We live in a violent, chaotic world and it is no accident. This is the direct result of a culture drifting further away from a Biblical worldview and into secularism. Left-wing “social justice” groups now justify verbal and physical assaults on federal law enforcement, while pushing open borders that have allowed tens of millions to enter illegally in just four years. Their agenda is clear: weaken or abolish immigration enforcement, expand sanctuary protections, and redefine migration as a “human right” without borders or accountability.

Their rallying cry “no human being is illegal” twists morality, denying the reality of lawbreaking while ignoring the humanity of preborn babies. These revolutionaries frame federal Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents as abusive and racist to justify their lawless ends. Yet they are only doing their job to enforce federal laws.

Christians, however, know the truth. Legal, controlled immigration has always strengthened our nation; the U.S. lawfully admits one million new residents each year, on average. But open borders bring devastating consequences: they strain schools, hospitals, and public services, fueling cartels and human and drug trafficking, and exploit migrants themselves. Open borders weaken the rule of law, depress wages for working families, and erode the unity needed for assimilation and shared national identity.

Our nation cannot endure without a shared language, a common culture, genuine compassion, and secure borders. That’s why a controlled, lawful immigration system is essential. It enables newcomers to integrate into the American way of life while preserving the unity that holds our nation together.

Governor Pritzker’s defiance in refusing to allow National Guard troops under federal control reflects an alarming shift toward state obstruction of federal authority, while Mayor Brandon Johnson’s executive order declaring city land off-limits to ICE is a stark rejection of lawful immigration enforcement. Both moves empower chaos over order—siding with ideological defiance rather than protecting the rule of law.

Regarding the protests and riots focused on federal law enforcement officials, Scripture warns that the Lord hates bloodshed, wicked plans, and division (Prov. 6:16–19). Jesus, the Prince of Peace, calls His people to be peacemakers (Matt. 5:9).

So we pray—for justice, for peace in our cities, for wisdom for our political officials, and for the Gospel of Peace to triumph over the anger, threats, and violence of our age.

Please Pray:

• Pray that Governor JB Pritzker and Mayor Brandon Johnson would repent from their sinful thoughts, actions and agenda. Pray that they would come to know and trust Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior.

• Pray for justice and righteousness to be established in the city of Chicago and throughout Illinois.

• Pray for God’s protection over ICE officers and their families as they risk their lives to safeguard our communities.

• Pray that local law enforcement would cooperate with them in removing criminal illegal aliens.

• Pray for our local police officers, who daily put their lives on the line for our safety.

• Pray that President Trump would govern with wisdom and pursue policies that honor biblical truth and principles.

• Pray for the soldiers being deployed to Chicago and other cities. Pray that their work to enforce state and federal laws would result in a dramatic reduction in crime.

• Pray that the abortion pill would be banned by the FDA and that abortion access would be curtailed in Illinois, just as Louisiana has become Planned Parenthood-free.

• Pray for repentance in our universities and colleges that are intent on indoctrinating students with radical, anti-biblical ideologies.

• Pray that more parents would withdraw their children from public schools that are hostile to God and choose Christ-centered education.

• Pray for an end to the genocide of Christians in Africa – especially in Nigeria – where thousands are slaughtered annually for their faith.

• Pray that a government shutdown would not hinder conservative efforts to rein in reckless federal spending.

• Pray that the Trump administration would resist efforts to reschedule high-potency marijuana and to expand access to the abortion pill.

• Pray that Illinois lawmakers would fail in attempts to pass physician-assisted suicide, the Homeschool Act, prostitution legalization, and other dangerous bills during the Fall Veto Session.

• Pray that many Christian conservatives would be moved to run for office against radical leftist incumbents.

• Pray that Christian voters would turn out in the upcoming Primary to support strong conservative candidates.

• Pray that the Church would boldly proclaim truth and drown out the lies of a darkened culture.

• Pray for an end to the war in Israel, the release of hostages, and that justice and peace would prevail in the region.

• Pray for the surrender of Hamas and the release of hostages.

• Pray for the peace of Jerusalem (Psalm 122:6-8)

• Please pray that God will use the upcoming IFI Annual Banquet with Riley Gaines to raise much-needed support and revenue so that we can continue our work and ministry – for the glory of the King of kings.