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

Religious Liberty

Religious Liberty

An individual’s civil rights of religious liberty and freedom of conscience should be affirmed and free from government interference.

SB 3138: The Mental Health Industry’s Latest Power Grab
SB 3138 may come up for a vote next week. If it passes, most people won't notice. There will be no dramatic headlines. Springfield will call it a routine update to an existing children's mental health law. This is the intent—stay low-key; the less noticeable, the better.
By Thomas Hampson   |   04.13.26
Latest Articles
The Southern Poverty Law Center: An Empire Built on Fear
The SPLC built a massive empire labeling mainstream conservative and Christian groups as “hate”—while raking in hundreds of millions in donations. Follow the money. Follow the agenda. Fear is their business model.
By Thomas Hampson   |   04.25.26
Speak Out Against Yet Another Abortion Expansion in Illinois
Just when it seems Governor Pritzker and Congressional Democrats couldn’t possibly expand abortion any further in the Land of Lincoln, they find another way.
By Bethany Bachman   |   04.24.26
Hiding in Plain View
Easter has come and gone—along with the Bunny, egg hunts, and family traditions. But are we ignoring the most important truth? Christ calls us to repent and believe.
By Rev. Thorin Anderson   |   04.24.26
Finland’s Psychiatric Study Proves That “Gender-Affirming Care” Makes Kids Worse
A major Finnish psychiatric study is raising serious concerns about so-called “gender-affirming care” for minors. Mental health struggles remain even after intervention. We should be helping kids, not experimenting on them. Truth and compassion demand better.
By Alyssa Sonnenburg   |   04.24.26
VIDEOS: IFI’s 2026 Worldview Conference
Drawing on four decades of research and 30 years of worldview analysis, Dr. George Barna offers a sobering, data-driven assessment of where the church stands—and why Christians can no longer afford complacency. His message is reinforced by Dr. Mark Zumhagen and Rev. Ceasar LeFlore.
By David E. Smith   |   04.23.26
Join the Movement to Overturn Obergefell
When Obergefell was originally passed, it was championed as this win for “adult equality.” After all, it was marketed as homosexual couples just wanting the same legal benefits as heterosexual couples, such as tax breaks.
By Alyssa Sonnenburg   |   04.23.26
The Predator Protection Act
Illinois lawmakers are considering changes that reduce restrictions on convicted child sex offenders—cutting buffer zones near schools and easing reporting requirements. This isn’t reform. It’s a step backward for child safety. Protecting children should be non-negotiable.
By Thomas Hampson   |   04.22.26
Legislative Alert for the Week of April 20, 2026
Springfield is moving fast—multiple bills advancing that will impact families, parental rights, and our communities. If we stay silent, we shouldn’t be surprised by the results. Don’t assume others will speak up—your voice matters. Your prayers matter.
By David Curtin   |   04.21.26
Mandate Número Nueve (9)
HB 4372 just passed the Illnois House: mandating “Latine studies” in every public school. More identity-based mandates. More bureaucracy. Same failing outcomes. They’re not requiring schools to teach real history—just to check identity boxes. Meanwhile, students keep falling behind in math, science, and reading.
By Rev. Calvin Lindstrom   |   04.21.26
Tiger Woods, Puka Nacua, YOU, and Human Flourishing
We talk about “human flourishing” like it’s a formula. But Scripture already gave us the answer: Fear God. Keep His commandments. That’s the foundation—everything else is vanity.
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