1st Principle Group

As Christians, we are called to live our lives in accordance with God’s Word and to be salt and light in a dark world. We should approach all cultural celebrations with thoughtfulness and a desire to honor God.  While Halloween is a morally gray area and many view this holiday as harmless fun, it’s crucial…

Halloween presents a complex issue for Christians seeking to honor God in all aspects of life, since it requires a nuanced approach and is often a loaded topic, as many cultural issues are.  While not explicitly addressed in Scripture, we can apply biblical principles to guide our approach to this cultural phenomenon. Historical Context Halloween…

Below is a chart with a list of promises that are true of you from the moment you believe the Gospel. You are… Reference fully forgiven Ephesians 1:7, Hebrews 9:14, Colossians 1:14, 1 John 1:9, 1 John 2:12 significant, having been adopted into God’s family according to His will from the beginning of time Ephesians…

Teaching children to glorify God is one of the greatest callings of Christian parenting, and is rooted in Scripture’s clear command to raise children in the “discipline and instruction of the Lord” (Ephesians 6:4). Teach Your Children About God It may seem obvious, but a great way to teach kids about glorifying God is to…

As Christians, we understand that our role as parents is a sacred calling from God. Part of this calling involves discerning how to engage with our children in a way that reflects Christ’s love and wisdom. One often overlooked aspect of this engagement is matching our energy level to our child’s needs and the situation…

Disclaimer:  The intention of this article is not to encourage the reader to diagnose their child or anyone with Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD). NPD should be diagnosed by a qualified therapist.  Unless the child is also suffering from Borderline Personality Disorder the diagnosis of NPD is not made before the age of 18.  The intention…

Disclaimer:  The intention of this article is not to encourage the reader to diagnose their child or anyone with Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD). NPD should be diagnosed by a qualified therapist.  Unless the child is also suffering from Borderline Personality Disorder the diagnosis of NPD is not made before the age of 18.  The intention…

Disclaimer: If you or someone you love is in imminent danger, call 911 immediately.  The following is general advice and is not a substitute for professional help or medical advice. As followers of Christ, we believe that every life is precious and created with purpose. If you or someone you love is battling suicidal thoughts,…

Disclaimer: If you or someone you love is in imminent danger, call 911 immediately.  The following is general advice and is not a substitute for professional help or medical advice. In our last blog post, we looked at what to do if you are in imminent danger of self-harm, and some steps you can take…

Disclaimer: If you or someone you love is in imminent danger, call 911 immediately.  The following is general advice and is not a substitute for professional help or medical advice. In the first blog post of this two-part series, we are going to go over what to do if you are suicidal.  If you’re experiencing…