• The Cross and the Switchblade

  • By: David Wilkerson
  • Narrated by: Paul Michael
  • Length: 6 hrs and 57 mins
  • 4.9 out of 5 stars (982 ratings)

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The Cross and the Switchblade

By: David Wilkerson
Narrated by: Paul Michael
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The astonishing true story of Wilkerson's outreach to New York teens trapped by drugs and gangs.

Gang-fighters! Drug addicts. Teenage runaways and prostitutes! The toughest and most hopeless kids that New York's ghettos had to offer. Then a young preacher from the Pennsylvania hills arrived on their turf and began preaching a message of renewal, miracles, and God's love. This is one of the century's great true stories. Over 14 million copies in print!

©1986 David Wilkerson (P)2010 christianaudio.com

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Powerful Story and amazing man of God

Some books are filled with knowledge, some with deep wisdom, and others great sources of entertainment and inspiration; this book is one of purpose that is able to capture it all. As a Pentecostal, I can say this book moved me to my core and refreshed a deeper drive of purpose in my walk with God. Highly recommend it and if you have not read this book, it is a must.

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This was a great audio book

Enjoy every minute of listening to this book. Definitely listen to the book again soon.

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Really moved me, and I tend to be a cynic.

What did you love best about The Cross and the Switchblade?

I loved the risks that David Wilkerson described.

What was one of the most memorable moments of The Cross and the Switchblade?

When he was humiliated at the trial and how it lead to so much.

Which character – as performed by Paul Michael – was your favorite?

David Wilkerson

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I think most Christians know about this story a little bit, and have seen some of the more "odd" things that David Wilkerson has said and done over the years, and it might give you doubt, but don't let it! His story of how God moved was truly incredible. It really changed how I see serving the Lord.

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Trusting In God Is What This Whole Book Was About

Good Read. Was very inspired by how God can through for you time and time again. Being obedient, really paid off in so many peoples lives, especially the teenagers.

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Tears of Joy

Right now my eyes have tears of joy with my prayers of thanks to God for all that He did in the lives of the people in this book.

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This is an amazing story of the power of God!!

It is so wonderful to hear a modern day story of the power of God! Truly the Jesus that walked on earth over 2000 years ago, is the same Jesus, with the same power ready to help those that completely trust, and believe in him!

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Great work God bless

A wonderful insight into the working of ministry among the least privileged and how incredibly God makes it all work out for his glory

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INSPIRING!

So grateful for David Wilkerson’s testimony. This is an incredibly inspiring book about his life working with the Holy Spirit. Every Christian should read it!

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Such an incredible story!

I’ve heard of teen challenge, but had never heard the ministry’s origin story before. I am so blessed to have heard how God moved in David Wilkerson’s life and all of those he reached.

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Absolutely amazing story!

What an inspiring and radical story. I am so encouraged. The reader’s voice added so much to the overall listening experience. Would recommend to anyone.

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