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David Wilkerson

The Cross, the Switchblade, and the Man Who Believed

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How did one man's unshakable faith shape the future of thousands struggling to break free from the grip of addiction, poverty, and sin? Join Gary Wilkerson as he shares a never-before-seen look at the incredible life and legacy of his father, bestselling author and evangelist David Wilkerson.

This book tells the story of David Wilkerson, a man who refused to give up on those on the streets even when they had given up on themselves, and who saw in the eyes of drug addicts and gang members what others failed to see--the unconditional love of Jesus Christ.

But who was David Wilkerson? When Wilkerson moved to New York from rural Pennsylvania in 1958 to confront the gangs who ran the streets, he was a skinny, 120-pound man. After the initial publicity that brought him face to face with some of the most dangerous young men in the city, he largely flew under the radar of the media, using the Word of God and a bit of tough love to help men and women of the street escape the destructive spiral of drugs and violence. Wilkerson was always the real deal, full of passion and conviction, not interested in what others said was the "right" thing to do.

An evangelist both in America and overseas, David authored books that inspired people to be serious about their relationship with Christ. His financial generosity reached around the globe, providing homes for the destitute and feeding programs for the hungry. When he founded the Times Square Church in 1987, his ministry impacted more lives than he ever dreamed possible.

Throughout David Wilkerson, you'll be inspired by:

  • The life-changing power of faith
  • What it means to trust God wholeheartedly
  • The importance of following your true, God-given calling

David was a man of faith who trusted God would give him what he needed to enter a cruel world; a man of conviction who took the dream God gave him and marched forward without ever looking back. As you come to know David's story, you'll learn to see the world the way he did--through the lens of eternity.

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Originally looking at the run time I wondered how it would keep things going, but by the end I didn't want it to stop! A very easy to audio book that fills the listener with awe, reverence and assurance towards God's goodness and perseverance.

Didn't want it to end! very wel written and read

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Gary Wilkerson gives a very honest but honouring account of his fathers life. A man who achieved great things for God and has left a great heritage for the Christian Church across the world.

Insightful and Honest story about David Wilkerson

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I would recommend this book to anyone who is on fire to God and are willing to see the amazing works of God in our generation!

An awesome book about a man of God

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Be prepared to be both inspired and challenged in your Christian journey. David was truly a man of God who was prepared to listen to God and act on it. Thank you Gary for sharing your Dads life.

A inspiring honest challenging read

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