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Dismantling Truth
By Thomas Hampson   |   06.23.25
In an age where feelings trump facts, where government institutionalizes falsehoods, and where 'your truth' reigns – objective reality is under attack.
What You Lose When You Send Your Kids to Public School.
By Kenna Rose   |   06.23.25
Some Illinois lawmakers want to regulate homeschooling through HB 2827, a bill that would mandate registration and give state bureaucrats significant new powers. This controversial bill, which passed committee despite massive public outcry, highlights a fundamental conflict: government control versus parental authority over children's upbringing.
Anarchy Versus Tyranny
By Dr. Jerry Newcombe   |   06.20.25
In this article, Dr. Jerry Newcombe explores the fragile balance between too little government and too much. Drawing from history, faith, and current events, he examines how a loss of moral grounding can lead a nation toward chaos or control—and what it takes to preserve true liberty.
SCOTUS Ruling Protects Children from Dangerous Gender Ideology
By David E. Smith   |   06.19.25
The U.S. Supreme Court has ruled, 6-3, in United States v. Skrmetti that states can protect children from an extreme agenda that mutilates children’s bodies while safeguarding the rights of states to make their own laws. Join us in praising God for this important ruling.
Greatness in the Workplace – Part Two with John Blumberg
This second article on this topic takes us deeper into the story of John Blumberg. John is a national speaker, thought leader on integrity, and author of four books.
IFI Joins Amicus Brief Supporting Parental Rights in School “Transitioning” Case
By David E. Smith   |   06.18.25
The Illinois Family Institute has joined dozens of other organizations and individuals across the country in submitting a friend of the court brief to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit regarding the case of Vitsaxaki v. Skaneateles Central School District.
No Kings?
By Pastor Rich Eddy   |   06.17.25
Have you ever wondered what true leadership looks like? Dive into "No Kings" and discover a revolutionary perspective on authority, community, and the surprising power found when we look beyond traditional crowns. Are you ready to challenge your assumptions?
America: For Grown-Ups Only?
By Ecce Verum   |   06.16.25
America is a nation blessed with plenty. America is strong, rich, and leads the world in many ways. But we can't expect these things to last if we don't fix an inconvenient dearth—America is severely lacking babies.
Prayer Bulletin for June 2025
By David E. Smith   |   06.14.25
Father's Day, celebrated on the third Sunday in June (June 15 this year), isn’t typically ranked among the most popular holidays in America. According to various published polls, Christmas, Thanksgiving, and Independence Day are much more prominent in terms of widespread participation or cultural significance.
Humility—the Missing Ingredient
By Dr. Jerry Newcombe   |   06.13.25
In a world often driven by self-promotion and a thirst for recognition, the timeless quality of humility can seem... well, a bit old-fashioned. But what if embracing this often-misunderstood trait isn't about diminishing ourselves, but actually empowering us in profound ways?
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