Run Baby Run by Nicky Cruz (1988-12-01)

I have bought this book multiple times. Highly recommend it. Gives a great look at Nicky Cruz's life before - and after - Jesus. The only promblems i have is that the beginning chapter is followed by a flashback chapter, then goes back to the action. If you get past that, it's a great read. I also wonder about the mention of Kathryn Kuhlman, who has been mentioned as a prosperity gospel teacher, but I don't know enough about her work.

Beyond that, this is a great book that shows the power of the Gospel!

This book was so uplifting and eye opening! We need to keep spreading the word that Jesus is alive and real and He loves us all so much that he laid down his life for us so that we can have eternal happiness with Him!

Outstanding Bio. It came fairly quick and in great condition. It is a page turner and would really suggest it for people really interested in evangelism and think they don't qualify. God will use whom He please no matter the background. Just your foundation for the Masters use.

To read about God's transforming power is a blessing. There IS hope in Jesus no matter what you've done or have been through, focusing on Christ and His immense love and sacrifice for us is the answer. We cannot repay what He did for us, but our lives belong to Him!

Not quite the same as the Cross and the Switchblade. Wilkerson's work focused on the transforming power of the cross even in the darkness. However this book...not just to me but also to my wife...seems to really focus on the darkness, recounting scenes of one's life in a manner that seemed not very regretful or cautionary...almost like watching a rated R movie that's violent or vulgar simply for the point of being violent or vulgar. Not a whole lot of Christian discretion used. Finishing the first half of the book (before the conversion) was a chore because of all of the mess. My wife had to put it down because it was too much for her.

My life was pretty jacked up and demonic before Christ as well but I feel like there's a better light in which to write.

This book starts with somebody yelling, "Stop that crazy kid!" I think right then and there was when my fears were ceased. I've really wanted to read "Run Baby Run" for quite sometime. Yet you run into somebody else's life story, and it isn't as interesting as you thought it might be. So, I did take a chance, and I'm glad I did. If you are looking for the power of Christ, you've come to the right place. If you are looking for the possible description of a street fight, you've come to the right place. If you want a little bit of romance added to the picture, (YEP) you've come to the right place! And the story is all true, that's the amazing thing. Mario Puzo didn't pen this out and send it out to his publisher. Nicky Cruz LIVED it, and he's here to tell his story. Some might be wondering if it's the same old "blood, sweat and tears" story. Hmm... maybe the words blood, sweat, tears, puke, convulsions, profanity, narcotics, spiritual warfare and MORE might fit the bill. Don't let that scare you away though.

If you've ever heard Nicky Cruz speak, he isn't always the easiest to understand, yet his language of love through Christ is universal. He's ticked off at Satan, people! I believe he has every right to be. He tells an amazing story of coming from Puerto Rico to the States (New York) and almost immediately getting involved in gang activity. He talks of the Mau Maus, and how he became the president eventually. He speaks of his best buddy, Israel. He talks about friends killed in gang warfare. He goes into detail about the rumbles. But that's just the beginning. He also talks of a man named David Wilkerson. He talks of Pastor Wilkerson with much awe and reverence. And from there he talks of a great relationship with Jesus Christ. He goes into detail about Bible college, he tells of his struggles. He tells of his ministry. Now some of you reading my review might be asking, "Uh, Wolfe... did you just TELL us the whole story?" I don't think so. You'll have to get the book for that. The time invested in well worth it.

There is power in the testimony of Nicky Cruz, yet there is more power in the one who saved him, Jesus Christ. Embrace the message of this book! If you are one who is still running, run to a Heavenly Father who is waiting. Then you'll run an awesome race! So don't let the title intimidate you. Pick it up, and don't run from what Nicky Cruz has to say.

This is an inspiring and heart-breaking story.

I am 50 yrs. now, and I read this novel when i was in my early 20s.

I bought this book from a Christian Union Mission book store in

Roseau, Dominica. (island in the Eastern Caribbean). This story has impacted my life until today. I would encourage all parents to purchase this book, with The Cross & the Switchblade by David

Wilkerson for their teenagers. There is also another hit "Coming Clean" that I am about to read for the first time. I have just ordered these books so I can read them again. NOTHING IS IMPOSSIBLE WITH CHRIST. I would like to commend Billy Graham, Nicky Cruz and others who have worked to republish this novel.

Catholic Christian, Atlanta, Georgia.

I started reading this book when I was probably 6th grade in 1976. I was shocked to quickly find out how cruel people could be in this world his and how vicious gang-life could be, which I had not known about until I read this book. I went to church with other people when I was a child, because my parents didn't go yet, so, I have to credit this book with really being a witness to me. This book showed me at a young age how miraculously that God can change someones life! I have suggested this book to many people, it is a true inspiration!

First read this book 30 years ago ,while still in highschool .Couldn't for the life of me figure out why a teacher would give this to someone to read .

The first part revolves around gang warfare in New York

The second Nicky Cruz's change in life

I won't go into story or say if the way Mr Cruz changed his life is for everyone , but are going say that the way to change is step back from where you are and look around you , when you relize people will help if you are willing to help yourself ,looking at Mr Cruz's life as it was in the 50's wouldn't take much imagination to see where he was heading

Young and some not so young should read the book and maybe see the morale of the story

I read this book several times while still in school. I was lucky enough to see Nicky Cruz speak on a couple of occasions, and found his story fascinating. I found it exciting where it needed to be and uplifting as well. It is an amazing story and sheds light in a dark area. His story is from decades ago, but now more than ever, it is useful. Today's gang-obsessed youth could really use a book like this in their lives. Even without the religious themes within the book, the messages of hope and positive change are important.

Loved this book! I you don't understand gang life and the situations most of them are in, I highly suggest you read this book. See how God works in the heart of a young full of hate and anger gang leader. Also, suggest The Sword and the Switchblade with this book. Way better then the move.

i read this in highschool. Required reading, they say. Oh, it is a requiring read, I'll say. It's based on a true story written by the man it happened to. It's a perfect testimony and an even better moral story to everyone who wonders what gangs are like. He explains everything in detail so that you won't make the same mistakes as he did. It's graphic, but hey, isn't real life that way anyway?

A very compelling story: A Nicky Cruz autobiography of growing up without knowing the true meaning of the word "Love". Growing up in the streets of Brooklyn, struggling and battling to survive, his fiercest battle is with his innermost demons. He is able to discover with the help of a preacher that everyone is worthy of God's love no matter how much evil is in their past. I first read this book about 25 years ago at 13 years old and the book still to this day has a impact on me. I'm going to refer this book to my son of 15 years so that he can read this story of great inspiration.

There is something more powerful that what mortal man can comprehend in the story of Nicky Cruz: the Holy Spirit. The stories of how Cruz escaped death numerous times and the courage of the skinny little preacher, 'Davie' Wilkerson are inspiring.

this is an incredible story. up to chapter ten its really graphic, about the kind of trouble he got into.. the things that he did are awful. its good sorta that he goes into such great detail, because you realize just how deep he got. although there are things that some people maybe dont really need to read to realize what others need to read. so if its to much then skip ahead to chapter ten. anyways. this is a great book.. im thinking about buying 10 of them for christmas to give to as many people as i can. i think it would be a good book for people who arnt too interested in god to read. :)