Posted by
Billy on Monday, February 01, 2010 11:49:27 AM
It’s good to be alive. But don’t say that too loud. Someone might claim
you’re being too political.
Heisman-winning quarterback Tim Tebow knows how to play offense. He also
knows to expect opposition. Unfortunately, off the field, there’s no one to
throw a flag when the other side plays rough.
But that’s exactly what’s been happening. Earlier this week, Focus on the
Family announced that University of Florida quarterback Tim Tebow, and his
mother Pam, would appear in a 30-second commercial on Super Bowl Sunday. The
theme of the ad sponsored by Focus, and now raising such ire, is simply,
“Celebrate Family, Celebrate Life.”
Focus on the Family’s spokesperson, Gary Schneeberger, said the ad’s goal “is
to...help folks who are watching come to us if they’re struggling in their
marriage or struggling raising their children.” Three cheers for Focus.
While I’ve yet to see the ad myself, anyone familiar with Tebow’s story and
faith should have an idea of what to expect. Tim’s parents were missionaries in
the Philippines when Pam found out she was expecting. After a series of grave
complications, doctors encouraged her to abort the baby. The parents refused.
Born small and weak, Timmy struggled from the beginning, but overcame the
odds.
In his sophomore year playing for the University of Florida he earned the
Heisman trophy. He also led his team to two BCS championships during his college
career.
When he’s not wearing shoulder pads and his famous eye-black interlaid with
Bible verses, Tebow is also shining off the field. During his college career, he
spent spring breaks and summers ministering to orphans in the Philippines.
Meanwhile, on free weekends, you could often find him behind bars, reaching out
to prisoners.
Now as Tebow prepares himself for the NFL draft day, news of the 30-second
spot is creating a terrific stir.
The National Organization for Women and a host of other organizations are
pressuring CBS to pull the ad. Many, including ABC News, are calling it too
“political.”
Please. People need to understand one thing: The political always involves
morality; but not all morality is political.
Tebow and Focus on the Family are calling the right play. Like any good team,
they are playing offense—advancing the values of human dignity, and using one of
the most watched evenings of television to open arms to those who may be hurting
and alone.
( The above is part of a radio commentary Charles Colson did at the end of last week. Yes good for Tim Tebow, his family and Focus on the Family. As I posted last week if Tebow's mom was doing a TV spot in which she said I am glad I aborted my son The National Organization for Women would be 100% behind the spot. The pro. choice movement is really pro. death. They only want women to have the right to choice when they are going to decide to kill the baby. Read more of what Colson wrote Flag on the
Play or listen to it right here.)
