Still Work to be Done!
It is easy to become angry, disheartened, and perhaps even fearful about the cultural trajectory of our nation and the world. In…
Por David E. Smith
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Exposing Black Lives Matter
In my lifetime I have seen a number of organizations and movements pull at the heartstrings of the African American community. In…
Por David E. Smith
Apologetics in the Family
There was a time in my life when I questioned everything. I questioned the existence of God. I questioned the reality of…
Por David E. Smith
Born in Bethlehem, Living in Our Hearts
Tyrants ancient and modern have tried to erase any sign of Jesus. It didn’t work then, and it won’t work now.
Por David E. Smith
It’s a Wonderful Life and the Value of a Church
What if we were to rephrase George Bailey's question and ask: What would be lost if a church didn't exist?
Por IFI Staff
Attacks on Prayer From Anti-Christian Foundation
There’s an enormous misunderstanding regarding the U.S. Constitution as it relates to religion and it’s causing all sorts of trouble for folks…
Por David E. Smith
Relativity, Moral Relativism, and the Modern Age
Moral relativism and the rejection of absolute truth now shape the modern post-Christian mind. Indeed, relativism is virtually taken for granted, at…
Por David E. Smith
‘Christian Terrorists’ Don’t Exist
Workplace violence strikes again. “Allahu Akbar!” evidently means, “I quit,” and pipe bombs are the new resignation letter. Southern Baptist redneck Syed…
Por David E. Smith
No Room in the Inn, But How About a Capitol? Nativity Scene in Springfield
There is room for the baby Jesus, Mary and Joseph at the center of Illinois government. Thanks to a group of private…
Por Monte Larrick
Pastor Opposes District 211 Policy for Gender-Rejecting Student
Palatine resident and pastor of the Village Church of Barrington, David W. Jones, attended the District 211 Board of Education meeting on…
Por Laurie Higgins
‘Emmaus Code’ Shows Jesus is the Messiah
One of my favorite C.S. Lewis quotes points out, as only Lewis could, that Jesus was either the Messiah (and the Son…
Por David E. Smith
The Fall of Western Snivelization
It is as though someone dropped our culture, what remains of it, into a fifty gallon drum of solvent, and then complained…
Por David E. Smith
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Religious Speech and Hate Crimes
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Procedure for Rescinding Membership
Model by-law language for how and when membership may be rescinded, by the church or the member. From Alliance Defending Freedom (ADF).
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Model Membership Agreement
A model agreement members sign to affirm the church's statement of faith and standards of conduct. From Alliance Defending Freedom (ADF).
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The Importance of a Membership Policy
How a clear membership policy in your by-laws protects your church when it practices church discipline. From Alliance Defending Freedom (ADF).
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