In Scripture, the body is viewed as a temple of the Holy Spirit, and as such, it is to be treated with care and respect. Leviticus 19:28 warns against marking or mutilating the body, while 1 Corinthians 6:19-20 reminds believers that their bodies belong to God and should be used to honor Him. For those struggling with self-harm, 2 Timothy 1:7 offers reassurance that God has not given a spirit of fear, but of power and love, and Isaiah 41:10 encourages them to not be afraid, for God is with them. Additionally, 1 Peter 5:7 invites believers to cast their anxieties on God, who cares for them.
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You must not make any cuts in your bodies for the dead or put tattoo marks on yourselves. I am the LORD.
Do you not know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit who is in you, whom you have received from God? You are not your own; you were bought at a price. Therefore glorify God with your body.
Do not fear, for I am with you; do not be afraid, for I am your God. I will strengthen you; I will surely help you; I will uphold you with My right hand of righteousness.
If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.
Do you not know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit who is in you, whom you have received from God? You are not your own;
For I know the plans I have for you, declares the LORD, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, to give you a future and a hope.
The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy. I have come that they may have life, and have it in all its fullness.
No temptation has seized you except what is common to man. And God is faithful; He will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear. But when you are tempted, He will also provide an escape, so that you can stand up under it.
The LORD is near to the brokenhearted; He saves the contrite in spirit. Many are the afflictions of the righteous, but the LORD delivers him from them all.