In Memoriam: David Wilkerson

I just heard the news that David Wilkerson, founder of Times Square Church, was killed in a car crash in Texas today. This impacts me on a number of levels, but especially because I am close friends with Wilkerson's daughter and son-in-law, Bonnie and Roger. I pray for God to comfort the family in this time.
        Earlier today before his death, Rev. Wilkerson's organization, World Challenge, posted a devotional by him. You can read it here. These are the final recorded words of a man who finished well with God and in his mission on earth:

"To those going through the valley and shadow of death, hear this word: Weeping will last through some dark, awful nights—and in that darkness you will soon hear the Father whisper, 'I am with you. I cannot tell you why right now, but one day it will all make sense. You will see it was all part of my plan. It was no accident. It was no failure on your part. Hold fast. Let me embrace you in your hour of pain.'

Beloved, God has never failed to act but in goodness and love. When all means fail—his love prevails. Hold fast to your faith. Stand fast in his Word. There is no other hope in this world."