Kershaw Points to Scripture’s Meaning of the Rainbow during Dodgers’ Pride Night.
In a powerful, faith-filled move, Dodgers pitcher Clayton Kershaw has sparked widespread attention after writing “Genesis 9:12–16” on his team-issued ‘Pride Night’ game this past weekend.
The passage Kershaw referenced is one of the most well-known covenantal promises in Scripture, where God declares that the rainbow is not a symbol of pride, but a sign of His everlasting covenant with all living creatures following the flood, “I have set my bow in the cloud, and it shall be a sign of the covenant between me and the earth…” (Genesis 9:13, ESV)
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The verses continue with God’s assurance that He will never again destroy all flesh with a flood and that the rainbow will serve as a reminder of His mercy and faithfulness to every future generation.
Kershaw’s quiet act is a faith-filled response to the use of the rainbow as a symbol during Pride Month. While the Dodgers organization hosted its annual LGBTQ+ celebration, Kershaw’s hat stood out—inscribed with Scripture pointing back to the biblical origin and real meaning of the rainbow.
This moment follows a broader cultural trend of athletes and public figures pushing back against secular pressures, opting instead to stand on biblical truth.
Kershaw, a known believer and outspoken Christian, has previously shared about his faith guiding his career, marriage, and charitable work. He was also instrumental in reviving the Dodgers’ “Christian Faith & Family Day” in recent years.
While the Dodgers have not yet issued a public statement, fans are taking notice. “Genesis 9 is a reminder to everyone—God keeps His promises,” said another supporter. “It’s not a symbol of pride. It’s a symbol of mercy.”
As faith again becomes a central part of American culture, Kershaw’s move serves as a quiet but clear stand: God’s Word is the ultimate source of truth and stands firm through all generations.
