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The New York Times best-selling sports star and media icon motivates readers to stop postponing dreams and start making them happen now because—this is the day.
Beyond Tim Tebow's exploits as a Heisman-winning football player, he is widely known and respected for his exemplary character and personal excellence, which have made him a role model for millions. When Tim interacts with the public, he often encounters people who feel "stuck"—unable to take action on matters ranging from daily life to pursuing lifelong dreams. In response, Tim often identifies a crippling fear or lack of courage, to which he advises: "now is the time to take some risks, to quiet the voices of defeat, to step forward and make a mark, because this is the day." In this inspiring, motivational book, readers will receive the advice and encouragement to daily move from "pause" to "play" in finding deeper meaning and success. Tim illustrates the book's themes with stories from his personal life that will delight all readers, including his an update on his dream pursuit of a baseball career.
Imagine when hearing the sound of the morning alarm, instead of groaning or slapping the snooze button, you awaken—mind, heart, and soul—to possibility. Something better. Something more.
You open your eyes, and before your feet hit the ground running, you pause. You choose not to be ruled by the tune of just getting by, not to allow what really matters to get swallowed up by the daily grind, and not to ignore what you really want out of life.
This is the day that God has made. This day. Right now. Whatever moment you are breathing in, God made this day. Even when times are tough, something about this day is good. There's always a reason, however small, to find joy in this day. Sometimes we have to choose to look for it. Sometimes we have to ask God to help us find it.
How different would your day be if you lived out the words of Psalm 118:24? Think about it; really think about it.
Is there something you would change?
Is there someone you would reach out to?
Is there something you would need to give?
Is there something you would need to let go of?
I'm not saying putting this into practice is easy. Hard times are inevitable. Obstacles will come. Some battles are harder to fight than others. You may get knocked down, but you don't have to stay there. Each day you wake up, you have a chance to get unstuck, to step out of a comfortable routine that may be limiting your potential, and to fight for something that's important.
You were made not just to survive today but to thrive in it. I want to encourage you to stop putting off your dreams, your goals, and the purpose God has for you. It's time to become the person He has created you to be.
I wrote this book to get you to start thinking about what you can do, beginning today, to make a change. It doesn't have to be a grand gesture. Something as simple as recognizing divine moments, choosing to believe God over your doubts, taking action instead of complaining, and just opening your eyes and paying attention can impact your life and others' lives in powerful ways.
It's never too late. You're not too young. You're not too old. You can have purpose not only in your life but also in this day. There is always something you can do right now to improve yourself, to make an impact on someone or something else, or to create or enjoy a meaningful moment. Challenge yourself right now to begin to think about each day as an opportunity to crush it, to pursue the right things, to gain a better perspective, to step out of your comfort zone, and to go all in.
Whether you're a college grad needing the push to create and attack your five-year plan, a thirtysomething stuck in a job you hate, a single mom or dad struggling to get by and lacking joy, a career man or woman who feels a bit stuck, or an empty nester wondering what on earth you're going to do with your life, you can use the principles I offer in this book. It's time to uncover your God-given potential and start really living.
This is the day you can switch off autopilot and begin living with passion.
This is the day you can see what God sees.
This is the day you can overcome a bad habit or a character flaw.
This is the day that can bring you a step closer to your dreams and goals.
This is the day you can fight for what's right.
This is the day you can change someone's life for the better.
This is the day you can change your own life.
Life isn't just about one day. It's about this day.
What a grand thing it is to be loved! What a far grander thing it is to love!
Clear blue skies to my left, the same on my right. I'm comfortable, planted on my seat watching a good movie. Like me, other passengers nearby are in their own worlds. Some are taking a nap. Others are glued to their electronic devices, fingers tapping rhythmically across keyboards.
And though I'm engrossed in the dramatic fight scene unfolding on my screen, I sense something. An inexplicable heaviness weighs down my heart.
A flight attendant stops to my right. "Can I get you something to drink, sir?" she asks with a smile.
I pull my headphones off. "No thank you, ma'am." Before I can park them back on my head, I hear commotion brewing in the background. I look back. Passengers are stirring in their seats, turning their heads to get a better view of something happening behind them. Loud gasps and concerned whispers explode. With a little over an hour of flight left before we're scheduled to land in Phoenix, Arizona, something potentially serious is unfolding.
There's too much commotion to figure out exactly what's going on. In the thick of the anxious buzz, I hear someone call out, "Does anyone have an EpiPen?" as a flight attendant charges down the aisle toward the front of the plane.
A part of me feels drawn to the scene. Maybe I can help. Maybe I can do something. But I ignore the pull and put my headphones back on. Someone probably had an allergic reaction or got sick or something. I don't want to be nosy. I'll let the flight attendants do their job.
God nudges my heart. I can't escape the silent words that scream inside me. You need to do something!
Immediately, my mind spins with excuses for the next three seconds. I'm really into this movie. And what can I do anyway? If I walk back there, I'll probably be more of a distraction than a help. I think of more reasons to stay put. And do nothing.
Then a flight attendant appears in our cabin. "Is anyone here a doctor?" She looks calm, but the tone in her voice betrays alarm. When the passengers around me shake their heads, she hurries toward the back of the plane. I look at the people around me. Panic lines their faces. Concerned voices whisper back and forth.
My heart feels like lead. I'm totally unsettled now. I look back again and see a woman crying uncontrollably. There's movement in the aisle. But between flight attendants and a passenger or two doing something I can't quite make out, I still don't have a clue what's going on. The feeling of urgency is overwhelming. I can't just sit here and watch.
I stand up and walk toward the nearest flight attendant. "Excuse me, ma'am. I don't know what's going on back there. Is there anything I can do to help? Or maybe the woman back there, the one who's crying, maybe she would like me to pray with her?" Nodding, she forces a polite smile. I watch her leave. But she doesn't say a word to the woman who is obviously very upset.
"Of course I will," she says.
I notice a boy not far from the scene. Nine, maybe ten years old. I remember him passing me on the plane earlier. He was so excited to see me and wanted to say hello. The kid, now with eyes wide and tinged with fear, stares at the man on the floor. His dad is trying to cover his son's eyes.
My stomach churns. Man. This kid does not need to see this.
The obviously ill man's eyes are half open. Then they're closed and he looks to be unconscious. He's been stripped of some of his clothing, and blood drips down the side of his mouth. A female passenger kneels over him, pumping his chest with her bare hands. Looking for signs of life.
I wrap my arms around both women, who bury their faces in my shoulders. And as flight attendants hustle up and down the aisle and a passenger continues to perform CPR on the man on the floor, I pray. I pray for God's hand of mercy to cover him. I pray for a wall of protection over him. I pray for a miracle.
After I pray, the women tell me their names. Debbie is the wife of Boots, the sick man she thinks has gone into cardiac arrest. They've been married more than nineteen years. Karen, the woman with Debbie, is a coworker. Both hail from South Carolina. The three of us talk a bit before tears fall again.
"Boots was fine up until the last hour," Debbie says while trying to stifle a sob. "I could just tell something was wrong. I asked him if he wanted water or something, but he said no. Then he just stopped breathing." She shakes her head, unable to speak. Her shoulders tremble as she weeps. Karen and I pray while Debbie cries. It's a cycle we repeat many times over the final hour of flight. Talk. Pray. Cry. Talk. Pray. Cry.
At some point, someone suddenly yells, "Stand clear!" The paddles of a defibrillator slap down on Boot's bare chest. He bucks violently and thuds back on the ground, motionless.
With so much crying and praying and chaos, I barely feel the wheels touch down on the tarmac. The hour I was with Debbie flew by in what felt like minutes. As we descend toward the runway, I hold Debbie and Karen tight.
We all deplane and soon after I meet up with Debbie and Karen. I offer to take them to the car that's waiting for me and to find their checked luggage. Debbie clutches her handbag with trembling hands and can barely stand. She tries to explain what her suitcase looks like. I slide an arm around Debbie's waist to support her, while still holding on to her husband's blood-stained clothing, everyone's carry-on bags by my feet. Lost in a world that has just fallen apart, Debbie clings to the words I think I got a pulse.
Debbie turns white. She hadn't realized her husband had actually died. Hearing the painful truth unsteadies her balance. Her knees buckle and she crashes into my arms. The cop shakes his head and rests his hand on her shoulder. He whispers, "I am so sorry your husband passed." I'll never forget his kindness. He stayed with us for hours afterward, even while I accompanied Debbie to identify her husband's body in another cold hospital room.
It's tough to witness someone's world collapse before her eyes. And, telling. These moments, shocking, heart breaking, and gut wrenching, remind me that life is fragile. And it can be cut tragically short. We don't know how much time we have on earth. We don't know how many days we have to spend with loved ones, to say what we want to say, to show our appreciation, to make sure they know we love them.
This Is the Day: Reclaim Your Dream. Ignite Your Passion. Live Your Purpose. (B&N Exclusive Edition) 4.8 out of 5 based on 0 ratings. 33 reviews.
In This Is The Day, Tim Tebow makes it clear that "life is not about putting off until tomorrow what we can do today." As I read this book it became more clear that this is me! I think about doing something, reach out to a friend or family member in need, send that card, text that person that's been on my mind, or even pray for someone I might have committed to praying for, but put it off until a "better time." Tim's style of writing is so easy to understand. His faith is truly inspiring. His encouragement is exactly what people need in today's world. Tim shows us how to live each day to the fullest, no matter what, despite the set backs and distractions in life, we can get through it by seeking God's purpose for each day. This Is The Day is a book that should be read by all, no matter where you are in your faith or what you are doing in your life. Tim will inspire you to live each day in ways that make a difference in your own life and in the life of others. This book will encourage you to trust God in all things, to step out of our comfort zones, put down the electronic devices and pay attention to those around us. Make each day count! "Wake up each morning fueled by a whisper, This is the day!" I received an uncorrected proof copy of this book from the publisher for being a member of the launch team. This is my true and honest review. This is the day to go buy this book!
I can't say enough good things about this book. I had not read anything by Tim Tebow prior to this. I will now be buying the others to read. I was motivated and inspired from the Introduction until the very last page. This book is good for teens or adults. You certainly don't need to be a sports fan to enjoy this encouraging book. I will be giving this book as gifts to many people in my life that might need a little boost or even a great big shove to get moving with life. This is the Day - this one - not tomorrow and not yesterday. THIS IS THE DAY!!! **Disclaimer** I was provided a copy of this book by the publisher, Waterbrook Multnomah. The opinions are definitely my own. I have bought several copies to give as gifts to friends and family.
Tim Tebow talks about how he dreams and what He does to use His days for the Lord. He uses every opportunity possible to reach out to those who are hurting in front of him. He show the reader how to reach out to those in front of him who walk with a walker or can not walk from an amputation or other injury. He shares how He can always find hurting people in the airports. He also has a Foundation that reaches out to orphans, sick people . He shares about how He really likes to reach out to people with special needs. He talked about the Special night the Foundation has all over the US for the special needs young adults to be pampered and treated for a night to be special .It is like a prom for the special need population. He also talked about a child who was burned in the Philippines and did not have money to get treatment. His hospital in the Philippines helped her get the medical care she needed. Tim reminds us to go to the well when we need recharging and He will meet our needs . He is open about his compassion and care for those hurting around him. He shared that Jesus has a free gift of salvation for us. I found this book so amazing and would be excellent for almost anyone to read. It teaches how to live out Christianity in our tough world. I know teens and adults could benefit from the book. I know Tim is so well known and looked up to and his message can have an impact in this book. I think youth groups could encourage the students to read the book. He has the Heisman trophy and is well known for his football and baseball playing. He has a really platform to share how we can daily live out our Christian life wherever we go. Thank you Waterbrook for allowing me to read and review this book and thank you Tim for your message.
This is the Day by author and sports figure Tim Tebow is a wonderful book. It is filled with encouragement and inspirational words to uplift and motivate readers. In his book, Tim challenges readers to search for joy, whether little or big, every day. The Bible says. In Psalm 118:24 "This is the day the Lord has made, let us rejoice and be glad in it." The author is just explaining how to do exactly that. He challenge readers to put life to that scripture daily. I have never read one of author Tebow's books and was pleasantly surprised by his writing style. This is the Day is well researched, planned, organized, and written. Tebow's style is easy to follow and flows effortlessly. Like coffee with a friend, I would drink up the stories in this book with enjoyment. I enjoyed reading this book and learned many insuring things. Using his own personal experience the author has written this book from a Christian perspective. He uses the stories of others', too. It is a positive book for anyone and will help them turn their negativity around. It appears the main goal of this book is to encourage both Christians and non-Christians to change the way they may be thinking about themselves and/or their circumstances. In this God glorifying book, each of the twelve chapters reveals how God worked in Tebow's life. Even though we might not be aware, God is always there and always in control. He encourages readers to dream dreams, make goals, be intentional about doing things that matter, to have a positive influence in the world around them, and most of all to make today be the day to live a life of purpose, meaning, and significance. Wow. How is that for encouragement? Beginning each chapter is a relative quote from a famous person of note. Then the chapters themselves tackles relevant subjects among which are Listening to the Right Voice, Live with Open Hands, Put in the Work, Open Your Eyes, and Get in the Game. Each chapter ends with a section called "Make this your day". Questions are proposed and suggestions given on how to apply the chapter's principle in today's life. A self reflection question ends this section. Definitely leaves readers something to ponder. Acknowledgments, information on the author and Tim Tebow Foundation close the 209 page book. I would highly recommend this book to anyone. Middle schoolers to grandparents would enjoy reading it and be inspired. They would be able to help encourage others, too. It would make a great small group or reading club book. Perfect for birthday or Christmas gifts. It definitely earned a 5 out of 5 stars from me. I received a complimentary copy of the uncorrected proof of this book and was not required to write a review. The opinions are my own.
I received a early review copy from the publisher. It was such an encouraging book. I enjoyed reading all the stories from his life, it was cool to see another side of him in his own words. This is the Day is full of very encouraging stories and experiences really impacted my current circumstances. The stories help remind me to appreciate the simple acts of kindness opportunities that occur everyday. It also reminds me of how God can and does use us each and every day when we are open to follow his lead.
Get in the game…Today! If you've followed Tim Tebow's life and career you know what he stands for, unashamedly. So, if that is something that offends you or scares you then don't read this book. However, if that makes you curious to see what Tim has to share in his latest book then you will not be disappointed. You know it will be honest, from the heart, will convict you and inspire you to live a life of significance. If that doesn't appeal to you then you should probably skip this one too. If you are still with me, read on. In "This Is the Day" you will be inspired to get up, get off the couch and get it the game to work for your goals and dreams. A couple of quotes from the book set the tone and might make you curious. "If you are looking for a feel-good self-help book, you should probably stop reading right now. Because here's the thing: Striving for something and living a life of significance doesn't always feel good." Remember, I said it would be honest. This is an example of that honesty. This quote may surprise you and pique your interest to read to get the context in which it was written. "There might be a ton of Christians out there who feel that God tells them exactly what to do. I'm not one of them." Hmm… Tim takes you on his journey through life sharing his experiences in life with his family, his career and his passion, service to others. You will read stories you might have seen a headline or tweet about, but inside this book, you get the rest of the story, firsthand from someone who lived it. One more quote from the book, "In everything we do, we have a chance to influence. In fact, one of the greatest things we can do in life is influence other people for the better." In this book, Tim Tebow will influence you for the better and challenge you to use what you learn and influence others. I don't always give 5-star reviews but when I know a book has the potential to change lives it is deserving of that rating. "This Is the Day" IS one of those books. Get yours today! Full Disclosure: I was provided a pre-release copy of the book as part of the launch team in return for my honest review. That is what you see above.
I have always been a fan of Tim Tebow. I remember watching him play as the quarterback for the Denver Broncos and loving his style, but what I have always admired is watching him live his faith. Seeing him take a knee in prayer (also known as "Tebowing") is such a beautiful example of seeing his faith lived out. Tim's latest book This Is the Day is a call to action! To again find our dreams, our passion, and our purpose. You can feel from the very first page that this book is different. I instantly grabbed a pen and highlighter because I knew I would find little gems throughout that would speak to me and I was not disappointed. You can feel just how much Tim poured his heart into this book. Granted, the ideas given of reclaiming your dreams and re-igniting your passion are nothing new, but they are presented with personal stories of Tim's own journey to living his own purpose, which makes them real, and speaks to you on a very personal and authentic level. I remember everyone being shocked that Tim wanted to go from playing professional football to minor league baseball and he tells about this choice in the book. I mean, who does that? Who chooses to make less money and go into a sport that you haven't done since high school? Tim Tebow does. After coming to God in prayer, he realized that his passion was no longer in football but in baseball. It wasn't about the money. "It mattered more what was in my heart than what others wanted me to do." And so he did. He chose passion. Tim reminds us that our identity is not what we do but who we are in Jesus and it is something we need to always be reminded of. This is just one small example that Tim gives us. This Is the Day is full of stories from his personal life and from his refreshing perspective. This book is a quick read but it packs a powerful punch. You feel more like you're conversing with a friend than reading a book which is something I always enjoy. This Is the Day is a call to action! It is motivational, uplifting, and a wonderful resource! Highly recommend!! *I received an advanced, complimentary copy of this book from WaterBrook Publishing in exchange for an honest, unbiased review. All opinions are my own.
This Is the Day: Reclaim Your Dream. Ignite…I received this book from WaterBrook and Multnomah, as part of their launch team, in exchange for my honest review. Tim Tebow is such an inspirational writer. In this book he shares how he is able to apply his faith to his life and then he gives challenges to show ways that we can do this too. He shares how he feels the same we do at times. He can feel categorized, or put-down, just like us, but by staying true to God and the faith He has given us we can overcome and tackle these feelings and show how a Christian can excel with God. "This is the day" to begin. I like the way he writes so it is easy to read yet challenging enough to make me think. The biblical references are now highlighted in my Bible and I have a feeling I will be referring to this book quite a bit in the future. I highly recommend this book.
This is the Day! God has been preparing Tim Tebow's heart for this message since his birth. As a young child, his Mom would wake up the clan singing the song based on Psalm 188:24: "This is the day that the Lord has made. We will rejoice and be glad in it." His Dad was more boisterous and would rush in shouting, "Here we go! Are you alive, alert, awake and enthusiastic?" Tebow's parents also made sure he understood the importance of a personal relationship with Jesus and the need to share the Love of God with everyone he encounters. This is the Day is a great encouragement for all readers no matter who you are, where you are or what you're going through. Tebow encourages readers to trust God through all things and reminds us of the myriad of ways God has provided solutions when there seemed to be NO way. He also continually challenges readers to step out of our comfort zones, put down our electronic devices and pay attention to those around us. Take time to notice the lonely, hurting, those that are needing a quiet prayer said over and with them. I have Tebow's first book, but this one is a billion times better! In This is the Day, Tebow comes across as very realistic, approachable and inspirational. I was provided an ARC of this book by the Publisher. The opinions expressed here are completely my own and without influence. I've preordered a copy of this book for my own personal library as well as purchased a copy for a gift.
I really enjoyed reading this book and all the stories Tim told to show the meaning behind "This Is The Day"! Tim challenges us to give a listening ear to what God may have in store for us in our daily lives and to respond to those promptings. I loved all the stories from the airplanes to the baseball field that were good examples of what he is trying to convey in his book. Tim wants the reader to look and see how they may be able to make a difference in someone's life and to do it! We don't have tomorrow promised to us and if we can be helpful to someone, that will make our life better as well. I definitely recommend this book to anyone wanting to hear some great stories and anyone wanting to enrich their own life by being a part of another person's life. I received a copy of this book from the publisher Waterbrook Multnomah as part of the book launch team for This Is The Day, in return for an honest review. I recommend this heartily.
This is the Day is a reminder that each day counts and that we need to step out and be the hands and feet of Jesus in our life. Tim Tebow is a hero of mine so I was so excited to read his latest book. He shares in a conversational way about his beliefs and his life. How he has overcome injuries and other set-backs to use the talents God has given him and he encourages us to do the same. I really like how he emphasizes how important it is to love those around us. Our families, our friends and others - especially those in need. I also like that he emphasizes how important it is to put God first. To know God and share the love that He has given us - plus to use our gifts in our life. I really thought this was amazing because I have seen some of the hate that Tim Tebow has endured for his love of Christ, yet he continues on in his faith and strengthens it despite the haters. This book encouraged me so much to go forward and use my gifts of art and writing for God. Life truly is fleeting and it's not to be wasted with self-absorbed activities but with things that glorify the Lord. That's really the lesson of this book and it has inspired me so much. I love this book and intend to re-read it, especially on those days when I'm feeling "less-than". I give this book 5 out of 5 stars and highly recommend it to everyone! *This book was provided to me by Multnomah/Waterbrook Press. I received a copy of this book to review but I was not financially compensated in any way. The opinions expressed are my own and are based on my observations while reading this book.
The wisdom, insights, and inspiration in Tim Tebow's This is the Day are timeless, but I think it is particularly appropriate that it popped up in my reading queue at the first of the new year when peoples' thoughts turn to renovating their lives. I knew little about Tim Tebow, but I now know that although he is an athletic star, his goal is to help others and humbly point attention on Jesus. This book will inspire you to be your best and find your path through the strength of Jesus. Tebow tries to walk out his life according to Biblical principles. He is all about following God, loving others, and doing his best. He is also realistic about life's challenges. Sometimes nonfiction can be a slower read than fiction, but that is not the case with This is the Day. Tebow intertwines his own background and anecdotes from his life with Biblical truths. He never claims to be perfect, make all the right choices, or have an easy life. He also doesn't claim to have all the right answers for everyone else's life. He does, however, know how to come alongside people from all backgrounds and situations and pray with them. He knows how to point people to his best friend, Jesus. This is the Day does not really fit any category other than nonfiction. Sports aficionados will love it. People, like me, who give a "deer in the headlights stare" when someone mentions the name of a sports team will love it. This book is for men, women, and teens. It is for Christians and those seeking God. It is for people at the top of their life game and for those suffering, struggling and wondering why life is the way it is. I recommend this book for everyone. I think you'll be amazed and surprised at the wisdom and truths found in the inspirational This is the Day. It can be a life changer for you. I would like to extend my thanks to NetGalley and to WaterBrook (Penguin Random House) for giving me the opportunity to read this book in exchange for an honest review.
Hearing the heart of this young man was a blessing and an encouragement.
Good book! Looking forward to reading shaken by Tim Tebow.
In "This Is The Day," Tim Tebow encourages readers to view each day as a gift from God to be used for his glory. He reminds us to step outside of our comfort zone and live in the moment, because we are not guaranteed tomorrow. Tebow shares personal stories and experiences that add to his message of living with purpose. Each chapter is based around something we can do to make this "the day" and includes Bible verses and stories to back up his ideas. Topics include saying "I love you," leaving the past behind and living with open hands. While it doesn't dig too deep, the concepts are relatable and I found his words to be very motivating and inspiring. It was an easy read. It would be a great book for a person exploring Christianity or someone new to their faith. You definitely don't need to be a sports fan to appreciate his message, although it helps because a lot of his examples come from his sports career. I would recommend this book to anyone who could use a little motivation in their life. I received an advance reader copy from the publisher.
I'm not really a big sports fan, but I have followed Tim off and on in his efforts with the Tim Tebow Foundation since its inception in 2010. I have been very impressed with this young man's integrity, honesty, and boldness while working in an industry that tends to make it hard to hold fast to those values and to stand firm in his beliefs. After reading Tim's book, This Is The Day, I am convinced that he is the real deal. You get a real sense that the message of this book is one that Tim lives out daily...to wake up each day expecting to have an encounter that is God-ordained...a moment or an opportunity to be an instrument of blessing in someone's life. Through personal stories of encounters with God and others, Tim helps us see how we too can wake up each day to powerful purpose and joy. To live out his own proclamation... "When we give of ourselves, we are built up. On the other hand, when we constantly take from others, we become empty." I believe Tim looks at each day as an opportunity to win the day. And in God's economy...that means giving our all for the One who gave His all. *I received an Advanced Readers Copy of this book from the publisher.
This book is a great reminder that This is the day. We are not guaranteed tomorrow so what are we going to do with today? Really reminds us what is most important.
I enjoyed This is Your Day: Reclaim Your Dream. Ignite Your Passion. Live Your Purpose. Tim Tebow is a great role model and inspiration for so many. And rightly so. His faith shines through in this book. I loved reading his various accounts with others he has encountered over the years and how he uses his message to inspire others. This is Your Day is one book that should not be missed. I loved it and give it five stars. I look forward to other books by Tim Tebow. I received this book from the publisher, but was not required to write a review. This review is 100% my own honest opinion.
"Imagine waking up each day fueled by a whisper: 'This is the day.' A day for what? you wonder. A day for change. A day that can be different, better than yesterday. A day that, even in the revolving door of responsibilities and to-dos, can be filled with more purpose and passion than you think possible." - page 3 - Last week, Tim Tebow's newest book This is the Day released and I had the privilege of getting to read it early as a part of the launch team with Waterbrook & Multnomah. I had never read any of his books before and wasn't real sure of what to expect. And I was pleasantly surprised. I know he writes with A.J. Gregory, but I felt the tone of his book was very real and personable. Sometimes when a celebrity writes with someone else the style is stiff and unapproachable or too light and fluffy. But this was really well done and it made me wonder if he is as true and sincere in person as he seems on the page. Tim shares his story of switching from football to baseball and how people thought he was crazy, but he wanted to do something he had loved since a young age. He also shares how he wants to live in such a way that each and every day is filled with purpose, possibility and saying "yes" to whatever comes his way. One of the things that struck me the most was how he intentionally pays attention to the people around him and listens for the prompting of the Spirit to do some act of service or start a conversation with someone. Then when he shared about the instances when he ignored those promptings, I was encouraged and reminded that even someone who seems to have it all together can mess up and let the Spirit down sometimes. I enjoyed this book more than I thought I would and look forward to reading some of his others.
A son of missionary parents, born in the Philippines, now a celebrity sports icon, and still seeking God in every facet of his life. This is a mixture of a personal memoir and inspirational book. His writing is down to Earth, with small morsels of wisdom sprinkled throughout and summarized at the end of each chapter. Easy enjoy to understand and mull over. To consider how to apply it to my own life. This Is The Day is an inspirational book written to encourage readers to make the choice today to start reaching for their goals, to get healthy or to seek a closer relationship with God. Honestly, it could be applied to so many different areas. Are you struggling to get healthier? Tim has encouraging, yet realistic thoughts on that. Do you feel your life is stale? Pray for God to open your eyes to the needs of those around you. While Tim encourages the reader to dream big, take risks and allow God to work in their life, I couldn't help but think that's exactly what he's doing. He opens his heart, sharing personal stories that are dear to him. At the same time, he consistently gives God the credit for events in his life, from big to small. While some might feel that his stories are bragging about helping this person or that person, I didn't get that impression. I have a feeling Tim has a lot of stories to share and probably struggled with which ones to include so as not to overwhelm the reader too much. When I received this book, I knew of the name "Tim Tebow", but not much else other than whatever was posted on social media or the news. Wasn't he the guy that took a knee to pray and thank God after a game in front of everyone? I'm not a big sports fan follower and yes, often times I do live under a rock when it comes to current events. Yet, I still found myself interested in even the sports aspects of his stories. A small portion of what I took away from this book: -People matter more than to do lists or tasks. -Don't let the past define you. -Live based on only what God says. -Don't give up after failure. -Open your eyes to the needs of those around you. -Flip the negative "what ifs" into positive ones. -Connect, reconnect and stay connected to God. Don't put off tomorrow the things you want to do in your life: This Is the Day. This book would not only interest those sports fans, but most people in general. Reading about his personal stories going from football to baseball and the challenges he faces were interesting. I'm hoping to share my book with someone else. But I'm struggling to decide who, in my group of family and friends, to give this book to first because I think they'd all enjoy reading it. I received a complimentary copy from publisher Waterbrook & Multnomah in exchange for my honest opinion.


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At Panama Canal,
7 Hikers Massacred
Jul 21, 2020 4:34 AM CDT
At Panama Canal, 7 Hikers Massacred
A man has been charged
(Newser) - Seven young people on a trip at Gatún Lake, which forms part of the Panama Canal, were found murdered in a wooded area near the lake Saturday, the BBC reports. All had been shot in the head. The victims, four males and three females aged 17 to 22, were...
4 Die on Cruise Ship
Isolated Off Panama
Mar 27, 2020 3:25 PM CDT
4 Die on Cruise Ship Isolated Off Panama
Crews try to move healthy passengers to another ship
(Newser) - Four passengers have died aboard a cruise ship now anchored off the coast of Panama, and two people aboard the ship have tested positive for the novel coronavirus, the cruise line said Friday. Holland America Line said in a post on its Facebook page that more than 130 people aboard...
7 Killed in Panama
Exorcism Ritual
Jan 17, 2020 3:08 AM CST
7 Killed in Panama Exorcism Ritual
Police say residents were rounded up by preachers
(Newser) - Seven people—including a pregnant woman and five of her children—were murdered by preachers in a remote area of Panama holding a bizarre ritual to make them "repent their sins," authorities say. Ten people, including the children's grandfather, were arrested in an area controlled by the...
Company Paid $25K to Name
4-Inch Critter After Trump
Dec 19, 2018 6:21 AM CST
Company Paid $25K to Name 4-Inch Critter After Trump
Worm-like 'Dermophis donaldtrumpi' buries its head in the sand
(Newser) - A UK-based company paid $25,000 to name a newly discovered amphibian after President Trump. Hence the Dermophis donaldtrumpi, a small, blind caecilian that buries its head in the sand. On climate change, so does the president, according to Aidan Bell, co-founder of sustainable building materials company EnviroBuild, which bid...
Trump Firm Asked
Panama President
to Intervene in Dispute
Apr 10, 2018 12:43 AM CDT
Trump Firm Asked Panama President to Intervene in Dispute
Move is clear example of conflict of interest, experts say
(Newser) - President Trump's company appealed directly to Panama's president to intervene in its fight over control of a luxury hotel , even invoking a treaty between the two countries, in what ethics experts say was a blatant mingling of Trump's business and government interests. That appeal in a letter...
Trump Name Taken Off
Panama Hotel in
Dramatic Fashion
Mar 6, 2018 6:11 AM CST
Trump Name Taken Off Panama Hotel in Dramatic Fashion
Trump Organization kicked out of disputed property
(Newser) - A fierce dispute over a 70-story Trump-branded hotel in Panama ended Monday with armed police evicting Trump Organization staff from the building and a worker with a crowbar taking the word Trump off the outside of the building. The move followed a standoff between the Trump Organization, which had a...
Reason for US Ambassador to
Panama's Resignation: Trump
Reason for US Ambassador to Panama's Resignation: Trump
John Feeley is out effective March 9
(Newser) - The US ambassador to Panama will no longer have that title as of March 9. John Feeley has submitted his resignation and cited President Trump as the motivating factor. Reuters quotes from part of the longtime diplomat's resignation letter: "As a junior foreign service officer, I signed an...
Panama Sentences
Aug 15, 2017 12:20 AM CDT
Panama Sentences American Serial Killer
William Holbert killed 5 other Americans
(Newser) - US citizen William Dathan Holbert was sentenced to 47 years in prison by a court in Panama for robbing and killing five other Americans in a Caribbean tourist destination, authorities say. Holbert's ex-wife Laura Reese was sentenced to 26 years for her role. Authorities say Holbert admitted killing five...
Trump to Panama Prez: 'We Did
a Good Job Building' Canal
Jun 19, 2017 5:04 PM CDT
Trump to Panama Prez: 'We Did a Good Job Building' Canal
Varela reminds him it was built 100 years ago
(Newser) - Walls aren't the only thing President Trump enjoys touting. According to Politico , Trump gave props to the Panama Canal during Panamanian president Juan Carlos Varela's visit to the Oval Office Monday. The White House blog recounts the remarks made during press availability at the meeting. After Trump greets...
One of Taiwan's Major Allies
Just Switched Sides
Jun 13, 2017 4:12 AM CDT
One of Taiwan's Major Allies Just Switched Sides
Panama switches recognition to Beijing
(Newser) - Panama switched diplomatic relations from Taiwan to China on Tuesday, dealing a major victory to Beijing in its drive to isolate the self-governing island it claims as its own territory. In Panama, President Juan Carlos Varela announced the change, which entails breaking off formal relations with Taiwan, saying in a...
Beginning of End for Noriega:
One Marine's Wrong Turn
May 30, 2017 12:53 PM CDT
Beginning of End for Noriega: One Marine's Wrong Turn
George HW Bush decided to invade after off-duty US officer was fatally shot
(Newser) - The death of Manuel Noriega has prompted all kinds of stories about his reign and overthrow, and the New York Times notes that it was the fatal shooting of a US military officer that proved to be the tipping point in his downfall. In December 1989, Panamanian troops killed an...
Ex-Dictator
Manuel Noriega
Dead at 83
May 30, 2017 6:21 AM CDT
Ex-Dictator Manuel Noriega Dead at 83
He suffered complications after brain surgery
(Newser) - Manuel Noriega, the former dictator of Panama and US ally who went on to serve nearly two decades as a US prisoner, has died. The 83-year-old died around 11pm Monday at a hospital in Panama City after undergoing surgery to remove a brain tumor in March, reports the BBC . He...
Noisy Shrimp Named
After Pink Floyd
Apr 12, 2017 12:15 PM CDT
Noisy Shrimp Named After Pink Floyd
Pistol shrimp's bright-pink claw makes such a loud sound it'll blow your mind
(Newser) - If you've ever been blown away by Pink Floyd, you'll get why scientists just named a similarly thunderous crustacean in its honor. Per a post in the Zootaxa journal , a species of pistol shrimp with an intensely colored red-pink claw, found in the Pacific Ocean near Panama, has...
She'd Been to 6 Continents by
23, Is Found Dead in Panama
Feb 8, 2017 7:21 AM CST
She'd Been to 6 Continents by 23, Is Found Dead in Panama
Raids held on Bastimentos Island after Catherine Johannet's death
(Newser) - "I found paradise and it's called Isla Ina," wrote Catherine Johannet on Jan. 28 on Instagram of an island off Panama's coast. It would be the 23-year-old's final post. The 2015 Columbia University grad was found dead Sunday afternoon on the country's Bastimentos Island....
This Jungle Is
Notoriously Dangerous.
Why People Enter
It Anyway
Jul 24, 2016 3:23 PM CDT
This Jungle Is Notoriously Dangerous. Why People Enter It Anyway
Welcome to the Darien Gap, lure to migrants bound for US
(Newser) - The Pan-American Highway runs about 19,000 miles from Alaska to Argentina and manages to connect the Americas in remarkable fashion through a network of roads. Well, almost: Even this highway can't penetrate the Darien Gap, a dangerous stretch of rainforest on the border of Panama and Colombia. As...
North America's 1st
Monkey Crossed a
Sea to Get There
Apr 20, 2016 6:40 PM CDT
North America's 1st Monkey Crossed a Sea to Get There
And it arrived 18M years before scientists thought possible
(Newser) - Researchers have discovered evidence that monkeys arrived in North America 18 million years earlier than previously believed, according to a study published Wednesday in Nature . And they were truly impressive monkeys indeed. The newly discovered Panamacebus transitus had to somehow cross the 100 miles of water that separated South America...
Winner of Panama Papers Scandal: Bernie Sanders?
Apr 6, 2016 9:21 AM CDT
He spoke out about offshore tax havens 5 years ago
(Newser) - "Panama is the world leader when it comes to allowing wealthy Americans and large corporations to evade US taxes by stashing their cash in offshore tax havens." It's a quote as timely today as it was in 2011 when Bernie Sanders spoke about the Panama Free Trade...
Airline Announces Longest
Nonstop Flight in the World
Aug 13, 2015 3:19 PM CDT
Airline Announces Longest Nonstop Flight in the World
Route from Dubai to Panama City on Emirates will take 17.5 hours
(Newser) - Seventeen hours and 35 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air if you book tickets now for the world's longest nonstop flight, set for takeoff from Dubai and landing in Panama City, the National reports. Beginning Feb. 1, Emirates will snatch away those longest-flight...
Panama Gives
Some Bad
Jul 4, 2015 5:05 PM CDT
Panama Gives Donald Trump Some Bad News
Joining Costa Rica and Mexico, Panama quits Miss Universe contest
(Newser) - Panama is joining several other Latin American nations in dropping out of the Miss Universe pageant in protest over Donald Trump's comments about immigrants . The Miss Panama Organization and the Telemetro television channel say that this year they won't participate in or broadcast the Miss Universe contest partly...
The 10 Happiest Countries
Once again, Panama leads the pack
(Newser) - US citizens who want a happier life may want to leave the country. The Gallup-Healthways Global Well-Being Index has issued its second annual list of country rankings, looking at 145 countries and how their residents fare in various "well-being elements." Those elements: a sense of purpose, social relationships,...

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The Amazing Pudding was a British fan magazine devoted to Pink Floyd.

The Amazing Pudding  may also refer to:

 An early title for the Pink Floyd work "Atom Heart Mother"
 The Amazing Pudding (album), 1998 bootleg album

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Newbury is a town in Berkshire, United Kingdom with a population of around 141,000. It lies on the River Kennet, about 15 miles due west of Reading.
Historically, the town's economic foundation was the cloth trade. This is reflected in the person of the fourteenth century cloth magnate Jack O'Newbury and the later tale of the Newbury Coat. The latter was the outcome of a bet as to whether a gentleman's suit could be produced by the end of a day from wool taken from the sheep's back earlier the same day.
Newbury was the site of two English Civil War battles in 1643 and 1644.
The town's location at the intersection of the routes from London to Bristol and from Southampton to Birmingham made it, for many years, a transport bottleneck. A ringroad was proposed and constructed between 1990 and 1998 despite massive resistance and a major environmentalist campaign. More than 800 arrests were made, making it one of the largest environmental conflicts in European history.
Previously, during the 1980's and early 90's, Greenham Common was the site of a female peace protest at a US Cruise Missile silo. At peak protesting times up to 30,000 women would be camped on the common.
Newbury is now mostly famous for having a rather good racecourse (home to the Hennessy Cognac Gold Cup and the Juddmonte Lockinge). Also prominent in Newbury is Vodafone. Being the biggest mobile phone comany in the world means that a lot of the town is taken up with offices, stores and employees. Irritating the locals a lot.
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The Emmy-winning actor has signed on to star in a three-episode story arc for the third season.
The first season was 2018-19's highest-rated new scripted series.
Kulig will lead the series alongside Castle Rock's Andre Holland.
The cast will now include Cherry Jones, Betty Gabriel, Pablo Schreiber and Sakina Jaffrey.
The fourth season concluded in October 2018.
Alexander will voice the animated character brought to life, Mr. Mouse.
The sixth season is set to debut on ABC in May.
The series marks the first to be renewed at FX following the closure of the Disney/Fox merger.
Both series have delivered a 24 percent uptick in ratings from last year's Monday night timeslot.
Zhang will portray Rose Wilson, aka The Ravager, daughter of Slade Wilson aka Deathstroke.
The six additions join previously cast Charlie Plummer and Kristine Froseth.
Mad Men's Aaron Staton and Arrow's Katrina Law have also signed on to star.
The acclaimed dramedy just aired its third season finale on March 17.
The Walking Dead alum Charles "Chic" Eglee will take over as showrunner for the third season.
Turner will portray Douglas' Sandy's ex-wife.


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H.R. 1090 (105th): To amend title 38, United States Code, to allow revision of veterans benefits decisions based on clear and unmistakable error.
Lane Evans
Sponsor. Representative for Illinois's 17th congressional district. Democrat.
Enacted — Signed by the President on Nov 21, 1997
This bill was enacted after being signed by the President on November 21, 1997.
46 Cosponsors (24 Democrats, 22 Republicans)
Earlier Version — Passed House (Senate next)
The bill was passed in a vote in the House. It goes to the Senate next. The vote was by voice vote so no record of individual votes was made.
This bill was introduced in the 105th Congress, which met from Jan 7, 1997 to Dec 19, 1998. Legislation not passed by the end of a Congress is cleared from the books.
GovTrack.us. (2023). H.R. 1090 — 105th Congress: To amend title 38, United States Code, to allow revision of veterans benefits decisions based …. Retrieved from https://www.govtrack.us/congress/bills/105/hr1090
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To amend title 38, United States Code, to allow revision of veterans benefits decisions based on clear and unmistakable error, Pub. L. No. 105-111, H.R. 1090, 105th Cong. (1997).
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Laboratories will have to gear up to perform method validation studies for all "non-waived" methods implemented after April 24, 2003. That's the day we first posted this article.
The Final CLIA Rule requires that moderate complexity methods be treated the same as high complexity methods, now grouped together as non-waived methods. That means method validation studies must now be performed for many methods that were previously exempted.
Here's a brief summary of our lessons on method validation. You can access each lesson via the link provided to review the material in greater detail.
Method Validation should be a standard laboratory process, but the process need not be exactly the same for every laboratory or for every method validated by a laboratory. See MV - The Management of Quality for an overview of the quality management process that is needed in healthcare laboratories and the role of method validation in establishing standard testing processes.
Remember the purpose of method validation is error assessment. See MV - The Inner, Hidden, Deeper, Secret Meaning for a description of random, systematic, and total analytical errors that are the focus of method validation studies.
Note that a USA laboratory is required by CLIA regulations to "demonstrate that prior to reporting patient test results, it can obtain the performance specifications for accuracy, precision, and reportable range of patient test results, comparable to those established by the manufacturer. The laboratory must also verify that the manufacturer's reference range is appropriate for the laboratory's patient population." For modified methods or high complexity methods, CLIA also requires verification of analytical sensitivity and analytical specificity. See MV - The Regulations.
Other critical method factors or characteristics, such as cost/test, specimen types, specimen volumes, time required for analysis, rate of analysis, equipment required, personnel required, efficiency, safety, etc., must be considered during the selection of the analytical method. See MV - Selecting a Method to Validate.
MV - The Linearity or Reportable Range Experiment. A minimum of 5 specimens with known or assigned values should be analyzed in triplicate to assess the reportable range.
MV - The Replication Experiment. A minimum of 20 replicate determinations on at least two levels of control materials are recommended to estimate the imprecision or random error of the method.
MV - The Comparison of Methods Experiment. A minimum of 40 patient specimens should be analyzed by the new method (test method) and an established method (comparison method) to estimate the inaccuracy or systematic error of the method.
MV - The Interference and Recovery Experiments. Common interferences, such as lipemia, hemolysis, and elevated bilirubin are usually tested, along with potential interferences that are specific to the test and methodology. Recovery experiments are used to test competitive interferences, such as the possible effects of proteins and metabolics in the specimens.
MV - The Detection Limit Experiment. Generally, a "blank" specimen and a specimen "spiked" with the amount of analyte in the manufacturer's claim for the limit of detection are each analyzed 20 times.
The data collected in the different experiments needs to be summarized (by statistical calculations) to provide estimates of the analytical errors that are the focus of each experiment. See MV - The Data Analysis Tool Kit.
The acceptability of these observed errors is judged by comparison to standards of quality, i.e., recommendations for the types and amounts of analytical errors that are allowable without invalidating the medical usefulness of the test results. Method performance is acceptable when the observed errors are smaller than the stated limits of allowable errors. Method performance is not acceptable when the observed errors are larger than the stated limits of allowable errors. For a quality standard in the form of an allowable total error (such as provided by the CLIA proficiency testing criteria for acceptable performance), a simple graphical tool - the Method Decision Chart - can be constructed to classify method performance as excellent, good, marginal, or unacceptable . See MV - The Decision on Method Performance.
We invite you to purchase the CLIA Final Rules manual, available through the online store. You can download the Table of Contents and a preview chapter for free.