Heisman Trophy winner Tim Tebow stood before thousands of Christian entrepreneurs at the Palm Beach County Convention Center on January 17, challenging them to reconsider their view of themselves and their relationship with God. The two-time national football champion addressed a packed arena as part of Life Surge’s West Palm Beach event, one stop in a nationwide tour that sold more than 125,000 tickets in 2025 alone.
Tebow’s message centered on what he described as two essential perspectives: an accurate view of oneself and an accurate view of God. His presentation at the nine-hour gathering exemplified the blend of spiritual teaching and practical business education that has made Life Surge one of America’s fastest-growing Christian businesses.
“When you really look at your actions, you’re like, ‘Dang, you’re a pretty selfish person, Timmy,'” Tebow said, describing his own journey toward humility. “And I am. And I take an honest view of my life, in so many of my words, my actions, my deeds… and you look at them, and you’re like, ‘Dang, that’s not surging life God’s way. It’s kind of like the opposite.'”
The former NFL quarterback joined an impressive lineup at the West Palm Beach gathering, including entrepreneur Ed Mylett, pastor Craig Groeschel, Australian evangelist Christine Caine, and Duck Dynasty personalities Willie and Korie Robertson.
How Much Does Life Surge Cost?
Life Surge costs can vary. Pricing spans from promotional rates of $19 to premium experiences at $349, depending on the city and timing of purchase. The West Palm Beach event offered four tiers: Standard packages at $27, Premier at $47, VIP experiences at $87, and Ultimate packages at $297, which included front-row seating and photo opportunities with some of the speakers.
Standard pricing across Life Surge events without promotional discounts typically positions Standard access around $97, Premier seating at approximately $197, VIP packages near $297, and Ultimate experiences reaching $497. Each market adjusts pricing based on venue capacity and speaker lineup. Visit the FAQ page for detailed pricing information.
The Gospel Through a Posture of Humility
Tebow’s West Palm Beach presentation emphasized what he termed “the posture of humility” as essential for understanding grace. Drawing from James 4, he outlined a stark dichotomy that resonated throughout the convention center.
“God is opposed to the proud but gives grace to the humble,” Tebow said, quoting scripture. “Man, God is opposed to the proud. Do you know it’s kind of hard to surge your life God’s way if He’s opposed to you?”
The athlete-turned-philanthropist described this Biblical principle as offering one of scripture’s most underappreciated promises. He emphasized the conditional nature of spiritual proximity, explaining that drawing near to God produces a reciprocal response rather than uncertainty.
“If we draw near to God, it’s not like a ‘maybe,’ it’s not like a ‘probably,’ it’s not like ‘He could’ — no, He will draw near to us,” Tebow said. “Why do I say that we should start with the posture of humility? Man, because I don’t want God to be opposed to me.”
His message challenged attendees to reconcile their self-perception with their understanding of divine grace. Tebow argued that genuine appreciation for grace emerges only after honest self-assessment, creating a foundation for what Life Surge terms Kingdom impact.
“We can never really understand the depth of the Gospel if we don’t also understand what we have been saved from, who we have been saved by, and what we have been saved for,” Tebow said. “And when we really want to surge life God’s way, it starts with a posture of humility. I was dead and made alive by the grace of God.”
From Competitive Child to Purpose-Driven Adult
Tebow illustrated his points with personal anecdotes, including memories from his childhood in a missionary family. Born in the Philippines and raised as the youngest of five children, he described an intensely competitive household where even securing food at the dinner table required assertiveness.
His parents enrolled him in T-ball at Jacksonville’s Normandy Baseball Park shortly after the family relocated to Florida. Tebow recalled approaching the youth league games with an intensity that amused the West Palm Beach audience.
“I thought it was like the World Series, the State Championship, the National Championship, and a Super Bowl all in one,” Tebow said, drawing laughter. “Well, I don’t really know what a Super Bowl is like, but I can imagine what it’s like.”
The anecdote served as a launching point for Tebow’s broader message about redirecting competitive drive toward spiritual purpose. His journey from obsessive childhood competitor to purpose-driven adult illustrated the type of transformation Life Surge can introduce to its attendees.
The Greatest Rescue Mission
Tebow’s West Palm Beach presentation culminated with what he described as his favorite characterization of divine intervention.
“God went to the cross, not just for you, but also instead of you, to pay for all of the things that I have done and that you have done,” Tebow said. “That’s the love of God. So when I take an accurate view of myself, it’s not really encouraging. But when I take an accurate view of God, there’s not a word that can describe Him, except my favorite: the greatest rescue mission of all time. And that counts for us.”
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