Testimonies

DTS gave me space away from everyday distractions to really reflect on who God is and who He says I am. Being surrounded by people pursuing Him changed my life and gave me a clearer vision for how to live as a Christian. Jacy played a huge role in that growth, consistently challenging me to reflect on my heart and step into who God created me to be. Her leadership helped bring out strengths in me I didn’t know I had.

I struggled to ask for what I needed, but during outreach Jacy challenged me to dream and express my desires for my birthday. Feeling seen and cared for in that way was new and deeply impactful. Later, she encouraged me to take on a physical challenge I thought was impossible, and with her support I made it to the top. That experience helped break lies I believed about myself and showed me what I was capable of.

Jacy’s discipleship impacted me far beyond DTS. Her intentional investment and practical care—like helping create space for me to spend time with God—shaped my daily relationship with Him. Those moments led to bigger decisions, including moving overseas for ministry, where I’m now seeing real fruit. Her example continues to challenge me to live with deeper obedience and discipline.

I came into DTS unsure about the gifts of the Holy Spirit and struggled to understand what I was seeing. During worship, God spoke to me and showed me I had been putting Him in a box. That moment shifted my perspective completely and filled me with peace and awe. Jacy’s leadership helped me walk that out, constantly encouraging me to trust God and say yes to Him.

On outreach, I boldly shared my testimony for the first time with a Muslim man who was incredibly open and hungry to hear about Jesus. That moment marked me—I felt the joy of the Father in a way I never had before. Jacy consistently championed me and gave me opportunities to step into my gifts, which helped build my confidence in sharing my faith.

DTS pushed me to share the gospel outside of my comfort zone and rely on God in a deeper way. Living in a community centered on prayer and Scripture brought a level of freedom in Christ I had never experienced before. Jacob’s leadership challenged me to grow and consistently called me higher, which had a lasting impact on my faith and character.

During DTS, I struggled with insecurity and control, especially around food. Through teaching and truth from Scripture, I began to understand my identity in Christ and walk in freedom. Jacy played a key role by having honest conversations with me and modeling what it looks like to surrender everything to God. That gave me hope that real change was possible.

Early in DTS, I had the opportunity to walk someone through rededicating their life to Jesus, and they are still pursuing Him today. On outreach, even when ministry plans fell through, Jacy led with faith and creativity, helping us reach people in unexpected ways. That experience showed me that missions is a lifestyle, not just a trip.

During DTS, I encountered God as a loving Father and realized I didn’t have to earn His love. That truth brought deep healing and freedom into my life. Jacy walked closely with me through that process, always making space to listen, pray, and guide me. The tools she taught me still help me walk in freedom and joy today.

During DTS, I made the decision to fully surrender my life to God. In that moment, I physically felt my heart burning, and something deeply changed in me. Letting go of control brought a level of peace and freedom I had never experienced before. It marked the beginning of truly trusting God with my life.

DTS created space for me to hear God clearly and understand His heart in a deeper way. During a ministry night, a simple act of obedience from Jacy—dancing as I sang—became a powerful picture of God’s love for me. That moment helped me truly believe that I am known, loved, and delighted in by Him.

Before DTS, I lived with constant fear—even small things would overwhelm me. During Freedom Week, I experienced a breakthrough where God completely freed me from that fear. In the middle of a severe storm, instead of panic, I felt awe and peace for the first time in my life. That moment marked a permanent shift, and I now live with joy instead of fear.