Book Review: Know Who You Are, Live Like It Matters by Tim Tebow

To be honest, when I requested this book, I didn't know what I was getting. I simply saw the name and the picture on the cover and knew that I wanted to read it. I have been a fan of Tim Tebow since he was a freshman at the University of Florida in 2006. Every time I have had the opportunity to read things he has written, I have taken that opportunity. But I hadn't read the subtitle to this book-- Know Who You Are, Live Like it Matters: A Homeschooler's Guide to Discovering Your True Identity. I was not homeschooled. I was in a Christian school from K4-12th grade and then went on to live in the dorms of a Christian college. But even still, I can learn from Tebow's insights that he has written into this book.

This Bible Study is split into 4 parts with 9 lessons in each part. Each lesson is short and simple but has a challenge to it. Tebow, along with co-author A.J. Gregory, then gives discussion questions to be answered. He encourages those who are doing the study, both the kids and their parents helping, to take about 30 minutes to journal their answers to these questions, taking time to improve their writing, while also deepening their walk with God.

First, Tebow focuses on our identity in Christ in the section "Who Are You?" He opens this section by saying, "The world does not define you."(5) His purpose for this section is to help individuals realize that identity cannot be found in things, relationships, or even in themselves. Identity is to be found in Christ.

Second, Tebow focuses on how we go through difficulties in "Don't Sweat It; God's Got It." He stresses the importance of keeping our focus in trials on who we have our identity in. We can have our identity secure through easy times, but it is much more difficult to do this during difficulties. But through Christ, we can overcome.

Third, Tebow focuses on our relationships with others in "Others Matter." While our identity cannot be found in our relationships with others, these relationships still matter. As our identity in Christ grows, so should our relationships and how we interact with others.

Finally, Tebow focuses on our eternal impact in "Live Bigger." Our purpose on this earth is not just to be born, live, and die. God has placed us here to bring honor and glory to Him, as well as bring others to Him. God wants to use His people for His purposes. We should have the desire and the drive to allow Him to use us.

Tebow does an excellent job relating specifically to the student. While I wasn't homeschooled, as I mentioned before, I can almost get a glimpse into a homeschooler's life. It is a unique perspective, one that is so often overlooked. Tebow did very well in conveying that, and I would highly recommend this devotional book as a part of one's curriculum.

RATING: 4.5 out of 5

Where to Purchase: https://waterbrookmultnomah.com/books/548256/know-who-you-are-live-like-it-matters-by-tim-tebow-with-a-j-gregory/

Bibliography:

Tebow, Tim. Know Who You Are, Live Like It Matters: A Homeschooler's Guide to Discovering Your True Identity. Colorado Springs, CO: Waterbrook, 2017

FTC Disclosure:

I received a complimentary copy of this book through the "Blogging for Books" book review program, which requires an honest, though not necessarily positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own