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Prejudice and Racism in the Heart and in the Church

Do you have uncomfortable feelings… or even bad feelings about those who are different than you? Our experiences at the hands of others, things we’ve observed or been taught, historical injustices, cultural misunderstandings, conflict between families, stereotypes – these can affect how we view and interact with people around us. The world is plagued by…

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Who am I? God’s Answer to Our Quest for Belonging

Ever been ashamed of who you are… or wondered if you were Native enough? Whether it’s skin color, blue eyes, blood quantum, or living off the rez, some people are wondering who they are and where they fit in. Acceptance can be hard to come by. Paul, a mixed-blood Yupik from Alaska, remembers having to…

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“Why you always smiling?” The Testimony of Julius Twohearts (Sisseton Wahpeton Sioux)

Julius Twohearts – Sisseton Wahpeton Sioux: Julius grew up on the Spirit Lake reservation in northeastern North Dakota.  From his youth, his life was a toxic mixture of anger and alcohol.  He eventually went to prison for attacking a police officer – sending him to the hospital.  Years later, while Julius was drinking under a…

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When your family isn’t saved… Trust and Pray

When you put your trust in Jesus and begin to follow Him, it’s not uncommon to find yourself alone. What do we do when our family isn’t saved? Trust in the Lord and Pray.

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