Natives Follow Jesus

By Daron Butler

The Natives Follow Jesus podcast recognizes that following Jesus as Native American / First Nation disciples is getting more and more challenging. You don’t have to follow Jesus all alone. Join me e... more

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The podcast currently has 59 episodes available.

Natives Follow Jesus episodes:

November 24, 2025Episode 58: Walking Forward in Faith — Vision for the Next Year
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“A vision is not just a picture of what could be; it is an appeal to our better selves, a call to become something more,” a quote from Rosabeth Moss Kanter, Harvard Professor
My vision for this Podcast is for you to discover who you could be; an appeal to be better yourself, a call to become something more—someone more like Jesus.
In Indigenous communities, vision is scarce. To walk the good road is unclear and seemingly impossible. This episode looks forward with anticipation, inviting you and this community into the next chapter of the journey for the Natives Follow Jesus Podcast while giving thanks to God, the Creator for every story and step so far.
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Discover the quote from Rosabeth Moss Kanter here.
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Join us for the next episode when you will join Daron for an Advent Season series on the Power of Prayer.
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37min
November 17, 2025Episode 57: Looking Back with Gratitude--One Year of Native Follows Jesus
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In Indigenous communities, gratitude isn’t only taught—it’s expressed and modeled. Elders teach by example, and by presence, and by passing on what it means to walk the good road. This episode celebrates the one-year journey of the Natives Follow Jesus Podcast and give thanks to God, the Creator for every story and step so far.
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Honor the life and legacy of my friend Arlen Melendez--fellow board member serving with me for CHIEF and renowned leader of the Reno-Sparks Indian Colony in Reno, Nevada. here. Read also his tribute from the NCAI, National Association of American Indians here.
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Join us for the next episode where I offer a vision for the year ahead in 2026.
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30min
November 10, 2025Episode 56: Passing on Wisdom – Teaching Faith Through Storytelling and Example
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Faith is meant to be shared—not just with words, but with life. In this episode of Natives Follow Jesus, we explore how storytelling and example carry faith across generations. Listen and learn how to pass on wisdom that lasts.
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Hear how powerful story remains among Indigenous people. Listen to the story of Katha (Catherine) Lafferty here. Thanks to TedXVictoria for posting this testimony. You can teach in story too.
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Join us for the next episode when you will join me for the next series about Prayer.
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41min
November 03, 2025Episode 55: Dreams, Visions, and Discernment – Understanding Spiritual Experiences in a Jesus-Centered Way
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Do dreams and visions still matter? In this episode of Natives Follow Jesus, we explore how God speaks through spiritual experiences—and how to discern His voice with wisdom rooted in Scripture and Native tradition. Listen and learn to walk in the Spirit with clarity and peace.
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Join us for the next episode when you can find out how to balance your faith and your career.
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38min
October 30, 2025Spirit Realities – A Native Christian Caution about Halloween
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As Native followers of Jesus, we know the spirit world is real. In this special episode, we talk about why discernment matters during Halloween and how to honor Creator while guarding our hearts and homes. Listen and walk wisely.
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Join us for the next episode when you can understand spiritual experiences in a Jesus-centered way.
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33min
October 27, 2025Episode 53: Listening Hearts – Learning to Hear the Holy Spirit’s Voice in Silence and Story
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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.
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Read about hearing God's voice from Ralph F. Wilson who posts bible studies on JesusWalk.com. Read his devotional and best practices here.
One fascinating contrast between the Majority Western Culture and Indigenous Culture is succinctly illustrated in a table created by Lilly Roderick. Find the unique perspectives here.
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Join us for the next episode when you can find out how to discern spiritual experiences of dreams and visions.
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37min
October 20, 2025Episode 52: Walking in Wisdom: How Native Elders embody Godly Wisdom
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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.
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Join us for the next episode when you can discover how to hear the Holy Spirit's voice as you follow Jesus.
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46min
October 13, 2025Episode 51: Indigenous Peoples Day 2025
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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 to email form, complete form, respond to email prompt, and get my newsletter.
Join the movement on Instagram @nativesfollowjesus
Follow CHIEF ministries here. Disclosure: I am on the Board of CHIEF and I endorse the events and ministry opportunities offered by CHIEF.
Follow On Eagles Wings Ministries here. Ron Hutchcraft Ministries equips Native American and First Nation people to follow Jesus better and to encourage and equip Native Followers of Jesus to go to the world to share Christ.
Follow Broken Arrow Bible Rance on Instagram @brokenarrowbibleranch so that you can pray for every summer camping outreach where children from Native American and other cultures are given the opportunity to hear about Jesus.
Check out the National Association of Native Evangelicals, NANE, group who seek to equip, unite, and to encourage Native followers of Jesus to make more and better disciples of Jesus in their own tribal groups and into the world.
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Join us for the next episode when you can find out how you can walk in wisdom, witness, and renewal in your Christian walk.
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33min
October 06, 2025Episode 50: Celebrating the Journey of Natives Follow Jesus
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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.
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Join us for the next episode when you discover how biblical discernment can help you live out an Indigenous life for Jesus.
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32min
September 22, 2025Episode 49: Creation speaks—Hearing God Through Nature and Ceremony
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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.
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Join us for the next episode when we celebrate the 50th episode of Native Follow Jesus!
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35min

FAQs about Natives Follow Jesus:

How many episodes does Natives Follow Jesus have?

The podcast currently has 59 episodes available.