By Dr. Layne McDonald Can a Christian get a tattoo without compromising their faith? Yes. For the modern believer, a tattoo is not inherently sinful; rather, it is a matter of Christian liberty governed by motive, conscience, and the desire to honor God. While the Old Testament (Leviticus 19:28) prohibited markings associated with pagan mourning rituals, the New Testament emphasizes that our bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit, meaning every decision, including permanent ar