The One Year Uncommon Life Daily Challenge [Paperback]

Tony Dungy (Author), Nathan Whitaker (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: September 16, 2011

Retailers Choice Award winner, 2012
Strengthen the core of your life and faith on a year-long journey with beloved Super Bowl–winning former head coach Tony Dungy! The One Year Uncommon Life Daily Challenge contains 365 reflections from the #1 New York Times bestselling author on living an “uncommon life” of integrity, honoring your family and friends, creating a life of real significance and impact, and walking with the Lord. This year, step up to the challenge—and dare to be uncommon every day.

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About the Author

Tony Dungy is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Quiet Strength, Uncommon, and The Mentor Leader. He led the Indianapolis Colts to a Super Bowl victory in 2007, the first such win for an African American head coach. Dungy established another NFL first by becoming the first head coach to lead his teams to the playoffs for ten consecutive years. Before becoming a coach, Dungy played three seasons in the NFL. He retired from coaching in 2009 and now serves as a studio analyst for NBC’s Football Night in America. He and his wife, Lauren, are the parents of seven children. Nathan Whitaker is the coauthor of Quiet Strength, Uncommon, and The Mentor Leader and a Harvard Law School graduate whose firm currently represents NFL and college coaches and administrators. He has worked in football administration for the Jacksonville Jaguars and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. He lives in Florida with his wife, Amy, and their two daughters. --This text refers to the Audio CD edition.

Product Details

• Paperback: 384 pages
• Publisher: Tyndale Momentum (September 16, 2011)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1414348282
• ISBN-13: 978-1414348285
• Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 6 x 1.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 10.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (127 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #8,981 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Nathan Whitaker lives in Florida with his wife and two daughters. He played two sports at Duke University, and holds postgraduate degrees from Harvard Law School and the University of Florida. Prior to writing, Nathan worked in a variety of positions, including in football administration for the Jacksonville Jaguars and Tampa Bay Buccaneers, for a large church in Tampa, for a large law firm in North Carolina, and a federal judge in Jacksonville. His firm currently represents NFL and college coaches. Learn more about Nathan at www.nathanwhitaker.com.

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

13 of 16 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars A Great Tool! December 27, 2011

By texicanwife VINE™ VOICE

Format:Paperback

I have to admit, before I received this book I had no idea who Tony Dungy was! Come to find out, he is a Super Bowl - winning coach! [Even I know what the Super Bowl is!]

Not being sports minded, however, I was a bit trepidatious at reviewing this book. I mean, what was this coach going to tell me about life's daily challenges! I even said so to Texican, my dh, who usually reads everything I do, but after I have reviewed it.

"Honey, give it a chance!" he coaxed me.

"Why don't you read it then?" I asked. I thought perhaps he could read it, give me his thoughts on it, and then I could simply re-write those thoughts as my own review. After all, that would be just as good, right?

"Babe, that wouldn't be very honest," he warned.

So, I sat down one evening, wrapped in my favorite afghan, with a cup of warm cocoa, and opened the book. 'I'll just give it a good skimming, and then write the review from that,' I promised myself.

Five and a half hours later, I finished the last page and sat there stunned that I had read a daily devotional completely through without even taking a break.

Yes.... Tony Dungy is that good!

Super Bowl-winning coach? Well, I can't say anything about that, except that if this man coaches football anywhere near as excellent as he can coach Christians into an 'Uncommon' walk in this life, there's no wonder his team has won such an honor!

I've used daily devotional's before, mostly as a guide when I was feeling lazy about coordinating my personal Bible study time. But this book is something that will lead you along paths of walking a different life than the world about you. An Uncommon Life!. This is one devotional that will be used again, and again, and again!...

I highly recommend The One Year Uncommon Life Daily Challenge to readers of all ages! There are daily scriptures, followed by Coach Dungy's words of encouragement, and closing each day with an Uncommon Key, to help you walk each day in an Uncommon way!

I give this book Five Stars and my Thumbs Up award! Read more ›

7 of 8 people found the following review helpful

4.0 out of 5 stars Great devotional. Even greater challenge! December 28, 2011

By LHB

Format:Paperback

The One Year Uncommon Life Daily Challenge focuses on seven themes: Core, Family, Friends, Potential, Mission, Influence, and Faith. The devotions rotate through each of the seven themes and each devotion stands on its own.

Each day's reading begins with a passage of Scripture. Not just the reference, but the entire verse or verses, already printed on the page. I love that!

The devotion that follows ties to the verse and the theme for the day, usually with a story from either family or athletic life. Each day concludes with an Uncommon Key - a brief take away or action point based on the day's reading.

I found the devotions to be straightforward and easy to read. The devotional is geared toward men (and I think that's great!) but I found the readings to be quite applicable to me as a mom as well.

While I like the book, I like the purpose behind the book even more. Coach Dungy is challenging men - and women - to live Uncommon lives and the key to beginning that process is to spend time with God. EVERY DAY.

**I received a free copy of this book in exchange for my honest review.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Exceptional Daily Devotions April 18, 2013

By Paul

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An exceptional book of daily devotions for anyone but specially for men. Tony Dungy has a way of sharing his faith that is real and offers advice that is followable. This book is appropriate regardless of where you are on your faith journey.

9 of 12 people found the following review helpful

3.0 out of 5 stars The Uncommon Challenge January 9, 2012

By actiondanjackson

Format:Paperback

In the world of sports accolades, Tony Dungy bears the honor of being the first African-American head coach to win a Superbowl, a feat he accomplished with the Indianapolis Colts in 2007. While that undoubtedly stands out as a highlight in his life, I think Coach Dungy finds much more meaning in the name he is building for himself as a champion for men. Dungy's success in the world of professional football has given him a powerful platform from which to voice his passion and commitment to encouraging dads to be dads, and men to be men. A devout follower of Christ, Dungy is highly respected both in and outside of NFL circles.

I had always been impressed watching Dungy's career from his time in Tampa Bay to his final tenure in Indianapolis. His character was always evident - in every sideline camera shot and every post-game press-conference. Watching he and Peyton Manning win a Superbowl was just plain cool. Shortly after that winning season, Dungy released his first book called Quiet Strength, a biographical tome that shed light on those amazing NFL experiences, while also letting us into the deepest, most painful moments a father could imagine. My respect for the man only increased after reading that book.

Since his retirement, Coach Dungy has continued his work with All Pro Dad, and has released a few more books and resources to encourage personal growth and commitment to higher purposes. His most recent release is a daily devotional resource called The One Year Uncommon Life Daily Challenge. Much like any devotional book, the Uncommon Challenge consists of short readings meant to encourage the reader with a bit of wisdom and focus each day.... Each devotion begins with a short passage of scripture and falls into one of seven categories: Core, Family, Friends, Potential, Mission, Influence, and Faith. Dungy's thoughts pull from timeless biblical truths and include his personal reflections - often drawn from his NFL leadership experience. While the theology does not dig as deep as, say, Oswald Chambers, The One Year Uncommon Life Daily Challenge would make a strong addition to any daily prayer/study routine, especially for the sports enthusiast. Read more ›

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Uncommon Life Challenge April 9, 2013

By Mark Burk

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This is really well written and an excellent men's devotional book. Very pertinent topics and suggestions for improving daily living

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars A Real Man's Man Book April 3, 2013

By Richard Tedeschi

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Uncommon Life is truly worthy of the accolades afforded it. Tony Dungy adeptly integrates Biblical teaching with common life experiences, blended with real, behind the scenes football situations to encourage readers to be insightful, directed and intentional on focusing our lives on Jesus. With practical lessons, the readers are challenged to lead an 'Uncommon Life' one day at a time, reflecting true tenets of Christ. Highly recommended for husbands, sons, fathers, friends and family, especially those who may be new to learning about Christ.