David Wilkerson Quotes
A collection of quotes by David Wilkerson.
David Wilkerson was an American Christian pastor, evangelist, and author, born on May 19, 1931, in Hammond, Indiana. He dedicated his life to spreading the message of Jesus Christ and helping those in need. After graduating from Bible school in 1952, Wilkerson became a pastor in Philipsburg, Pennsylvania, where he served for over a decade.
In 1958, Wilkerson experienced a personal call from God to reach out to gang members and troubled youth in New York City. He obeyed this call and began working with young people involved in gangs, drug addiction, and street violence. His compassionate approach and dedication to transforming lives led to the establishment of the Teen Challenge program, which aimed to rehabilitate drug addicts and provide spiritual guidance.
Wilkerson's ministry expanded over the years, and he became a popular religious speaker and author. His book "The Cross and the Switchblade," published in 1962, detailed his experiences working with gangs and drug addicts in New York City and became a bestseller, inspiring many to follow his path of compassion and faith.
Throughout his life, Wilkerson traveled extensively, speaking at conferences, conducting seminars, and providing spiritual guidance to those in need. He continued his ministry until his death on April 27, 2011, when he was involved in a car accident in Texas.
David Wilkerson's legacy remains, with Teen Challenge centers established worldwide and his writings inspiring countless individuals to live a life of faith, compassion, and dedication to helping the marginalized and forgotten.
