Articles by David E. Smith
By David E. Smith
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10.17.25
The SCOTUS is considering several pivotal cases impacting the sanctity of life, the freedom to live out our faith, and the God-given rights of parents. Let us pray that the Justices will seek wisdom from Almighty God and have the courage to uphold the original intent of the U.S. Constitution.
By David E. Smith
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10.15.25
Illinois lawmakers have chosen ideology over integrity. By embracing Gov. Pritzker’s so-called Equality for Every Family Act, they’ve redefined parenthood, erased motherhood and fatherhood, and treated children as commodities in a social experiment that defies both nature and God’s design.
By David E. Smith
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10.15.25
The time for courage is now. Don’t miss Riley Gaines at IFI’s Annual Banquet as we stand for faith, family, and freedom in Illinois.
By David E. Smith
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10.13.25
Pray for the U.S. Supreme Court as it considers Chiles v. Salazar—a case that could decide whether Christian counselors are free to share biblical truth or forced to affirm government-approved lies.
By David E. Smith
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10.10.25
Illinois is forcing faith-based employers to pay for abortion through their health insurance plans. When government compels Christians to underwrite the destruction of innocent life, religious liberty itself is under assault.
By David E. Smith
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10.07.25
A nation cannot endure without secure borders, a shared language, and common values. When immigration is lawful and orderly, it strengthens America by allowing newcomers to integrate into our culture. But violent riots, obstruction, and collaboration with radical agitators are designed to weaken our republic and sow chaos.
By David E. Smith
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10.05.25
Don’t be fooled: Banned Books Week isn’t about free speech—it’s about pushing an agenda. Behind the slogans of “intellectual freedom,” activists highlight sexually explicit and progressive titles while sidelining books that uphold faith, family, and traditional values. It’s time for parents and communities to push back, ask hard questions, and make sure the books that matter don’t get silenced.
By David E. Smith
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09.17.25
Today is Constitution Day, marking 238 years since the signing of the U.S. Constitution. Some seek to replace liberty and limited government with failed schemes of coercion and control. We cannot squander God’s amazing gift of self-government.
By David E. Smith
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09.12.25
Assassinations. Murders in our streets. From Charlie Kirk’s killing to 310+ homicides in Chicago this year—America is reaping what it has sown. But chaos is only the symptom. The deeper problem is spiritual. Christians, it’s time to see with biblical eyes and fall to our knees in prayer for mercy and revival.
By David E. Smith
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09.11.25
The cowardly assassination of Charlie Kirk is a sobering reminder of the darkness in our world—and the hope we have in Christ. As we grieve his loss, we pray for his family and honor his unwavering legacy of faith, truth, and courage.
By David E. Smith
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09.10.25
From Washington’s battlefield prayer to FDR’s D-Day prayer, America has always turned to God in times of trial. Now, ahead of our 250th anniversary, President Trump is calling us to pray again.
By David E. Smith
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09.05.25
The Declaration of Independence says our human rights are “endowed by our Creator.” U.S. Senator Tim Kaine (D-VA) calls that “troubling.” Which vision do you trust—the Founders or today’s politicians? If human rights come only from government, they’re not rights at all—they’re privileges that can be erased at any moment.
By David E. Smith
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09.01.25
A new study from the University of Southern California (USC) warns that smartphones and streaming services may be fueling a sharp decline in responsibility and reliability among young adults.
By David E. Smith
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08.23.25
The vast majority of Americans want secure, honest elections. As stewards of this republic, we must back every effort to protect integrity and accountability. President Trump has announced his plan to reform our broken federal election system.
By David E. Smith
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08.21.25
Dr. Albert Mohler is sounding the alarm on Canada’s “Medical Assistance in Dying” program—so extreme it now resembles a “death cult.” His warning: don’t believe the lie that assisted suicide laws stay limited. This is exactly what we’re fighting in the Illinois General Assembly.
