Natives Follow Jesus

Daron Butler
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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 every week where you can find positive and encouraging content as you seek to follow Jesus as best as you can. Daron Butler is the host of this weekly show where episodes drop every Monday morning at 6am. Daron is a full-blooded Navajo. His Navajo family are followers of Jesus spanning three generations. He has served as a pastor in the local church and serves as Hospice Chaplain in his community presently. He has over 30 years experience in serving many people groups. Episode segments will highlight native cultural insights, devotions from the Bible, prayer for you as you follow Jesus among your own people and amid the cultures of the world, and spotlighting indigenous followers of Jesus who are seeking to be a mission force. There will be bonus episodes where Daron will interview other Natives who are following Jesus. You will gain perspective from their personal journey and you will find inspiration to keep following Jesus. Daron intends to offer you insight, inspiration, and community on your spiritual journey as you follow Jesus. Why this podcast? I find that those who follow Jesus as a Native American or First Nations disciple span a wide spectrum of locations. Some are from the USA and others are from CANADA. You may be someone who is from the reservation (or reserve) or from the city. You might be full-blooded or part-blooded. You may have started following Jesus while immersed in your native culture or you found Jesus yet are curious about your native background. You may be someone who speaks your native language fluently or one who can’t say any words in the tongue of your ancestors. You may have many questions unanswered. Daron invites you to join him on your spiritual quest to follow Jesus. He wants to connect with you, offer a prayer for you, and to suggest ways for you to keep following Jesus as a Native person. So what are you waiting for? Engage with him on Instagram @nativesfollowjesus Please tell your friends that the show is available to listen to for free in any app that supports podcasts. Remember, "Wherever you are, God sees you. You are NOT alone! Keep following Jesus!"

  1. 8H AGO

    Songs and Stories That Endure--Preserving faith through culture, art, and memory

    SHOW NOTES: Songs and stories have always been central to Native identity. They carry memory, meaning, and truth across generations. As followers of Jesus, we have an opportunity to preserve something even deeper—our faith. This episode explores how our songs, stories, and creative expression can point to God and shape future generations. As we approach the National Day of Prayer, we’re reminded that our voices matter. Prayer is part of the story God is writing through us. Take a moment this week to reflect: What story are you passing down? 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 @nativesfollowjesusSend me an email at nativefollowsjesus@gmail.com to connect with me or to ask me a question. Thanks. Check out the story of Raye from Relevant Magazine article here. Thanks to Emily Brown for writing about Raye's spiritual journey. Listen to Raye's album, This Music May Contain Hope. Watch Nick Vujcici's testimony and be inspired to live for Jesus. Nick was born without limbs and struggled with his life circumstance. Watch and live for Jesus. Be encouraged with the life of a Native Who Follows Jesus, Layla Curtis, Navajo. Follow her and encourage her in her faith in Jesus. Layla and her team, Tuba City Lady Warriors, won the Arizona State Basketball Championship. Layla seeks to follow Jesus everyday. Give a review of this podcast on Podchaser.com Join us for the next episode when you can find encouragement from the women who have walked long with Jesus on Mother's Day.

    33 min

  2. APR 27

    Episode 80: Planting Seeds for Tomorrow--How Your faith shapes future generations

    SHOW NOTES: Our faith was never meant to stop with our generation—it’s meant to be passed down to the next generation. Psalm 78:4 calls us to tell the next generation about the goodness of God. As Native followers of Jesus, we carry stories, traditions, and faith that can shape the future. The question is: What are you planting today? LINKS + RESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODE: Sign up for the newsletter. Click sign up link, scroll down to email form, complete form, respond to email prompt, and get my newsletter.Follow me on Instagram @nativesfollowjesusSend me an email to share your story or to share a prayer request at nativefollowsjesus@gmail.com to connect with me or to ask me a question. Thanks. Discover the Three Sisters Planting Method explained by Navajo Grandma. She is an elder who is also a gardener. Watch her explanationof the Three Sisters Companion Planting Method here. Read more about how the Three Sisters Planting Method is an indigenous practice passed down for generations as the USDA describes here. Download YouVersion to start a new spiritual practice of prayer and/or Scripture reading. You can find Verse of the Day, daily devotions, daily prayer, and audio bibles from over 2,000 languages. They even offer the Navajo Bible (no audio version). Give a review of this podcast on Podchaser.com Join us for the next episode when we start the conversation about how you can live out your faith through culture, art, and memory.

    31 min

  3. APR 20

    Episode 79: The Secret Garden--A Call to Wise Stewardship of God’s Creation

    SHOW NOTES: As Indigenous followers of Jesus, we understand that the earth is a sacred trust. God created the earth and placed humans in His creation. He asked the First Man and First Woman to take care of the Garden. Let’s explore what it means to wisely steward the care of God’s creation as a follower of Jesus. I do not want you to respond out of guilt, but to act out of a deep-seated love for the Creator of All Things and to care for His creation. Through a faith-based lens, you can move from simple environmentalism to Creation Care. God's Creation is not just a resource to exploit or neglect but a sacred gift that requires responsibility, humility, and love. 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 @nativesfollowjesusSend me an email at nativefollowsjesus@gmail.com to connect with me or to ask me a question. Thanks.Visit Answers in Genesis, an apologetics ministry where they seek to defend Christianity enabling those who follow Jesus to defend their faith and to proclaim the gospel of Jesus Christ effectively. Read how Creation Care is different than simple environmentalism here.Check out Cornwall Alliance. The Cornwall Alliance is a network of evangelical Christian scholars—including theologians, natural scientists, economists, policy experts, and religious leaders—committed to promoting Biblical Earth stewardship, economic development for the poor, and the gospel of Jesus Christ.Read this article from John Collins Rudolf from the New York Times (December 2010) who overviews the concern of Evangelicals in 2010 to not get distracted with environmentalist zeal and lose focus on God and His Gospel.Give a review of this podcast on Podchaser.com Join us for this series where we focus on the legacy that you leave as you look towards the next horizon. You are passing the torch of faith forward to someone else. You are equipping future generations with your walk of faith. Every step you take to follow Jesus is a path for those who follow behind you. Every day you blaze a trail for the next generation.

    38 min

  4. APR 13

    Episode 78: Life After Easter--Living with a Resurrection Mindset

    SHOW NOTES: What happens after Easter? The resurrection of Jesus invites us into a lifelong journey of hope, renewal, and purpose. In this episode of Natives Follow Jesus, we explore how Indigenous followers of Jesus can live with a “resurrection mindset” every day. Join us as we reflect on faith, resilience, and community. 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 @nativesfollowjesusSend me an email at nativefollowsjesus@gmail.com to connect with me or to ask me a question. Thanks.Give a review of this podcast on Podchaser.com Join us for the next episode when you can find out how to balance your faith and your career.

    29 min

  5. APR 6

    Episode 77: The Theology of the Cross--Why the Death and Resurrection of Jesus Changes Everything

    SHOW NOTES: Why did Jesus have to die? And why does His resurrection matter today? In this episode of Natives Follow Jesus, we explore the deep meaning of the cross through an Indigenous lens—connecting suffering, restoration, and new life. This isn’t just theology. It’s transformation. The resurrection means your story is not over. 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 @nativesfollowjesusSend me an email at nativefollowsjesus@gmail.com to connect with me or to ask me a question. Thanks.Give a review of this podcast on Podchaser.com Join us for the next episode when you can discover what it looks like to live with a "resurrection mindset" after the Easter celebration.

    32 min

  6. MAR 30

    Episode 76: Voices from the Garden--Engaging Easter as an Indigenous Follower of Jesus

    SHOW NOTES: What if Easter isn’t just about the empty tomb… but the surrendered heart in the garden? In this episode of Natives Follow Jesus, we enter Gethsemane through dramatic storytelling and Indigenous reflection. Come listen, reflect, and walk with Jesus in the tension before the victory. 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 @nativesfollowjesusSend me an email at nativefollowsjesus@gmail.com to connect with me or to ask me a question. Thanks. Check out Walk The Bible website for how pastors can experience the Holy Land. I thank God for Pastor Bob Fetterhoff and this ministry of Walk the Bible. Give a review of this podcast on Podchaser.com Join us for the next episode as we reflect on Good Friday--why Jesus' death and resurrection are central to your faith.

    29 min

  7. MAR 24

    Episode 75: Everyday Miracles – Recognizing God’s Presence in Ordinary Moments

    SHOW NOTES: When we hear the word “miracle,” we often think of something dramatic. But what if God is moving in ways we overlook every day? In our newest episode of Natives Follow Jesus, we reflect on how to recognize God’s presence in ordinary moments—through conversations, provision, peace, and small acts of grace. Sometimes the miracle isn’t loud. Sometimes it’s quiet and steady. 🎧 Listen now: Everyday Miracles – Recognizing God’s Presence in Ordinary Moments. 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 @nativesfollowjesusSend me an email at nativefollowsjesus@gmail.com to connect with me or to ask me a question. Thanks.Peruse "When God Winks At You: How God speaks directly to you through the power of Coincidences, by Squire Rushnell here. He offers a unique take on the biblical truth that God orchestrates circumstances to meet needs and direct paths.Give a review of this podcast on Podchaser.com Join us for the next episode when you can celebrate Easter with greater devotion this year.

    32 min

  8. MAR 16

    Episode 74: Following Jesus in the Digital Age – Navigating Online Spaces with Integrity

    SHOW NOTES: Today we’re talking about something that touches nearly every part of our lives: the digital world. Phones. Social media. Online conversations. For many of us, these spaces are where we learn, connect, argue, laugh, and sometimes struggle. But here’s an important question: What does it mean to follow Jesus in digital spaces? How do we bring integrity, humility, and wisdom online as Native believers? Listen to this episode to discover best practices for navigating the digital world. 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 @nativesfollowjesusSend me an email at nativefollowsjesus@gmail.com to connect with me or to ask me a question. Thanks.Follow Layla Curtis, Navajo who loves Jesus and plays basketball for the Tuba City Lady Warriors in Tuba City, AZ on Facebook. Check out her Facebook page here. Follow Layla @laylacurtis32 on Instagram.Check out the best practices for using the digital space as evangelism from the Jesus Project here. Peruse also the best practices from Karen Swallow Prior on Research LifeWay who shares "9 Ways to Make Social Media More Christian." Give a review of this podcast on Podchaser.com Join us for the next episode when you hear how everyday miracles emerge in your life from time to time and how God's presence makes ordinary moments miraculous.

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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 every week where you can find positive and encouraging content as you seek to follow Jesus as best as you can. Daron Butler is the host of this weekly show where episodes drop every Monday morning at 6am. Daron is a full-blooded Navajo. His Navajo family are followers of Jesus spanning three generations. He has served as a pastor in the local church and serves as Hospice Chaplain in his community presently. He has over 30 years experience in serving many people groups. Episode segments will highlight native cultural insights, devotions from the Bible, prayer for you as you follow Jesus among your own people and amid the cultures of the world, and spotlighting indigenous followers of Jesus who are seeking to be a mission force. There will be bonus episodes where Daron will interview other Natives who are following Jesus. You will gain perspective from their personal journey and you will find inspiration to keep following Jesus. Daron intends to offer you insight, inspiration, and community on your spiritual journey as you follow Jesus. Why this podcast? I find that those who follow Jesus as a Native American or First Nations disciple span a wide spectrum of locations. Some are from the USA and others are from CANADA. You may be someone who is from the reservation (or reserve) or from the city. You might be full-blooded or part-blooded. You may have started following Jesus while immersed in your native culture or you found Jesus yet are curious about your native background. You may be someone who speaks your native language fluently or one who can’t say any words in the tongue of your ancestors. You may have many questions unanswered. Daron invites you to join him on your spiritual quest to follow Jesus. He wants to connect with you, offer a prayer for you, and to suggest ways for you to keep following Jesus as a Native person. So what are you waiting for? Engage with him on Instagram @nativesfollowjesus Please tell your friends that the show is available to listen to for free in any app that supports podcasts. Remember, "Wherever you are, God sees you. You are NOT alone! Keep following Jesus!"

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  • Creator
    Daron Butler
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    82
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2026 Daron Butler
  • Show Website
    Natives Follow Jesus