Jun 6
2023
Surrender Your Child Back to God
“Surrender Your Child Back to God” speaks directly to hurting parents of prodigal children, using the parable of the prodigal son to offer hope and direction. The article urges parents to stop trying to control their child’s repentance and instead surrender the child to God, confess personal sin, and pursue Christ wholeheartedly. It emphasizes that salvation belongs to God alone and encourages parents to focus on worship, discipleship, and the broader mission of making disciples.
In his article "The Pervasive Influence of Unbelief: Helping Parents Navigate the Difficulty of Unanswered Prayers," Jim Farrington addresses the challenges parents face when their prayers for their LGBT-identified children seem unanswered. He acknowledges the frustration and confusion that can arise, leading to a crisis of faith. Farrington emphasizes the importance of identifying and confessing any unbelief that may take root during these times. He encourages parents to remain steadfast in their faith, trust in God's timing, and continue seeking Him, even when outcomes are uncertain. 
“Dangerous Affirmation: The Threat of ‘Gay Christianity’” by M.D. Perkins exposes how efforts to reconcile Christian faith with homosexuality are reshaping theology, biblical interpretation, and church life. The book reveals strategies used by LGBT activists—rethinking doctrine, identity, and the meaning of church—to influence even conservative congregations. Perkins aims to equip believers with biblical clarity, urging steadfastness amid shifting values and controversial teachings. The message calls Christians to recognize spiritual challenges and respond with conviction, compassion, and commitment to God’s Word.
First Stone Ministries honors the life of Robert Jeffrey Janes, who served as director from 1991, helping transform the ministry into a full-time pastoral care organization serving the sexually and relationally broken. Jeff and his wife Lezlie brought structure, staff, and compassion to First Stone before moving to Israel in 2000 to plant a counseling ministry there. A kidney transplant recipient, ordained minister, and licensed counselor, Jeff passed away on April 10, 2022, leaving behind a wife, daughter, and a deeply grateful ministry family.
There have many studies to try and prove that people are born gay. NONE have given results, although much speculation in the media and from Hollywood since Simon LeVay's terrible study results released in 1991. A new study of a Human Genome-Wide Association Study of the largest sample ever to date, almost 500,000 reveal NO ONE IS BORN GAY!
In this scholarly article shared by First Stone Ministries, Dr. Robert A. J. Gagnon of Houston Baptist University systematically dismantles the argument that the Greek word arsenokoitai in 1 Corinthians 6:9 refers only to the molestation of boys. Drawing on Levitical law, early Jewish writings, linguistic evidence, and the broader New Testament context, Gagnon demonstrates that the term broadly prohibits all male-male sexual intercourse. He concludes that recent revisionist interpretations reflect a lack of biblical scholarship rather than sound exegesis.
“In His Image” is a documentary created to help churches navigate pressing cultural questions about gender, sexuality, and Christian faith. The film addresses questions like “Can you be gay and be a Christian?” and “Did God make me this way?” by combining personal testimonies, scriptural teaching, and scientific insights. Produced by American Family Studios, it seeks to confront the rise of LGBT-affirming theology, advocate a biblical approach to sexuality, and provide practical, compassionate support for those wrestling with sexual and relational struggles.
“The War on Gender,” published by First Stone Ministries, analyzes the cultural and legal shifts around gender identity through a conservative biblical lens. The article critiques gender-affirming treatments and transgender ideology, referencing studies challenging their efficacy. It argues that modern gender discourse conflicts with Christian teachings on male and female identity, warning of societal and spiritual consequences. First Stone Ministries ultimately calls for a return to traditional biblical views on gender and sexuality for individual and societal wellbeing.
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.
“Reconciliation” follows the powerful true story of a gay son seeking to mend his fractured relationship with his devout Christian father. The film documents the emotional and spiritual journey both undertake as they confront painful memories, beliefs, and misunderstandings. Through candid dialogue and faith-driven introspection, the pair navigate conflict and explore the possibilities of healing and renewed relationship. The documentary ultimately highlights hope, mutual respect, and the transformative power of love and faith in overcoming even the deepest relational divides.