Youth With A Mission
How does WELS view the organization YWAM? My daughter went to one of their Discipleship Training Schools six years ago and never left. She is now in leadership. I am concerned with some of their teachings and more so the fact that they act as if they are their own denomination. There seems to be a high degree of control in the organization under the name of "spiritual authority." I am confused as to whether I should support my daughter's involvement in this group or not.
Our church body has no official position on Youth With A Mission (YWAM). My own observations from their website tell me that the organization is ecumenical, describing itself as “interdenominational.” It teaches that God speaks to people apart from his word. It endorses “decision theology.” I did not find biblical teaching on the sacraments of Baptism and the Lord’s Supper.
In your relationship with your daughter, I would encourage you to ask her questions about her faith and compare her responses with Scripture. If there has been a shift in her beliefs, ask her about the reasons for the change. Patient listening can guide you in your conversations with her. Continue to pray that she clings to and confesses the truths of Scripture. God bless you and your family.