Self Evident Podcast

Self Evident Podcast

Join the Self Evident speakers 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

Good Friday
The death and Resurrection of Jesus Christ is the foundation of the Christian faith. That life can arise miraculously from darkness and death, brings us great hope. As Spring and "new life" emerge, God's promise of resurrection can be seen everywhere. This hope that Christians share is something far greater than the changing of seasons.
By Alyssa Sonnenburg   |   02.14.25
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We Heart Nutrition: A Vitamin Company You Can Trust
Taking healthy supplements is one of the most important steps in your day-to-day routine. Unfortunately, finding the best, high-quality supplements is extremely difficult as most contain preservatives, artificial flavors, and unnecessary additives.
By Alyssa Sonnenburg   |   04.18.25
King of Kings: Is it Worth the Watch?
King of Kings, an animated film meant for children, was officially released on April 11th by Angel Studios. Like all animated movies such as Moana and Frozen, children naturally gravitate toward this type of content, and parents often find these types of movies enjoyable as well for movie night.
By Alyssa Sonnenburg   |   04.17.25
Sign Up for IFI’s Gideon’s Army
Christian conservatives could have a greater influence on our culture and the political process if only more of us were willing to engage in prayer and activism. Scripture exhorts us to do both: Pray for our leaders (1 Timothy 2:1-7), and live out our faith (James 1:22). If every conservative Christian did this, our state and nation would not be submerged in the cesspool in which we currently find ourselves.
By David E. Smith   |   04.17.25
Jesus Christ. Savior, Not Superstar
We’ve come to what is often referred to as “Holy Week.” Bar none, it brings us to the most significant of all Christian events in history.
Self Evident: Promoting a Culture of Life with Sarah Gabel Seifert
Sarah Gabel Seifert is the Founder and President of EveryLife Diaper Company, the only pro-life diaper company on the market today as all other major brands like Pampers, Huggies, Luvs, and Honest either support Planned Parenthood vocally or financially.
By Alyssa Sonnenburg   |   04.15.25
High Truancy Rates Say So Much About Government Schools
According to the 2024 Illinois Report Card, chronic truancy—defined as missing more than 1 percent but less than 5 percent school days without a valid excuse—stood at 25.7% statewide, slightly up from 25.1% in 2023. Since 2022, Illinois allows five excused mental health days without a doctor’s note, but unexcused absences still trigger truancy warnings...
By Fran Eaton   |   04.14.25
Diatribe: State Rep. Costa Howard Attempts to Justify HB 2827
Frustrated with persistent opposition to HB 2827, "The Homeschool (Registration) Act," State Representative Terra Costa Howard (D-Lombard) took approximately three minutes on Friday morning to gripe about why she isn't going to relent on pushing her bill.
By David E. Smith   |   04.12.25
Why Parents Are Ditching Govt Schools for Homeschooling
As government schools continue to fail students, home education has become increasingly popular. Here's how you can do it with your children.
By Alex Newman   |   04.11.25
The Purpose of Family
When God designed the family, it wasn’t a haphazard or random design. He had a purpose in mind for the family and the role it would play in the unfolding of His plan for humanity.
By Walker Wildmon   |   04.11.25
Illinois Home Educators Face “Guilty Until Proven Innocent” Label
Wednesday morning, State Representative Terra Costa-Howard (D-Lombard) brought before the Illinois House’s Education Policy Committee an amendment to her “Anti-Homeschool Act’ that would - for the first time - require Illinois homeschooling families to register their students with the state.
By Fran Eaton   |   04.10.25
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