Tim Tebow Coaches Liberty University Students on Making an Impact

Heisman Trophy winner and NFL quarterback Tim Tebow stepped on stage at the Liberty University Vines Center Friday to an enthusiastic Convocation crowd of more than 10,000 welcoming him to the world’s largest Christian university for the first time. Tebow shed his football pads and helmet to share his heart with the student body, challenging them to make an impact.

“There are a lot of people who are going to tell you that you can’t, that you shouldn’t, that you couldn’t,” Tebow said. “Most of the time those are the people that didn’t, that couldn’t, that wouldn’t … But you can, because we serve a big God and your goals should be as big as the God we serve.”
Chancellor Jerry Falwell, Jr. introduced Tebow, praising him for his character and his commitment to his faith.

“In an industry where many are celebrated only for their performance on the field, Tim Tebow is an example of how much can be accomplished by living your values and making a positive difference in the lives of others,” Falwell said. “Tim is a fierce competitor with a strong work ethic. Tim is a leader that his teammates trust and respect. Even more than his impressive athletic skills is his integrity and character that have won him a league of fans. Tim lives a life that consistently reflects his values — he is dedicated to helping people in communities in need.”

Tebow called students to resist to peer pressure and strive to be an example. It is not always easy, he said, but God uses those who are willing to “go the extra mile” to be an encouragement to others.
“You want to be great? Be a servant. You want to be great? Humble yourself,” Tebow said.
He said though many people look up to him because of his ability on the football field, the true role models are the missionaries and humanitarians who risk their lives every day to share the Gospel and serve others.
“You don’t know when you are in your fourth quarter. You don’t know how much time you have left,” Tebow said in closing. “Are you ready? Are you willing to finish strong? Are you passionate about the Gospel? Are you willing to not be average but to be an example? Are you going to be great? Are you going to serve others? And are you willing to finish strong?”’

After his message Tebow responded to questions submitted by Liberty staff and students, taking the opportunity to share some of the values he strives for in being a man of God.
Tebow will return to the Vines Center stage tonight as he gives the keynote address for the opening night of Wildfire Men’s Impact Weekend, a two-day men’s conference designed to encourage men in their faith and train them to live the adventurous life God intended for men.