In the news this week were the varsity cheerleaders in Kountze, Texas of Kountze High School who put scriptures on their signs and banners encouraging their football team to go for the victory. This act of faith has sent parents and school board officials into a frenzy, causing an unnecessary battle. Being that this issue is so minor, I resolve to believe that the Christian faith is really what's being challenged.
Banners and signs are not forcing personal religion and beliefs on anyone it is just an outward expression of encouragement of an individuals beliefs. Which is no different from Muslims wearing the 'Hijab, or Jewish men wearing the yarmulke. Head gear is against school uniform in most schools however we allow this headdress because of their religious values. Do we challenge this exception? No, because we know that their personal beliefs do not effect my personal beliefs.
What if the fans in the stadium seats brought personal signs with scripture on them, encouraging the team, would that be a problem also? Lets pray for the Cheerleaders and their strength to keep fighting the good fight because through it all the battle is not theirs it is the Lord's.
What do you think?
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