The Vision: A Terrifying Prophecy of Doomsday that is Starting to Happen Now!

by David Wilkerson

Tomorrow will not be better. Wilkerson unfolds the vision God gave to him regarding the world's future. Christians as well as non-believers will want to hear God's warning to truly repent.

Genres: Christian, Christianity, Religion, Theology, Nonfiction, Inspirational

143 pages, Mass Market Paperback

First published January 1, 1974

About the author

David Ray Wilkerson 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.

Wilkerson's widely distributed sermons, such as "A Call to Anguish", are known for being direct and frank against apostasy and serious about making the commitment to obey Jesus' teachings. He emphasized such Christian beliefs as God's holiness and righteousness, God's love toward humans and especially Christian views of Jesus. Wilkerson tried to avoid categorizing Christians into distinct groups according to the denomination to which they belong.

Wilkerson was killed in a car crash in Texas on April 27, 2011.

Reviews

[M · Rating 4 out of 5]

I respect David Wilkerson and his ministry. This book is a written elucidation of a prophetic "vision" he apparently had in the summer of 1973. I first read this book in the late 70's and I have read it more than 5 times since. I am sure Rev. Wilkerson's vision was real, but I am uncertain as to whether the book is a real reflection of exactly what his vision showed him. The book contains a lot of commentary and (in my opinion)is more an exposition of Rev. Wilkerson's world view as opposed to a literal prophecy of "things to come". I read the book over and over though, because the flow of American history has certainly been closely aligned to Rev. Wilkerson's overall depiction of the future. So...maybe it is not an exact depiction of his 1973 vision, but his book is an excellent road map to America's moral and financial decline.

[Southernbelle0326 · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book is about what is coming. It was shown to the author in a vision and he wrote a book about it.

[Sharon · Rating 5 out of 5]

A book that makes you see things differently.

[Arlee Bird · Rating 3 out of 5]

David Wilkerson's CROSS AND THE SWITCHBLADE is a classic of Christian evangelical literature, however this author holds a more dubious position for many analysts of Christian prophetic literature. THE VISION is mostly an artifact of Christian writing, more a matter of curiosity than a basis for real prophecy.

This book was first published over forty years ago. The prophecies described are essentially what can be found in the Bible and predictions that have been discussed by numerous other Christian writers. There is not much new here. The writing is direct, but rather simplistic. Now, looking retrospectively, one can see how off Wilkerson was in his prophecies. Wilkerson continuously makes reference to the described events occurring within years or decades. None happened the way he described. Some of the predictions trended as he suggests, but never to the apocalyptic level he said would happen. Some critics believe this makes Wilkerson a "false prophet" who lost credibility with this book.

I'll make no judgement concerning Wilkerson's credibility, but for our time this book is little more than an average piece of Christian writing and an artifact that might illuminate the 70's for those who did not live during those times. The prophecies are interesting when taken into a comparative perspective to other prophetic literature and what the Bible says. The inaccuracy of Wilkerson's timeline as well as the severity of his predicted calamities takes away the credibility of the book and the supposed "Vision" as an actual communication from God. Would not God have been more precise in his message and the time it would occur? One might speculate on the whys and hows as to Wilkerson's shortcomings in authoring this book and maybe later editions correct some of the errors. Correction of prophecy is questionable in my eyes so I'm not sure that any addendum or alteration can make this book a more credible source.

The content of the book might make one think about Biblical prophecy as well as examine the history of the past 50 years, but I see little usefulness for any serious student of Biblical prophecy. The book provides a view into the mindset of evangelicals during the 70's, but no clear evidence of anything specific. If Wilkerson had avoided reference of things soon to happen or happening within a decade, maybe this book would be more relevant to the readers of today.

[Tirza Horvath · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is a very good teaching, it clearly shows that the only way you can be in a better position is to trust God. Without trusting Him, you will very much fail.
The last chapter is also something to deeply think about

[Margie Clute · Rating 5 out of 5]

Every time I read this book, I have to remind myself Rev. Wilkerson first received this vision back in April 1973. Since then, many of the things prophesied have come to pass and are coming to pass. It is a timely message. Would recommend everyone read it or the later book, The Vision and Beyond.

[Sofia · Rating 5 out of 5]

Just amazing, I have no words to describe how I felt while I was reading this book

[Robert Dallmann · Rating 5 out of 5]

The second time I read it... better than I remember!

[Shane Savage · Rating 4 out of 5]

An awesome and very sobering book, especially as the events he's prophesied are happening now!

[Matti Hernesaho · Rating 1 out of 5]

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[Jonathan Brenneman · Rating 2 out of 5]

Although David Wilkerson is a personal hero of mine, I can no longer agree with his views of God constantly being about to destroy the world because of it's evil. Wilkerson was as sincere as you can get in his beliefs. I used to read his sermons regularly as a teenager. I have a lot of them saved. Looking back, David's influence really helped me in some ways and really hurt me in others.

Most of this book would be the latter-its influence had a very negative impact on my spiritual life. It certainly did not lead me to love people more or be a better representation of Jesus. It was the kind of material that led me to be always focusing on sin instead of on the gospel. I later needed to be delivered from that.

David worded his prophesies in the strongest of terms. He stated that no matter how much prayer or intercession went forth, there was no stopping these catastrophic events. He stated with all certainty that certain ones (such as a thousand fires burning throughout NYC) would happen before his death.

Some of the things Wilkerson predicted, such as the spread and accessibility of the vilest of pornography, have been fulfilled. Others, which he said would certainly happen before his death, did not happen before his death.

I love Wilkerson's heart and his stories, such as "The Cross And The Switchblade". His book "The New Covenant Unveiled" also had a lot of good material, although I don't remember the details of it very well. However, his theology on the "end times" and an Old Covenant view of constant, impending judgement, have done far more harm than good.

[Gail Welborn · Rating 5 out of 5]

I believe this is the most important book I've ever reviewed outside of Bibles.

The Vision and Beyond, Prophecies Fulfilled and Still to Come, by David Wilkerson, 1974—reprinted 2003, World Challenge Publications, 143 Pages, $5.00

I’ve never met anyone who wasn’t eager to know what the future holds, yet the Bible warns believers away from psychics, mediums and others who foretell the future. However, God did send prophets in the past, such as Ezekiel, Jeremiah and Jonah to prophesy about or warn of future events.

Which raises the question, does God still give prophetic words today. According to Amos 3:7 (ESV) “…the Lord God does nothing without revealing his secret to his servants the prophets.”

I consider Pastor David Wilkerson, who believes America is living in what the Bible calls, “the beginnings of sorrows” that precedes Armageddon, a modern day prophet…Full Review:
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[Terri]

I thought this was an excellent book. I read it back in the early 80's and it was written back in the 60's or 70's about future times, and the things are starting to happen or have happened. Very good!

[Jamar · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fabulous Read! Wilkerson wrote this work in the late 60's and made some alarming predictions regarding the moral and social decline of America such as the demise of the family unit, militant homosexuality, abortion, the explosion of pornography. It is 2013 and his predictions have come to pass.

[Royce Ratterman · Rating 5 out of 5]

Read for personal research. I found this work of immense interest.
I found this book's contents helpful and inspiring - number rating relates to the book's contribution to my needs.
Overall, this work is also a good resource for the researcher and enthusiast.

[Adam Walker · Rating 5 out of 5]

Amazing that this was written over 40 years ago.

[Anne Hamilton · Rating 3 out of 5]

It's incredibly interesting to read a prophetic work after fifty years and look at how accurate it was, particularly in terms of the foretellings that were then slated for fulfillment in the next decade or so. Some parts of the vision are spot-on and right, some are decidedly wrong (or at least the timing is very wrong).

Perhaps the most significant aspect of the writing is the cultural shift in Christianity from a time when it was obviously ok to deliver very negative warnings to today when we are encouraged to be positive in all declarations and bless away the natural consequences of our wrongdoing.

[Ricardo Cifuentes · Rating 3 out of 5]

No puedo negar que este libro viene cargado de una visión positiva sobre el cuidado de nuestra vida cristiana en nuestro día a día, pero tampoco puedo negar que en su tiempo pudo influenciar mucho en una teología escapista, donde ya no valía la pena una vida terrenal, sino solo esperar el regreso de Jesús.
También parece ser que se basa mucho en una interpretación del libro bíblico de Apocalipsis, haciendo un vaticinio propio, claramente, se debe leer con cuidado y tener un pensamiento crítico, porque algunas no parecen ser profecías, sino solamente predicciones.

[Johnnie Spooksma · Rating 5 out of 5]

It will be said of David Wilkerson, what was said of the Prophet Samuel in Bible days. "God did not let one word of his 'fall to the ground'. In other words, when they spoke, they spoke as the "oracle of God". I've researched this for years, and never once found even the slightest controversy! Hang on, things are gonna get crazy! Jesus is your only way out!

[Micah Larsen · Rating 2 out of 5]

Pentecostal dispy doomsday p0rn that had me a little nostalgic for the churches I grew up in.

Wilkerson's vision that he claimed to receive from God in 1973 about the coming disasters, most of which he claimed would befall that generation. Some of it is vague enough to pass, but the specifics get him in trouble. (2 stars instead of 1 for the entertainment value.)

[Lawrence · Rating 4 out of 5]

Returned to reading David Wilkerson’s follow up to ‘The Cross and the Switchblade.’ Wilkerson writes from 1974 with a heart of a shepherd looking after his flock.
Wilkerson’s writings in the World Challenge newsletters were some of the best things he has ever written, including this publication.

[Judith Brans - Donker · Rating 3 out of 5]

This book was a bit heavy to read. But it opened my eyes to how many of these situations/circumstances have already happened. Or are about to happen soon.

My conclusion of the book was: that as Christians, we should stay awake - we should go out and spread the Gospel - we should not be afraid because He is in control - and we should be active, obeying His will.

[b e a c h g o t h · Rating 2 out of 5]

Basically this is just biblical prophecy re-worded to sound like David’s wife had a “vision of the future”.
And, 30 years after it was written, we’re still seeing things come to pass so it’s hardly “NOW”

[Shana Whiteman · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a small book so a fast read. I believe I had it read within a couple of hours. I plan to read again and slow down to let it all sink in. Will update my review after that, probably the first of next year 2023.

[Kristine Johnson · Rating 1 out of 5]

Another one of those prophecy books that didn't turn out the way the author predicted.

[Kristijan Fogarasi · Rating 1 out of 5]

Unbiblical!

[MUKUNDWA MUKAMANA]

i want to read it
my mother recommended me this book

[Max Garcia · Rating 5 out of 5]

Good book

[Ron · Rating 4 out of 5]

An excellent book. He doesn't pull punches.

If you are easily offended don't read this.

Check that... Maybe you should.

[Vanessa · Rating 5 out of 5]

Profecías del tiempo venidero, muchas de ellas ya se cumplieron otras solo Dios sabe q realmente pasará.....
Excelente Libro!!! Muy sorprendente!