I’d like to start this post by making a couple points. First off, I’m a Packers fan. Secondly, I’m Buddhist. Third, I don’t judge anyone based on their religion.
Having said all that, I’m having a serious issue with some of the news coverage of Tim Tebow in regards to his religion and the part that it plays in his being a quarterback, and the success he has had so far in his young career.
The media has made it seem that a large portion of the fans of the NFL are having an issue with his religion and his modest displays of tribute to his god and chosen religion. They have spun it that any of us that have different beliefs are somehow at odds with all of it and that we want him to tone it down or fail. I actually saw a blog by a sports reporter that said if he was beaten by the Steelers it would be a banner day for Atheism.
That was possibly one of the most uneducated comments I’ve ever seen. I don’t know of anyone wanting him to fail for any reason other than the fact that they are fans of another team. Certainly not because they are a follower of another religion.
He is a very good player. While he may not be the most technically sound quarterback, he is most certainly an intelligent and talented competitor.
Then the question is often posed: is he successful because of his religion?
Short answer: yes. But not for the reasons the media likes to put out there to stir up controversy and expand readership of their respective news sources.
Yes he is doing well because of belief in a higher power. But more so because he believes in himself, his team, his coaches and his abilities. This calms him, and unlike most other qbs, he is able to play like crap for most of a game and still not get rattled, most times pulling off the big play when it really matters. He is an anomaly because of his absolute imperviousness to pressure. This comes from being centered by his aforementioned beliefs in god and man.
Say what you will about his athletic talent. That he isn’t good enough. Not strong enough. But keep in mind that Joe Montana wasn’t either. Or Broadway Joe. Or Johnny Unitas.
But they kept positive, kept their head and heart in the game…. And won.
The lesson is this. Believe in you even when no one else does. When you are ridiculed and belittled for your actions and deeds. Have a clear mind, a clear heart, and righteous purpose. And remember that it doesn’t matter who you pray to or even if you pray. It just matters that you believe in yourself and your actions.
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