Good Experiences, Unhealthy Systems: A YWAM Exposé
John, Shelby, and Jenny explore the tension between "good" experiences and unhealthy systems inside Youth With A Mission (YWAM). They unpack how experience can outweigh doctrine, how critical thinking is often suppressed, and how theological narratives—such as prophetic calling, prayer walks, and spiritual authority—shape identity and decision-making.
The conversation also examines the influence of the Seven Mountains Mandate, hero worship of leaders, and the psychological impact of believing one is divinely positioned to change nations. Drawing from personal stories and broader…
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