How We Do It

A Passion for the Unreached

Despite the advances in technology and modern communication, there still remain millions of individuals who have never known a personal relationship with Jesus Christ.  Starting with the first visit to Ghana in 2001, YLI targets receptive people groups in previously unreached corners of the word to equip and train their young leaders to be disciples for Christ within their local communities.

Building Next-Generation Leaders

Ages 18 through 35 are critical years in the development process.  Discovering a heart for God and a true sense of purpose during these formative years sets the stage for an incredibly fruitful and productive life of reaching others for Christ.  YLI identifies indigenous young men and women who possess leadership qualities and are already deeply involved in their immediate communities.  These young people are invited to attend a three-day Leadership Conference where they are taught deeper intimacy with God using a II Timothy model and trained on fundamental Biblical principles.

Focus on a Few Leads to Exponential Impact

Following the example of Jesus and His disciples in the Bible, YLI coaches mentor small groups of young leaders.  Focusing on depth and developing meaningful relationships with a few key passionate young people, our goal is to inspire a spark that will lead to an exponential impact; igniting future generations of young leaders, their spiritual grandchildren, great-grandchildren and beyond.

Practical and Effective Acts of Love

YLI coaches encourage young leaders to perform seemingly random, but authentic acts of kindness and service out of an overflow of the love of Christ.  Central to the YLI vision is the idea of relationship evangelism and building real friendships with non-believers.

Laying the Foundation for Communities of Believers

Quite simply, YLI trains the trainer.  YLI mentors indigenous young people who display potential, and prepares them to become effective leaders for Christ.  With access to the necessary resources, these young leaders will one day start fellowship communities and churches of their own in their local town and villages.