Pastor Paul Blair: An Introduction to Islam
The crescent is rising — but many churches remain asleep. A quick look at Islam’s origins and goals reveals why biblical clarity…
Articles by David E. Smith
Prayer Alert: Veto Session and More…
As lawmakers return to Springfield, critical issues hang in the balance. From efforts to expand sanctuary policies to the growing corruption of…
Assisted Suicide and False Death Certificates
Some Illinois lawmakers are trying to push through a deceptive “End-of-Life Options” bill that would legalize physician-assisted suicide and allow falsified death…
SCOTUS: Five Cases to Watch
The SCOTUS is considering several pivotal cases impacting the sanctity of life, the freedom to live out our faith, and the God-given…
IFI Statement on the “Equality for Every Family Act”
Illinois lawmakers have chosen ideology over integrity. By embracing Gov. Pritzker’s so-called Equality for Every Family Act, they’ve redefined parenthood, erased motherhood…
SCOTUS Hears Arguments on Christian Counseling Ban
Pray for the U.S. Supreme Court as it considers Chiles v. Salazar—a case that could decide whether Christian counselors are free to…
Religious Conviction vs. Illinois State Mandate
Illinois is forcing faith-based employers to pay for abortion through their health insurance plans. When government compels Christians to underwrite the destruction…
Prayer Bulletin for October 2025
A nation cannot endure without secure borders, a shared language, and common values. When immigration is lawful and orderly, it strengthens America…
Banned Books Week Is a Sham
Don’t be fooled: Banned Books Week isn’t about free speech—it’s about pushing an agenda. Behind the slogans of “intellectual freedom,” activists highlight…
Celebrate Constitution Day!
Today is Constitution Day, marking 238 years since the signing of the U.S. Constitution. Some seek to replace liberty and limited government…
Prayer Bulletin for September 2025
Assassinations. Murders in our streets. From Charlie Kirk’s killing to 310+ homicides in Chicago this year—America is reaping what it has sown.…
Remembering Charlie Kirk
The cowardly assassination of Charlie Kirk is a sobering reminder of the darkness in our world—and the hope we have in Christ.…