The AMERICA Plan

The america plan*

The seven steps of effective Christian citizenship for churches:

(Click on each first letter for more information)

Articulate a Biblical position on important issues of the day

Address citizenship and current moral issues from the pulpit as appropriate; Speak to the crucial moral issues of the day from a Biblical perspective, and why Christians must be active citizens.

Motivate believers to begin taking their civic responsibilities seriously.

Most Christians do not become involved in any ministry or take action related to cultural change unless inspired by their pastor, led from the pulpit and called to appropriate activity.

Educate believers on the “Why” and “How” of godly citizenship

American Religious Heritage; Biblical Worldview; Understanding the Biblical role of Government; and Effective Community Involvement.

If a person is 18 or older and an American citizen, this is not an option! The goal is 100% registered, 100% voting.

Inform the congregation about important policy and moral issues

Coordinate with other like-minded Pastors in the community

Establish an permanent, inter-racial, inter-denominational team of senior pastors who will stand together, speak together and act together.

Activate members to effective prayer, service and civic action in the community to promote Biblical righteousness and justice.

Create or support a Community Impact Ministry in the church to facilitate the above activities in an organized manner, and to serve as the church’s link to the community team.

FOUR STEPS TO COMMUNITY TRANSFORMATION: 2 Chronicles 7:14

1. Pray, fast and repent- get our spiritual "house" in order first

2. Serve our neighbor - meet needs, share the Gospel

3. Raise the standard of righteousness - get involved culturally and politically

4. Reap the harvest - transformed lives, transformed culture

* - The AMERICA Plan was created by Dave Welch (Executive Director, Houston Area Pastor Council) and is trademarked by Vision America.