Articles by David E. Smith
By David E. Smith
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01.16.26
Sanctity of Human Life Sunday is more than a date on the calendar—it’s a call to prayer, compassion, and faithful action. Discover practical, Christ-centered ways you and your church can help build a culture that honors every human life.
By David E. Smith
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01.14.26
Biblical marriage put men under God’s law and gave women dignity, security, and protection. Yet today we are drifting toward cohabitation and away from the protective, stabilizing institution of marriage that God ordained. Read this powerful excerpt from Love Thy Body.
By David E. Smith
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01.09.26
God has blessed America with the gift of self-government -- a "government of the people, by the people, and for the people." Voting is a privilege that millions of people in other parts of the world are denied.
But this unique blessing also comes with a tremendous responsibility. In Romans 13, we are told that all authorities are appointed by God. Who is the authority in America?
By David E. Smith
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01.05.26
From graphic sex-ed and gender ideology to invasive mental health screenings, today’s classrooms are pushing agendas that undermine Christian values. But parents are not powerless. Learn how you can opt out—and take a stand to protect your child’s heart, mind, and innocence.
By David E. Smith
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01.05.26
In a culture drowning in confusion and lies, God is calling His people back to truth, clarity, and courage. If we desire to be mature, fruitful, and spiritually discerning Christians, we must devote ourselves to the regular reading and meditation of Scripture.
By David E. Smith
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01.01.26
God has placed this ministry here for such a time as this. As we step into a new year, IFI remains committed to standing for truth, life, family, and freedom—no matter the challenges ahead.
By David E. Smith
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12.31.25
If we are called to be the salt and light of our nation — if we are to overcome evil with good — then we cannot stand by while the noxious lies of our culture go unchallenged. As the year comes to a close, we urge you to support the work of Illinois Family Institute by taking advantage of the Matching Challenge that expires at midnight tonight.
By David E. Smith
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12.30.25
We’re over 80% of the way to unlocking a $150,000 year-end match—with less than 24 hours left. Every gift right now helps equip Christians, defend families, and shape Illinois in 2026. Help us cross the finish line before midnight.
By David E. Smith
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12.30.25
Christian families across Illinois are standing with IFI — and right now your support goes twice as far. Every gift is doubled through December 31. Help defend faith, family, and freedom in Illinois.
By David E. Smith
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12.27.25
The lies of Satan are intensifying — but your support today can make a powerful difference. Give now and your gift will be matched dollar for dollar.
By David E. Smith
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12.19.25
HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced new steps to curb irreversible “sex-rejecting” procedures on children—citing evidence of lasting medical harm. Federal funding may soon be cut off to hospitals that continue putting radical so-called "gender" ideology ahead of the welfare of children.
By David E. Smith
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12.18.25
Roe v. Wade may be gone, but the abortion crisis is not. Abortions are rising—and the reason goes deeper than law or policy. Scripture tells us why the human heart remains the real battlefield.
By David E. Smith
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12.17.25
If God has entrusted you with an RMD this year, please prayerfully consider using it to strengthen faith and family in Illinois. Every gift to IFI will be doubled through December 31—amplifying your faithful stewardship.
By David E. Smith
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12.15.25
President Trump is considering a major shift in federal drug policy—downgrading marijuana from Schedule I to Schedule III. While not full legalization, the move would further normalize a drug whose risks and unintended consequences—especially for young people—are becoming harder to ignore.
By David E. Smith
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12.13.25
Big news! Several generous donors have stepped forward with a $150,000 matching challenge for IFI. That means every gift you make before December 31 will have double the impact on our mission in 2025.
