P is for Principled - Ben and Me

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For the past several months, I have been going to school. Momschool, that is.

Momschool is a small group led by my mentor, where we are learning to apply the Principle Approach method to our homeschools. In theory, the mom learns what needs to be taught and then becomes the textbook for her students. It’s an intensive process in Mom education, but it’s importance is worth every moment invested.

I still have so much to learn, but since I will be talking more about the Principle Approach on my blog in the coming year(s), I thought I’d give you all a quick intro.

Education alone today will determine the type of government, the quality of culture, the influence of the Church, and the economy of our nation tomorrow.

PROMISE, n. In Scripture, the promise of God is the declaration or assurance which God has given in his word of bestowing blessings on his people. Such assurance resting on the perfect justice, power, benevolence and immutable veracity of God, cannot fail of performance.

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By the time your students reach middle school, they have formed the foundation for what they believe. It is imperative that we as parents bestow on our children an education based on the principles of self-government and a Biblical worldview. Eighty percent of Christians are lacking a Biblical worldview.

Did you hear that?

80% of CHRISTIANS lack a Biblical worldview!

Is that as disheartening for you as it is for me?

Over the years, I have heard many reasons why families choose to homeschool. Everything from providing a better education, to problems with bullying, to not wanting their children taught about evolution. Talk to 10 homeschool moms and you’re likely to get 10 different reasons

But I maintain that there is only one reason — to teach and disciple our kids, in obedience to God’s command to do so.

I also hear a lot of discussion about what subjects to teach. Apart from the 3Rs, everyone is worried they won’t cover everything — art, science, music, knitting . . .

But I maintain that the only subjects which are important are those which equip our kids for service for God. And that every subject we teach our kids needs to be undergirded with God’s Word.

Yes, even math.

This is what the Principle Approach does. This is why I am struggling through trying to learn all that I can. If I’m going to be Ben’s textbook, I’m going to be the Charlotte Mason type — a walking living book!

Is your interest piqued at all? There will be many posts coming in the next few months, so I’ll just leave you with this for now — it’s the cornerstone of the Principle Approach:

Each Principle Builds on the One Before

Where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is Liberty.

2 Corinthians 3:17

God’s Principle of Individuality

Doctrinal Application: Our God is Himself an Individual who made us in His image for a providential purpose.
Personal Application: My unique individuality has a purposeful destiny that can only be fulfilled through Christ’s redemption.

The Principle of Christian Self-Government

Doctrinal Application: Knowing God through Christ teaches me to obey Him and enjoy liberty with law.
Personal Application: I am only properly self-governed when governed by Christ.

The Principle of Christian Character

Doctrinal Application: As my character is forged by Christ, I reach my fullest expression and enjoy harmony with others.
Personal Application: My character predicts the success and happiness of fulfilling my destiny.

Conscience is the Most Sacred Property

Doctrinal Application: Righteous law protects life and property; consent is the title to conscience.
Personal Application: My stewardship of property, both internal and external, has consequences.

The Christian Form of Our Government

Doctrinal Application: The form of government proven to best protect life and property is a Christian constitutional federal republic.
Personal Application: As I learn to think governmentally, I can balance the three powers of government to avert the tyranny of self in my personal conduct.

Planting the Seed of Local Self-Government

Doctrinal Application: Education is the cause to effect multi-generational maintenance of a Christian republic.
Personal Application: I continually sow seeds in my thought, speech and action; consequently I continually reap the results.

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