Churches Can Speak Freely. The IRS Just Confirmed It.
Dear Friend,
For over 70 years, pastors and churches across America were led to believe a lie. Namely, that speaking about elections, political issues, or candidates from the pulpit or in their ministries could cost their church its tax-exempt status.
That myth—rooted in the 1954 Johnson Amendment—silenced too many faithful leaders. It created fear. It stifled truth. And it separated the Church from its God-given responsibility to speak clearly in a confused world.
But this week, the truth finally broke through.
In a stunning court filing, the IRS officially acknowledged what we’ve known all along:
Churches can speak into political issues and endorse candidates to their own congregations.
You can download the Press Release HERE.
That’s right. According to the IRS itself, houses of worship are free to speak to their people about elections and candidates—boldly, biblically, and without fear. They even compared it to “a family discussion concerning candidates.” That’s their phrase—not ours.
The irony? This has long been the IRS’s unspoken policy—but the deception was allowed to stand. Many churches believed the myth of “separation of church and state” meant silence in the pulpit. But that was never true. And now the law agrees. We’ve long said the Church is not the problem—it’s the solution. And now, more than ever, the Church must lead with clarity, courage, and truth.
No more fear. No more confusion.
At Florida Family Voice, we’re more committed than ever to helping pastors speak clearly and courageously. Because in a culture that is confused, clarity is compassion—and silence is not an option.
Together, we can make sure the Church never falls for the lie again.
Free Download: Q&A to share with your pastor.
For truth and freedom,
Erik Dellenback
CEO
Florida Family Voice