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By Mark Elfstrand, Cultural Affairs Writer
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09.10.26
Virtually all American citizens (and many around the world) will remember September 11th, 2001. We usually just refer to it as “9/11.” That is the day when foreign born haters of our nation used our own commercial jet aircraft to take down the twin towers of the World Trade Center in New York City. And heavily damaged the Pentagon in Washington, D.C.
By Thomas Hampson
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09.09.26
Background checks are a tool, not a shield. As the statistics show, relying solely on them gives organizations a false sense of security while predators—who often have clean records—gain access to children. We must re-establish the character standard and diligently watch for patterns of behavior, not just clear records
By David E. Smith
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09.08.26
Should Christians vote? Engage in politics? What about the role of church leaders? How do we guide our children to think biblically about these questions? Dr. Rob Rienow, from Visionary Family Ministries applies key Scriptures and theological principles to these questions.
By David E. Smith
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09.05.26
IFI welcomes pro-life firebrand Seth Gruber at our annual fundraising Faith, Family & Freedom Banquet on October 9th! Join us to defend biblical truth and the sanctity of human life. Early Bird pricing ends Monday—reserve your table today!
By Mark Elfstrand, Cultural Affairs Writer
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09.05.26
We pay athletes $50M+ to throw a football while taking for granted the surgeons, soldiers, and first responders who save lives daily. But the greatest gift of all costs nothing: the eternal life and forgiveness offered to us through Jesus Christ. Set your priorities on what lasts.
By Alyssa Sonnenburg
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09.04.26
A U.S. Senate report reveals that manufacturers of the chemical abortion drug Mifepristone are completely ignoring basic FDA safety guardrails. Mail-order distribution leaves women without in-person medical care while ending the lives of preborn babies.
By IFI Staff Reports
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09.03.26
Every human life is sacred and possesses inherent, God-given dignity from conception to natural death. With a third federal lawsuit now filed to stop this law from taking effect, the pushback against Illinois’ dangerous assisted suicide mandate is growing rapidly. Please pray that this law will be struck down permanently.
By David E. Smith
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09.03.26
Self-government is a gift from God, yet millions of Christians treat it with apathy. If we refuse to show up, we lose by default, and humanists and atheists take control. Don’t sit on the sidelines this election season. Learn how to verify your voter registration, engage young adults, and help distribute non-partisan Voter Guides to fellow citizens across Illinois.
By David E. Smith
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09.03.26
America’s walls are broken. Families are fractured. Churches have grown lukewarm. The Nehemiah Alliance is calling God’s people to 52 days of prayer, fasting, and repentance. Renewal and rebuilding must begin with us. We are called to stand firm and be faithful.
By Thomas Hampson
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09.02.26
Most Americans think child trafficking is done by strangers in vans or overseas labor rings. The horrifying reality in our own country is that it often begins at home. Family members facilitate 44% to 60% of identified child sex trafficking cases in the U.S., with addiction frequently driving the abuse. We have to shatter the false stereotypes if we are ever going to protect the most vulnerable.
