Government in America is perilously close to losing its ability to be accountable. Unbridled legislation and bureaucratic rule-making are making a true morass of the market economy. Churches must fight zoning boards to exist, sodomy is protected by the courts and the shameless pursuit of political advantage eclipses the effective management of municipalities and states.

Public policy is the interest and duty of every American. When elected representatives no longer deliver effective public policy, then individuals must consider what additional measures are required to preserve and promote liberty. No matter what our personal station, every one of us carries the real obligation as a citizen to identify and support only those governmental commitments which are clearly provided for in our Constitution. No more, no less.

In this book, John Pafford faithfully presents the case for responsible self-government under God. He demonstrates the Christian character of America's founding and institutions. The reader will benefit most from the appropriate application of Biblical authority. We are reminded that "Scripture is normative." Noah Webster defined "norms" as "rudiments or first principles." When referring to the Word of God, we find these principles to be the very instructions of' God to His creation. Scripture is not exceptional; it is normative and as such must be consulted and obeyed. TABLE OF CONTENTS Preface 1. Church and State 2. Democracy 3. Community 4. American Colonial Experience 5. The New Republic 6. The First Amendment 7. The Bible and Economics 8. The Use of Armed Forces 9. A Christian United States 10. n the Meantime Conclusion