By Mark Elfstrand, Cultural Affairs Writer
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03.15.25
What is the difference between a betrayer and a traitor? Cambridge dictionary defines a betrayer as “a person who is not loyal to their country or to another person, often doing something harmful such as giving information to an enemy."
By Thomas Hampson
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03.12.25
It is a mystery why any victim advocate would support HB 1302. The bill, sponsored by State Representative Kelly Cassidy (D-Chicago), amends four separate sections of Illinois’ criminal code. While framed as a progressive reform, several provisions risk undermining victim rights and enabling the abuse of the justice system.
By Alyssa Sonnenburg
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03.11.25
America is in a family crisis. We have declining marriage rates and lower birth rates than ever before.
By Mark Elfstrand, Cultural Affairs Writer
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03.07.25
There are often times when my mind weighs in on hot button issues as I consider a “pastoral response.” Not being a pastor—but having served in various ministry leadership roles—makes this not too much of a stretch. I feel for pastors who take a stand—and pay for it.
03.05.25
Did you know that Planned Parenthood, the most prominent abortion provider in the U.S., is likely struggling right now for survival?
By Alyssa Sonnenburg
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03.01.25
The dangers of social media have been well-documented in recent years.
By Ecce Verum
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02.28.25
In the last two articles, I explained the Second-Victim Narrative that mainstream pro-lifers tend to employ: "Abortion commits violence against both women and babies."
By Alyssa Sonnenburg
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02.27.25
Did you know that nearly 25% of all pregnancies in America end in abortion?
By Ecce Verum
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02.25.25
Over a year ago, I wrote a series of articles about why abortion isn't always a "choice" in the way the abortion industry wants you to believe. The system is marketed this way, but this catchphrase often masks hidden pressures in a woman's life which make the choice far from free.
By Alyssa Sonnenburg
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02.24.25
Voting does not just occur on election day. Here in America, we get to vote on a daily basis with our dollars.
By Alyssa Sonnenburg
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02.22.25
In this episode of Self Evident, Kenna and Jenna sit down with the founders of Social Lights, David Robison and Nathan Bilkis, to discuss the loneliness epidemic that Generation Z is facing.
By Ecce Verum
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02.21.25
Last time, I explained the Second-Victim Narrative that mainstream pro-lifers tend to employ: "Abortion commits violence against both women and babies."
By Alyssa Sonnenburg
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02.21.25
Education is vitally important. It produces a variety of societal and economic benefits, including cognitive skills, civic engagement, career opportunities, communication skills, social mobility, and many more.
By David E. Smith
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02.20.25
Now more than ever, Christians must contend for the institutions of marriage and family. Forecasts that 1 in 3 young adults in the U.S. today will never marry signify a closing of the “American heart.” Please join IFI for our annual Worldview Conference on Saturday, March 8th in Downers Grove as we examine this issue through a biblical lens.
By Kenna Rose
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02.19.25
Politics, Why it Matters by Andrew Gamble is a short book on politics. The preface and first chapter talk about human conflict, flourishing, and peace, and how politics weaves them together. Gamble says that every human interaction involves politics because politics governs and guides our interactions.
