Reflections on The Cross & the Switchblade: Pain, Prayer and Sacrifice

Although The Cross & the Switchblade impacted the lives of millions, Gary Wilkerson notes that his father rarely talked about those days on the streets of New York City. The book and film captured snapshots of David’s life, but both skimmed over the true hardship and loneliness that came with following a radical call of Christ. Here Gary shares a few personal memories of the man behind the story.