-Matthew 20:16

At the heart of this vision lies a commitment to reparations and inspiring young Indigenous men to embrace the teachings and practices deeply ingrained in their own First Nations communities—those intricately tied to the land, its rhythms, and its sustenance. These very practices have already long been adapted to the western mind and are found in the many variations of the 12 Step fellowships of Bill W have already contributed greatly to the healing of hundreds of thousands. Here, the focus shifts towards recovering a more authentic connection to God, Ourselves, and each other for a love of labor in doing Gods work through sustainable methods of agriculture, conscious wild harvesting, outdoor recreating, community activities, and the many ways of profound stewardship and protection of women, children, mother nature, and perhaps most importantly in these tumultuous times of great change… The stewardship of other men, by men!

These are not mere techniques; they are embodiments of a profound connection to God only available to Men through fair based stewardship practices, passed down through generations with reverence and care, rooted in faith the creator will never abandon us so we only take what we need. In this journey towards reconciliation and unity, the goal is not merely to adopt practices but to foster a holistic understanding—a symbiotic relationship between humanity and nature, where every action is imbued with intention and respect for all of His Creation. It's about recognizing that the wisdom of stewardship, community, and generational healing and the possibility they have been that last to be forced to leave the “Garden of Eden” so they may be the First to lead humanity back because of their authentic holistic understanding of God resides within the very fabric of First Nations cultures… and it always has… was only lost to Babel. 

Through this bridge-building endeavor, we aim to honor and amplify the voices of First Nations peoples, recognizing their unparalleled expertise in healing generational trauma through intentional custodianship of the land, all of its creatures, community, and connection to God. The many metaphors found in the work for an abundant life provide a baseline that is in harmony with His creation which beckons us home. By integrating their knowledge with the collective wisdom of the broader Christian community by translating their wisdom into the language of Western Mental Health Theory and Modern Medical Science with supportive Biblical correlation, We envision a harmonious tapestry—one where the last are made first, where humility paves the path to greatness, and where the Earth and All of its inhabitants thrive in harmony.

As we embark on this journey, guided by the spirit of unity and mutual respect, let us remember the words of Matthew 19:30—not as a declaration of hierarchy, but as a testament to the transformative power of embracing diversity, humility, and collective stewardship of everyone and everything that is a part of God’s creation. In this convergence of cultures and faiths, lies the promise of a brighter, more sustainable future for all because it is through this convergence that a clearer image of God and our place in His creation emerges. May men rise to be the fierce warriors of love and protection for our children, women, elderly, and all of His Creation.

Rise Kings!

                                                                   - Jeffrey Melick Smith 2024