Denver Bronco quarterback, Tim Tebow, has gotten a lot of press lately. A professed Christian, Tebow has led The Broncos to a series come from behind victories. When the Denver Defense is on the field as the seconds wind down, the cameras like to focus on Tim Tebow on the sidelines in prayer. We should not be surprised. Going back to his college days, Tim Tebow was always quick to publicly confess his faith in Jesus Christ as his Lord and Savior. Likewise, we should not be surprised that Tim Tebow is being criticised and even mocked for his blatant Christian witness.
When I think about Tim Tebow I can't help but recall the question: If you were arrested for being a Christian, would there be enough evidence to convict you? In the case of Tim Tebow, the jury seems to have already rendered their verdict. "Yes." I am not so sure the decision would be as clear for myself, and many others who like me who confess to be followers of Christ.
When I listen to his teammates reflect on what Tim Tebow means to them I hear words like: confidence, leadership and commitment. Even if the cameras didn't focus on his sideline prayer routine, Tim Tebow's actions would serve as testimony to the role Jesus plays in his life.
What better time of year for all of us to model Tim Tebow, and the example of Jesus as well? Through our actions we need to reflect the love and the hope that we have found in Jesus, the Infant King. While the world is expressing words of holiday greeting, "Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays, etc." we need to be living out the spirit of the Christ Child. We need to be people of peace, joy and hope.
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