Worship as a Lifestyle
Staff member Hannah shares her insight on worship being way more than something we do on a Sunday morning.
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5 Reasons To Travel Internationally
Staff member Sadie offers 5 reasons you should travel internationally.
The Difference Between Perfection and Excellence
Staff member Laura-Beth shares her insight on the core difference between perfection and excellence.
A Message for Gen-Z: Taking a Leap of Faith
A poem inviting Gen-Z into the life they were made for, "Taking a Leap of Faith" by YWAM Asheville staff member Iyanna.
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Story Behind The Photo: Stefani
Stefani shares some insight on the story behind the photo. Check out some of what she learned on her YWAM DTS outreach!
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Story Behind The Photo: Matt
Matt shares some insight on the story behind the photo. Check out some of what he learned during this YWAM DTS outreach!
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Story Behind The Photo: Karrin
Karrin shares some insight on the story behind the photo. Check out some of what she learned on her YWAM DTS outreach!
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Story Behind The Photo: Mason S
Mason shares some insight on the story behind the photo. Check out some of what he learned during this YWAM DTS outreach!
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Story Behind The Photo: Heidi
Heidi shares some insight on the story behind the photo. Check out some of what she learned on her YWAM DTS outreach!
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Story Behind The Photo: Annika
Annika shares some insight on the story behind the photo. Check out some of what she learned on her YWAM DTS outreach!
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Story Behind The Photo: Serene
Serene shares some insight on the story behind the photo. Check out some of what she learned on her YWAM DTS outreach!
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Story Behind The Photo: Israel
Israel shares some insight on the story behind the photo. Check out some of what he learned on his YWAM DTS outreach!
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Story Behind The Photo: Carly-Beth
Carly-Beth shares some insight on the story behind the photo. Check out some of what she learned during her YWAM outreach!
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Story Behind The Photo: Hannah
Hannah shares some insight on the story behind the photo. Check out some of what she learned during her YWAM outreach!
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Story Behind The Photo: Kalei
Kalei shares some insight on the story behind the photo. Check out some of what she learned during her YWAM outreach!
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Story Behind The Photo: Mason
Mason shares some insight on the story behind the photo. Check out some of what he learned during his YWAM outreach!
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Story Behind The Photo: Cody
Cody shares some insight on the story behind the photo. Check out some of what he learned during his YWAM DTS!
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Story Behind The Photo: Greta
Greta shares some insight on the story behind the photo. Check out some of what she learned on her YWAM DTS outreach!
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YWAM DTS Requirements
Interested in doing a YWAM Discipleship Training School? Check out the requirements for participating in a YWAM DTS at YWAM Asheville.
4 Reasons NOT to Do a YWAM DTS
Doing a YWAM DTS is life-changing. But how do you know if it's for you? Let's look at 4 reasons NOT to do a YWAM DTS.
YWAM DTS Locations in the USA
Youth With A Mission offers Discipleship Training Schools all over the world! Let's look at DTS locations in the USA.
How to Prepare for a YWAM DTS
What should you be doing between being accepted into a DTS and arrival day? Here are some ways how you can prepare for a YWAM DTS.
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Benefits of a Smaller YWAM DTS
There is a huge variety when it comes to YWAM DTS. Let’s take a closer look at the benefits of a smaller, more intimate YWAM DTS class size.
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Discipleship – A Journey of Purpose and Belonging
Discipleship means to be endlessly learning and growing in the Spirit - a journey of belonging and purpose.
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3 Core Aspects of Discipleship
Discipleship is at the core of what we do at YWAM Asheville. Let's look at some core aspects of discipleship and how it looks here.
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Are Short-Term Mission Trips Beneficial?
Short-term mission trips’ aim is similar to long-term mission trips: to share the Gospel and meet needs... But are they beneficial?
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Biblical Strength and Courage
Biblical examples of strength and courage look very different than how the world views strength and courage. Let’s look at the differences.
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How Can DTS Help You Grow Spiritually?
Discipleship is at the core of a DTS. YWAM believes that a lifestyle of being discipled by God and by others is key to spiritual growth.
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3 Ways for a Christian to Grow
Do you have a genuine desire to know God and grow as a Christian? Here are three ways Christians can grow in their faith and walk with God.
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How YWAM Helps Young Adults Develop A Biblical Worldview
Having a Biblical worldview has never been easy. Let’s Learn about what a Biblical worldview means and how YWAM helps young adults grow!
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What does having a relationship with God mean?
Relationship with God means knowing Him, not just knowing about Him. Let's learn more about what it means to have a relationship with God!
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Faith in Action: Exploring the Impact of Discipleship Training Schools
A YWAM Discipleship Training School is one of the best ways to grow your faith, learn about God & who He made you be!
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How to Get Involved in YWAM Mission Trips
We will discuss from the first steps of doing a YWAM missions trip, why we do missions, and where to start your missions journey.
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Role of Faith in Worship
Are faith and worship separate things, or are they connected? Learn about the important and central role of faith in worship.
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What Does the Bible Say about Relationships?
The Bible emphasizes the importance of love as the foundation for healthy relationships. But what else does it say about relationships?
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Three Ways to Let Truth Into Your Life
“What is truth?” Everyone seems to want it, know it, have it, need it. So what is it? Let’s look at three ways to let truth into your life as a...
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The Mercy of God: What Is It and Why Is It Important?
The mercy of God is the central reality of the Christian faith. But what it is? Let’s take a closer look to the importance of mercy of God.
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What Is The Great Commission, and What Does It Mean To Us Today?
Some say The Great Commission means to preach the gospel and get people saved. But is that the whole picture? What is the Great Commission?
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Everything You Need to Know about Biblical Worldview
A Biblical Worldview is vital to living a sustainable Christian life. Here’s everything you need to know about Biblical worldview.
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The Father Heart of God
The Father Heart of God: Understanding God the Father through the lens of Jesus changes everything for me.
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What Obedience To God Really Means
Obedience to God is common and often misunderstood thing in our faith. So, what does obedience to God really mean?
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Hearing the Voice of God in Prayer
Hearing the voice of God in prayer requires intention, expression, and communication. Prayer is an invitation to hear God speak.
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Power Of Prayer
Prayer has been the heartbeat of the Judeo-Christian faith since the very beginning. But what is it, and why is it powerful?
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What is Inductive Bible study?
Looking for a clear and practical method for observing, interpreting, and applying Scripture? Learn about Inductive Bible Study.
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The Importance of Discipleship and Why It Matters
Discipleship is an essential part of the Christian life. But what is it? Learn about why discipleship is vital, and how it looks in YWAM.
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5 Reasons to do a DTS
There are SO MANY reasons to do a YWAM DTS! Here are 5 popular reasons to do a Discipleship Training School (DTS) with YWAM.
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Why I Believe In The DTS
A YWAM DTS is just what it says it is. It not only teaches one how to disciple the nations, it also teaches one how to BE DISCIPLED.
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Why Your Thought Life Matters
Scripture has a lot to say about our thought lives as Christians. The mind has always been vulnerable and God has always cared about it.
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How To Rely on Your Faith in Hard Times
In the valley relying on your faith becomes next to impossible. Let’s take a closer look at how to rely on your faith in hard times.
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Life Lessons from Jesus
When we slow down, study the text, ask honest questions, and forget our assumptions, we can uncover liberating life lessons from Jesus.
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God and Human Trafficking
Human trafficking - one of the greatest horrors of our time. Where is God in the midst of such a horrendous, overwhelming injustice?
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How God Used YWAM To Help Me Find Inner Peace
Inner peace - a widely sought after reality, yet one rarely attained. Here's how God used YWAM to help me find inner peace.
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7 Effective Ways To Enhance Teamwork
Early in my YWAM training I realized how much they valued team building. Here are 7 ways I've learned to enhance teamwork at YWAM Asheville.
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Characteristics God Desires in the Life of a Believer
As our believers, we are called to invite and cultivate characteristics which God desires, ways we can reflect Him with our lives.
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Understanding the True Meaning of Grace
What is the true meaning of grace? Free and unmerited favor of God as manifested in the salvation of sinners and the bestowing of blessings.
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What is a Biblical Worldview and Why Is It Important
What is a worldview? As Christians, should ours be different? Learn about the ways your worldview changes everything.
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The Power of Forgiveness
The Power of Forgiveness: Here at YWAM Asheville forgiveness, restoration, and reconciliation are more than just lecture topics.
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Fear of the Lord: What it means to a Christian
Fear of the Lord is the Christian’s joyful acceptance, respect, gratitude, and practical recognition of the Holiness of God alone.
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Letting God Heal Your Past: 4 Simple Truths
Your past holds disappointments, let downs, perhaps betrayals and trauma. Here are 4 simple truths to remember as you let God heal your past.
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What Is God Like?
What is God like..really? The question at the very core of every human being. Read more to learn about God’s Character & Nature.
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Leadership: Top 9 Ways to Become a Better Leader
True leadership benefits everyone, not just the leader. Learn about 9 different ways to become a better leader with YWAM Asheville.
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How to Hear God’s Voice
There is no limit to the ways the Lord might choose to speak. Here's some ways to personally hear God’s voice.
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The Purpose of Team Building and Why It’s Important
Team Building is a crucial part if corporate success. Learn about what team building is and how YWAM Asheville engages in team building.
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Social Justice vs Biblical Justice Know the Difference
Look for how justice and morality are displayed by Jesus. We have chosen to view God as the ultimate moral creator and giver. Read to know more.
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What is the Holy Spirit and Why Does it Matter?
Understanding the Holy Spirit and why it matters.
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Managing Stress as a Christian – YWAM Asheville
Stress is the body and mind’s response to challenge, demand, or change. Let’s take a look at what it means to manage stress as a Christian.
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Spend Time With God in 6 Simple Ways
Making time for God is a gift that we often neglect. Find out the significance of spending time with God in 6 simple ways.
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Leaving Everything Behind For Jesus
Leaving everything behind for Jesus is a decision that has repercussions, some seen and others unseen. It is an eternal and weighty decision.
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What Does The Bible Say About Peace?
What does the Bible say about peace? And how should a follower of Christ approach such an important aspect of life?
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The Ultimate Checklist for your YWAM DTS
Headed to a YWAM DTS? Here is the ultimate checklist for what you’ll want to be sure to pack before you head out!
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5 Things Every Christian Should Know
There are 5 key truths that we believe every Christian should know, understand, and be able to explain to others.
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The Greatest Teaching In The Bible
What is the greatest teaching in the Bible? If I had to boil it all down to a single principle, what would it be?
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What Does It Mean To Dream Big?
"Dream big!" - A term we have all heard. But what does it mean? Let's let God teach us how to dream big.
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A Blog About Being Single
Single. A word that is rarely used in a positive light. So how do we go about enjoying this gift the world tells us to be ashamed of?
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Faith & Fitness
It’s easy to assume that fitness only involves the physical. But I would say that it involves mind, body, and spirit - together. This includes faith.
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Trusting God In The Unknown
The unknown? Not my favorite. The unknown is exhausting. Until I remember to trust God in the unknown. He’s got “the unknown” and He’s got me. Always.
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Christian Meditation
At its core, meditation combines devoting time to pause and proceeds to a time of reflection. But what is Christian meditation?
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Expectations vs. Expectancy
Living a life continually out of expectations in dangerous, often leading to disapointment. Instead, we should live with a spirit of expectancy.