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Abraham Lincoln 1809-1865

“It is the duty of nations , as well as of men , to own their dependence upon the overruling power of God…. Abraham Lincoln 1809-1865.

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Abraham Lincoln 1809-1865

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  1. “It is the duty of nations, as well as of men, to own their dependence upon the overruling power of God… Abraham Lincoln1809-1865

  2. ...and to recognizethe sublime truth announced in the Holy Scriptures and proven by all history, that those nations only are blessed whose God is the Lord.” Abraham Lincoln1809-1865

  3. The Foundations of a Godly Nation The God of the Bible The Teachings of the Bible Religious Freedom Freedom of Speech and Assembly Marriage and Family Christian Education Free Enterprise Government “Under God”

  4. “Of all the dispositions and habits which lead to political prosperity, religion and morality are indispensable supports.” George Washington Farewell Address, 1796

  5. “The propitious smiles of heaven can never be expected on a nation that disregards the eternal rules of order and right which heaven itself has ordained.” George Washington Inaugural Address April 30, 1789

  6. “Providence has given our people the choice of their rulers, and it is the duty, as well as privilege and interest of a Christian nation to select and prefer Christians for their rulers.” John Jay First Chief Justice of the U.S. Supreme Court 1745-1829

  7. “When you become entitled to exercise the right of voting…let it be impressed on your mind that God commands you to choose for rulers just men who will rule in the fear of God. The preservation of a republican government depends on the faithful discharge of this duty.” History of the United States Noah Webster 1832

  8. "If the people fail to vote, a government will be developed which is not their government...  The whole system of American Government rests on the ballot box.  Unless citizens perform their duties there, such a system of government is doomed to failure." Calvin Coolidge 30th President of the United States

  9. Evangelical Christians & The 2012 General Election • 26% of voter eligible pop. 55 million • 60% voted 33 million ( 25% of entire vote cast ) • Eligible but Unregistered 10 million • Registered: Did Not Vote12million

  10. Oregon Evangelicals & The2014 Primary ElectionPew Forum on Religion & Public LifeGeorge Barna, Oregon Elections Division, PSU Center for Population And Census • 30% of Oregon population 1,191,000 • 76% are eligible to vote 905,000 • 71% are projected to register 643,000 • 45% are projected to vote* 289,000 (* of registered) • Registered: Not Voting 354,000 • Eligible: Not Voting 616,000

  11. Oregon Evangelicals & The2014 General Election Pew Forum on Religion & Public LifeGeorge Barna, Oregon Elections Division, PSU Center for Population And Census • 30% of Oregon population 1,191,000 • 76% are eligible to vote 905,000 • 72% are projected to register 652,000 • 72% are projected to vote 469,000 (of registered) • Registered: Not Voting 183,000 • Eligible: Not Voting 436,000

  12. "Let us never forget that government is ourselves and not an alien power over us.  The ultimate rulers of our democracy are not a President and senators and congressman and government officials, but the VOTERS of this country." Franklin D. Roosevelt 32nd President of the United States

  13. “The future of this republic is in the hands of the American Voter” Dwight D. Eisenhower 34th President of the United States

  14. Oregon Objectives • The Vision to Restore Oregon “Under God” written in our Hearts • The “Value Your Vote” Campaign Implemented in every County • 100% Christian Voter Registration and Turnout …in every County • God’s People Awakened, Voting, and More Christian World View Candidates Elected to local, state, and federal office

  15. Our Objective For the May 20 Oregon Primary • Non partisan Voter Registration in Evangelical Churches in every County before April 29 Voter Registration cutoff • Christian Voter Guidesin every Bible believing church • Pulpit and bulletin encouragement to Vote our values

  16. In Every Oregon County • Present “Value Your Vote” Campaign to • Every Evangelical Ministerial Association • Christian Men’s and Women’s Groups • Christian Office Holders • Bible-Believing Churches & Ministries • Call for 100% Voter Registra. & Turn Out

  17. A Strong “Call” From Our Pulpits To Vote!

  18. “Let each citizen remember at the moment he is offering his vote...that he is executing one of the most solemn trusts in human society for which he is accountable to God and his country.” Samuel Adams Father of the American Revolution

  19. “Silence in the face of evil is in itself evil. God will not hold us guiltless. Not to speak is to speak. Not to act is to act.” Dietrich Bonhoeffer German Pastor and Theologian in Nazi Germany

  20. Restore America is a nonprofit Christian ministry that depends on contributions from concerned citizens who wish to preserve the Godly Heritage passed on to us by our Founders and all who have given their lives to protect it. P.O. Box 2225 Lake Oswego, OR 97035 (931) 863-5885 david@restoreamerica.orgwww.restoreamerica.org

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