Lions Players Celebrate by Mocking Broncos QB Tim Tebow’s Praying
- Posted on October 31, 2011 at 7:42am by
Jonathon M. Seidl
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You don’t have to be a football fan to know who Tim Tebow is. He’s the current Denver Broncos quarterback and former University of Florida Heisman Trophy winner. He‘s also an ardent Christian who doesn’t hide his faith, and he regularly — before, during, and after games — drops to one knee to thank the Lord. But his praying has become a worldwide internet sensation, with people from all over taking pictures of themselves “Tebowing” — or dropping to one knee and pretending to pray. In fact, two of his opponents did it in celebration during this Sunday’s blowout win over the Broncos.
So are you still confused as to what “Tebowing” is? How about some visuals from the site devoted to it. There’s the original from Tebow himself:
There’s Tebowing in Halloween costumes:
Tebowing in war:
At the altar:
In Rome:
And even kids are doing it:
But it was the Lions — who played the Broncos in Denver on Sunday — who grabbed the most headlines for “Tebowing” during the game. See, Lions linebacker Stephen Tulloch sacked Tebow during the first quarter, and instead of gyrating or screaming or hovering over Tebow like an alien spaceship, Tulloch instead hit his knee and “Tebowed:”
But the Lions weren’t done. In the second quarter, former Bronco Tony Scheffler caught a touchdown pass and celebrated by doing some half-hearted Tebowing:
So what do you think: Was it “low,“ or ”whoa?”
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Comments (338)
prb65
Posted on October 31, 2011 at 8:16amDon’t understand what the big deal is or why any cares. But I will say when someone does this in public regularly it makes me think thay are servng to only draw attention to themselves. Praying does not requires a pose, stance or a stage.
Report Post »rangerp
Posted on October 31, 2011 at 9:13amThe whole thing with Tebow is very interesting. Jump over to huffpo and see what bloggers say about him. He is hated by the left. They hate him because they see his belief in God as being real and visible. When Obama stood up during the last election and claimed Christianity, the left did not care, because fake does not bother them.
In a day when pro athletes are arrested for drugs, violence, and all manner of other crimes, the left picks Tim Tebow to mock and hate.
I hope the lions smoke in hard and loose ever game the rest of the season.
I could care less if Tim Teabow is successful as an NFL quarterback. I believe the good Lord may have use for him either way.
Report Post »Absolutely Right
Posted on October 31, 2011 at 9:17amPRB…yes, you are right, I suppose praying does not “require” a pose as you call it. But dropping to your knees is a way to show humility, honor, reverence and submission to the creator of all things.
What bugs me is people bowing or kneeling before royalty or other heads of state….and they do that in public. Guess they’re just trying to get attention.
Report Post »indy1
Posted on October 31, 2011 at 9:31amSo do you think that’s true when Muslims pray 8 times a day and demand that Catholic University provide them a special place to pray and to remove all Christian symbols from the room ? I thought so.
Report Post »@leftfighter
Posted on October 31, 2011 at 9:33amThe options on the poll stink.
I’d both irreverent mocking and disrespectful.
Report Post »mrsmileyface
Posted on October 31, 2011 at 9:47amA BIG AMEN to you PRB! No need to show off when praying to GOD.
Report Post »iamsaved
Posted on October 31, 2011 at 10:11amPresuming you have the right to judge another’s motives, maybe you should consider the fact that giving God the glory is maybe Tim Tebow’s motive.
Those who hate Jesus also hate God. Don’t believe me? Then read John 15.
Report Post »IBLEEDREDWHITEANDKENTUCKYBLUEGOCATS
Posted on October 31, 2011 at 10:18ami see your point but whats wrong with tebow scoring and saying a little prayer to thank God??????? You dont know whats going on threw his head I myself would like to see more of this on my tv…………. i think everyone should see what tebow is like off the field before you bash what he does on it
Report Post »Rogue
Posted on October 31, 2011 at 10:39amPosters here are ripping Tebow for “Showing off” about praying in public? He does it on the sideline, not when he’s standing on the 50 yard line after picking up a first down, or as a touchdown celebration. The only time I’ve seen him do it on the field is after the game is over, when dozens of players from both teams meet up at the 50, and pray together. I’m a Bronco fan, and I am NOT a Tebow supporter ( I don’t think he has what it takes to be an NFL QB), but with that said, I’d much rather have a role model like Tebow for kids to look up to than pretty much any of the other pro athletes that kids worship these days. He’s not waiting until the cameras are on him to pray so he can have 30 more seconds of face time on TV – he prays when he wants to….just so happens cameras are on him 24/7.
To me, mocking someone’s faith is beyond disrespectful. What would you have to say if a pro athlete had a big play, then pretended to roll out a prayer rug, got down on his knees, faced Mecca, and began bowing? Over the line, or just good old fashioned fun? Do you think Muslim athletes should be offended by such a thing?
Report Post »Ruler4You
Posted on October 31, 2011 at 10:43amStop feeling so inadequate. As though some one else’ expression of faith has any impact on you at all. What crap. On the topic of the Detroit Lions, I have to say, IMHBLO, this is why I have lost interest in “professional” sports. It even has gotten to the point it begins to disgust me. These are spiteful greedy narcissistic childish bullies. Society doesn’t need any more of any of these.
Report Post »mficentral
Posted on October 31, 2011 at 10:45amThis young man walks the walk and talks the talk. Let him alone. He has been doing this all of his life. It is not done to get attention. If he was muslim the other players would think he was great. No, you don’t have to bow but he does, so bless him instead of mocking him. Just remember, he has never been arrested for drugs, drinking, fights or unfaithfulness. How refreshing. God Bless Tim.
TEA
Report Post »ronrayguns
Posted on October 31, 2011 at 10:50amI guess the Apostles should not have drawn attention to themselves either?……..not comparing the two situations, but today someone might need to know it’s ok.
With all we’re forced to accept, Home Depot Pedophilia, legalization of drugs, life ending medical procedures, theives in DC and Liberal Wall Street, and so on, and so on,
Report Post »Detroit paperboy
Posted on October 31, 2011 at 11:28amThats funny cuz the left never has a problem with our scrotum in chief Tebowing to some muslim leader , while apoligizing for everything American….. Obamas been on a Tebowing tour for three years now…..
Report Post »king1
Posted on October 31, 2011 at 12:00pmits not required but to prostrate yourself to god show respect. I have one question how do you tell the differance between the ones that are mocking him and the ones pretending to mock him and are really thanking god cause deep in there heart they really admire him they just aren’t as brave. Its not ideal but its a step in the right direction. god works in mysterous ways
Report Post »lillymckim
Posted on October 31, 2011 at 12:02pmMy prayer for Lions Steven Tulloch:
Psalm 109:8 ~
Report Post »“Let his days be few and brief; and let others step forward to replace him.”
TSUNAMI-22
Posted on October 31, 2011 at 12:05pm@ rangerp
I agree.
Report Post »KickinBack
Posted on October 31, 2011 at 12:07pmThis is so a non-issue. Notice in the first clip how Tebow taps the guy as he’s getting up. This is fun and games for them. Yes they mock each other. They do it on the field, they do it to get under each others skin, and at the end of the day, they laugh and drink beers together.
That’s the world of sports. And if you don’t like it, well then I guess we should go the progressive route and no longer cheer or jeer a team in fear of “hurting someone’s feelings”.
—On a side note, the Lions just a couple of years ago were the only NFL team to go 0-16 in a season. They were made fun of by everyone in the league, fans and teams alike. This year they are off to their best start in 50 (yes 50) years. Let them have their fun.
Report Post »Bible Quotin' Science Fearin' Conservative American
Posted on October 31, 2011 at 12:22pmNone of this matters because Tebow sucks and won’t be playing at Denver much longer, or anywhere else for that matter.
Report Post »WhiteFang
Posted on October 31, 2011 at 12:23pmJesus Christ had words of advice for all of us:
Report Post »Matthew 6:1-6
gramma b
Posted on October 31, 2011 at 12:24pm“And when thou prayest, thou shalt not be as the hypocrites are: for they love to pray standing in the synagogues and in the corners of the streets, that they may be seen of men. Verily I say unto you, They have their reward.
“But thou, when thou prayest, enter into thy closet, and when thou hast shut thy door, pray to thy Father which is in secret; and thy Father which seeth in secret shall reward thee openly.”
Matthew 6:5-6
Report Post »USAMama
Posted on October 31, 2011 at 12:25pmI don’t see it as “showing off” at all. As Christians we are to be a testimony to God, we are to be a light to the world. As Jesus said in Matt 5:14
“You are the light of the world. A city that is set on a hill cannot be hidden. Nor do they light a lamp and put it under a basket, but on a lampstand, and it gives light to all who are in the house. Let your lights so shine before men, that they may see your good works and glorify your Father in heaven.”
It is the progressive, liberal left that has convinced us the “politically correct” thing is to keep our religious practices private and not express them in public. I say pray on Tebow, show the world that you are NOT afraid to express yourself and honor your God no matter how you are mocked and rediculed. The only opinion that matters is Gods, and you are honoring Him and being a shining light, an example of what it means to show thanks and honor, to all who see you. Thank God for people like you who are not afraid to show their faith in public, people who refuse to cower to the pressures of “political correctness”. More should be like Tim Tebow.
Report Post »USAMama
Posted on October 31, 2011 at 12:50pmGramma B
It really annoys me when people take a quote from the Bible and mold it and use it to fit an agenda. This verse is one of the few the left actually know and only because they can use it to try and stifle religious practices by Christians. Its just like they do with the Constitution, memorize a few sentences they can use to push their agenda while totally ignoring all the other lines that go AGAINST what they are saying.
This verse is NOT intended to tell people to never pray in public, to lock themselves in a dark room to talk to God. He is talking about the importance of what is in peoples hearts. He is saying don‘t just pray for the sake of being seen as somehow holy or righteous by men if your heart isn’t with God. Some people are all talk but don’t live the life. The verse ahead of that one talks of charity, and to give charity without blowing trumpets and saying “Hey everyone, look at me, I just donated a million dollars” while not really caring about the people you are donating to, but rather caring that everyone is looking at your “good deed”. God looks at our hearts, not our actions, that is the point of this verse. That it is better to do it in private with sincerety then in public without. But it does NOT mean that you should never pray in public. So many more verses tell us the exact opposite, so try reading the context before just spouting verses to fit an agenda.
Report Post »raiderglenn
Posted on October 31, 2011 at 1:01pmreal simple, this is a direct taunt to a player on the other team. that is against the rules in the NFL and should have gotten a 15 yard unsportsman like conduct penalty.
By the way, I’m a Raider fan and HATE the broncos! but the rule is the rule.
Report Post »gramma b
Posted on October 31, 2011 at 1:48pmUSAMama. I am not a Leftist. I am a conservative who was taught that scripture at an early age, as I was taught not to be ostentatious and make a show of religiosity, but to simply live it. I believe that the “light” that we are supposed to let shine is our example of Christlike behavior toward others. That doesn’t mean that we are to be ashamed of the gospel, certainly not. But, there is a time and a place for everything.
There is no “context” in Matthew which changes the plain meaning of the words I have quoted. The interpretation you put on the plain language is just that — interpretation. But that’s fine. It’s a free country.
If Tim Tebow wants to make a show of praying, that’s up to him. It’s not that big a deal to me. But, if it were my son, I would probably tell him to say a silent prayer, just between him and God, not the entire stadium and TV audience.
Report Post »Luker410
Posted on October 31, 2011 at 2:49pmWe wouldn’t expect you to understand, because you are a nonbeliever and you are going to he ll
Report Post »Republichic
Posted on October 31, 2011 at 3:03pmAs Christians, we are asked by God to kneel to pray. I suspect that Tim respects that request as many times as it takes. I find his gestures makes me and others examine our own dedication to God. Tim is a wonderful person. The Lions illustrate what most people think of Detroit – dirty, low-down, scamming our pocketbooks to try to redo a city that has been taken over by Muslims and gangs.
Report Post »Link8on
Posted on October 31, 2011 at 3:34pmAs a devout Christian, Tebow should be happy that so many others in the NFL are now praying to the almighty, even if they intend to mock him (Tebow) as a person. Christians care about honoring Jesus way more than personal victories or defeats.
John 3
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29 The bride belongs to the bridegroom. The friend who attends the bridegroom waits and listens for him, and is full of joy when he hears the bridegroom’s voice. That joy is mine, and it is now complete. 30 He(Jesus) must become greater; I must become less.”[h]
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USAMama
Posted on October 31, 2011 at 3:39pmGramma B;
Your right, you are not a leftest, I am sorry I should not have painted you with that brush. I looked over some of your previous comments and felt the need to apologize, I just have seen that particular scripture used by the left so many times to paint Christians into a corner and legitimize keeping prayer out of the public square that I had kind of a knee jerk reaction. So many “Christians” go to church on Sunday and then have the attitude “Well, I’ve done my Christian duty for the week” and go on Mon-Sat lying, cheating and stealing. To me this scripture isn’t saying the answer is to stop going to Church on Sunday where you might be seen praying, but rather do the rest of the week in private the same you would do in Church in front of others. Be consistent with your faith, not a hypocrate only doing it when you think it counts and you get credit from others. From what I understand of Tim Tebow he lives the life not only on Sundays or on the ball field, but in his daily personal life as well. Therefore, he is not being a hypocrate and I think he should let his light shine and be an example to others. Now if he then went out boozing, lying and cheating then I would think it wrong that he put on a public display because that would be a negative testimony to the Lord.
Anyway, thats my 2 cents :) Again, I apologize for misunderstanding your intentions.
Report Post »Unix
Posted on October 31, 2011 at 3:43pmPersonally, when I pray, I am in private to speak to the Lord in Heaven. I will pray in public, but I don’t think God really cares how or where you pray, as long as you pray, and say the right things to him. Show him you love Jesus Christ, show him respect, show him you’re repentant and show him you mean it. Amen.
Tim can pray any way he wants, and I support him 1000%, to all the mockers, not so much!
Report Post »Sargint Rock
Posted on October 31, 2011 at 4:43pmTo all the self proclaimed believers in GOD who are having a field day sniping at Tebow and making self-serving spiritual comments about his motives, let me respond with the words of JESUS. “You believe in GOD. You do well. The Devils believe in GOD and at least they TREMBLE!!”
Report Post »ChiefGeorge
Posted on October 31, 2011 at 4:56pmI believe Jesus said do not make public displays of your Godliness before men as the pagans do just to show how holy you are. Pray in private and give charity in secret both come to mind so that only the father has seen your heart and he rewards you even more.
Report Post »gramma b
Posted on October 31, 2011 at 5:21pmUSAMama. Thank you for the apology. I, too, apologize for any snarky edge in my post. Tim Tebow’s style is just different than mine, and different than other religious players. But, he is entitled to it, and I don’t think he should be mocked for it, just as I don’t think the occasional Catholic player who crosses himself should be mocked.
Report Post »cemerius
Posted on November 1, 2011 at 9:19amWhatever a person does in their religous faith does not concern me. What concerns me is when people mock them in that practice. I specifically mention this since Christianity is being considered a joke and can be mocked at will…..Try mocking Islam and you will no longer be wearing a necktie or a hat!
Report Post »fdmike
Posted on November 1, 2011 at 2:30pmthe Bible says not to pray in public for others to see, to show off.
Report Post »poorrichard09
Posted on October 31, 2011 at 8:14amI think they should mock muslims by getting down on all fours like a dog and sticking their butts in the air-now that there’s funny!
Report Post »65Mustang
Posted on October 31, 2011 at 8:23amHow true…
Report Post »bandi9
Posted on October 31, 2011 at 8:50amtrying to be an adult here, but gotta give you that one-its funny!
Report Post »quagmire000
Posted on October 31, 2011 at 9:03amI suppose that would be Politically Incorrect.
Report Post »Ampleforth
Posted on October 31, 2011 at 9:04amHey, now. Don’t mock the muslims. All the bowing while they’re praying gets them ready for their 72 virgins.
Report Post »NOBAMA201258
Posted on October 31, 2011 at 9:16amYeah face mecca doggy-style!
Report Post »Tom K
Posted on October 31, 2011 at 9:35amThe Islam Pose was well described. With their butts in the air, what a great time to kick some A$$. Think how much better the air would smell in cities if this didn’t happen. We need to kick their butts all the way across our border. Woof Woof !
Report Post »ConservDadASD
Posted on October 31, 2011 at 10:26amI’m willing to bet that if there were an Islamic Football player hitting the deck at midfield on all fours, that there won’t be a liberal or anyone else who is strictly PC within a light year who will mock that. But they’ll still mock Tebow.
Report Post »Lowcal
Posted on October 31, 2011 at 10:59amBahahahaha…… That is stinking hilarious!!
Report Post »Isaiah52021
Posted on October 31, 2011 at 10:59amMy thoughts exactly!…there too big of cowards to mock the muslims having their butts all up in the air, but God forbid a Christian show his faith.
Report Post »Republichic
Posted on October 31, 2011 at 3:09pmMy lord, that’s funny.
Report Post »alex22892
Posted on October 31, 2011 at 8:11amThey are just mocking tebow. He’s done nothing as a starting quarterback in the NFL but is one of te most glorified players on espn. Tebows always been giving a pass for excessive celebrations that most players would be chastised for, but he would get away with it simply because he’s Christian. Flrida Fans treated him like a god during his 4 years erecting statues and throwing pep reallies just for him. I feel the Lions were not mocking Christianity but celebrating the death of Tebows idol persona and the shattered hearts of millions if Florida fans
Report Post »MJR
Posted on October 31, 2011 at 8:20amThis is what you expect from a moron like yourself.
Report Post »lillymckim
Posted on October 31, 2011 at 8:33amYes “ they” who ever “they” are also said Dan Marino would never be a quarterback either …
So glad these people did not listen to the naysayers!
Report Post »lillymckim
Posted on October 31, 2011 at 8:38amBy your statements I can see you know anything about UF Gators fans or Tebow! Shattered what?
It’s going to take a lot more then a football game to shatter this man..
But good luck with your wishful thinking
Report Post »lillymckim
Posted on October 31, 2011 at 8:40amoops … “Meant” you don’t know anything
Report Post »quagmire000
Posted on October 31, 2011 at 9:04amAlex i have an idea you are a moron
Report Post »hammer71
Posted on October 31, 2011 at 9:04amALEX22892,
Hooked on Phonics should be your new BFF.
Report Post »Absolutely Right
Posted on October 31, 2011 at 9:10amAlex…. After reading your comment, I would like to impart some advice for you. Stupidity is not a virtue. That is one of the dumbest comments I’ve read here.
Report Post »biohazard23
Posted on October 31, 2011 at 9:49amWTF are you trying to say, Alex? Jeez, I know it’s 5:00 somewhere, but isn’t it a bit early to be hitting the bottle??
As for Tebow, I despised him during his time at UF (Go ‘Noles!!) BUT I always respected him for his beliefs. If athletes are going to be role models, he’s probably the best example for young people to follow these days.
Report Post »GUNNSUP
Posted on October 31, 2011 at 10:15amAlex comment = moronic! And @ Biohazard….I completely agree with you on Tebow’s time @ UF & have nothing but for the utmost respect for the kid. As for the idiotic Lions player that mocked praying to the Lord, karma is a bi*#h…….(Go Noles)
Report Post »encinom
Posted on October 31, 2011 at 10:17amTebow is nothing more than second string QB. Teh only reason he is talked about is because he is pushes his faith in everyone’s face.
Report Post »biohazard23
Posted on October 31, 2011 at 10:33am@GUNNSUP, how about when the Gators lost the SEC Championship game to Alabama in 2009? That was a beautiful thing!! Tebow is still a good guy, though.
Report Post »Lowcal
Posted on October 31, 2011 at 11:01amYou’re an idiot
Report Post »alex22892
Posted on October 31, 2011 at 11:54amSorry about all the misspellings I typed my comment and this reply on my IPhone during elementary partial differentiable equation 4000 level math class. But growing up in the Jacksonville, which is gator nation. The Tebow family made moves to get Tim into Nease. He was originally supposed to go to go Ed White a school in duval county. But he would have to play fullback or tightend. So his perents purchased an apartment in st. Johns county that was districted to go to bartram trail but he would not have been allowed to play quarterback so his perants sent to him to Nease so he could play quarterback all while home schooled. These things are all frowned by they got a pass because of their Christian persona. Also how can missionaries afford a private jet to fly to football games, and a 750 dollar a month apartment? They dint make a lot of money. Sorry for any gramatical or spelling errors I’m an applied math and mechanical enignieering major, so it’s not that important. My info is public at fsu you have my first name and my birthday and you confirm my majors. I also got into UF but decided not to go because if how obnoxious the students and fans are. And for chritians y’all sure are quick to to judge me as stupid and ignorant and what not. And what prevented him from praying in the locker room they go back in after warm up. He had to do it in from of cameras and flaunt because it makes home more famous and more time in espn.
Report Post »KickinBack
Posted on October 31, 2011 at 12:28pm@Biohazard
LOL! Like me, I bet the OP was out at a halloween party last night, so I can almost relate :)
Report Post »biohazard23
Posted on October 31, 2011 at 2:02pm@KickinBack, :) Love you avatar, BTW. Very holiday appropriate! Now, can we find a pumpkin carved like Urban Meyer and smash it? LOL!!
Report Post »fury17deco
Posted on October 31, 2011 at 4:23pmWow, you are so wrong. Tebow has been nothing but vilified by the liberal (sports) media at ESPN et al. The hatred spewed against him by sports “analysts” (who, by the way, look the other way at the Vicks, Caruths, etc.) is BLATANT. Those mocking Tebow’s Christianity are just showing their true colors – and they seem to be proud to be vengeful Satanists. No, I am not joking.
Report Post »AlmostaCowboy
Posted on October 31, 2011 at 5:31pmMr. Tebow will have the last laugh – except that he has so much more class than any of the mocking baboons he won’t laugh. He’ll forgive them.
Report Post »The Eradicator
Posted on November 1, 2011 at 1:42amEncinom. You, my friend, are hatred. And a dolt to boot. Name for me one time, one time where Tebow has PUSHED his views on someone else?…
You are a liar and should not be listened to by anyone on this blog or any other. Sure you are free to speak, but at least learn to be truthful.
Done with you.
By the way, since when did praying become Tebowing?…Oh that’s right, when the media and decimate out there decided it would be fun to slap God in the face. Praying is praying. Period.
Look for Musliming next week in the NFL. This will be praised. A player will score, pull a rug out of the goal post, get down on all fours and pray to Allah.
Geez, gimme a break. This world is going to Hell in a hand basket and we’re all short on hand baskets.
Report Post »SpankDaMonkey
Posted on October 31, 2011 at 8:09am.
Report Post »One day at the Pearly Gate St. Peter said, “Do you remember that Sunday when you…?”….
kickagrandma
Posted on October 31, 2011 at 9:25amLOL! Indeed.
Report Post »DSN397
Posted on October 31, 2011 at 3:29pmFive years after football, the majority of the Lions players will be broke, and really has beens, that never were. Tebow, on the other hand will never be broke because he believes.
I am of no particular religious faith, and practice no religion, but I’ll be the last person to criticize anyone who does.
If all people did as Jesus taught I can see no harm.
It’s much the same as what Glenn Beck has said for the last several years. If the country/government
had done what Beck has suggested, there would have no harm.
Even Stevie Wonder can see that in the last three years there instead has been great harm done, well
Report Post »maybe no Stevie Wonder, I forgot he’s an insider. Probably helps out in the garden.
rickbob
Posted on October 31, 2011 at 8:09amI am grateful for Tim who does not hide his Christianity, BUT he might follow the counsel of Matthew 6:6, But thou, when thou prayest, enter into thy closet, and when thou hast shut thy door, pray to thy Father which is in secret; and thy Father which seeth in secret shall reward thee openly. And Matthew 7:6 Give not that which is holy unto the dogs, neither cast ye your pearls before swine, lest they trample them under their feet, and turn again and rend you.
Those that mock him will be held to account, but he shouldn’t give them the opportunity. . .
Report Post »acard944
Posted on October 31, 2011 at 9:18amRickBob and Symphonic: I think that bible verse is misinterpreted to mean we can only pray in our closets or homes and no where else. The exhortation you quote was meant against religious authorities and hypocrites of the day, whom Christ knew very well and spoke out against. Like all scripture, it must be interpreted in its entirety. If we use this one bible verse, we as Christians, could not every pray in public. For your discernment, please read these verses: ” I will therefore that men pray in every place, lifting up pure hands, without anger and contention.(1 Tim 2:8)” ? Or ” We ought always to pray…(Luke 18:1)” or Ecclesiasticus 18:22 “Let nothing hinder thee from praying always, and be not afraid to be justified even to death: for the reward of God continueth for ever.“ There are many other references such as ”Always rejoice. Pray without ceasing. In all things give thanks; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you all.” (1 Thess 5:16-18).
The early Christian martyrs openly prayed to God the Roman Colosseum before being torn apart by lions and other wild animals. The Colosseum was their version of a football stadium albeit a more deadly and bloodthirsty game. Would you have criticized them for praying in public? Tim Tebow is a Christian attempting to walk the walk. As such, his public witness for his Christian faith is fine. We need more of this in the public square to remind our secular culture of how far they have strayed.
Report Post »wbedding
Posted on October 31, 2011 at 10:38amspot on, ACARD944…scriptural context needed to be applied here.
Report Post »mficentral
Posted on October 31, 2011 at 10:58amWhere do you suggest he go when he’s playing football and wants to thank GOD? I’m sure he would love to go somewhere private.
TEA
Report Post »Link8on
Posted on November 1, 2011 at 3:06pmDaniel 6
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10 Now when Daniel learned that the decree had been published, he went home to his upstairs room where the windows opened toward Jerusalem. Three times a day he got down on his knees and prayed, giving thanks to his God, just as he had done before. 11 Then these men went as a group and found Daniel praying and asking God for help. 12 So they went to the king and spoke to him about his royal decree: “Did you not publish a decree that during the next thirty days anyone who prays to any god or human being except to you, Your Majesty, would be thrown into the lions’ den?”
The king answered, “The decree stands—in accordance with the law of the Medes and Persians, which cannot be repealed.”
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13 Then they said to the king, “Daniel, who is one of the exiles from Judah, pays no attention to you, Your Majesty, or to the decree you put in writing. He still prays three times a day.”
I suspect when Jesus spoke about how the hypocrites prayed (you cited Mat 6), all that was seen of their public prayer was ALL of their prayer period. They prayed to the public arena only to be heard by all the people there. The hypocrites never prayed privately to the Almighty. So if Tebow does not pray as much privately as he does publicly, then Tebow is in trouble in his relationship to Jesus. But this guy gets so much attention, I am sure they pick up on his private prayers too, but mainly harass him for the public prayer.
Report Post »TxMadMac
Posted on October 31, 2011 at 8:08amHave your fun now you big tough, rich union boys. But know this, It is written that EVERY KNEE SHALL BOW AND EVERY TONGUE SHALL CONFESS THAT JESUS CHRIST IS LORD ! And while you people mock him, he’s way, and i mean way ahead of you in the faith arena !
Report Post »SpankDaMonkey
Posted on October 31, 2011 at 8:21am.
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Republichic
Posted on October 31, 2011 at 3:15pmThank you, thank you for telling it like it is. Tim will be rewarded for his reverence.
Report Post »celestialfire
Posted on October 31, 2011 at 8:08amTebow is blessed, and unashamedly thankful to his creator. Sorry for those that mock, though they won they are still losers.
Report Post »symphonic
Posted on October 31, 2011 at 8:05amMatthew 6:5 ¶And when thou prayest, thou shalt not be as the hypocrites are: for they love to pray kneeling in the middle of a football field in front of millions of people, or in an endzone to show how God helped THEM get a touchdown, that they may be seen of men. Verily I say unto you, They have their reward.
Report Post »mficentral
Posted on October 31, 2011 at 11:09amYou have got it all wrong. Stop drinking the lib kool aid.
Report Post »rnurmikko
Posted on October 31, 2011 at 8:02amI have been so proud of our Lions until now. Over the top boys. Mock a muslim and see what the reaction is.
Report Post »Snowleopard {gallery of cat folks}
Posted on October 31, 2011 at 8:07amI understand, mock a Muslim and get all but taken out for execution; mock a Christian and win the praises fo the administration.
Report Post »jb.kibs
Posted on October 31, 2011 at 8:13ampretty neat how that works huh? :P
Report Post »KickinBack
Posted on October 31, 2011 at 12:37pmI’m still proud of our Lions. Take hockey players for instance..Hockey players don’t fight because they hate each other, but because they are having fun. Tebow would be the LAST person to complain of being mocked. The man is a professional and a class act.
Report Post »trolltrainer
Posted on October 31, 2011 at 8:01amNot going to vote. We should be in constant prayer and Tebow shows himself to be a strong Christian by turning to God. That said, we should not make a big scene of our faith either.
Matthew 6:6 is SO often misinterpreted, but it does app;y here:
But thou, when thou prayest, enter into thy closet, and when thou hast shut thy door, pray to thy Father which is in secret; and thy Father which seeth in secret shall reward thee openly.
This does NOT mean we should hide our faith or our prayer, but we should also not stand in the synagog (figuratively) proclaiming ourselves to the Lord as the Pharisee of Luke 18 did:
Two men went up into the temple to pray; the one a Pharisee, and the other a publican. The Pharisee stood and prayed thus with himself, God, I thank thee, that I am not as other men are, extortioners, unjust, adulterers, or even as this publican. I fast twice in the week, I give tithes of all that I possess. And the publican, standing afar off, would not lift up so much as his eyes unto heaven, but smote upon his breast, saying, God be merciful to me a sinner. I tell you, this man went down to his house justified rather than the other: for every one that exalteth himself shall be abased; and he that humbleth himself shall be exalted.
As for those mocking Tebow…What else should we expect from the secular world? I am sure many do it in love because they look up to Tebow and want to emulate him. Others do it to mock his faith.
Report Post »DTOM_Jericho (Creator vindicator)
Posted on October 31, 2011 at 8:18am@trainer
How is synagogue figurative? It is literal and literal the word used in the original Greek. And you are sorta, kinda right… should you hide your belief? No. Should you do your prayer in secret as not to bring attention to yourself by grandstanding thereby dissuading others from turning to Him. Yes.
Funny “Matthew” 6:6 says nothing about faith and only prayer. I think YOU are the one misinterpreting.
Report Post »Gonzo
Posted on October 31, 2011 at 8:25amI do not think that Matthew 6:6 does apply here. You need to look at the motivation of the Pharisees and Look at Tebow’s motivation. The pharisees prayed to aggrandize themselves and Tebow prays in true gratitude to God. A lot of kids have been drawn to Christ by looking at Tebow and that’s a lot better than little kids looking up to Michael Vick. The difference is all in the motivation. Do you doubt Tebow’s motivation?
Report Post »trolltrainer
Posted on October 31, 2011 at 8:29amThe synagog is figurative in the sense that I used it here. Of course Jesus was being literal in his parable. But Tebow is not a Jew and does not go to a synagog. So it is figurative in this sense.
As far as Matthew 6:6, what is Tebow doing down on his knee? As you are sort of dense I will answer for you: he is praying.
I think you are just trying to pick a fight over past arguments. It is your problem.
Report Post »trolltrainer
Posted on October 31, 2011 at 8:33amGonzo, you do have a good point. You meant Luke 18 though. Of course Tebow is authentic in his prayer, I do not think he is doing it for show. But what do others think? Maybe that is why God also gave us Matthew 6:6?
Report Post »angelonquest2000
Posted on October 31, 2011 at 4:33pmtrainer you are right on…..if we are ashamed of our lord then he will be ashamed of us before our father in heaven.
Report Post »DTOM_Jericho (Creator vindicator)
Posted on October 31, 2011 at 6:20pm@Trainer
He is not a Jew? I thought believing in the JEWISH Messiah mad you “heir” and “descendants”? I thought being Jewish was a religion?(before Hitler that is) Hmmm, I certainly don’t see any recommendations for “church” behavior. I was simply trying to restore some context for you since you like to destroy it. Which is how you then misinterpret “Matthew” by using pagan christian glasses.
As for your response on “Matthew” 6:6… I have no idea what a football player has to do with it. You said that people misinterpret that verse. This is not true, YOU do because you don’t like the way it makes you feel. It probably would feel even more odd if you understood “closet” in the original language to mean tallit or prayer shawl. What an oddly Jewish thing for christians to do.
I have no problem with you and you are no problem for me. I scold you the same way I would any pagan, preachy, anachronistic, christian. If anything I hesitated after I decided to respond when I put the @, in and realized it was you. Because, you argue like you always do… deflect and insult intellect.(calling your beliefs pagan in origin is a historical fact not an insult) That’s why you are no problem for me.
I shake the dust from my sandals.
Report Post »Midwest_Jew
Posted on October 31, 2011 at 7:59amFolks we shouldn’t be so surprised, these players actions are derived from “positive” feed back from their fans, coaches, ownership and the NFL. “Clowning” as the term goes, the other team is expected at this point of the NFL timeline. Respectful play went the way of Marcus Allen, the last running back I recall who was a class act on each touch down he made. This game, a reflection of society, lacks humility and respect for your fellow man.
Report Post »Soulphoenix
Posted on October 31, 2011 at 7:58amMost pro athletes (just like their high-and-mighty counterparts in business and government) are so amped-up on ego that respect and sportsmanship only matter if penalties are a high probability (and sometimes not even then). Their behavior is weak, plain and simple, and it’s a terrible example for our children.
Report Post »D-Fence
Posted on October 31, 2011 at 8:32amWell put.
Report Post »dsm
Posted on October 31, 2011 at 7:58amObviously the two Lion players mocking Tebow are liberals. This behavior is right out of their playbook. There is going to come a time in this country where everybody is going to be down on their knees.
Report Post »LarryofArabia
Posted on October 31, 2011 at 7:58amT Tebow is a class act. If others want to mock his faith, they can do as they please… it’s a free country or at least it used to be. I say mock all you like, but do so at their own peril. Can anyone say gnashing of teeth? I’ll bet the ACLU chomping at the bit to file a lawsuit.
‘…from the sports desk – - at the colisium it was the Lions 72 – Christians 0.’
Naturally.
Report Post »mocon
Posted on October 31, 2011 at 7:57amThey’re not just mocking Tebow, they’re mocking God.
Report Post »greensteam
Posted on October 31, 2011 at 7:59amaggreed
Report Post »wolverine
Posted on October 31, 2011 at 7:54amCurious as to what you expect from Detroit the ghetto of the mid america
Report Post »JesusFreak4321
Posted on October 31, 2011 at 12:15pmWolverine, as a Lions fan, I will say that this sort of thing sickens me and makes me ashamed of Tulloch and Scheffler. But, I hope you get that not all of us in Detroit are ok with that behavior.
Report Post »Gonzo
Posted on October 31, 2011 at 7:53amJohn 15:18; If the world hates you, know that it has hated me before it hated you.
Report Post »These thugs do not bother Tim Tebow. Their lives are based on money, bling and football. Tim’s life has a much larger purpose and he will be remembered long after they are forgotten.
Master_and_Commander
Posted on October 31, 2011 at 8:00amWell said
Report Post »hightide
Posted on October 31, 2011 at 8:00amIt really bothers people that Tebow shows people that abortion is murder, doesn’t it?
Report Post »Gonzo
Posted on October 31, 2011 at 8:10amIt’s more than that Hightide, our country now hates a righteous man because of his righteousness. The worls sees the Holy Spirit in this young man and the world HATES it! This is coming from a UGA Bulldogs fan! I never thought I would be defending a Gator but, this kid transcends SEC rivalry. God has big plans for him and they are a lot bigger than the NFL.
Report Post »wolverine
Posted on October 31, 2011 at 7:52amI notice we are great at mocking and attacking Christians but these thugs leave the Muslims alone
Report Post »NOBAMA201258
Posted on October 31, 2011 at 9:28amthere are probabably more than a few closet muslims in the nfl,probably proportionate to the number that have been incarcerated, most of em become muzz while behind bars then hit the ribs upon release!
Report Post »wkw58
Posted on October 31, 2011 at 7:51amAs a lifelong Lions fan, I must say that I was ashamed of the players mocking someone who takes his religion as seriously as Tim Tebow.
Report Post »symphonic
Posted on October 31, 2011 at 8:02amAre you for real? Read the New Testament. Jesus said what HE thought of those who pray to be SEEN.
Matthew 6:5 ¶And when thou prayest, thou shalt not be as the hypocrites are: for they love to pray standing in the synagogues and in the corners of the streets, that they may be seen of men. Verily I say unto you, They have their reward.
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Report Post »Matthew 6:5 ¶And when thou prayest, thou shalt not be as the hypocrites are: for they love to pray kneeling in the football fields and in the endzone, that they may be seen of men. Verily I say unto you, They have their reward.
Gonzo
Posted on October 31, 2011 at 9:12amThen you argue against ALL public prayer Symphonic…even prayer in chruch! The scripture you quote refers to the motivation in your heart for praying. God knows Tebow’s motivation for praying and he knows your motivation for this post.
Report Post »FranklinK
Posted on October 31, 2011 at 10:53amSymphonic: You missed the entire message contained in that passage. Public praying is not wrong when done for the proper reason. P.S. – They’d better not make fun of Troy Polamalu!
Report Post »selenesteets
Posted on October 31, 2011 at 7:49amfalling to your knee is a sacred motion
Report Post »neocon1
Posted on October 31, 2011 at 7:49amthe N FL is becoming the N BA
Report Post »Gonzo
Posted on October 31, 2011 at 8:02amHas become.
Report Post »hammer71
Posted on October 31, 2011 at 9:08amIt truly is. It’s become Thug Central. It’s a shame that we are bombarded with such classless behavior at every turn these days…
Report Post »gypsyd
Posted on October 31, 2011 at 7:49amSorry I got the teams wrong, I meant the lions. My bad.
Report Post »neocon1
Posted on October 31, 2011 at 7:48amstupid ghetto trash FN
Report Post »Alvin691
Posted on October 31, 2011 at 7:47amMock a muslem and see what happens. These folks are jerks
Report Post »gypsyd
Posted on October 31, 2011 at 7:46amI for one will never watch a Broncos game again. I am sick of anti Christian sentiment in all its forms and I am not a Christian. I personally hope the Broncos don’t win another game this season. Or any other season as far as that goes.
Report Post »gypsyd
Posted on October 31, 2011 at 7:50amReply to self, get your names straight before you start typing you goofus.
Report Post »mtmoore0061
Posted on October 31, 2011 at 7:56amGypSyd,
I don’t get it.. you say that you are tired of the “anti Christian sentiment”, but yet, you are being anti Christian by saying that you hope the Broncos don’t win another game because of the faith of one who has the guts to show his faith on the field? It was Tim Tebow that was being mocked by the Lions…
Report Post »thankyouvets
Posted on October 31, 2011 at 8:56amlol gypsyd!!!
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