The Cross and the Switchblade
The Cross and the Switchblade by David Wilkerson is a Jove Edition published by Penguin on November 15, 1986. This book presents the true story of a young minister who felt a divine calling to assist inner-city youth deemed beyond hope. Wilkerson’s journey begins when he travels to New York City to engage with gang members on trial for murder, leading to a lifelong commitment to helping troubled teenagers escape the cycles of drugs and crime.
Readers will find a narrative that focuses on the transformative power of faith and the impact of dedicated ministry. The book details Wilkerson’s founding of the Teen Challenge program, which aims to alter the lives of countless young individuals. Through his experiences, the text explores themes of inspiration and redemption, highlighting the potential for change in urban environments. With 176 pages, this edition provides an accessible account of Wilkerson’s mission and the challenges he faced in his pursuit of hope and healing.
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The dramatic and inspiring true story of a small town minister called to help inner city kids everyone else believed were beyond hope…
David Wilkerson was just a young preacher in the Pennsylvania hills when he was stunned by a new calling from God: go to New York City to speak to seven young gang members on trial for murder.
But something much greater was to come. Once in New York, David was inspired to stay for a lifetime of helping troubled teenagers get free of drugs and crime. With the word of God in his ears, he founded an inner-city ministry still known as the Teen Challenge to change their paths and alter thousands of lives forever.
The Cross and the Switchblade is a testament to the enduring power of faith and the potential for change—an unforgettable tale that will leave you inspired, uplifted, and forever changed.
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