There are some cultures where people are encouraged to have tattoos. These tattoos may have tribal significance. Other cultures may accept tattoos as simply pretty, and some cultures frown upon tattoos that are openly visible for all to see.
What is interesting is that God says he had a tattoo. In Isaiah 49:14, the people of Israel say that God has forgotten them. But God says he has not forgotten them. In verse sixteen we read, “Behold, I have graven thee upon the palms of my hands; thy walls are continually before me.”
God does not have physical hands, but he uses this symbolism to make the point that he does not forget his people. He has his people’s names written on his palms. Most tattoos are on the side of a person’s arms, on the back or on the legs. If a tattoo is on these places, clothing will cover it up. However, clothing rarely covers up the palms of the hands. The palms of the hands are very visible and constantly in front of the eyes. Whatever is on the palms is a constant reminder.
Is your name written on God’s palms? Do you study your Bible? Do you obey the Bible? If you do not, your name is not written on God’s palms. Make sure God writes your name on his palms. If any of this is hard to understand, ask an adult to help you.
