Separation of Church and Football

Have to admit I find it hard to be offended by Florida Gators' Tim Tebow's biblical eye blacking. Even as a big ol' lefty who has nothing but scorn for the religious right and organized religion in general, I see nothing wrong with Tebow doing his thing.

Isaiah 40:31 says "but those who hope in the LORD will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint." It's probably the nearest thing the Bible has to a pregame pep speech. So what's the big deal?

Of course, I'd have more sympathy for the wingnuts sticking up for Tebow if, like me, they would be similarly unconcerned by a Muslim player quoting verses from the Koran. Can't really see that happening though.