The Cross and the Switchblade

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The Greatest Inspirational True Story of All Time

By David Wilkerson

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The Cross and the Switchblade is based on a real-life account of a pastor, David Wilkerson, who ventures into New York City to help troubled youth involved in gangs and drugs. With faith as his guide, Wilkerson aims to bring hope and redemption to those seeking a way out, highlighting the transformative power of compassion and belief.
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Format: Paperback / softback

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This book may appeal to you if you're drawn to powerful true stories of faith and transformation. It's an inspiring account of how a pastor's journey of compassion impacts the lives of gang members in New York City. The narrative explores themes of redemption, hope, and the enduring power of belief, making it a compelling read for those interested in uplifting stories about personal and communal change.

The Cross and the Switchblade

The inspirational true story of a country preacher and his mission to the streets of New York City.

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The tortured face of a young killer, one of seven boys on trial for a brutal murder, started country preacher David Wilkerson on his lonely crusade to the most dangerous streets in the world. Violent gangs ruled by warlords, drug pushers and pimps held the streets of New York's ghettos in an iron grip.

It was into this world that David Wilkerson stepped, armed only with the simple message of God's love and the promise of the Holy Spirit's power. Then the miracles began to happen...

The Cross and the Switchblade is one of the most inspiring and challenging true stories of all time. It has sold millions of copies throughout the world and has been made into a feature film.

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The Cross and the Switchblade by David Wilkerson is often praised for its compelling narrative and inspiring message of transformation and faith. Readers appreciate the author's heartfelt storytelling and the way he addresses themes of redemption and the power of belief. While some view the writing as slightly dated, many find the real-life experiences and emotional depth engaging and motivating.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780310248293

Publisher: Zondervan

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 26 July 2002

Country: United States

Imprint: Zondervan

Contributors:

Foreword by Cameron Dante

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 15.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 203.0mm

Weight: 190g

Pages: 224

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David Wilkerson Fiction General Fiction Literary Fiction

About the Author

David Ray Wilkerson (May 19, 1931 – April 27, 2011) was an American Christian evangelist, best known for his book The Cross and the Switchblade. He was the founder of the addiction recovery program Teen Challenge, and founding pastor of the non-denominational Times Square Church in New York. He is survived by his wife and 4 children.