I have known @kingsleypst for several years now. He was the first Nigerian pastor I ever welcomed into my home at Burj Khalifa during my Dubai years, and now Houston has woven itself into both our stories. Speaking as someone who knows him beyond the public persona, I can testify: he is a genuine Christian. In my estimation, there is no higher commendation I can offer a believer than simply this—a good and decent follower of Christ.
Do I have tattoos? No.
Will I ever get one? No.
Does my absence of ink make me holier than those who bear it? Absolutely not.
“For it is not what goes into the mouth that defiles a man, but what comes out of the mouth, this defiles a man.”
— Matthew 15:11 (KJV)
The venom that flows from your lips—that is the actual issue.
Your outward expression should align with your divine assignment. Peter avoided certain practices in Scripture because his mission was to the Jewish people, and he refused to compromise what would hinder that calling. Paul, conversely, set aside numerous Jewish traditions because his mandate was to reach the Gentiles. This didn’t elevate Peter’s righteousness above Paul’s, nor Paul’s above Peter’s.
I began pastoring at fourteen and transitioned from my final church branch in 2015 without a single scandal across those decades. Why did I step away from pastoral ministry? God redirected my focus toward the marketplace. Religious expectations can sometimes pull you from your true purpose.
@kingsleypst has been transparent about his calling—he is sent to the unchurched. So what exactly troubles you? We all acknowledge that tattoos aren’t sinful—so what is the real concern here?
As I wrote to him privately:
“You have earned your stripes. The critics are merely amplifying their complaints, operating from the lowest rung of spiritual understanding. Your season has shifted, and the millions you’re assigned to reach will recognize and embrace you.”
Happy 50th birthday, sir. And here’s a question—can someone share the scripture he tattooed on his arm? Because that is the actual message he wants circulated, and we shouldn’t allow the adversary to steal that narrative.
Noise makers exist so that news makers can rise. Each of us must embrace our individual calling—either breaking news or manufacturing noise.
All is well, my people.
Shalom.
Dr. Stephen Akintayo
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