Andy Byrd's Message to the GLG Re: Our posture toward another global youth movement wave.

Summary
Andy Byrd, speaking on behalf of the Kona Community Campus, expresses excitement about a global youth gathering. He discusses the potential for a significant youth movement worldwide and outlines four reasons for this belief. He also highlights potential obstacles that need consideration and emphasizes the importance of staying connected to and empowering the next generation.
Highlights
🌍 The world's increasing globalization, digitalization, and urbanization provide an opportunity for a global youth movement, similar to the early church's growth.
🤝 Rising persecution in some areas erases nominal Christianity, leading more young people to embrace their faith.
🚀 The global rise of secular humanism creates a vacuum that can be filled by a youth movement centered on Jesus.
🌟 Generation Z is predisposed toward activism and evangelism, making them a potential driving force for a global youth movement.
📚 YWAM must avoid generation gaps and remain learners to effectively lead the next generation.
🛤️ Creating pathways for young leaders within YWAM and reevaluating existing structures is essential.
🔊 YWAM should maintain its evangelistic focus to connect with and understand the needs of the next generation.
Andy Byrd encourages YWAM to capitalize on its global connectivity, adapt to the desire for authenticity and discipleship among the next generation, and stay committed to empowering youth to ensure its continued success as a missions movement.