Choose life

Choose life

“I call heaven and earth as witnesses today against you, that I have set before you life and death, blessing and cursing; therefore choose life, that both you and your descendants may live…”

~Deuteronomy 30:19

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.

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By Rev. Thorin Anderson   |   03.15.24
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Note of Gratitude
This is a sincere and heartfelt thank you to everyone continues to pray for, support and encourages the IFI team. We try to respond personally to each individual who supports us, but we will never know this side of heaven who support us in prayer.
By David E. Smith   |   11.27.24
Self Evident: October 7th Through The Eyes of A Survivor
"Israelis are used to rockets... it's normal for them. But this [October 7] was a whole new level." In this crucial conversation with Maia Poet, an Israeli/American citizen, Maia shares the Israeli side of the Gaza war and her personal experience living through the October 7 attack. Maia will also delve into some of the history of the Middle East along with the culture of Gaza.
By Alyssa Sonnenburg   |   11.26.24
Snowflake Rehab?
For the most part, America has been spared early snowstorms in 2024. Colorado being a significant exception. Here in Illinois, it is not unusual for us to get a white covering as early as October! 
The Brilliance of the Electoral College
After the signing of the Constitution in September 1787, Elizabeth Willing Powel asked Benjamin Franklin, “Well, Doctor, what have we got, a republic or a monarchy?” Franklin responded, “A republic, if you can keep it.”
By James M. Odom   |   11.23.24
Face to Face: Crucial Conversations on Abortion
Lila Rose recently held a 20-minute roundtable discussion featuring Jill Stanek and Patricia Sandoval. Both women entered the medical field wanting to help women. However, the practices that they uncovered and the trauma they both experienced through witnessing an abortion opened their eyes to the reality of the abortion industry actively functioning inside hospitals.
By Alyssa Sonnenburg   |   11.23.24
Biblical Manhood, Social Justice & Woke Ideology
Dr. Voddie Baucham is a husband, father to nine children, former pastor, church planter, and professor. He currently serves as Dean of the School of Divinity at African Christian University in Lusaka, Zambia. The video interview below is a fantastic and highly recommended episode of "The Sunday Special" from Ben Shapiro and The Daily Wire featuring Dr. Baucham.
By David E. Smith   |   11.22.24
Observations from Springfield
The Democrats will still have supermajorities in each chamber of the Illinois General Assembly in the 104th General Assembly (2025-2026). It seems that they are primarily focused on legislative ways to “Trump-proof” Illinois, whatever that entails.
By David Curtin   |   11.21.24
Self Evident: Missing the Truth with Anni Cyrus
In part 1 of Self Evident's interview with Anni Cyrus, Anni recounted her firsthand experiences of living under Sharia Law in Iran, how she escaped, and how she eventually came to know Christ. This episode features Anni's work in her ministry, Live Up To Freedom. Anni will also address the pro-Palestinian attitude across American universities and key information that is left out when teaching about Islam.
By Alyssa Sonnenburg   |   11.21.24
“Trump-Proofing” Illinois Has Begun
In keeping with Governor JB Pritzker's promise to "Trump-Proof" Illinois, his party is preparing to ram through HB 5164, which has already passed in the Illinois House. The bill will make it almost impossible to find illegal immigrants with a criminal history and/or those who have committed crimes while on American soil, for the purpose of deportation.
By Kathy Valente   |   11.20.24
A Growing Concern: Plummeting Birthrates
Low fertility is a growing topic of concern both in our nation and around the world. Newsweek published an article in early November reporting that “One in three Gen Zers and millennials do not have and do not want to have children…”
By David E. Smith   |   11.20.24
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