Red Foxes Talking Circle

[GigageiTsula]

How do we, as followers of Jesus, confront and combat racism; not just between the red and white man, but between the colors of mankind?

 

[wolfman544]

Yes, that about sums up my day thus far. Cleaning, cleaning, cleaning, laundry, cleaning, cleaning, laundry and so on. Yuck! But it has to be done.

I was doing that too after work.

1. If you were capable of changing what happened to the American NDNs in the past - how would you change it?

2. If you were capable of bringing peace and reconciliation between the white man and the red man - how would you go about it?

3. How would you confront the poverty, drug and alcohol abuse, and suicides that plague American NDNs today living on a Rez?

How do we, as followers of Jesus, confront and combat racism; not just between the red and white man, but between the colors of mankind?

Those are good questions
at the moment i have no answers

 

[GigageiTsula]

Think about how you can answer the questions.

 

[wolfman544]

Prayer

 

[GigageiTsula]

A very good answer.

 

[4Everloved]

How do we, as followers of Jesus, confront and combat racism; not just between the red and white man, but between the colors of mankind?

Prayer, making eye contact with people of other races instead of just walking by. Reaching out in small ways at first when you see someone every day that is not of your race. Unconditional acceptance. Love. Some more prayer and some more prayer.

Being a peacemaker. Being fair. Refusing to participate in loud, racist conversations where a person will not let up. Walking out of a room where there is a segregation or prejudice. Go somewhere and pray. Go back to the room. Let God lead. He knows. He suffers
as his people suffer because he loves us.

 

[GigageiTsula]

I struggle to find personal time alone with Jesus. And I struggle to be disciplined in my spiritual walk. Too often I focus more on what I am called by the Lord to do than I do focusing on my own spiritual growth. It is my hearts' deepest desire to follow Jesus and then to go make disciples of all indigenous people. I seek to help as many of them become followers of Jesus too. It is my life's mission to bring as many of them to Christ as possible. I want to help bring reconciliation and healing to them so they too may be saved. I am asking for prayer. I am asking the Lord to help me be more disciplined, and yes, more patient. I am also asking for protection against spiritual attack. I am under severe spiritual attack by the deceiver. I am now having to battle against fear, doubt and depression. My confidence and self esteem is at an all time low. I am unable to sleep well and I am restless. I feel I am walking in continous shadows, void of any light. I am struggling to understand why I was led to walk this darkened path. It seems that everything is now working against me instead of for me. My marriage is under spiritual attack. My children have rebellious attitudes and I struggle to cope with this. I mean not to complain. I am not only physically tired and emotionally tired, but I am also spiritually drained. Please remember me in your prayers. Thank you my friends. ​

Spirit Wind​

 

[GigageiTsula]

Prayer, making eye contact with people of other races instead of just walking by. Reaching out in small ways at first when you see someone every day that is not of your race. Unconditional acceptance. Love. Some more prayer and some more prayer.

Being a peacemaker. Being fair. Refusing to participate in loud, racist conversations where a person will not let up. Walking out of a room where there is a segregation or prejudice. Go somewhere and pray. Go back to the room. Let God lead. He knows. He suffers
as his people suffer because he loves us.

That was an excellent answer, my friend.

 

[GigageiTsula]

I cannot help but wonder how I can posssibly move from where I am now to the next step in my spiritual journey. I cannot see the light of the Lord and I do not feel his presence as strongly as I have before.

 

[cristianna]

Those were excellent answers Wolfman and 4Ever!

SpiritWinds my heart breaks reading what you have written. I'll be praying for you.

 

[GigageiTsula]

Thank you Cristianna.

 

[GigageiTsula]

There is great animosity rooted deep in the hearts of many NDNs still. Many despise not only the white man but also what they call 'his' religion, Christianity. We need to pray without ceasing. The more I speak of this the greater the opposition I receive from the deceiver. I know in my heart that Jesus is always with me and that my Great Father will never leave me or forsake me, but I feel alone. I feel as if I am standing in the middle of a fierce battle without any sort of protection or weapons. My armor is worn thin.

 

[cristianna]

If it is of any consolation, the enemy seems to try to sneak in the most when we're doing exactly what God wants us doing (at least in my experience). Remain strong, remain true. The best armor you can put on is a tighter grip on God.

 

[GigageiTsula]

Blessings are the gifts that Creator has bestowed upon you upon your path. Blessings are given through many different forms. When they are given, many of us in this life do not recognize them or give thanks for them. Many times we simply take them for granted. When this occurs, we run the risk of missing opportunities to bless others through our own blessings. Blessings can be talents, gifts, health, family, and so many other things. The biggest blessing we have is life. We must thank Creator every day for the breath we breathe. Always be thankful for all of your blessings. Do not go a day without taking stock what Creator has given you. Share. Give to others…..so that you may sow the seed to bless others. Blessings are what make the circle worthwhile. Count them and hold them. Carry them and share them. Bless the world through your blessing. Shed light into someone else's darkness. Walk in peace and in beauty.

Wakan Tankan Nici Un ~ May the Great Spirit walk with you.

 

[GigageiTsula]

Good morning my friends! I pray each of you has a blessed day today. Please share with me what is going on in your life today. And if you do not mind, please share what our Great Father is doing in your life. What are you thankful for? What is happening in the church you attend? How is your family? Can we pray for you? Many blessings to each of you. I look forward to reading your responses.

Spirit Wind

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[4Everloved]

I like what you said about not taking blessings for granted. It's very easy this day and age to be unthankful.

 

[GigageiTsula]

A very small post. . .

 

[GigageiTsula]

Good morning my friend 4Everloved!

 

[4Everloved]

Good morning, SpiritWinds

 

[cristianna]

Hello everyone!

Today I am thankful for tons of things! Friends, family (although many times I'd like to say the opposite ), small blessings that are disguised until one opens their eyes and so very much more!

Our church is going through serious turmoil right now. It's sad. We attend two. One is trying to refabricate the "contemporary" service, and the other continues to seek a larger congregation.

God is GOOD!