Ghostdancer Shadley

Child, I know that you face many troubles in this land. Creator Yahweh told us this would happen for as long as we walk in the world. But he also promised that he would give us strength to break through to the other side. He walks with us on this path and he has gone before. He knows every step of the way.

If you lack wisdom on this, if you don’t understand why he has allowed these troubles to touch your life, then ask Creator Yahweh for wisdom. But when you ask, you must believe and not doubt that he will give you this gift in his perfect time, otherwise you will doubt and be like a wave of the sea, blown and tossed by the wind.
Asking for wisdom does not mean that you will get the answer to all of your questions. But it does mean that you will receive a peace that passes your mind’s understanding. This peace will help you to persevere under trial and lead you into the path of pure joy.

Eagle People … Today’s reading is James 1:1-12. Pleya gi. “Go with Blessings

(Photo Sandy Cathcart of Casey Church at Wiconi Family Camp, 2008)

Warriors, work at loving one another. Do not let even a hint of bitterness take root in your heart. Take every unkind thought to Creator Yahweh, who knows the thoughts of all humans. Receive his gift of soul sight and see your relatives the way he sees them, as worthy of being loved and honored. Approve the good you see in one another. Then, when the Day of Trouble comes you will be able to stand together, strong in the might of Yahweh!

If someone truly is evil, then throw arrows of love at them; they will either come alongside you on the good way or they will receive the vengeance that only Creator Yahweh is able to give in true justice.

Pray for one another and share all good things. Give water to the thirsty and food to the hungry. In this way you will make the path easier for your children to follow and it will go well with you and your children for many generations in the land Creator Yahweh your God gives you for all time. This is a promise he has given and he will not be late in its fulfillment.

Eagle People … Today’s reading is Deuteronomy 4:39-40. Pleya gi. “Go with Blessings.”

(Photo by Sandy Cathcart, Wiconi Family Camp, 2008)

“I will sing of the love of Yahweh forever; with my songs I will make His faithfulness known to all my children. I will declare that His love stands firm forever. His faithfulness is established and unshakable.”

The heavens praise the wonders of Creator Yahweh, they speak of his faithfulness to all the holy ones. For who in the skies above can compare with Yahweh? Who is like him among the heavenly beings? He is above all, beyond all, before all and in all. He rules over the surging sea. With one word He stills the mighty waves. With one swish of his strong arm he scatters his enemies. With one touch he calms the troubled soul. The heavens are his and swiftly answer his command. The earth is also his for he created the world and all that is in it.

It is good to trust in such a One as this. “Only be careful, and watch yourselves closely so that you do not forget the things your eyes have seen or let them slip from your heart as long as you live. Teach them to your children and to their children after them.” Deuteronomy 4:9 (NIV)

Eagle People … Today’s reading is Psalm 89:1-13. Pleya gi. “Go with Blessings.”

(Photo by Sandy Cathcart, Wiconi Powwow, 2008)

Taamtgi, child, “be still.” Creator Yahweh’s righteousness covers you. Rest and read the Sacred Writings until his whispered voice washes through your mind and sinks deep into your heart, birthing hope where despair has taken hold.

This battle you face is not an Indian battle, not one that was lost over a hundred years ago. This battle began back in Eden, back in the beginning of time when brother Adam made the first wrong choice. This battle has already been won, two thousand years ago when Creator Yahweh took on flesh and conquered sin and death.

Let peace fall over you as you enter a world where all is made right. Ride beside your Chief and Captain, both mounted on winged horses, flying on the wind. The battle cry is called, but your scabbard is empty. The Sword is in the Captain’s hand.

Eagle People … Today’s reading is Jeremiah 15:11-21. Pleya gi. “Go with Blessings.”

(Photo by Sandy Cathcart of Sacred Writings, eagle feather, crown of thorns carried from Israel, and sage. The red tale hawk feather stands for healing, the sage prayer, the crown of thorns Christ’s sacrifice. Jesus died so we could be forgiven, healed, and have a personal relationship with Him our Creator.)

Child, remember those earlier days after you received the light, when you stood your ground in a great contest in the face of suffering. You felt strong then, invincible. You knew Spirit power was enough. You could face any enemy, no matter how great or strong or how many arrows they threw at you. You joyfully accepted the loss of all your earthly treasures, because you knew the supreme joy of real spiritual treasure that far surpasses all else. This newfound joy carried you through every sorrow.

Remember that joy now while you are still in the secret place on the Sacred Mountain. Cling to it as a treasure you never want to lose. This will help you to stand strong when insults are hurled your way, and this joy will help equip you with all the things a true warrior needs to protect the ones he loves.

Do not throw away your confidence! What Creator Yahweh has promised he will do. Do not be of those who shrink back and are destroyed but instead join the joyful assembly of fellow warriors who believe and are saved. Yahweh. Yahweh. Yahweh. He is forever faithful

Eagle People … Today’s reading is Hebrews 10:32-39. Pleya gi. “Go with Blessings.”

(Photo: Smithsonian Institution/Foter NMAI 2005 Powwow)