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Timing is Everything “An unreliable messenger stumbles into trouble, but a reliable messenger brings healing” (Proverbs 13:17). American History X is an epic tale of a young boy named Danny who is greatly influenced by his brother Derek, a social revolutionary. Derek is portrayed as being both a leader and a supreme messenger. Although the words he spoke were powerful, the message he put forth encouraged hate. Danny, a product of his environment, was captivated to follow in his brother’s footsteps. Derek’s negative influence caused Danny to have a jaded perception of reality. Danny’s mind, body and soul became saturated in hate. After Derek’s life experience in jail, he realized the effects he had on his followers and his family was wrong, but he was just a little to late. His hatred cost him Danny, a confused teen who just looked up to his older brother. Timing is everything and Derek was just off with his timing. Derek assumed a God like persona and was adored not just by Danny but also by hundreds of young adults. He was able to influence these peopl