Natives Follow Jesus

SHOW NOTES: The Holy Spirit still speaks—but are we listening? In this episode of Natives Follow Jesus, we explore how Indigenous wisdom and biblical truth meet in the sacred practice of listening. Through silence and story, we learn to hear the gentle voice of God--if we but get still, remain silent, and quietly listen. LINKS + RESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODE: Sign up for monthly newsletter. Click si...

SHOW NOTES: Wisdom isn’t just what we know—it’s how we walk. In this episode, we honor Native elders who live out godly wisdom, connecting Indigenous spiritual tradition and biblical truth. Listen to how they walk the good road with Jesus. LINKS + RESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODE: Sign up for monthly newsletter. Click sign up link, scroll down to email form, complete form, respond to email prompt, and...

SHOW NOTES: On this special episode, we pause to reflect on the meaning of Indigenous Peoples Day in 2025. We'll recount history, share stories, explore how faith and culture intersect in remembrance and hope, and invite you listeners to live faithfully--not only on this day, but every day.   LINKS + RESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODE: Sign up for monthly newsletter. Click sign up link, scroll down...

SHOW NOTES: This special milestone episode celebrates God’s faithfulness in bringing  Natives Follow Jesus  to 50 episodes. It will honor the journey so far, highlight key themes and testimonies, and share vision for what’s ahead. LINKS + RESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODE: Sign up for monthly newsletter. Click sign up link, scroll down to email form, complete form, respond to email prompt, and...

SHOW NOTES: Creation speaks if we’re willing to listen. In this episode, we explore how God reveals Himself through nature and how Native ways can help you hear His voice. Join us as we walk the good road of listening to Creator through creation. LINKS + RESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODE: Sign up for monthly newsletter. Click sign up link, scroll down to email form, complete form, respond to email promp...

SHOW NOTES: The earth is the Lord’s — we are only caretakers. In this episode, we explore what it means to be stewards, not owners, through Scripture, discipleship, and Native values of land as sacred. You will discover how you are a caretaker of God's earth. You are a caretaker of what God already owns! Listen and be inspired to walk gently upon creation. LINKS + RESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODE: Sign...

SHOW NOTES: Land is more than property — it is sacred gift. In this episode, we explore a Native Christian theology of land rooted in Genesis 2:15. Discover how Scripture and Indigenous wisdom together call us to care for creation as holy trust. LINKS + RESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODE: Sign up for monthly newsletter. Click sign up link, scroll down to email form, complete form, respond to email prompt...

SHOW NOTES: Many Native counselors and healers today utilize native practices that seek to connect a person to his/her community and to the earth using natural remedies and traditional songs and chants to bring healing. Whereas, modern counseling engages the individual, one-on-one counseling and therapy sessions in an austere, clinical environment.   I wonder if a counselor can weave tog...

SHOW NOTES: Forgiveness and justice often feel like opposites—but in God’s Kingdom, they walk hand-in-hand. In this episode, we wrestle with Micah 6:8, exploring how to release bitterness without letting go of the pursuit of truth and restoration. Hurt happens in this world. When you get hurt, what do you do? Can you forgive without excusing harm? Can you leave vengeance in God's hands? Listen now...

SHOW NOTES: The integration of Christian faith with Indigenous healing practices requires careful discernment and a commitment to avoid syncretism. The goal is to show how Natives Who Follow Christ can fulfill the best aspects of your native culture while confronting and discarding anything that might be contrary to the Bible and your Christian faith.   LINKS + RESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODE: Si...

SHOW NOTES: The wounds are real. But healing is possible. In this powerful episode, we confront the painful legacy of boarding schools and generational trauma in Native communities. Through Psalm 147:3, we turn to the One who heals the brokenhearted and binds up every wound LINKS + RESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODE: Sign up for monthly newsletter. Click sign up link, scroll down to email form, complete...

SHOW NOTES: Identity. Belonging. Jesus. In this special ‘Story Circle’ episode, we hear raw and powerful testimonies from Native believers who walk the good road with Jesus. Their stories will challenge assumptions and inspire your faith. Tune in and listen with your heart LINKS + RESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODE: Sign up for monthly newsletter. Click sign up link, scroll down to email form, complete f...

SHOW NOTES: “You can’t be Native and follow Jesus.” It’s a lie too many of you may have heard. In this episode, I intend to address the false “either-or” choices you’ve been given—and show how biblical truth and Indigenous tradition can walk together in wholeness. Christ doesn’t ask you to erase who you are. God doesn’t erase your heritage—He allows you to discern what honors Him best. LINKS + RES...

SHOW NOTES: “Can you be fully Native and fully Christian?” In this episode, we explore how Indigenous tradition and the Bible aren’t enemies—but can walk hand-in-hand. Discover how God doesn’t erase your heritage—He allows you to discern what honors Him best. LINKS + RESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODE: Sign up for monthly newsletter. Click sign up link, scroll down to email form, complete form, respond t...

SHOW NOTES: In this episode, we are diving into the powerful truth of 1 Peter 2:9—what it means to be a chosen people—and exploring how Indigenous identity and Christian faith can beautifully walk together. Whether you’ve wrestled with cultural tensions or longed for deeper connection to your roots and faith, this episode is for you.  LINKS + RESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODE: Sign up for monthly n...

SHOW NOTES: Following Jesus Today can be difficult and fraught with discouragement. Let's reflect on the journey so far and celebrate the journey of faith in Jesus. Whether you've been listening from the beginning or you're new to the journey, this episode rehearses why I share this podcast. I invite you to celebrate, pray, and dream with me as you continue to follow Jesus in a way that's true to...

SHOW NOTES: Want to influence others for Christ without being pushy? This episode gives practical ways to activate your faith so that you can tell your story with Jesus with gentleness and respect.  LINKS + RESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODE: Sign up for monthly newsletter. Click sign up link, scroll down to email form, complete form, respond to email prompt, and get my newsletter. Join the movement...

SHOW NOTES: How should followers of Jesus respond to injustice? This week’s episode breaks down Micah 6:8 and what it means to act justly, love mercy, and walk humbly. Tune in as we explore a biblical view of social justice and what it looks like in real life. LINKS + RESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODE: Sign up for monthly newsletter. Click sign up link, scroll down to email form, complete form, respond...

SHOW NOTES: Fear emerges in all places. Anxiety can lead to fear. You can feel afraid of real things like relationships going sour, death of loved ones, or the unknown of a health issue.  You can feel afraid and it wears you out—wears you down and you can’t function properly.  In this episode, you’ll discover how God promises to strengthen you and to help you overcome fear with faith.&nb...

SHOW NOTES: "All Christians are all hypocrites!" I have heard that accusation many times from those who don't follow Jesus. Their critique is an excuse for them to demean those who follow Jesus and to highlight the challenge of following Jesus completely. In this episode, you’ll discover how God can make your faith active. You can learn how to live a faith that works to show others that Jesus is t...

SHOW NOTES: You have a job. You face deadlines. You have a family. You have work/life challenges. You have a lot of commitments. So, where does your faith fit in? This first episode in the new series on Faith In Action addresses a central question: How can you excel professionally without sidelining your walk with Christ? You need to review God's biblical vision for work, acknowledge common pitfal...

SHOW NOTES: Oftentimes your path in life may get re-routed.  You may lose your way. You may take a turn and all seems lost.  You take another turn and it appears that there is a dead-end.  In this episode, you’ll discover how God is not surprised by detours, in fact, God designs them.  A dead-end is not the end.  A detour is not the finish line.  A roadblock is not im...

SHOW NOTES: You want joy in your life. You want to make a difference in your life. Well, joy isn't found in being first--it's found in putting others first. In this episode you will learn how humility fuels lasting influence and real joy. You will learn from my mistakes and I trust you will find best practices to find greater joy in your life as you serve others. Listen now! LINKS + RESOURCES FROM...

SHOW NOTES: You may have lost your purpose. Life has happened. You started work, met new people, and you have grown as a human being. Life has changed and things have shifted. Do you know your purpose? Or, you may have arrived at a place where you don’t know.  You might be completely unsure of what drives you.  You haven’t given much thought to it recently.  You realize a disconnect...

SHOW NOTES: What does it truly mean to forgive others? If you have been alive for more than five days, then people have probably disappointed, failed, or hurt you. As a result, you are left with the challenge of whether you are going to forgive them. In this episode, discover how to forgive others even when it's difficult. When you receive the life-changing forgiveness of Jesus, you can extend tha...