Keeping the Cross Central (Updated)

The book explores the founding and evolution of Teen Challenge, a faith-based rehabilitation program for drug addicts, emphasizing its holistic approach rooted in the gospel. Co-founder Don Wilkerson highlights the program's impressive success rates but warns against a shift towards secular methods for funding, which could dilute its core mission. He stresses the importance of maintaining the centrality of the Cross in treatment, advocating for a commitment to the original vision of bringing individuals to Christ through the gospel and discipleship.