
Some cursing is a sin. Scripture forbids misusing God’s name, cursing people, and speech that tears others down. Crude words are a lesser fault.
Marijuana and Christian faith
The Bible never mentions marijuana. Using it illegally is wrong, and getting high works against Scripture’s call to a clear mind. Medical use is different.
Christians and the biblical food laws
Christians can eat pork. Leviticus forbade it to Israel, but Mark says Jesus “declared all foods clean,” and the apostles freed Gentiles from food laws.
Gambling and the Bible
No verse forbids gambling, and Scripture calls Christians to contentment and freedom from the love of money. Greed, harm, and addiction make it a sin.
Halloween and All Saints’ Day
Christians can celebrate Halloween, All Hallows’ Eve, the night before All Saints’ Day, and enjoy costumes and candy while avoiding real occult practices.
Music, movies, and games
Christians can listen to secular music, watch movies, and play games. Paul taught Christian freedom, and the church has long borrowed from secular art.
Artificial intelligence and the human soul
Christians meet AI knowing every person bears the image of God. Mainline churches welcome human inventiveness and ask for wisdom and care for others.
Yoga and Christian faith
Christians can do yoga. Stretching, breathing, and holding postures are exercise, and Paul taught Christian freedom here. Skip any chants you object to.
