Choose life

Choose life

“I call heaven and earth as witnesses today against you, that I have set before you life and death, blessing and cursing; therefore choose life, that both you and your descendants may live…”

~Deuteronomy 30:19

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

Religious Liberty

Religious Liberty

An individual’s civil rights of religious liberty and freedom of conscience should be affirmed and free from government interference.

Make A Difference: Run for *Local* Office in 2025
Decisions made at the local level continue to affect our day-to-day lives in significant ways. Our real estate tax bill is the result of decisions made by our local elected officials... You can have a voice in those decisions in 2025. You can make a difference!
10.10.24
Latest Articles
Protect Your Kids
There is a crisis in American government schools– especially in liberal states such as Big Blue Illinois. Not only is the crisis moral, but it is also academic – and obviously so.
By Alyssa Sonnenburg   |   10.09.24
Global Government: UN ‘Pact for the Future’
The United Nations “Pact for the Future” contains dozens of references to the UN 2030 Agenda Sustainable Development Goals, also known as the “Master Plan for Humanity,” but what does that mean for liberty and for you?
By Alex Newman   |   10.08.24
Our Christian Duty
In four weeks from now, Americans will know which candidates will direct the course of our state and nation for the next two to four years.  Unfortunately, too many Christians do not understand exactly what is at stake. It is hard to believe, considering everything that has been happening in our state and nation over the past four years.
By David E. Smith   |   10.07.24
Morally Problematic Procreation Question on Illinois Ballot
Thanks to Illinois Family Action for distributing an important article concerning the three upcoming Illinois Ballot Initiatives. I would like to add a few more biblical ideas to consider before voting on one of the ballot questions...
10.05.24
Make a Difference: Vote Your Opinion on Illinois’ 3 Ballot Initiatives
When Illinois voters make their candidate selections on the November 5, 2024, election ballot, they will also be asked their opinions on three advisory questions:
By Fran Eaton   |   10.04.24
Spoken and Unspoken
I can’t recall who first added a wonderful challenge to the old adage about “two things we should never talk about…religion and politics.”
The Need for a New Great Awakening
Repentance and revival is America’s only real hope. Christians must ask God to forgive our nation for our open rebellion, confess our nationals sins, our unwillingness to die to self and start living bold lives for Christ. We're called to overcome evil with good, teach the nations to observe all that Christ teaches us, and raise godly children. It is high time we get to it.
By Dr. Jerry Newcombe   |   10.03.24
Facing the Screen Time Dilemma
We are living in the iPad kid generation. Generation Alpha (known “affectionately” as iPad kids)  comprises kids born between 2010 and 2024. They have received the label “iPad kids” for that exact reason – screen time overload.
By Alyssa Sonnenburg   |   10.03.24
Self Evident: Toxic Empathy is Making Christians Weak
On September 6th, Self Evident had the amazing opportunity to interview Illinois Family Institute's banquet speaker, Allie Beth Stuckey.
By Alyssa Sonnenburg   |   10.02.24
We’re the Government, We’re Here to Help
Hundreds of thousands of unaccompanied minors—illegal immigrants—are missing.
By Thomas Hampson   |   10.01.24
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