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January 14, 2012

Letter: Tim Tebow isn't the one who should apologize

Dalton Daily Citizen

A lot has been said and written lately about Tim Tebow, the Denver Broncos quarterback who has recently led the Broncos to some impressive victories. Many take issue with his public displays of his Christian heritage and his faith in Jesus Christ, both on the field and off.  Therefore, I would like to add my voice concerning Mr. Tebow.

I personally believe that all criticism of Mr. Tebow’s active expression of his Christian beliefs, whether that criticism is from those who call themselves Christian or from those who are openly antagonistic against Christians, stems from a perverted and/or ignorant understanding of who Christ is. My belief in this contention might best be defended by simply asking a couple of questions.

If Tim Tebow, or you, or anyone who truly believes that Jesus Christ is the only begotten Son of God; that he created all things and that all things are held together by his mighty power; that he became flesh and blood and dwelt among us; that he became the perfect sacrifice to atone for the sin of all men and willingly allowed his flesh to be crucified on a cross and shed his blood, and died, in order that all men might obtain eternal life through him; that he arose from the dead and ascended back into heaven, and that he will return to earth one day to receive those who have put their faith and trust in him — then giving him honor, praise and glory should not ever present any problem or question in our mind.

In addition, if you have the faith to believe that Jesus Christ (by invitation) dwells in your heart through the miracle, mystery and power of the Holy Spirit, and that he guides you, teaches you, and is with you every moment, always, even unto the end of the world; and that he loves you and cares about what you care about — even a football game — then exactly when is it not appropriate to express your eternal love for him? A long time ago a similar criticism was launched when Jesus rode into the city of Jerusalem, and his response to those critics who found fault with the crowds who were rejoicing and welcoming him, was simply to say that if the crowds kept silent the very stones along the side of the road would shout out to his honor and glory.

Tim Tebow does not have a problem. Doubters have a problem — along with weak, timid, apologetic and uncommitted Christians. I pray Tim Tebow never loses his enthusiasm or his personal expression of belief in the eternal love, grace and mercy of Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.

 

Maynard Preston

Dalton

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