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Matthew 10:19

First Nations Version

“When this happens, do not be afraid or worry about what you will say or how you will say it.

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But Our Honored Chief stood with me and gave me strength, so that through me the Outside Nations would hear the whole good story. I was set free from the mouth of the lion.


“When they drag you into their gathering houses and before government rulers, do not worry how to defend yourselves or what to say.


If wisdom is needed, ask the Great Spirit, for he freely gives wisdom to all who ask and never holds back.


There is no need to say, ‘What will we eat? What will we drink? What will we wear?’


“This is why I am telling you not to be troubled about getting enough to eat or drink, or what to wear. Is eating, drinking and clothing yourself all there is? Does your life not have more meaning than this?


Do not let your hearts be weighed down with anything. Instead, with every step you take, send your voice to the Great Spirit, asking him for the things you need. And in all your prayers remember to give him thanks.


Even though they stood against Many Feathers (Stephen) with strong words, they were not strong enough to defeat the wisdom given to him by the Spirit.


So do not worry about tomorrow’s troubles. It is enough to trust Creator to give you the strength you need to face today.


You will also be dragged before government rulers and leaders—all because you are representing me—and in this way through you both the tribes of Wrestles with Creator (Israel) and the People of Iron (Romans) will hear my message.


When that time comes, the Holy Spirit will give you the words to speak.”





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