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In this video testimony posted by First Stone Ministries, Stephen Black recounts how childhood victimization and adolescent experiences led him into a homosexual lifestyle marked by compulsion and confusion. Drawing from his personal journey, Stephen describes how faith in Jesus Christ brought genuine transformation and freedom. His testimony serves as a message of hope for those struggling with unwanted same-sex attraction, pointing to the power of the Gospel to heal and restore a life of holiness.

In this January 2016 message shared at Abundant Grace Community Church in Gainesville, Florida, ordained minister Stephen Black draws on his personal testimony to explore how the Word of God brings salvation and transformation. Grounding his message in key scriptures — including Psalm 107:20, Mark 4:1–20, and 1 Peter 1:21–23 — Black reflects on the saving and healing power of Scripture, particularly for those seeking freedom from homosexuality and sexual brokenness through faith in Jesus Christ.

​In his article "So-Called 'Gay Marriage' is No Marriage at All," Stephen Black of First Stone Ministries argues that attending same-sex weddings implies endorsement of unions he believes are contrary to biblical teachings. He contends that such ceremonies represent "defiling covenants" and advises Christians to refrain from participation to maintain their faith's integrity.

In this article, Stephen Black calls on Church leaders to reject the growing trend of affirming "gay Christian" identities and same-sex attraction as legitimate orientations. He argues that genuine love requires both mercy and justice — not compromise — and that true grace is always transformational. Drawing on Scripture and the example of Christ, Black warns that embracing cheap grace theology ultimately harms the very people the Church claims to love, leaving them in spiritual bondage rather than leading them to freedom.

​In "The Gospel According to Jesus Christ and the 'Gay Christian?'," Stephen Black of First Stone Ministries argues that the concept of 'gay Christianity' is inconsistent with biblical teachings. He emphasizes that the gospel calls for repentance from all forms of sin, including homosexual behavior, and warns against teachings that suggest one can maintain a homosexual identity while being a faithful Christian. Black underscores the necessity of adhering to scriptural truths and cautions against adopting man-made theologies that, in his view, compromise the integrity of the gospel.

“Why Many Go Back: Giving Some Answers Why Defectors Embrace Homosexuality” analyzes reasons why certain individuals revert to homosexuality after professing change through Christian faith. First Stone Ministries contrasts those who remain steadfast in repentance with those who adopt a “Christian” gay identity. The article explores personal motivations, societal pressures, and theological confusion contributing to returns. It emphasizes the importance of spiritual vision and biblical conviction for lasting transformation, warning of cultural narratives that undermine perseverance in traditional Christian sexual ethics.

“Weapons of Spiritual Warfare,” compiled by Stephen Black for First Stone Ministries, teaches believers how to effectively combat spiritual opposition using God-given resources. Drawing from passages like 2 Corinthians 10 and 1 Peter 5, the article highlights core tools: relying on God’s Word, using prayer, operating in the gifts of the Holy Spirit, and demonstrating love. It encourages memorizing Scripture, standing firm in faith, and leveraging spiritual gifts for protection, healing, and Christlike victory over every trial and attack.

This article from First Stone Ministries puts human faces to the ministry's work, sharing brief testimonies from men and women whose lives were shaped by childhood sexual abuse, neglect, and identity confusion. From Steven and Stephen to Kim, Linda, and others, each story reflects a common thread — wounds that followed children into adulthood. Through discipleship, Living Waters, and the Father heart of God, First Stone walks alongside these individuals as Jesus heals what was broken and restores what was lost.

“Why They Fall” discusses the tragic reality of spiritual and moral failures among Christian leaders and believers. The article explores how hidden sin, pride, neglect of spiritual disciplines, and a lack of accountability lead to public scandals and personal breakdowns. Drawing on biblical principles, First Stone Ministries urges transparency, repentance, and humble reliance on God’s grace as safeguards against stumbling. The piece encourages individuals and churches to foster honest community, diligent prayer, and unwavering commitment to Jesus for enduring faithfulness.

In this Pure Passion episode shared by First Stone Ministries, Stephen Black recounts how an absent father and repeated childhood sexual abuse shaped his homosexual identity — and how surrender to Jesus Christ brought transformation and peace. Host David Kyle Foster explains the two most common causal factors in male homosexual confusion, while Andy Reese of the Freedom Resource offers encouragement that Satan's attacks target the very gifts God placed in each person — and that nothing can stop God's redemptive purposes in a surrendered life.