Solutions October 2017 | Page 59

When I think of myself, Tim Tebow, I’m limited. I’m finite, I’m lacking, I’m just a name. But when I see myself as a child of God, I can get through anything. Kelinda: Why did you feel it was important to write a book for young people who are homeschooled— and for the parents who homeschool them? Tim: This book is special to me because I was homeschooled. There’s not a ton of books written by homeschoolers to encourage homeschoolers. I want to support homeschooled kids especially if they feel like outsiders or diferent. School is more than just about hanging out with everyone else or learning subjects like math or English— although it’s important. It’s about building character and becoming the person you want to be in life. I want to help kids do that! Kelinda: You bring out the impor- tance of journaling in “A Note From Tim” at the beginning of the book. When did you discover journaling as a tool for self-reflection? Tim: I started doing this in my own way by writing in my Bible as early as in elementary school. (I still have the Bible today!). I would highlight passages and write down what I felt God speaking to me through them. As I got older, I would use the same Bible to jot down notes for speeches or thought-provoking things I heard others say. It’s not the traditional form of journaling, but it’s helped over the years. Kelinda: In your book, you begin each of the 36 lessons with a Scripture, explain that scripture in a meaningful context, then ask the young people to journal about how it applies to their lives. Is this a pattern you use for your own life, when studying the Word of God? Tim: When I read the Bible, I seek to understand the passage of Scripture in its context. Also, I find God teaches me something different every time, depending on what I’m going through or what I need. God’s word is powerful and life-changing! Kelinda: What is the most important thing that you want homeschoolers to learn from Know Who You Are, Live Like It Matters? Tim: When you are in a relationship with God through His Son Jesus Christ, you understand how important you are. You matter. You have purpose. Your life has meaning. And knowing whose you are will make a different during those tough times. With God, you can do more than just get through life, you can thrive in it. Life isn’t going to be easy, but it’s worth it!” Kelinda: This book can be a great tool for parents who are homeschooling their children. What advice would you give to them, as Solutions 59