Tim Tebow: A Multi-War Soldier

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Instructed by the NFL not to use his career to publicize his personal, religious beliefs, Tim Tebow didn't throw a fit. Instead, he became physically involved and active in his cause and community. He's been criticized time and time again, however, he has continued his efforts towards his cause. Others don't agree with him, yet he's not acting out, offending large groups, to try to get his point across. He's putting in hard work to be the change he wants to see. My grandfather, a multi-war veteran, always taught me if I wanted something I had to work for it. Being active, and physically obtaining what it was I desired to gain is something I've been taught since I was young. Regardless if it was a material possession, a change I wanted

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