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Counting the Cost – The Story of Ray Sparklingeyes (Cree)

Ray grew up in northern Alberta.  As a young man he loved ball games, dances, and the pleasures of life – but nothing seemed to satisfy him.  Around that time one of his friends became a Christian and the changes in his life were unmistakable. Ray began to crave what his friend had. But the…

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“The only place I could go was to God” – One man’s battle and victory over anger – The Story of Don Shugak (Sugpiaq)

Don grew up in Old Harbor, Alaska, where he survived the 1964 tidal wave that swept over the village. More importantly, it was there where Jesus saved him from his sins. But that didn’t mean his life was free of trouble. Don was raised with an angry father, and that left deep wounds in his…

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A Story of God’s Faithfulness – The testimony of Tom Claus (Mohawk)

On March 9, 2013, Tom Claus, evangelist, teacher, and founder of CHIEF went to be with his Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ. He has been greatly missed, but his Godly influence and testimony continue on. Without Reservation is especially grateful for Tom’s help and encouragement. For 10 years Tom warmly welcomed listeners to The Storyteller…

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The Story of Jeff VanEvery (Upper Cayuga)

Here’s a guy who tells it like it is.  And why not?  Jeff has been radically changed.  He grew up in Buffalo, NY where he lived a very rough life.  He used his size and strength to strong-arm people and thought he was unstoppable.  But he wasn’t.  Because of his drinking and anger problem his…

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Using God’s Word to Share the Gospel

God’s Word, the Bible, is the most important tool we can use when sharing the Gospel (Good News) with others.

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No Regrets – The Story of Bill Jackson (Cree)

Bill grew up in the days of residential schools. He recalls giving the school problems so he was not allowed by the authorities to go back. He was dismissed when he was 15. A couple of years later while Bill was walking down the road a young man asked him a question that he wasn’t…

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My Good Works were as Filthy Rags – The Testimony of Richard Stevens (Ahtna/Eyak)

Richard grew up in a time and place where living off the land was how his people survived… even if it meant eating porcupine.  Missionaries came to his Alaskan village and started a church.  One Friday night his older brother heard the Gospel and was saved.  Immediately, his life changed and Richard saw it.  He…

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Claudia’s answered prayer for an abandoned baby boy

Have you ever wondered if God hears your prayers? Perhaps you’ve brought something to Him in faith but it seems there’s been no response. Although there are reasons why God may choose not to respond – like sin or His perfect will – there are also times when He is answering, but we’re just not…

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“I’m Free” – Allen Early is Finally Home

On May 1, 2018, Allen Early (San Carolos Apache) went home to be with the One who rescued him and set him free. Allen’s life was a wonderful example of the truth we read in 2 Corinthians 5:17 – Therefore if any man be in Christ, he is a new creature: old things are passed…

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“Hate, that’s all we knew.” How an Alaskan Native’s quest for revenge ended in love. The Story of Jim Rickteroff

Jim grew up being hated, abused, and very angry… and so it wasn’t long before he was bent on getting revenge. He trained in martial arts, preparing for the day when he would meet his abusers again. Jim was hot on the trail of one in Anchorage, but he was elusive. Then something incredible happened…

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