Pithy Prayers
The most common nickname for Chicago is The Windy City. I used to think it referred to the weather. But Chicago is…
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Legislative Update & Witness Slips for the Week of May 11, 2026
The Illinois General Assembly is in the homestretch before its May 31 adjournment. Several bad bills are still moving through committees and…
By David Curtin
Illinois Expands Gambling, Then Treats the Disorder
More than 1 in 3 boys have gambled. Over half of adults have too. This isn’t “harmless fun”—it’s addictive. The house always…
My First Mother’s Day
In a culture that often devalues marriage, children, and family, Christian mothers are shaping souls, building homes, and leaving an eternal legacy.…
Why Worship Matters to Christian Moms
Christian mothers play a powerful role in shaping the spiritual foundation of the home. Worship, prayer, and faithfully pointing children to Christ…
Registration is Now Open for IFI’s Annual Banquet!
Registration is NOW OPEN for the annual IFI Banquet featuring nationally renowned pro-life speaker Seth Gruber! Join conservatives from across Illinois for…
“Highest Property Taxes in the Country”: Illinois Lawmakers Push for Relief
Illinois families are drowning in rising costs—gasoline, food, insurance, utilities. And now Springfield risks driving property taxes even higher? Enough is enough.…
By David E. Smith and David Curtin
The State Is Not a Parent
For the past half century, I have watched the federal government, state governments, and local governments throughout this country - including here…
Guardrails, Schmardrails.
Illinois Democrats are bent on removing every possible barrier to the life-altering procedures of abortion and gender reassignment, and last week, they…
A Wrinkle in Time
May is Older Americans Month—a time to honor the generations who understood that marriage isn’t disposable. It takes faithfulness, sacrifice, and commitment…
Playing By the Rules
God calls us to live by His rules—not the world’s. When we compromise truth for convenience, we lose our witness and weaken…
Join Us for a Time of Prayer in Springfield
Our state doesn’t need more politics—it needs prayer. Stand with believers across Illinois on May 20 to intercede for our leaders, families,…