A professional hockey player’s jersey has very nearly sold out on NHL Shop and Fanatics, just days after the liberal media tried crucifying him for boycotting the team’s LBGTQ+ Pride Night last week. When interviewed, Ivan Provorov said that he respects everyone’s choices, and his choice was to stay true to himself and his religion by not wearing the promotional jersey. He offered to answer any and all hockey-related questions, but the media was too focused on his wardrobe to think of any to ask.
Bravo, Ivan! Finally, a breath of fresh air amidst the much of what the media claims is news.
Of course, the incident had to be spun and recycled such that this particular article described Provorov’s choice as a show of “defiance against LGBT fans.” Really? The man clearly stated that he respected everyone’s choice.
The article then went on to accuse the coach for ‘supporting Provorov’s homophobia’ by not benching him. Again, really?? There was nothing hateful in what he said. That’s when I stopped reading; I’ve learned how the media twists things around, thereby manipulating our perception. I’m grateful to have learned to turn it off.
But for his jersey to practically sell out on two websites in a matter of days? That’s speaks volumes! That’s a lot of support for Provorov’s stand, which is to honor his religion.
For that, I’m grateful. Because of his courage, I am strengthened. I’m grateful for athletes like him who are positive role models and who are of solid character. It gives me hope that good will prevail over evil in our fallen world, and the patience to wait gracefully for it, one day at a time.
Do to others as you would have them do to you. ~ Luke 6:31
