Robert Tebow, a Baptist missionary to the Philippines and the father of NFL star Tim Tebow, has died at 78. The elder Tebow’s passing comes after a years-long battle with Parkinson’s disease.
Tim Tebow shared news of his father’s death in a Facebook post published Friday, describing his dad as “a hero of the faith” who “was welcomed home last night.”
“Many will say sorry for your loss, but the truth is, he’s not lost; we know exactly where he is,” the younger Tebow wrote. “He’s home. Forever! I asked him last week what he looked forward to most about Heaven, and he simply said, ‘Jesus.’”
“He couldn’t wait to see Jesus face-to-face,” wrote the athlete. “Praise God that his wait is over. Death has been swallowed up in victory. He’s healed and whole now. So we don’t mourn as those with no hope. See you soon, Dad!”
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Robert Tebow and his wife, Pam, moved their family to the Philippines in 1985, where they began ministering to the local community, which Pam described to The Gainesville Sun as “wonderful.” Their work was part of a ministry Robert Tebow founded, the Bob Tebow Evangelistic Association.
“We learned a lot,” she said. “You always learn a lot when you visit a third world country. You grow in appreciation for everything you have.”
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