ACH Study GroupsStudent Comments
Are you an alumnus of one of our programs or the parent of an alumnus? Submit your comment about the course!
February 2012
Taking the PAG online course was like getting my first pair of prescription glasses. Now I see the Principles popping up in things that I read, view on tv, or in conversations; prior to this I would have missed them and their significance. I am also now much more aware of ideas that are antithetical to the Principles!
We have an invaluable treasure available to us in the original source documents that the Founders produced, as well as the individuals who influenced and inspired the Founders. For me, Mr. Gilmore has opened the treasure vault and set me on a path to learn even more. God bless you!
Dale Lawrence
[PAG Alumni - along with his Wife, Son, and Daughter]
Elverta, California
December 2011
Thank you so much for this valuable course. I cannot express enough how much it blessed me. This course is indeed a life changer and as a high school student it is a solid foundation for beginning my life journey. This course is not for the faint hearted, but it is crucial for in our education.
I do feel, though, that this course is best suited for High School Seniors and up. It challenged me, but taught me so many other things than just biblical government. I highly recommend the class!! Thank you again, Mr. Gilmore. Hugs and blessings, CatherineCatherine Sharp [Homeschool Student]
Kansas
July 2011
Guess I’m a little late posting as well (re: “American Exceptionalism” series)- I missed that the date for the event was so soon. Either way, for those of you who were invited and could not attend, I highly recommend this course of study. My first exposure to the topic was ACH Seminars and my entire world was turned upside down. So much that I thought I knew, and frankly, was so very complicated, slipped away. All that remained was the simple truth, properly reasoned and infused by the Holy Spirit. If you are able, attend. you will be SO blessed.
Lisa Frank Sinnock [Homeschool Mom]
Confluence, Colorado
February 2011
Thank you Ben for forwarding this piece on ethics.
Folks, I took Ben’s American History and Government Study seminar last year and will take it again this June 15-18 [2011]. He and other nationally recognized instructors give you more than your money’s worth and you will be ever thankful you took the course. It is packed (and I mean packed full) of REAL American History, not the revisionist baloney force fed to us by the socialist infested educational system.
Go to his website: www.ACHStudyGroups.com and sign up today.
Deborah Jackson [Blogger]
December 2009
Dear Mr. Gilmore,
How can I express my thanks?
“You’ve made a difference in my life…” Becky Sharp The PAG [Principles of American Government] on-line course was life-changing for me! I am so grateful for the opportunity to learn “what I did not know.” It seems as though I have been given a wonderful gift to unwrap and discover, and pass along to others. As I continue to study and learn about the seven principles, I pray they will sink in deep, and direct my life and my choices.
Thank you, Mr. Gilmore, for your steadfastness and faithfulness; for being obedient to what the Lord has called you to do! Your investment in the lives of individuals is making a difference for eternity! May the Lord richly bless you!
Merry Christmas to you and your family.
Becky Sharp [Home-schooling Mother]
Sisters, Oregon
May 2010
I am writing this to anyone who might be considering taking the ACH Seminar (June 23 – 26, 2010). I took the class as an adult several years ago and found it to be most enlightening in so many ways.
It caused me to fall in love with American History for the first time. I would so like to see this course taught in our public schools at every grade level. This is probably not going to happen although I believe that nothing is impossible with God. For this reason I would recommend that you consider taking the course for yourself and also make certain that your children have the benefit of learning the truth about our awesome American History.
What it did for me, was cause me to grow in patriotism. It gave me a great hunger to get informed concerning what was taking place in the political arena. Today I am actively supporting candidates I believe in, who share my Christian political views. I have always voted, but now I feel my votes are made with greater understanding, after having done my homework.
Now I feel that I am the very best American I can be. And that is a very good feeling.
With Fondness
Claudia Bonfante [Housewife]
Morgan Hill, California
April 2010
Once I was in Arizona at a minister’s training school, and a local Christian chief talked about his unsaved tribe’s heritage and culture. All around the crowded room I could feel a universal longing from the students for something like the chief described. A student voiced it and the chief looked at us and said, “But you have God! Jesus’ salvation and truth! We need what you have!” True, but it wasn’t until the ACH seminar that I finally learned our miraculous one of a kind American heritage! We need to know our Christian heritage!!!
Did you know we’re the only nation in the history of the world who’s people set out to establish their government on God’s Biblical principles!
The PAG online course? I can’t get enough of it!
I learned: the history and principles of Christian government and the Why behind the scenes, How to see through the issues to principle, And how to answer opponents, To recognize manipulation, how to govern and make changes now and for the future!I’m convinced a Christian is not fully equipped to make a difference in this nation/world without training in government and I have found nothing better than this online course!
Julianna [Missionary / Teacher]
Sycamore, Illinois
May 2010
My wife and I attended last years conference [ACH Seminar] and even though we have attended the class many times over the years, we found it refreshing and exciting.
In fact there is no other conference offered anywhere that will inform you about the seven principles of American government. The course will teach you how the Founding Fathers set up our nation according to Biblical Principles.
Taking this course will be a life changing event. It is especially helpful to pastors and teachers as well as home school parents.
David Brown [Pastor]
Newark, California
January 2010
My husband and I would like to thank you for teaching PAG and for accepting Corey (age 13)into the class. I must honestly say that Corey was a little hesitant at first – especially after realizing that he was the youngest student in the class. It isn’t often that Corey comes to me and shares how much he enjoys a class. But he did with this one! He also mentioned how much he has learned and that he was a “little sad” when the class came to an end.
Thank you for blessing and challenging Corey in so many ways. I was not able to participate as much as I would have liked because of the baby. But I have enjoyed learning PAG along with my child. The notebook has been overwhelming for Corey at times, but he was able to stay on task and rise to the occasion.
We especially appreciated the meaningful and thought-provoking conversations and tests. Most importantly, thank you for glorifying the Father in all that you do! Thank you for bringing us along with you as we explored the history of ideas that have helped shape our culture and for clinging to that solid biblical standard in which we evaluate those ideas. What a wonderful role-model you are for the students and also the parents! I can’t thank you enough!!!
We look forward to joining you in the upcoming history class!
Blessings,
Deborah Rogers (Corey’s Mom)
[Principles of American Government Course participant and parent of participant]
Meadows Place, Texas
May 2010
There have been certain times in my life when I have learned a truth that has drastically changed me. These truths have been “milestones” because they influence my perspective and relationship with the Almighty God and man. The information in this course [PAG], taught by Ben Gilmore, is a milestone in my life. As a farmer and cattle rancher, the knowledge impacts my daily decisions; as I steward what the LORD has entrusted to me.
Kristian Knutson [Farmer / Rancher]
Malta, Illinois
April 2010
The Principles of American Government course has had a profound impact on my understanding of the principles on which the American system of government were founded. Mr. Gilmore brought these truths to light and nurtured each student in the class to think, reason and act upon the truths that formed our nation and are still working today! This class has also strengthened my faith in Christ and empowered me to speak with authority on the current issues of our day. I have already had the opportunity to apply some of these principles to my business. I would HIGHLY recommend this class and am considering taking it a second time! Thank you Mr. Gilmore!
Sincerely,
Mark Wainwright [Business Owner]
DeKalb, Illinois
April 2010
Dear Mr. Gilmore,
Thank you so much for your instruction these last three months. [PAG] What I have learned in this course allows me to appreciate and love this country even more. I also have a deeper understanding of The Lord’s providence and provision for His people. Also, thank you for your kindness and care when I was deep in the “valley”. Your words were very comforting to my soul. I will never forget that.
May our Lord bless you even more, and keep you safe.
Sincerely,
Susan Brown [Home-schooling Mother]
Boca Raton, Florida
April 2010
I wanted to tell everyone who reads this, that this Principles of American Government course taught by Mr. Gilmore, has truly been LIFE-CHANGING to me, I would highly recommend this course to ANYONE who has the means to take it.
Harrison Dean [Student]
Shawnee, Kansas
April 2010
I believe the phrase “life-changing” is probably overused, but I must say that it applies to my son’s experience in the Principles of American Government course. The combination of the course content along with Mr. Gilmore’s experience, teaching ability and heart for his students makes this course unique and unmatched. I highly recommend the course for your teen and expect that your teen’s life will be changed as a result!
Maria Dean [Parent of Student]
Shawnee, Kansas
April 2010
As a high schooler, having taken The Principles of American Government class, taught by Mr. Gilmore, I can now understand how and why different situations occur in politics and everyday life. I am able to use what I learned about the seven fundamental principles that our founding fathers advocated for, when I engage in politics, conversations, and when I present speeches to the public.
On April 15, 2010, I had the honor to speak at the Downtown Fort Lauderdale Tax Day Tea Party. Although I had a three minute allotted speaking time, I was still able to choose one very essential principle of the seven that Mr. Gilmore teachings on. I focused in on what I believe is the root cause of America’s “big government”-our lack of self-government.
For generations Americans have been dumbed down and indoctrinated with lies. Unless we change it and become reeducated with the importance of this nation’s founding principles and educate others about them and reincorporate them in our daily thoughts and actions, America will no longer stand. As the people go, so goes the nation.
Yes, in America we have rights, but as citizens we also have duties. It is our duty to be stand up for these seven principles that are paramount for reclaiming America for what it once was.
I will leave you with this quote by the director of the Heritage Foundation’s B. Kenneth Simon Center for American Studies, Dr. Matt Spalding, who as Mr. Gilmore and everyone else who took this class now fights for, “If we intend to govern ourselves from this point forward, we have to go back to these principles. Otherwise, someone is going to govern us.”
I profoundly recommend every American citizen to take this extremely well taught course. It will leave a lasting impact on your life, as your every decision will be based on valuable principles and it will give you the urge to speak for the truth.
Do not think twice about enrolling for the PAG class. Do it for you. Do it for your country.
Thank you so much, Mr. Gilmore, for sharing what you know with us!
May God be with you and continue to bless America,
Brittney Deoliveira [Student]
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
June 2010
When I first signed up for the American History & Government Seminar last June, I thought the twelve-hour days were excessive. But history came alive to me for the first time in my life and the days flew by. At the end, I thought the study could use a few more days and I didn’t want it to be over! The instructors captivated my interest and sparked a zeal for wanting to learn more about our founding fathers, our Constitution, and what made America a great nation. I have since taken a keen interest in our government, become aware of the movement to dissolve and make irrelevant our Constitution and dismiss our founding fathers as archaic. Until we learn our history and Constitution—something that is not, and has not, been taught in American schools for some time—we are doomed to lose what those who went before us fought for so valiantly. I highly recommend this study to everyone and will definitely take it again.
Debra Jackson [Constitutional Activist]
Rocklin, California
