Surviving Temptation Island [Paperback]

Dave Davidson (Author), George Verwer (Author), Dan Davidson (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0892215062 | ISBN-13: 978-0892215065 | Publication Date: February 2001

Is purity possible in today's world? Though we all have a personal "Temptation Island," the answer is Yes! Here is the plan for intimacy, faithfulness, and fulfillment from the Creator of love and sex himself.

Whether you're married, single or even a teenager, this powerful book will bless you with practical advice on prevention and provide a foundation for counseling intervention. In a unique billboard-style format, each page will encourage and inspire with scripture, quotes, prayers, confessions, and devotions.

Editorial Reviews

Review

"...I love Surviving Temptation Island! Dan and Dave have created an encouraging, supportive, incredibly helpful strategy for surviving temptation!..." -- Susie Shellenberger, Editor, BRIO Magazine for Teen Girls, Focus on the Family

Product Details

• Paperback: 160 pages
• Publisher: New Leaf Pr (February 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0892215062
• ISBN-13: 978-0892215065
• Product Dimensions: 5.7 x 4.2 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.2 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,139,459 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

Customer Reviews

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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars If you have a belly button you need this book!, February 22, 2001

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Quigg Lawrence (Virginia) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Surviving Temptation Island (Paperback)

Dan and Dave Davidson have written a super helpful book. Who doesn't battle with a little lust? Who doesn't struggle with sin? Who hasn't been sucked into Temptation Island? Who hasn't paid the cost of "giving in to temptation?"

I have and so have my kids. This book brings PRACTICAL help from a source many of us would never dream of - - the Bible!!?! But this is no preachy book or a book for cissies. The authors are direct, challenging, inspiring and encouraging even for those of us who have failed. I never knew so many in the Bible failed!

Not only do the authors share God's method for surviving temptation but more importantly for AVOIDING temptation. As Garrison Keilor used to say, "If you don't want to go to Minnesota, don't get on the bus!"

There are quotes and practical pointers from famous people and regular Joes who have learned how to stay pure with God's Word. Get it, read it, live free! Gread book for teens, college kids and "anyone with a belly button."

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Wish I had read this in my teens, February 22, 2001

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Ray Lawrence (Roanoke, VA United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Surviving Temptation Island (Paperback)

Surviving Temptation Island is a very helpful book if you want to avoid the pain and real destruction of "doing your own thing" and giving in to temptation. Creative, witty, to the point yet substantive. Most importantly, the authors teach us how to avoid and survive temptation. Guess what their source is?? Shock of all shockers - - it is the Bible!

But this is not a preachy book. It is one that weaves quotes and wisdom of God's Word with hints from folks who have learned how to avoid or survive temptation. Some of these folks are famous people some are regular Joes, but all have lived in the real world facing and overcoming real temptation. I am 41 and loved this book. My 12 year old son told me it was "helpful" and a teenager I know was surprised that God had so much to say on the subject!

1 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Author Foreword - Message to readers, February 21, 2001

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Dave (Iowa & Virginia) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Surviving Temptation Island (Paperback)

... You don't have to stay a brokenhearted castaway. Purity is not only possible; it is God's plan and provision. God is ready willing and able to rescue and restore you. No matter what circumstance you're in - it's up to you to respond. Whatever you've done, thought or said God is ready to make it right with you by His grace. Take the challenge to keep pure by living by God's Word.

We pray you will take the truths that follow to heart and this book will be a rich blessing to you and your family. We humbly present this material to both men and women trusting God will give you a solid understanding about His love for you and a newfound hope for purity. It's time to stand strong amidst so many temptations that can drag us down like quicksand. Take the P.U.R.I.T.Y. pledge and think wow about God's plan of purity in your love life. Take God up on His promises!

Dan & Dave Davidson & George Verwer