Articles by David E. Smith
Session 2: The Theology of Islam
By David E. Smith   |   11.05.25
In this second session on Islam, Pastor Paul Blair emphasizes why Christians must better understand Islam — not only as a theology but as a long-term geopolitical movement.
Riley Gaines Confronts AOC’s War on Women’s Sports
By David E. Smith   |   11.01.25
Protecting women’s sports shouldn’t be controversial — but the clash between Riley Gaines and AOC proves truth is under attack.
Illinois Senate Passes Suicide Bill at 3 AM
By David E. Smith   |   10.31.25
A razor-thin vote at 3 AM advanced dangerous legislation that puts the vulnerable at risk. Governor Pritzker now holds the pen — and the power to stop the normalization of suicide in Illinois. He needs to hear from us.
Pastor Paul Blair: An Introduction to Islam
By David E. Smith   |   10.31.25
The crescent is rising — but many churches remain asleep. A quick look at Islam’s origins and goals reveals why biblical clarity and courage are needed right now.
Urgent: Assisted Suicide Bill Could Be Voted on Today
By David E. Smith   |   10.30.25
A deadly push to legalize assisted suicide has returned in Springfield. Will we protect the vulnerable — or normalize suicide as “healthcare”? Here’s what you need to know — and how you can help stop it.
Prayer Alert: Veto Session and More…
By David E. Smith   |   10.27.25
As lawmakers return to Springfield, critical issues hang in the balance. From efforts to expand sanctuary policies to the growing corruption of legalized gambling, and the heartbreaking loss faced by Darren and Cindy Bailey, your prayers are needed now more than ever.
Assisted Suicide and False Death Certificates
By David E. Smith   |   10.23.25
Some Illinois lawmakers are trying to push through a deceptive “End-of-Life Options” bill that would legalize physician-assisted suicide and allow falsified death certificates—erasing the truth about cause of death. Though SB 1950 has stalled for now, it could resurface during the Veto Session.
SCOTUS: Five Cases to Watch
By David E. Smith   |   10.17.25
The SCOTUS is considering several pivotal cases impacting the sanctity of life, the freedom to live out our faith, and the God-given rights of parents. Let us pray that the Justices will seek wisdom from Almighty God and have the courage to uphold the original intent of the U.S. Constitution.
IFI Statement on the “Equality for Every Family Act”
By David E. Smith   |   10.15.25
Illinois lawmakers have chosen ideology over integrity. By embracing Gov. Pritzker’s so-called Equality for Every Family Act, they’ve redefined parenthood, erased motherhood and fatherhood, and treated children as commodities in a social experiment that defies both nature and God’s design.
Hear Riley Gaines Live in Illinois – One Night Only!
By David E. Smith   |   10.15.25
The time for courage is now. Don’t miss Riley Gaines at IFI’s Annual Banquet as we stand for faith, family, and freedom in Illinois.
SCOTUS Hears Arguments on Christian Counseling Ban
By David E. Smith   |   10.13.25
Pray for the U.S. Supreme Court as it considers Chiles v. Salazar—a case that could decide whether Christian counselors are free to share biblical truth or forced to affirm government-approved lies.
Religious Conviction vs. Illinois State Mandate
By David E. Smith   |   10.10.25
Illinois is forcing faith-based employers to pay for abortion through their health insurance plans. When government compels Christians to underwrite the destruction of innocent life, religious liberty itself is under assault.
Prayer Bulletin for October 2025
By David E. Smith   |   10.07.25
A nation cannot endure without secure borders, a shared language, and common values. When immigration is lawful and orderly, it strengthens America by allowing newcomers to integrate into our culture. But violent riots, obstruction, and collaboration with radical agitators are designed to weaken our republic and sow chaos.
Banned Books Week Is a Sham
By David E. Smith   |   10.05.25
Don’t be fooled: Banned Books Week isn’t about free speech—it’s about pushing an agenda. Behind the slogans of “intellectual freedom,” activists highlight sexually explicit and progressive titles while sidelining books that uphold faith, family, and traditional values. It’s time for parents and communities to push back, ask hard questions, and make sure the books that matter don’t get silenced.
Stand With Israel, Defeat Hamas
By David E. Smith   |   09.29.25
The “21-point plan” for Gaza rewards terrorists, pressures Israel, and fast-tracks a “Palestinian state” before Hamas is defeated. America must stand firm with Israel and urge President Trump to reject this dangerous scheme and focus on Hamas’s total destruction.
David E. Smith
Executive Director
David  E. Smith

Dave Smith is the executive director of Illinois Family Institute (501c3) and Illinois Family Action (501c4).

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David has almost 35 years of experience in public policy and grass-roots activism that includes countless interviews for numerous radio, television, cable programs and newspaper articles on topics such as the sanctity of life, natural marriage, broadcast decency, sex education, marijuana, gambling, abortion, homosexuality, tax policy, drug decriminalization and pornography.

He and his wife of 31 years are blessed with eight children, many of whom they homeschool. They believe their first God-given responsibility is to disciple their children—cultivating a love for God through faithful teaching and obedient living. Research consistently affirms that parents, ideally a mother and father, are the primary influencers in a child’s life. True discipleship involves sound doctrine, love for God and others, and a life lived in faithful obedience, all with the aim of raising healthy, productive individuals who honor God and love their neighbors.

Dave has also served as a precinct committeeman and served as an elder in his local church.

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