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1 Peter 4:9

First Nations Version

Open your homes to each other and share your food without grumbling.

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Do not forget to be kind and welcoming to strangers, for in this way some have welcomed spirit-messengers without knowing it.


Give what you can to help the sacred family members who are in need. Open your homes and hearts to others.


Do everything without grumbling or arguing.


And do not forget to do good and share with those who are in need, for these are also sacrificial gifts that make Creator’s heart glad.


Instead, they must be willing to open their homes to others, love what is good, and think clearly. With self-discipline, they must walk with a good heart in our sacred ways


Elders like this must be free from accusation, faithful in marriage, clear-minded, self-controlled, honorable, welcoming to strangers, and able to teach others.


So then, my sacred family members, do not grumble against each other or you may be found guilty. Look! The Judge who decides is right outside, ready to come in.


Each of you should give what you have decided in your heart to give. You should not feel forced to give out of guilt because someone is shaming you for not giving. For the Great Spirit loves it when people give with glad hearts.


But I do not want to do anything unless you agree to it. In this way, you will help me willingly and not because you think you must.


Glad Heart (Gaius), who has opened his home not only to me but to all the sacred family, greets you. Much Desired (Erastus), who keeps track of the money pouch for the village, and Fourth Born (Quartus), a member of the sacred family, also greet you.





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