Defending Truth with Riley Gaines Barker
 
Defending Truth with Riley Gaines Barker
Written By Alyssa Sonnenburg   |   12.13.25

Riley Gaines Barker was a NCAA Division 1 swimmer who gained national attention when she stood up for women’s sports and women’s spaces. Her unapologetic dedication to defending women in women’s sports comes from her lived experience in the NCAA and from her conviction as a Christian.

We were honored to have Riley Barker as our keynote speaker at our annual Faith, Family & Freedom Banquet back in November.

In her speech, Riley time and again highlights the importance of biblical truth and the reality of God’s design for sexuality, marriage, and family.

“The most purposeful, satisfactory, rewarding, and fulfilling job is… being a mom.”

Riley’s message of truth and boldness is timely, and is a message that you won’t want to miss.

Click the link below to watch Riley’s speech.

YouTube video


Alyssa Sonnenburg
Alyssa Sonnenburg is a disciple of Jesus and a dedicated wife and mom. She serves as an author, executive assistant, and radio personality representing Illinois Family Institute on WPEO’s “The Good Word” Program and “Next Generation Roundtable” with Point of View. With a passion for biblical truth, she seeks to use words and conversations to bring clarity to her culture and generation....
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