Self Evident Podcast

Self Evident Podcast

Join the Self Evident speakers as they tackle the issues facing their generation by speaking biblical truth in love.

Defending Homeschooling

Defending Homeschooling

David Smith, Executive Director of Illinois Family Institute speaks out on HB 2827 on Fox News.  Watch the passionate interview here!

Defending Families

Defending Families

“Let each of you look out not only for his own interests, but also for the interests of others.”

~Phil. 2:4

Equipping The Body of Christ

Equipping The Body of Christ

“You are the light of the world… Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works and glorify your Father in heaven.”

~Matt. 5:14-16

Session 6: Understanding Islam Sharia
Sharia isn’t a benign religious code—it’s a political system built for conquest. This session reveals how Islam’s dual strategy of peace-when-weak and force-when-strong, plus modern Islamist movements, makes Sharia utterly incompatible with American liberty.
By David E. Smith   |   04.05.25
Latest Articles
Babies are Not Safe in Pro-Life States
Is your state proudly pro-life? Did your legislature have a trigger law poised to crack down on abortion as soon as the Supreme Court changed the landscape? Were your clinics forced to close after Roe fell? Did you send all those pro-choice OBGYNs packing after Dobbs came down? 
By Ecce Verum   |   12.02.25
When the Left Can’t Win Arguments… They Send Glitter
A petty glitter-bomb stunt aimed at IFI is making headlines — and exposing the Left’s growing intolerance toward Christians. The incident underscores why IFI’s work in Illinois is more urgent than ever.
By David E. Smith   |   12.02.25
Assisted-Suicide Bill Awaits Governor’s Decision
Scripture commands us to rescue those “being led away to death.” Assisted-suicide laws do the opposite—they legitimize despair and fuel the deadly Werther effect of suicide contagion. Please pray and act to oppose this destructive agenda.
By David E. Smith   |   12.01.25
Session 5: The True History of the Israeli Palestinian Crisis
Most Americans have been sold a false history of Israel and “Palestine.” This session cuts through the propaganda and walks you through the biblical, historical, and political truth—exposing the myths universities and the media won’t touch.
By David E. Smith   |   11.29.25
Judicial Tyranny: When a Court Bans a Child From Church
What happens when a judge decides that normal Christian beliefs—Bible teaching, salvation, the Second Coming—are “dangerous” for a child? In Maine, it led to a court order banning an 11-year-old from church and undermining her mother’s authority. This is judicial tyranny in real time.
By Israel Wayne   |   11.28.25
A Grateful People
Gratitude isn’t naïve—it’s obedience. In a year marked by turmoil and rising hostility, Christians are called to give thanks with confidence in the God who holds the future.
By David E. Smith   |   11.27.25
RICO Case against Illinois Pastor Lee & President Trump Dismissed
Georgia has dropped the RICO “election interference” case against President Trump & Chaplain Lee. After years of media hysteria, yet another harassment suit in the Left’s lawfare campaign has fallen apart.
By David E. Smith   |   11.26.25
Thanks, but No Thanks
How can a faith-centered person of influence (me) write such words in a season of thanksgiving? It’s not so far-fetched.
Have a Blessed and Safe Thanksgiving
“In everything give thanks, for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you.” ~1 Thessalonians 5:18 KJV
By David E. Smith   |   11.25.25
Socialism Undermines Faith, Family, and Freedom
America just elected a socialist mayor in its largest city—and many Christians don’t see a problem. Why? Because our culture, schools, and even some pulpits have forgotten how clearly Scripture contradicts socialism. We must understand how Marxism is a direct assault on faith, family, and freedom.
By Dr. Jerry Newcombe   |   11.24.25
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Biblical Perspectives on Immigration from an Evangelical Chicago Pastor