This sermon emphasizes the importance of maintaining love for Jesus Christ above all else, highlighting how the pursuit of selfish desires and worldly attachments can lead to turning away from God. The speaker warns against becoming an enemy of God by prioritizing worldly pleasures over a relationship with Jesus, stressing that love for the world diminishes love for Jesus. The message addresses issues of adultery, idolatry, and the dangers of replacing love for God with love for worldly things.

Losing the Love for Jesus Christ and Compromising With the World (Clip)

David Wilkerson
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David Wilkerson

David Wilkerson (1931 - 2011). American Pentecostal pastor, evangelist, and author born in Hammond, Indiana. Raised in a family of preachers, he was baptized with the Holy Spirit at eight and began preaching at 14. Ordained in 1952 after studying at Central Bible College, he pastored small churches in Pennsylvania. In 1958, moved by a Life Magazine article about New York gang violence, he started a street ministry, founding Teen Challenge to help addicts and troubled youth. His book "The Cross and the Switchblade," co-authored in 1962, became a bestseller, chronicling his work with gang members like Nicky Cruz. In 1987, he founded Times Square Church in New York City, serving a diverse congregation until his death. Wilkerson wrote over 30 books, including "The Vision," and was known for bold prophecies and a focus on holiness. Married to Gwen since 1953, they had four children. He died in a car accident in Texas. His ministry emphasized compassion for the lost and reliance on God. Wilkerson’s work transformed countless lives globally. His legacy endures through Teen Challenge and Times Square Church.