As you might know, Rod has created a “Biggest Loser” Dominican Republic style. We are proud to announce, through this program, Rod has lost 17 pounds so far! He has received tons of support from people just like you and would love encouragement and for you to pray-fully consider pledging in order to help him achieve his goals of losing weight and supporting his family financially. Learn more about supporting Rod with “The Biggest Loser.”

Weigh-in #2 (August 4, 2007): 325 pounds
Weigh-in #1 (July 4, 2007): 342 pounds

Next weigh-in September 4, 2007.

Rod had the following thoughts recently regarding his program:

Why am I the size I am? Why can he eat anything and gain no weight yet I can’t without gaining weight? I guess that I should ask some even deeper questions like, why is food so important to me? Is it more important than looking good on a date with my wife? Is food more important than having energy for special times with my daughter? Is it more important than being able to play ball with my boy? Even bigger than them all, has food become a pseudo savior that I run to in times of emotional need and hurt, or look to in an attempt to satisfy that deep longing for self-justification and reward?

Why I am the way I am, I am not sure but one thing keeps me going. Knowing that as messed-up as I am, He paid to justify me and show me my true worth. He died to show me how much He loves me and to pay for my faults. If I could only remind myself daily that I am accepted and that I don’t have to prove anything, that He is my recompense and my treasure, maybe this food addiction would start to pale away in comparison to His love. Oh, that I may just see Him today, just today.

Through T.E.A.R.S. of joy,
Roderick Davis

Rod Davis, T.E.A.R.S. Director, has had a life long struggle to maintain a healthy weight. This year, he is determined to get it off with the support of his friends and family! He is launching the “Biggest Loser - Dominican Republic” this month in order to become healthier and more energetic in every area of his life.

Above: Rod July 2007.

Your participation in this challenge will encourage Rod to reach his weight loss goals, and as a bonus, your pledges will go toward monthly support of the Davis family.

As a supporter of the Biggest Loser you can make a pledge to donate per pound lost. Rod will weigh-in monthly for one year and keep supporters updated on his journey.

Weigh in #1: July 4th, 2007: Rod’s current weight is 342 lbs.
Next weigh-in date: August 4th, 2007

To make a pledge, email biggestloser@tears.org. Please include the following information:

I would like to help Rod reach his goal! My pledge is in the amount of $_______/pound lost for the duration of the Biggest Loser-Dominican Republic event (one year), paid monthly after each weigh-in.
Name:
Email Address:

You can also write to encourage Rod anytime you like, by emailing him at biggestloser@tears.org.