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step 5: how to think governmentally

Posted on June 29, 2006 by

When you see this title you probably immediately think of civil government, maybe even specifically federal government. When you think governmentally it means something else altogether. To think governmentally is to always be conscious of “who or what is directing, regulating, controlling or restraining” (see Webster’s 1828 dictionary for complete definition). This changes the way you live in the world. And we will explore how your philosophy of government is your philosophy of education. There … read on, my friend…

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Step 4: what Biblical Principle Approach is not

Posted on June 27, 2006 by

This is an interesting topic, no? Here are some things that Mr. Rose highlights are not found in the BPA. (The scriptures I have added to demonstrate these as principles in God’s Word.) BPA is not: the teacher dominating the subject or student. But when he, the Spirit of truth, comes, he will guide you into all truth. John 16:13 If the Holy Spirit is gentle to guide, we are to be also. encouraging adults … read on, my friend…

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step 3: 7 distinctions of Biblical Principle Approach

Posted on June 23, 2006 by

I am so glad that Mr. Rose articulated these because they are all reasons I love this method. He is so wise! I have paraphrased them here. To read them, see A Guide to American Christian Education, p. 5. Christianity and HisStory are intertwined. It is restorative of Christian scholarship (Joel 2:25). It harmonizes student and subject with Biblical truths (Eccl. 4:12). It demonstrates unity with diversity among subjects and students. It reveals Biblical origins … read on, my friend…

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step 2: defining BPA, 7 principles and 4-R’ing

Posted on June 22, 2006 by

Step 2 of the 12 steps in Mr. Rose’s book involve reading a short overview of the seven principles of America’s Christian history and government and what it means to 4-R. I will go into the seven principles in much more detail as the  study goes on, so I will only list them in this post. Biblical Principle Approach refers to: rediscovery and reinstatement of principles on which the character of our country was built. … read on, my friend…

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Step one: Key to BPA is the heart

Posted on June 21, 2006 by

This post is on the first of 12 steps Mr. Rose recommends to renew your mind and formulate your philosophy of education. This book has done more to help me in my home educating journey than all other books combined (sans Bible) so I am really excited to do this study. If you want to join us, visit GACEstudy.  See “A Guide to American Christian Education” (GACE) p. 118 for all the steps and reading list. Step one is … read on, my friend…

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