Self Evident Podcast

Self Evident Podcast

Join the Self Evident speakers speakers as they tackle the issues facing their generation by speaking biblical truth in love.

Defending Homeschooling

Defending Homeschooling

David Smith, Executive Director of Illinois Family Institute speaks out on HB 2827 on Fox News.  Watch the passionate interview here!

Defending Families

Defending Families

“Let each of you look out not only for his own interests, but also for the interests of others.”

~Phil. 2:4

Equipping The Body of Christ

Equipping The Body of Christ

“You are the light of the world… Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works and glorify your Father in heaven.”

~Matt. 5:14-16

Driving the West Down
There has been an intentional effort underway for several decades to bring down the West. The effort is not an open, direct attack. Rather, it involves eroding the foundations of our culture, eating away at the supports, and corroding the superstructure. The attack is indirect.
By Thomas Hampson   |   05.22.25
Latest Articles
Police Deserve Our Support
George Floyd’s death and the Black Lives Matter movement greatly affected the respect and support that police officers across the nation receive.
By Alyssa Sonnenburg   |   05.21.25
Greatness in the Workplace
Judging by the frequent surveys of employees in the workplace who seem unhappy in their jobs, you’d think companies would make some serious changes. This does not account for the fact that there are perpetual “grumpies" who wish work itself would go away. There are plenty of those! 
Our Laws Should Protect Life, Not Promote Suicide
The last day of the regular session for the Illinois General Assembly is May 31st! Therefore, we have less than two weeks to petition our state lawmakers and tell them to VOTE NO on pro-suicide legislation. Devaluing life for some means devaluing life for all. The state should never normalize suicide.
By David E. Smith   |   05.20.25
U.S. Senator Mike Lee Proposes Bill to Ban Illegal Pornography
“Obscenity isn’t protected by the First Amendment, but hazy and unenforceable legal definitions have allowed extreme pornography to saturate American society and reach countless children.” – Mike Lee
By Alyssa Sonnenburg   |   05.20.25
Legislative Update for the Week of May 19, 2025
As the legislative session heads into its final stretch, the atmosphere is becoming increasingly chaotic and is expected to intensify before adjournment on May 31st. This week marks the critical deadline for bills to pass out of their originating chamber, creating immense pressure to secure the necessary votes.
By Kathy Valente   |   05.19.25
The Influence of Christian Media
Once dismissed as a niche or outdated source, Christian media is now capturing the attention of a significant portion of the American population. A recent National Religious Broadcasters and Barna Group study, revealing that over 60% of American adults engage with Christian content through various platforms like television, radio, and social media.
By Dr. Jerry Newcombe   |   05.19.25
Kids and Marijuana – A Bad Combination
On Tuesday, 22 students from Fort Dearborn Elementary School in Chicago were hospitalized after eating THC-laced cookies. Days earlier, a woman in Wheeling gave THC-infused chocolate to children in a park. These incidents highlight the results of foolish drug policies.
By Kathy Valente   |   05.17.25
More Debate About Physician-Assisted Suicide in Springfield
Lawmakers intent on legalizing physician-assisted suicide have scheduled HB 1328, the House version of SB 9, for a subject-matter hearing in the Illinois House Executive Committee, tomorrow, May 14, 2025.
By David E. Smith   |   05.16.25
Schools Secretly “Transitioned” ANOTHER Child as State Moves Against Parents
Amid a major push to “protect” children from parents who refuse to “affirm” gender confusion in children, yet another government school in Colorado is in the spotlight for “transitioning” and “grooming” yet another innocent child.
By Alex Newman   |   05.16.25
Out of Control
How is it that our elected officials can be so wrong so often? Take Senate Bill 100, introduced and passed as Public Act 99-0456 in 2015, which was intended to eliminate the so-called school-to-prison pipeline by eliminating the disparate discipline of minority students.
By Thomas Hampson   |   05.15.25
IFI Featured Video
A Warning for Illinois from Canada about Assisted Suicide. Don’t follow Canada’s lead and give your blessing to pro-suicide legislation, Alex Schadenberg, the executive director of the Euthanasia Prevention Coalition spoke at the Speak-Out Illinois Conference in 2023 After watching make sure you call your state lawmakers and ask them to vote NO on the Illinois End-of-Life Options Act State Senate Bill 9 For lawmaker names and phone number click “officials finder”
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