This Is a ‘Who Is Tim Tebow Dating?’ Story That You Will Really Like
- Posted on January 28, 2012 at 6:45pm by
Dave Urbanski
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Tebow-mania subsided substantially since Tom Brady and the New England Patriots crushed the Denver Broncos’ hopes for a fairytale trip to the Super Bowl.
But that isn’t stopping Tim watchers. Now they’re turning their collective attention to the next-best obsession: A storybook ending in the quarterback’s personal life.
As in…does he have a girlfriend?
Tebow says no. The outspoken Christian and acknowledged virgin says he’s “too busy with football and life…I am blessed to have a close-knit [group] around me. I love meeting and talking with people, socializing and hanging out. But people can read it the wrong way.”
Tebow notes that “leading girls on” is definitely not in his playbook. “I always want to be very careful about that,” he says. “That is one thing that’s a little frustrating.”
So with the gossip mill linking him ad nauseum with newly single icons such as Olympic champion skier Lindsey Vonn and pop superstar Katy Perry, it‘s refreshing to learn of Tebow’s real-life friendship with brain-tumor survivor Kelly Faughn.
"We are God-friends," Kelly says of Tebow.
”I just think he’s great, a really nice guy,” said Kelly, 22, of Clifton, Va., who still deals with hearing loss suffered at birth and a tremor that began when she was 12. “It’s just his faith. We are God-friends.”
It all started in 2009 after Kelly’s surgery to remove a benign brain tumor and a much-needed trip to Disney World in Orlando with her family. The bonus was that Tebow, then with the University of Florida, was scheduled to attend ESPN’s College Football Awards at Disney.
Since Kelly was a big Tim fan, she and her dad, Jim, hatched their plan. They grabbed a spot in the ESPN Zone restaurant the day before the awards, Kelly wearing her “I Love Timmy” button and hoping to catch a glimpse of Tebow as he walked by—and she did.
“Well, I thought, that’s it,” Jim said. “We got a wave from Timmy and I thought that was the end of it. Then, somebody came to our table and asked if we wanted to meet Timmy.”
Silly question.
Kelly was whisked into a private banquet room where Kelly was seated at Tebow’s side, chatting with him during the entire dinner. Then Tebow had another surprise in store, Kelly remembered.
“He said, ‘What are you doing tomorrow night? Why don’t you come to the awards dinner as my date?’” Kelly said. “I was shocked. I said yes. I felt like Cinderella.”
Without much more than T-shirts, shorts, and flip-flops in her suitcase, Kelly spent the next day “power shopping” and getting her hair done. “I felt like I was in heaven,” Kelly said.
Kelly and Tebow have stayed in touch since their whirlwind date, exchanging messages and gifts. Kelly sent him a box of nutrition bars, and Tebow sent her an engraved Bible for Christmas. The family has also attended two games, including one in Denver last month arranged by the Tim Tebow Foundation.
Kelly chats with Tebow before last December's game.
“He’s a really nice guy, but it’s his faith,” Kelly said. “He really believes in God.”
(h/t: Centreville Patch)
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Comments (153)
LeadNotFollow
Posted on January 28, 2012 at 7:53pm…
Report Post »Kids need more role models like Tim Tebow. What a great guy.
ashestoashes
Posted on January 28, 2012 at 8:11pmIn case you guys didn’t read the story..a missionary couple in Africa was exposed to parasites, bacteria,etc before knowing they were with child. Doctors tried to persuade her to abort..she wouldn’t..she made a deal with God if he’d let her baby be born healthy..she would raise him to be a preacher..hence..Tim Tebow.
Report Post »I have been trying to persuade my nieces to remain virgins until marriage. what a wonderful thing being in the Lord can do…
restorehope
Posted on January 28, 2012 at 8:38pmThe left-leaning media tries to belittle Tebow at any opportunity. His faith in God scares them because they have nothing in their lives that comes close to what God offers true believers. In ridiculing him, they reveal themselves to be ‘paper tigers’. Truly, they are powerless.
Once the media loses its objectivity, it also loses its credibility. Why should we believe anything they have to say?
Report Post »kentuckypatriot
Posted on January 28, 2012 at 8:54pmAshes:
Report Post »I know that story. remarkable to say the least. Tim is such a great person and this story was very touching. He is the kind of man I could only dream my daughter would bring home!
zoose
Posted on January 28, 2012 at 9:18pmTebow has done better than Elway did in his first year.
Report Post »grandmaof5
Posted on January 28, 2012 at 9:24pmIf you haven’t read his book, it is a wonderful read and goes very quickly. He is grounded because his family is grounded, and his priorities are definitely in the right place. His book should be required reading in school, but won’t because the word “God” is in it. Gjod bless Tim and his faithful Tebowers.
Report Post »Ray2447
Posted on January 29, 2012 at 12:36am“The left-leaning media tries to belittle Tebow at any opportunity. His faith in God scares them because they have nothing in their lives that comes close to what God offers true believers.”
Godless Marxism is the opiate of the masses of Marxist leftists.
Report Post »http://tinyurl.com/ye8morz
pschlentz
Posted on January 29, 2012 at 12:37amThis man is so wonderful. He is sooo self-less! If there were more men out there like him, life would be much simpler for everyone. Imagine, you could actually trust your fellow man.
Report Post »I’m so tired of the self-centered pompas ass folks everywhere you go.
God Bless this man and the hell with all you idiots that have anything bad to say about a man like this.
Amen!
koyettsu
Posted on January 29, 2012 at 2:17amI am not even a football fan but that is the definition of a Man, I hope to God that he sets an example and starts a trend of other boys who want to become Men as well.
Report Post »carlylauren
Posted on January 29, 2012 at 3:10amAnd women need more men like him. I really do not know what has happened to all the christian guys out there.
Report Post »lukerw
Posted on January 29, 2012 at 8:55amAre you kidding me: Football is an ENTERTAINMENT (it produces nothing; it invents nothing)!
Report Post »Detroit paperboy
Posted on January 29, 2012 at 9:55amI respect his ability to resist temptation !!!
Report Post »ashestoashes
Posted on January 29, 2012 at 10:40amIf this nation were to get back to God..and I do mean .. really abide in Him..He would heal our nation. That is why there is all of this adversity..Satan is working overtime. If we raised our children in a truly “Bilblically based.”.not a “politically correct” church..just think of what blessed lives they could have.There was an article a few days back about offering the Biblle in High School..If they are offering Abrahamic studies of Islam..which they are in Virginia..then why not.? This would be a blessing for America..Just think of the debates!!! Praise be to God the Father the Most High and to His Son Jesus who was born of a virgin..making Himself a little lower than the angels..was crucified for our sins..rose the third day,,ascended to heaven taking His place at the right hand of Father God and making Hiimself by His righteous work a little higher than the angels..whom He created..
Report Post »george924
Posted on January 29, 2012 at 11:06amGod Bless them…
Report Post »Secret Squirrel
Posted on January 29, 2012 at 11:06am.
Report Post »You mean he didn’t shoot up an after hours hip-hop club?
What kind of a role model is that?
Pretty soon, kids will be thanking God for their homework!!
4truth2all
Posted on January 29, 2012 at 11:26amYo Ashes:
Report Post »May I offer my advice concerning your nieces. I work with teens for many years now. If you respond I will offer my thoughts, if you do not.. then I figure you don’t want or need them … it’s all good, blessings either way.
ashestoashes
Posted on January 29, 2012 at 11:45am@TRUTH4ALL Hey Truth..How are you.?.Of course I am always interested in what you have to say ..brother.in Christ.. That’s wonderful that you have been working with teens..I had no one to guide me through my life..so I try to help where I can..I am headed off to church right now..but I will tap into this thread after .. Blessings..
Report Post »4truth2all
Posted on January 29, 2012 at 1:56pmYo Ashes:
Report Post »In you‘re heart of love for you’re nieces do not overwhelm them. Sometime we do not do “good” with wisdom, and this can have the opposite effect.
Lead them to Christ … if already there build on that foundation … let the Spirit be their guide and friend … pray mighty prayers to you’re Father in heaven … and lay you’re head down on the soft pillow of faith and rest well ……. wisdom and peace be yours.
ashestoashes
Posted on January 29, 2012 at 5:01pm@TRUTH Thank you truth..It is well received..But to guide your loved ones shows that you care..It is a sad thing to let them be guided by the ways of the world through television, magazines and friends.
Report Post »4truth2all
Posted on January 29, 2012 at 6:25pmYo Ashes;
Report Post »I did not intend nor say that you should be silent … God will use you, this is sure. Just do it in his grace. Trust Him above yourself , we DO NOT change hearts which is necessary to not be of this world. I believe one fervent prayer in silence can do more then a lifetime of human words. Call me a fool but this I believe. I did not listen to the words of men and went off and had my time. God changed me and only those that speak His words. I pray the Spirit will guide you to speak Hiswisdom and power into their hearts to overcome the world … peace
GramSam
Posted on January 29, 2012 at 9:47pmAmen.
Report Post »lylejk
Posted on January 28, 2012 at 7:37pmThere are plenty of winning quarterbacks but not so much real men and heros. Hope God’s protective hand continues to cover this obvious well intentioned and good lad. :)
Report Post »commonsensesue
Posted on January 28, 2012 at 7:35pmSome people just cannot accept or appreciate goodness and morals. Too bad for them…their loss.
Report Post »Bluebonnet
Posted on January 29, 2012 at 10:18amThat’s just it, Tim Tebow is a great example to all of us. In this nation of corrupt politicians, loose morals and one parent families we need someone like Tim to remind us what goodness is.
It‘s hard to accept what’s happened in America, even in my lifetime. It takes a mom and dad to raise a family (not a village) it takes belief in Godly morals being taught to our children instead of the trash that’s accepted. Our gov’t has passed out birth control to children, made killing babies acceptable, and that anything goes. God help America for the type people we‘ve voted into office who’ve made America become a 3rd world type country with very little Christian morals.
Report Post »NewLife56
Posted on January 28, 2012 at 7:33pmHe may have some faults, but I have a feeling, I have a few more than this fine young man
Report Post »TexBork
Posted on January 28, 2012 at 7:30pmIt’s easy to see why Bill Maher and other leftists hates Tebow. He represents everything they despise in life.
Report Post »AmazingGrace8
Posted on January 28, 2012 at 9:12pmTebow is a constant reminder of Good vs Evil.
Report Post »Bronx
Posted on January 28, 2012 at 7:27pmWhat an amazing man Tim Tebow is.
Report Post »KusoJiJi
Posted on January 28, 2012 at 7:24pmTebow is a good dude. The media, not so good.
Report Post »JustPeachy
Posted on January 28, 2012 at 7:21pmGreat story! :-) Please post more like these from time to time. :-)
Report Post »Mickeyd
Posted on January 28, 2012 at 7:20pmWhatever girl he does end up with is going to have to be just as committed to the faith and mature about things as he is.
Report Post »Girard1974
Posted on January 29, 2012 at 2:15pmYou are absolutely correct. This is known as being “equally yoked.” And the only way that this can be accomplished is for single men and women to look beyond the artificial and concentrate on what is really important when looking for a life-long relationship. Unfortunately, we’ve been led to believe that good looks are all that matter. This young man is doing the nearly impossible for someone in his station. He’s the kind of guy who could bed down a different woman each night – but that would defy his most basic Christian belief as it relates to finding a wife. So far he’s doing all the right things – but he’ll need a whole lot of support (prayer) as he goes forward. He is a great leader.
But let’s see how he reacts when he makes mistakes, as all of us who believe in Jesus Christ do. The media will jump on him like hyenas. Only then will he be truly tested. As Christians we’ll all need to resist the temptation to turn away from him. It will be our jobs to lift him back up – just as we would do for any of our own children who are unable to resist temptation.
Report Post »obispo1
Posted on January 28, 2012 at 7:18pmHe’s #1 in my book. What a role model and true Gentleman! One can learn a lot from him! God bless him and all those he touches around him!
Report Post »Bronco II
Posted on January 28, 2012 at 7:30pmI second that.May GOD BLESS them which ever way their relationship goes.Thanks Blaze for such a great story keep us up on this because we know the media won’t.
Report Post »thegrassroots
Posted on January 28, 2012 at 8:20pmAmen!
Report Post »Stoic one
Posted on January 28, 2012 at 7:14pmNice!
Report Post »HopinForBetter
Posted on January 28, 2012 at 7:13pmHe doesn’t need to win a Super Bowl. He is already a Champion.
Report Post »Thevoice
Posted on January 28, 2012 at 7:21pmyou betcha …..
Report Post »Gonzo
Posted on January 29, 2012 at 2:56pmYou don’t need a ring when you have a crown!
Report Post »Chloesmom
Posted on January 29, 2012 at 8:14pmVery nicely put, Gonzo!!
Report Post »CatB
Posted on January 28, 2012 at 7:10pmGod Bless them both … what a man!
Report Post »Rational Man
Posted on January 28, 2012 at 7:06pmMost people in this culture we live in now, can’t even get their mind wrapped around what kind of guy Tim is. It’s inspiring to know there are still people like him in the world today that are in the public eye.
Report Post »God Bless them both!……………..
PacificThinkTees
Posted on January 28, 2012 at 7:12pm@Rational Man — You’re absolutely right. No one seems to “get it”. It‘s much easier for them to bash him and claim he’s disingenuous than to take a look at themselves and ask “Why can’t I be more giving of my time like that?” I just finished reading his book (HIGHLY RECOMMEND) and can tell you that no matter what anyone says about him, the guy WILL NOT CHANGE. His foundation in his family, friends, and most importantly his faith, are so unshakable. Thank GOD for Tim Tebow. The world could use more like him.
Report Post »Baddoggy
Posted on January 28, 2012 at 8:11pmi think thats the first thing I ever agreed with you on RM
Report Post »Rational Man
Posted on January 29, 2012 at 9:24am@Baddoggy
You need to get a job and then, a life!
Report Post »No one can troll as much as you do and hold down a job at the same time.
If your such a good Paulistian, then you should at least drag yourself away from the computer and go campaign for the little freak and quit embarrassing yourself on this site.
Baddoggy
Posted on January 28, 2012 at 7:05pmA man among boys…
Report Post »kickagrandma
Posted on January 28, 2012 at 7:40pmIndeed!
Report Post »ramburner
Posted on January 28, 2012 at 7:03pmI am happy after reading this story. We need more stories of the good in this world! Both Tim and Kelly are super-stars! Hope the Blaze gets this message.
Report Post »Babci
Posted on January 28, 2012 at 7:02pmThank you for a story I can feel good about. What lovely people!
Report Post »takeOout
Posted on January 28, 2012 at 7:00pmIf there were only more people in the world like Tebow…
Report Post »kspatriot
Posted on January 28, 2012 at 7:00pmAn EXCELLENT Role Model!!!
Report Post »larrylarrylarry
Posted on January 28, 2012 at 6:59pmSo nice to seer an athlete with character, unlike creeps like Tiger “serial adulterer” Woods.
Report Post »honor007
Posted on January 28, 2012 at 6:59pmHow refreshing. Good for them both they can enjoy each other without expecting any outcome of sorts. God Bless them~
Report Post »roxy
Posted on January 28, 2012 at 6:58pmI’d like to see all the fans in the stadium do a Tebow.
Report Post »roxy
Posted on January 28, 2012 at 6:58pmI’d like to see all the fans do a Tebow.
Report Post »bbhouston
Posted on January 29, 2012 at 10:40amIt would put the ‘wave’ to shame !!!! Tebow’s the man……
Report Post »kickagrandma
Posted on January 28, 2012 at 6:57pmAwesome!
Thank YOU GOD for Tim Tebow and for sweet Kelly! They most definitely are YOUR KIDS!
Report Post »Robert-CA
Posted on January 28, 2012 at 6:56pmPerfect gentleman .
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