I found this summation to be so accurate revealing YWAM:
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This particular statement sums up the entire issue and validates so many post regarding the "absolute authority" YWAM staff holds OVER those they are discipling,"
They are not encouraged to know Jesus as the One intercessor between God and humans (1 Tim 2:5). I have/had a dear friend who after encountering YWAM, and specifically " [
www.ywamaxiom.com] just now after 17 years wondering who the person of the Messiah is. 17 years and by the grace of God in Jesus, is now searching the person of the Messiah, Jesus. She revealed to me, I don't know Jesus.-I know about HIM.
This is due to the YWAM UN-written creed, that "YWAM staff", is/ are the intercessor. Akin to the Pope holding the position of the Father of all things.
I would beg anyone who may be considering this global "Church", to earnestly seek and know HOLY SPIRIT first before venturing so much as a phone call in YWAM's direction.
May the grace and wisdom of our precious Lord be upon you and yours while considering your sincerity in serving our FATHER.