Best Jared Heath Podcasts (2024)

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Banned Books Week & Parents’ Concerns | Guest: Thomas Hampson (IFS #400) 24:28

3d ago24:28

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The week of September 22nd was announced as banned book week as proclaimed by the American Library Association. Thomas Hampson wrote an article for IFI about it. The concerns that parents have about inappropriate books being placed in the children’s section of the library is not void. To read more from Thomas Hampson, click here.… Continue Reading…

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Vote Jim Marter for 14th Congressional District (IFS Bonus Episode) 33:51

10h ago33:51

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Jim Marter is a Republican candidate for Congress in Illinois’ 14th Congressional District,and he believes our future is bright if we rein in big government, return to American freedoms and principles and send wise and knowledgeable, servant-leaders to Washington. In this special edition of Spotlight, Monte Larrick talks with James Marter about wha…

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Illinois, Go Vote! (IFS #399) 29:50

19h ago29:50

29:50

Monte Larrick and David Smith, executive director of the Illinois Family Institute, discuss why there are no rusty swords on the battle field of the public square, and how it is our duties as Christians to vote.… Continue Reading

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Toxic Empathy, Christian Empathy & Voting: Allie Beth Stuckey (IFS #398) 33:14

8d ago33:14

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Today we’re featuring Allie Beth Sutckey’s keynote address at IFI’s 2024 faith, family and freedom banquet. Stuckey is a Christian, wife, mother, and hit podcast host of the show “Relatable.” In this keynote, she breaks down her catchphrase for us: politics matter because policies matter because people matter. Watch IFI’s interview with Allie Beth …

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The Eclipse of God in America: Guest | Dr. Erwin Lutzer (IFS #397) 21:38

15d ago21:38

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Dr. Lutzer is the pastor emeritus of the Moody Church in Chicago, you can hear his lectures and teachings on Moody Radio. He is the author of nigh on countless highly acclaimed books, including The Church in Babylon, When a Nation Forgets God, and most recently, The Eclipse of God. In this episode, Monte Larrick asks Lutzer about his new book and w…

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323,000 Children Missing? | Guest: Thomas Hampson (IFS #396) 24:59

1M ago24:59

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In this episode, Monte Larrick discusses with Thomas Hampson where the children who come to America’s borders are now, the illegal alien predicament in our country, and more. Hamosn is the founder of the Freedom Alliance Foundation, and is a journalist for the Illinois Family Institute. To read his documentation about the missing children, click he…

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40 Days to Pray (IFS #395) 24:19

1M ago24:19

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In this episode, Monte Larrick interviews Catherine Walker, who works with 40 Days For Life. To sign up for a prayer shift, click here.… Continue Reading

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Live Up to America’s God Given Freedoms | Guest: Anni Cyrus (IFS #394) 20:29

2M ago20:29

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“As Christians our freedoms are given to us by God, not man. So why are we so afraid of man taking them away? Where is our faith? It is our duty as Christians to speak the truth and deliver the truth. . .we need to look into the level of faith we have lost in order to gain the popularity of our society.” ~Anni Cyrus Anni Cyrus fled from Iran as a t…

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Praying Outside of an Abortion Clinic is Terrorism? | Guest: David Shestokas (IFS #393) 29:17

2M ago29:17

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In this episode, Monte Larrick converses with David Shestokas about how pro-life activists in Illinois have been targeted by a candidate of the Cook County State’s Attorney position, about the general election coming up, and much more. To purchase David Shestokas’ books, click here and here.… Continue Reading…

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Building The Right Worldview: Ken Ham (IFS #392) 32:01

2M ago32:01

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Ken Ham is the founder and CEO of Answers in Genesis and it’s two popular attractions: The Ark Encounter and The Creation Museum. He’s an author and the #1 expert on the topic of Biblical creation. Today we feature a lecture he presented at the 2024 ICHE convention where he discussed how to build the right worldview to understand the world correctl…

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Go Public Pro Life (IFS #392) 24:43

2M ago24:43

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We’re featuring remarks from the Go Public for Pro Life rally, organized by Vision 2020. It was held across the street from the Planned Parenthood mill in Aurora, Illinois. Julie Garofalo is the executive director of the women’s crisis pregnancy center called Waterleaf across the street from that very same Planned Parenthood, Matt Yonke of the Pro …

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Impacting Voters: Election Intergrity in Illinois (IFS #391) 30:51

3M ago30:51

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Carol Davis is with Illinois Conservative Union and is the head of the Illinois Election Intergrity Program. She joins Monte to discuss the impact of mail-in ballots, the mess of our Illinois election system, how illegal immigrants are flooding our voter rolls, and voting strategies.… Continue Reading…

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Could New Illinois Be Just What Illinois Needs? (IFS #390) 29:59

3M ago29:59

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In this episode, Monte Larrick discusses a brilliant plan concocted by G.H. Merritt, founder of the project New Illinois… Continue Reading

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A Call to Pray (IFS #389) 39:55

3M ago39:55

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We want to encourage churches to host a special prayer gathering on September 25th or 26th – an event dedicated to humbly seeking God in prayer for our state and nation. In the spirit of corporate repentance, acknowledging our offenses before God as a nation, it is wise to prayerfully appeal to God, asking Him to forgive our national sins and to he…

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Babylon & Christianity: Martyn Iles (IFS #388) 52:42

3M ago52:42

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This episode features remarks given by Martyn Iles at the 2024 ICHE convention. Iles is an attorney and the chief ministry officer at Answers in Genesis. He touches on Babylon – the place – Babylon – the metaphor – and how we as believers can live a Christ-empowered life in a culture that opposes God.… Continue Reading…

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A Better America: Larry Elder, Allen West & Others On Building Back Our Country (IFS #387) 24:42

3M ago24:42

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We’re highlighting a news conference held during the 2023 Black Conservative SUmmit in Tinley Park, IL. You’ll hear from Dr. Eric Wallace, Robert Woodsen, Ken Blackwell, Larry Eldar and Lt. Col. Allen West in this episode on how to build a better America. To see these leaders in person, get tickets for the 2024 Black Conservative summit by clicking…

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Doctor-Assisted Suicide From the Perspective of a Doctor (IFS #386) 28:30

4M ago28:30

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Today we’re placing the spotlight on Dr. Benjamin German and his professional take on Illinois’ efforts to legalize doctor-assisted suicide. Dr. German is a primary caregiver in the Lawndale Christian Health Center on Chicago’s West side, and also an Illinois Representative in the Academy of Medical Ethics, the biomedical arm of the Christian Medic…

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Creation and Culture: A Conversation With Ken Ham (IFS #385) 30:42

4M ago30:42

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Ken Ham is the founder and CEO of Answers in Genesis and it’s two popular attractions: The Ark Encounter and The Creation Museum. He’s an author and the #1 expert on the topic of Biblical creation. He joins Monte Larrick for an interview at the 2024 Illinois Christian Home Educators conference.… Continue Reading…

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Love Thy Body: A Nancy Pearcy Presentation (IFS #384) 34:44

4M ago34:44

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We live in an age where public figures cannot say what a woman is, and by implication of course, that means they cannot say what a man is. ~Nancy Pearcy We’re featuring Nancy Pearcy’s presentation regarding her bestselling, critically acclaimed book about gender dysphoria, titled “Love Thy Body.” Pearcy is professor and scholar in resident at Houst…

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Freedom: How our Founders Viewed it (IFS #383) 30:42

4M ago30:42

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For this Independence Day week, we highlight a lecture expounding on how the founding fathers envisioned our country and how our freedoms should be used. Former state representative Peter Breen addresses what is occurring in our culture from the perspective of the executive Vice President and Head of Litigation for the Thomas More Society.… Continu…

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“How Can You Mess with Success?” A Conversation about Homeschooling (IFS#382) 26:03

5M ago26:03

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In this episode, Monte Larrick conducts his annual interview with ICHE’s executive director: Kirk Smith. The two go over why it’s so important to prioritize home discipleship over academics, threats to homeschooling in Springfield, how to avoid problematic curriculim, and much more. For more information, go to iche.org.… Continue Reading…

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Recovering Biblical Manhood (IFS #381) 28:13

5M ago28:13

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If you google the name Dr. Scott Lively, you will be harrunged by a multitude of centers and institutes calling him a fear mongerer and a homophobe. Well in this episode, we hear his true story. We’re featuring highlights from Dr. Scott Lively’s presentation during IFI’s 2024 “Recovering Manhood” worldview conference.… Continue Reading…

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Be Nehemiah: Discussing Fatherhood with Kent Evans (IFS #380) 29:43

5M ago29:43

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“Nobody has a time management problem; they have a prioritization problem.” ~Kent Evans In this episode, David Smith and Rich Hartian continue their discussion with Kent Evans, co-founder of Manhood Journey. Bring Your Hammer … Continue Reading

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Manhood Journey: A Conversation with Kent Evans (IFS #379) 26:44

5M ago26:44

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Kent Evans is the co-founder of Manhood Journey, a ministry that helps dads become disciple makers. After a 20 year career as a business leader, he embarked on biblical fatherhood ministry projects. He joins David Smith and Richard Hartian for a conversation on biblical fatherhood.… Continue Reading

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Election 2024: What to Expect (IFS #378) 18:46

6M ago18:46

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In this episode, Monte Larrick interviews pastor Myles Holmes of Revive Church regarding what should Christians expect in the upcoming elections.… Continue Reading

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What’s Happening In Springfield (IFS #377) 28:13

6M ago28:13

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In this episode, Monte Larrick travels to Springfield. IFI’s lobbyist, David Curtain, has some important legislative updates for us to hear.… Continue Reading

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Why Manhood Matters (IFS #376) 30:39

6M ago30:39

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We are featuring remarks from pastor Myles Holmes of Revive church, located in Collinsville, IL. He addressed IFI’s worldview conference back in March on why manhood matters.… Continue Reading

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The Toxic War on Masculinity (IFS #375) 28:16

7M ago28:16

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In this episode, we feature remarks given by Nancy Pearcy at IFI’s annual Worldview Conference. An author, professor and speaker, Nancy Pearcy has done extensive research on the war against manhood, and presented her findings in her book The Toxic War On Masculinity.… Continue Reading

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A Double Whammy (IFS #374) 22:22

7M ago22:22

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In this edition of Spotlight, we feature remarks given by Tom Brejcha, a renowned legal expert from the Thomas More Society–and after the break, we highlight Self Evident’s Kenna Rose and her presentation given at our recent annual worldview conference.… Continue Reading

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A Legislative Update (IFS #373) 22:11

7M ago22:11

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In this episode, IFI’s Monte Larrick gets lobbyist David Curtain’s perspective on the upcoming legislative sessions.… Continue Reading

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When The FBI Comes Banging: A Conversation With Mark Houck (IFS #371) 19:17

7M ago19:17

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In this episode, Monte Larrick interviews Mark Houck, a pro-life activist who had his house raided by the FBI due to his values.… Continue Reading

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A Pro-Life Update from Attorney Peter Breen (IFS #370) 25:49

8M ago25:49

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In this episode, Attorney Peter Breen from the Thomas More Society gives pro-life updates at the 2024 Speakout Illinois Conference.… Continue Reading

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A Conversation with Scott Lively (IFS #369) 21:57

8M ago21:57

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In this edition of Spotlight, Monte Larrick converses with Scott Lively, author and founder of Biblical Worldview Resource Center.… Continue Reading

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Putting A Smile On God’s Face: Encouragement From Englewood (IFS #369) 28:29

8M ago28:29

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In this episode, Monte Larrick learns about the ministry of City Life Center. Located in the heart of Chicago, this church runs a crisis pregnancy center and so much more inside their doors, blessing their community in ways that surely puts a smile on God’s face. Pastor of City Life, Charles Moodie, is the spokesperson.… Continue Reading…

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Assisted Suicide And Illinois (IFS #368) 27:05

8M ago27:05

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In this edition of Spotlight, we feature a presentation given by Alex Schadenberg of the Euthanasia Prevention Coalition, given last year at Speakout Illinois’ annual conference. There is still time to register for this year’s conference on March 16th! For more information, click here.… Continue Reading…

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Marriage & Generation Z (IFS #367) 37:33

9M ago37:33

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In this episode, David Smith & Richard Hartian have a fascinating conversation about how to talk to Generation Z about setting up a healthy and successful life with Scott Phelps, the founder of Abstinence & Marriage. In April 2004, A&M Partnership was founded with a vision of providing training and support for educators around the country with the …

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Christ & The Human Mind (IFS #366) 49:49

9M ago49:49

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Healthy worship . . . is perceiving God accurately, really knowing who God is, and then responding accordingly. ~ Dr. Benzio In this episode, David & Monte talk with Dr. Karl Benzio, a Christian psychiatrist & co-founder of Honey Lake Clinic down in Greeneville, Florida. Dr. Benzio expounds on the power of worship and how it relates to your decisio…

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A Conversation With Darren Bailey (IFS #364) 44:28

9M ago44:28

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Darren Bailey is running for Congress! The beloved former State Senator is fighting to let the voice of the people be heard in the halls of the U.S. House, and in this episode of Spotlight, IFA’s David Smith asks him what he would do to ensure a safe border and much more. To find out how you can support Bailey’s campaign, go to baileyforillinois.co…

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Encouragement from Joe Schiedler (IFS #363) 28:38

10M ago28:38

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“The time is out of joint. O cursed plight that ever I was born to set it right!” ~Hamlet Joseph Schiedler has a legacy of 50 years of peaceful, pro-life activism. Schiedler and his wife, Anne, co-founded the Chicago based Pro-Life Action League. During an IFI forum on the pro-life movement back in 2021, Schiedler spoke on moments from his life and…

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Christians, Politics & A Springfield Update (IFS #362) 24:56

10M ago24:56

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Today’s episode highlights an IFI Forum for pastors & leaders, hosted by the Spirit of Liberty Church of God in Markham, IL. In the first half, you will hear from IFI’s David Smith on why Christians should be involved in politics and the 40 Days For Life Campaign. He also notes the unique opportunities the immigration crisis provides for Christ fol…

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Hope In Chicago (IFS #361) 24:43

10M ago24:43

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Pastor Charles Moodie is building a Crisis Pregnancy Care Center right in the heart of Chicago. And today, we feature his story. Moodie is the pastor of Chicago City Life Center church. His congregation is involved in several outreach ministries in Englewood community.… Continue ReadingBy David Smith

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Springfield Update (IFS #360) 22:36

10M ago22:36

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David Curtain is IFI’s Lobbyist in the Illinois General Assembly, and in this episode of Spotlight, Curtain breaks down what this session in Springfield could look like.… Continue ReadingBy David Smith

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Sanity As Insurrection (IFS #385) 36:12

10M ago36:12

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Happy New Year! This episode is a fantastic way to ring in 2024 as pastor Douglas Wilson stresses the importance of asking sane questions–ones that strike at the heart of the matter–when we engage in debate with our adversaries because “… deliberate and premeditated sanity is a challenge to the powers that be.” You can watch this presentation by cl…

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The Story of Riley Gaines (IFS #384) 30:46

11M ago30:46

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In this episode, Miss Gaines presents her story to a Will County Republican banquet.… Continue ReadingBy David Smith

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SB 1909, Planned Parenthood’s Favorite Bill (IFS #383) 25:28

11M ago25:28

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Today’s episode features a two-for-one! In the first half, we have remarks given by former state representative Peter Breen at the Will County Republican Banquet. Breen is the executive vice president & head of litigation for the Chicago based Thomas More Society. Breen addressed the new law backed by Planned Parenthood: SB 1909 could potentially f…

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Awake Illinois! (IFS #382) 31:13

11M ago31:13

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Today, we highlight remarks given by Shannon Adcock, founder of the grassroots organization Awake Illinois. The lecture she presented was for the Foundations of Faith and Family Conference, hosted by the Spirit of Liberty Church in Markham, Illinois. Awake Illinois was founded in 2021 and works to expose the sexualization of children in our public …

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Banquet Bonus (IFS #381) 33:01

12M ago33:01

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In this episode, we feature IFI executive director David Smith giving his remarks at the annual Fall banquet earlier this November. After the break, our keynote, Eric Metaxas, answers questions posed by prominent pastors in Illinois.… Continue ReadingBy David Smith

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Eric Metaxas: Letter to The American Church (Illinois Family Spotlight #380) 25:26

12M ago25:26

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Eric Metaxas sits down with IFI’s Monte Larrick to discuss America, Christ’s return and how we, as Christians, should live. You can find more about Eric through here.… Continue ReadingBy David Smith

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The American Spiritual Conflict (Illinois Family Spotlight #379) 33:37

12M ago33:37

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This episode features a message from the Reverend Stephen Broden from the “Rebuilding the Foundations of Faith and Family conference, hosted by The Spirit of Liberty church located in Markham, IL. Rev. Broden is the senior pastor of Fairpark Bible Fellowship, located in Texas. He is also the chairman of the Gone Too Far movement. … Continue Reading…

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Policies that Impact Your Family (Illinois Family Spotlight #378) 27:36

1y ago27:36

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Today we’re featuring remarks made by former State Rep. Jeanne Ives. In addition to her service to the legislature, Ives is a WestPoint Graduate, a U.S. veteran, mother of five, and co-founder of Breakthrough Ideas. Her lecture regards the top 5 public policies that impact the American family.… Continue Reading…

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