Articles by David E. Smith
By David E. Smith
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10.07.24
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
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09.25.24
We are calling our brothers and sisters to a penitential period of prayer this fall -- and we are starting an intentional effort this Thursday in South Holland. Our state and nation need Christians to intercede in prayer, asking Almighty God for His mercy and healing.
By David E. Smith
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09.25.24
We are calling our brothers and sisters to a penitential period of prayer this fall -- and we are starting an intentional effort this Thursday in Taylorville. Our state and nation need Christians to intercede in prayer, asking Almighty God for His mercy and healing.
By David E. Smith
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09.25.24
We are calling our brothers and sisters to a penitential period of prayer this fall — and we are starting an intentional effort this Thursday in Markham, Oak Forest, and Monee. Our state and nation need Christians to intercede in...
By David E. Smith
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09.25.24
We are calling our brothers and sisters to a penitential period of prayer this fall -- and we are starting an intentional effort this Thursday in Niles. Our state and nation need Christians to intercede in prayer, asking Almighty God for His mercy and healing.
By David E. Smith
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09.25.24
We are calling our brothers and sisters to a penitential period of prayer this fall -- and we are starting an intentional effort this Thursday in Arlington Heights. Our state and nation need Christians to intercede in prayer, asking Almighty God for His mercy and healing.
By David E. Smith
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09.25.24
We are calling our brothers and sisters to a penitential period of prayer this fall -- and we are starting an intentional effort this Thursday in Morris. Our state and nation need Christians to intercede in prayer, asking Almighty God for His mercy and healing.
By David E. Smith
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09.16.24
As we look ahead to the 2024 General Election, there are many serious major cultural, political and spiritual issues facing our country. But a new President, a new Congress, and new local judges and legislators will not solve the deep-seeded problems we are facing as a people. We are in desperate need for God's healing hand. Scripture calls us to humbly seek Him in prayer as we repent for our state/national sins, and beseech His mercy.
By David E. Smith
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09.16.24
Over the past several months, IFI Team members have been contacting churches across Illinois to encourage them to host a prayer gathering based on God’s conditional promise in 2 Chronicles 7:14... We are calling our brothers and sisters to a penitential period of prayer this fall. We hope and pray that our pleas will resonate with church leaders and with the greater Body of Christ.
By David E. Smith
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09.07.24
On Friday night, IFI hosted our annual Faith, Family and Freedom Banquet. Hundreds of supporters from across the state gathered to enjoy sweet fellowship and listen to an edifying message, delivered by our fantastic keynote speaker, Allie Beth Stuckey. A very generous donor has offered a $50,000 banquet-matching challenge that has been extended through Sunday evening.
By David E. Smith
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09.05.24
We are excited to welcome our special banquet guest to Chicagoland at the end of this week. Allie Beth Stuckey is a courageous Christian wife, mother and strong witness for the Truth of the Gospel. And she does not pull punches on the central issues of our day.
By David E. Smith
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08.31.24
Election season can be stressful, since there are no perfect candidates. However, there are candidates that share your priorities of protecting the sanctity of human life, parental rights, and religious freedom. Do you want to know which candidates will fight for these values?
By David E. Smith
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08.22.24
Throughout the Old Testament, there are references to the pagan god Molech, an ancient Canaanite deity associated with child sacrifice – a ritual that specifically required passing children through fire.
By David E. Smith
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07.30.24
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By David E. Smith
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07.19.24
The Secret Service has acknowledged their July 13th failure to protect former President Trump, and they are reportedly working to improve security protocols. The agency has increased the security detail for Trump and other high-profile political figures, and has been conducting a thorough review of its security practices to prevent similar incidents in the future.
