Simply stated, Neighborhood Initiative is the body of Christ at work in neighborhoods where God has placed us to bring about the transformation that comes through the power of His kingdom.
Lynn Cory
According to founder Lynn Cory, Neighborhood Initiative (NI) is not a program, but a work that God is introducing to bring revival in His church and transformation to our cities. It’s encouraging people to go out into their own neighborhoods to befriend neighbors, open their homes, and lend a hand.
Here are a few highlights of NI:
Jesus’ Plan for Home-Centered Ministry
- Look for “people who welcome you”
- Look for “a worthy person”
- Look for people of peace
- If they are not responsive, move on
- Stay with the person of peace
The Five Essentials of Neighborhood Initiative
- Loving your neighbor starts with the love of God
- Reinhabit your neighborhood missionally and emotionally
- Redeem the kairos
- Have an exponential perspective
- Recognize that you are authorized and commissioned by the Lord
Be sure to go the the NI website to review and download a wealth of resources available there, including a handbook, leader’s guide, and ideas for practical ministry in your neighborhood.
Also, check out these books by Lynn Cory:
27gen.com 