Articles by David E. Smith
By David E. Smith
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07.12.25
Christians who hold to historic & traditional teachings of the Bible believe that God created us from the beginning “male & female” (Gen 5:2; Mat 19:4; Mk 10:6). Biology & physiology empirically affirm that there are only two genders. Christians who hold to this theologically orthodox & scientific view believe that “gender-confirmation” surgery, hormone-blockers & cross-dressing damage humans.
By David E. Smith
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07.04.25
We stand at a remarkable moment in history, in a nation abundantly blessed by God’s grace. Yet, these are also turbulent times, marked by division and moral confusion, where good is too often labeled evil, and evil is too often called good. Still, we enjoy an unparalleled quality of life, vast financial prosperity, and political freedoms that inspire envy across the globe.
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David E. Smith
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07.03.25
This week, we honor the birth of our great nation—a land where self-government, individual liberty, and God-given rights have long been cherished. We thank the Lord for the blessing of living in a country founded on the principles of freedom and personal responsibility. As fireworks light the sky, parades march through our streets, and families gather for backyard cookouts, we celebrate the stars and stripes and the enduring values that have made America a beacon of hope around the world.
By David E. Smith
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06.28.25
This week, the U.S. Supreme Court handed down pivotal rulings that will reshape key aspects of American life. These decisions empower taxpayers, strengthen families, and boost efforts to protect children.
By David E. Smith
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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.
By David E. Smith
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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.
By David E. Smith
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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.
By David E. Smith
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06.01.25
Praise God! Your fervent prayers, calls, and emails to your state lawmakers made a difference. We're thrilled to report that the radical proposal to normalize assisted suicide (SB 1950) was not called for a vote in the Illinois Senate before adjournment.
By David E. Smith
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05.28.25
As Illinois lawmakers eye online gambling as a potential financial lifeline, experts warn the state is heading down a dangerous path of market saturation and overreliance on gambling revenue. With billions in pension liabilities and growing debt, is expanding Big Gambling the solution—or just a predatory wager against the best interests of the state's citizens?
By David E. Smith
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05.24.25
In a strategic maneuver, the assisted suicide legislation has been attached to a different bill, a move designed to enable the Illinois General Assembly to push this alarming measure through in the final hours of the regular session. Illinois has no demonstrated need or widespread public cry for assisted suicide. Why, then, is there such an urgent drive to legalize ending life?
By David E. Smith
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05.20.25
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
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05.16.25
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
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05.10.25
Prayer is a direct line to communicate with God which helps us to align our hearts and minds with God’s perfect will. (Phil 4:6-7) The Bible commands prayer (1 Thes 5:17, “pray without ceasing”). Prayer is an act of faithfulness to God’s instruction. It is also a selfless act of love when we intercede for others’ needs. (Mat 22:39, Mark 12:31, Lev 19:18)
By David E. Smith
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05.09.25
State Rep. Grasse opened an Illinois House session with a prayer this week that omitted any reference to God as the source of wisdom. She missed the opportunity to offer a prayer expressing gratitude to our Creator—who endowed us with "certain unalienable rights"—and seeking divine guidance for the state's leadership. Such a prayer would be both inclusive and profoundly appropriate.
By David E. Smith
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05.05.25
Last week, IFI joined the Family Research Council, the Family Policy Alliance, and Family Policy Councils across the country in signing a joint letter urging President Trump to re-evaluate the safety of the chemical abortion drug mifepristone.
