[.ca] Power, Money & Sex: How Success Almost Ruined My Life (ISBN 084991499X)

Prime Time's Years of Slime Time:
Let me start off by saying I like Deion Sanders, otherwise I never would have purchased his book. And I admire the fact that the man has come a LONG way and overcome many obstacles to accept Christ into his life. However, I do have a major complaint - well, two to be totally honest. One, Deion seems to blame all his past problems on others. Even though Deion admits he was hell on wheels and self destructive for a time, he still doesn't take responsibility for many of his actions in this book. The time in Cincinnati, when he played for the Reds, when he got into an altercation with a security guard while he was riding around in a golf cart. Everyone knows Deion made that situation worse than it ever could have been, but in Deion's retelling of the story, the security guard provoked him. There are several more stories like this one, where Deion was involved in something that escalated because the other party in the dispute was out to "get him". I'm not going to say that everything that has happened to Deion is his fault, but let's be real - a lot of it is. I'm surprised, as a christian, that Deion hasn't stepped up to the plate and taken a little more responsibility for his past actions. I'm not judging Deion, but I must admit my disappointment. The other problem I had with the book, and this is most likely not Deion's fault but rather the authors, is that his "escapades" are glamourized, instead of downplayed. I've read several biographies written by famous people - athletes, politicians, actors, etc - and they all are guilty of this. I understand the risk you take as a writer, explaining the past deed and attempting to unfold what happened, but doing so in a manor that is interesting to the reader. When this happens, it's every easy to glamourize the story, instead of exposing it for the bad thing that it was. Overall, an entertaining read, albeit somewhat short to my surprise.

Prime Time's Quest to Christ:
Wow! The life and times of Deion Sanders is most definitely a most unique and touching story. Who would think that a man with so much going for himself: fame, fortune, women and much more would want to commit suicide? It just goes to show the public that material gifts don't bring happiness without those who love us in our lives on a daily basis. Due to hearing the numerous testimonies of Sanders (and others outside of pro sports and the entertainment industry) on ESPN and Christian networks, I am trying to take those extra steps to put Christ in my life full time. I must admit, I loved the non-religious Deion Sanders. He was so conceited and filled with so much arrogance, and my goodness was he entertaining! However, by seeing the new Deion Sanders, I admire him even more because it takes lots of courage to make the transformations and sacrifices he has made. I've read a little over half of Deion's book thus far, so I'm informed about part of his journey to spirituality. Now, it's time for me to read the other half of his book and get the complete story of how Deion found "The Big Guy In The Sky." Job well done by Deion and his editor, Jim Nelson Black on bringing us a most uplifting story for all readers to take part in. Finally, I just want to say: Keep doin' what ya doin' Deion and don't change. Keep safe and God bless!

Prime Time's Quest to Christ:
Wow! The life and times of Deion Sanders is most definitely a most unique and touching story. Who would think that a man with so much going for himself: fame, fortune, women and much more would want to commit suicide? It just goes to show the public that material gifts don't bring happiness without those who love us in our lives on a daily basis. Due to hearing the numerous testimonies of Sanders (and others outside of pro sports and the entertainment industry) on ESPN and Christian networks, I am trying to take those extra steps to put Christ in my life full time. I must admit, I loved the non-religious Deion Sanders. He was so conceited and filled with so much arrogance, and my goodness was he entertaining! However, by seeing the new Deion Sanders, I admire him even more because it takes lots of courage to make the transformations and sacrifices he has made. I've read a little over half of Deion's book thus far, so I'm informed about part of his journey to spirituality. Now, it's time for me to read the other half of his book and get the complete story of how Deion found "The Big Guy In The Sky." Job well done by Deion and his editor, Jim Nelson Black on bringing us a most uplifting story for all readers to take part in. Finally, I just want to say: Keep doin' what ya doin' Deion and don't change. Keep safe and God bless!

A very powerful depiction of how God can work in our lives.:
I enjoyed getting to know a man that I have been familiar with from the day that he signed to play football with Florida State University. I have been a fan of Deion Sanders for many years and this book gave me more respect for the MAN as well as the athlete. I encourage everyone to read this book and examine their own lives as they do and find out where they are in their daily walk. Truly inspirational.

A good read:
I enjoyed reading Mr.Sander's book although I wondered about the goody role he played. I am not saying he is not genuine, but I feel we ALL have sinned at one point or the other. As for his endorsing of T.D.Jakes, that is on him and it is His book. Now, I am with Bishop Jakes because I do feel that God wants you to have self esteem, empowerment and the like, and yes, I tend to feel that God can be labeled as flamboyant(after all, chasing the moneymakers out of the temple was /is not considered the "in"thing to do, walking on water, chasing out demons and devils, I wouldn't call that ordinary everyday things would you? There are hurting people out there and this man reaches these folks. So long as God's message of salvation is put forth. Nevertheless, a very good book especially for the young folks.