TLDR;
In April 1973, David Wilkerson had a vision of five major calamities coming to America and the world, including a worldwide recession, natural disasters, a flood of filth in media, persecution of Christians, and the rise of a super world church. He emphasizes the importance of preparing for financial crises, recognizing supernatural signs, and remaining faithful amidst increasing moral decay and opposition. Despite the impending hardships, Wilkerson assures believers that everything is under God's control and working for their good.
- Economic recession and financial crises are coming.
- Nature will have labor pains, supernatural signs and changes.
- A flood of filth and dirt in media is expected.
- Persecution against spirit-filled Christians will rise.
- A super world church will be formed, uniting liberal Protestants and the Roman Catholic Church.
Introduction [0:00]
David Wilkerson shares a vision he received, marked by a strong sense of impending calamity due to rampant sin in the nation. He saw a decline where cars and houses would be difficult to sell and a surge of immoral content on television, which he described as programs incubated in hell, glorifying the devil and featuring nudity during prime time. This vision aligns with the prophecy of Nahum, where God declares He will pour abominable filth upon the people.
Nahum's Prophecy and Modern Society [1:19]
Wilkerson references the prophet Nahum's message to Nineveh, highlighting five reasons for its impending destruction: an alcoholic society, men becoming effeminate, leaders acting indecisively, constant movement without purpose, and shepherds who are slumbering, leaving the people empty and wasted. He questions how God could punish Nineveh for these sins while seemingly allowing America to commit the same sins without consequence, suggesting that such impunity is impossible. He quotes the prophet Azariah, who told Jehoshaphat that God remains with those who trust Him but forsakes those who forsake Him, emphasizing the precarious position of America.
Call to Action for Leaders and Believers [2:26]
Wilkerson urges government leaders, particularly those who identify as born-again believers, to take a stand for their faith and integrate Christ into governance. He believes that doing so may suspend God's judgment, as has happened throughout history. However, he warns that if the nation breaks God's commandments and becomes ashamed of His testimony, dark days will follow. He recounts how sharing this message initially led to a loss of support, with some suggesting he should focus solely on drug addicts, and even close friends doubted him.
Vision of Calamities [3:57]
Wilkerson describes a vision he had in April 1973, which was so frightening that it staggered his mind. He hesitated to share it, fearing he would be labeled a fanatic, but felt compelled to reveal five terrible calamities coming to America and the world. These include a worldwide recession caused by economic confusion, supernatural signs and changes in nature, a flood of filth in America, persecution of spirit-filled Christians, and a mysterious chain of events related to a super world church.
Economic Recession and Natural Disasters [4:26]
Wilkerson saw a worldwide recession caused by economic confusion, with economists unable to explain the situation. Large corporations and even churches would face bankruptcy, and missionary projects would struggle. He urged listeners to prepare for financial crises during the remaining good years. Additionally, he foresaw nature experiencing labor pains, marked by supernatural signs and changes, including major earthquakes in the United States and worldwide famine, particularly in China, India, and Russia. He also envisioned a new kind of cosmic storm and intensified natural disasters, leading mankind to recognize a supernatural siege on the world.
Flood of Filth and Persecution [5:59]
Wilkerson describes a coming flood of filth in America, fulfilling the prophecy of Nahum. This includes explicit content on cable and network television, and newsstands filled with such filth that Playboy Magazine would seem tame in comparison. Sex education in schools would become graphic, and despite any apparent campaigns against smut, Satan would unleash a torrent of filth, vexing devout saints. He also foresees a persecution madness against true, spirit-filled Christians, intended to separate true believers from false ones.
Persecution of Christians: Details and Manifestations [7:59]
Wilkerson elaborates on the coming persecution of Christians, emphasizing that it will be unlike anything previously witnessed. This persecution will target true Jesus believers and rise like a multi-headed monster, starting slowly but spreading globally. He notes that an anti-Christ spirit is already entering the hearts of individuals in high places within the government and judicial system, leading to spiritual wickedness. This will result in harassment of officials, churches, missionaries, and ministers. He anticipates that nearly all evangelical missionary projects, religious radio and television programming, and incorporated missionary societies will be closely monitored and questioned by government agencies.
Rise of a Super World Church [10:10]
Wilkerson envisions the formation of a super world church council, uniting liberal ecumenical Protestants and the Roman Catholic Church. This union will begin with cooperative charity programs but evolve into a political alliance. The super world church will be spiritual in name only, using the name of Jesus Christ but operating with anti-Christ and political motives. It will be deeply involved in social action and charity, with leaders calling for social intervention and a greater voice in world affairs.
Mysterious Chain of Events and Ungodly Influence [11:05]
Wilkerson describes a mysterious chain of events that will revive the ecumenical movement and establish the framework for the super church. Rome will seek and receive concessions from Protestant ecumenical leaders, with the Pope being viewed more as a political leader. Protestant leaders will also seek and receive concessions from Rome, potentially considering the Pope as the infallible head of the church. Wilkerson expresses concern about an army of ungodly, anti-Christ career people invading influential positions within this super church, obsessed with political power and persecuting religious organizations that do not align with their leadership.
Acceptance of Homosexuality and Occult Practices [12:36]
Wilkerson predicts that the super world church will welcome homosexuals and lesbians into its fellowship, vindicating homosexual love and encouraging them to continue their practices. Homosexual and lesbian ministers will be ordained and presented as pioneer evangelists with new concepts of love. He also foresees homosexual churches in major cities receiving full recognition from organized religion, with their literature suggesting that homosexuality is an acceptable Christian practice. Additionally, he believes the super world church will condone certain occult practices, attempting to defang the devil and replace prayer meetings with seances in some wealthy churches.
Persecution Through Media and Hollywood [15:00]
Wilkerson warns of increasing persecution through the media, with Christ-centered radio and TV programming becoming targets of satanic forces aiming to remove them from the airwaves. He anticipates a rating system for religious programming and attempts by liberal leaders to control the FCC's approval of religious content. He also foresees Hollywood stepping up its attacks against true religion, stereotyping revivalists and evangelical ministers negatively, while glorifying the occult and witchcraft.
Attacks on Sacred Traditions and Christian Education [17:09]
Wilkerson predicts that television comedy shows will become bolder in mocking Christ and true Christians, with movie writers undermining sacred traditions and using offensive language. He also warns that Christian educational institutions will be infiltrated by teachers and professors who are tools of Satan, aiming to undermine faith and leadership. Satan will attempt to wrest control of these institutions from true men of God and place them in the hands of compromising liberals.
God's Control Amidst Chaos [18:34]
Wilkerson acknowledges the increasing frequency of earthquakes, famines, hailstorms, and drastic weather changes, which seem to indicate that nature is out of control. However, he asserts that God's word predicted these events and that they represent the wrath of God being poured out on the earth as a warning of coming judgment. Despite the chaos, Wilkerson assures believers that everything is under God's control and working together for good for those who love Him. He encourages them to look up, rejoice, and be happy, regardless of economic downturns, social disintegration, or other hardships.
