Uploaded February 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Welcome to Faith & Law, where legal and cultural issues are examined through a biblical lens.
In this episode, Brad Dacus and Kyle Campbell discuss Foothills Christian Ministries v. Bonta — a pivotal case challenging California regulations that restrict how churches operate Christian preschools.
Pacific Justice Institute has petitioned the U.S. Supreme Court to review whether California’s licensing scheme violates the First and Fourth Amendments.
🔍 What This Episode Covers
• How California’s Child Day Care Act limits religious preschools
• Requirements preventing faith-based schools from integrating religious activities
• Mandated signage allowing outside spiritual advisors — even when conflicting with church doctrine
• Unannounced inspections without warrants or probable cause
• Record seizures and employee questioning without rights advisements
• Why conditioning a license on surrendering constitutional rights is unlawful
⚖️ Legal Insight from the Front Lines
PJI Lead Attorney Kevin Snider explains:
• Why this case raises serious Free Exercise and Free Speech concerns
• How the Fourth Amendment protects churches from warrantless searches
• What is at stake if licensing can be conditioned on waiver of constitutional rights
• Why Supreme Court review is critical for religious institutions nationwide
📖 Biblical Application
This episode reflects Acts 5:29:
“We must obey God rather than men.”
When government regulations interfere with the spiritual formation of children, churches have both a constitutional right — and a biblical responsibility — to stand firm.
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Pacific Justice Institute defends churches, families, and ministries at no charge, nationwide.
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pji.org
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Welcome to Faith & Law, where legal and cultural issues are examined through a biblical lens.
In this episode, Brad Dacus and Kyle Campbell discuss Foothills Christian Ministries v. Bonta — a pivotal case challenging California regulations that restrict how churches operate Christian preschools.
Pacific Justice Institute has petitioned the U.S. Supreme Court to review whether California’s licensing scheme violates the First and Fourth Amendments.
🔍 What This Episode Covers
• How California’s Child Day Care Act limits religious preschools
• Requirements preventing faith-based schools from integrating religious activities
• Mandated signage allowing outside spiritual advisors — even when conflicting with church doctrine
• Unannounced inspections without warrants or probable cause
• Record seizures and employee questioning without rights advisements
• Why conditioning a license on surrendering constitutional rights is unlawful
⚖️ Legal Insight from the Front Lines
PJI Lead Attorney Kevin Snider explains:
• Why this case raises serious Free Exercise and Free Speech concerns
• How the Fourth Amendment protects churches from warrantless searches
• What is at stake if licensing can be conditioned on waiver of constitutional rights
• Why Supreme Court review is critical for religious institutions nationwide
📖 Biblical Application
This episode reflects Acts 5:29:
“We must obey God rather than men.”
When government regulations interfere with the spiritual formation of children, churches have both a constitutional right — and a biblical responsibility — to stand firm.
🛡️ Get Help or Learn More
Pacific Justice Institute defends churches, families, and ministries at no charge, nationwide.
👉 Learn more or request help:
pji.org
👉 Sign up for Legal Insider email updates:
pji.org
💥 Support the Mission
Your support helps PJI continue defending religious freedom and parental rights across America.
👉 Donate here:
pji.org/donate
Sign up for our Legal Case Updates:
pacificjustice.org/legal-updates-subscription
Donate to our work:
pacificjustice.org/support/donate
Like our Facebook page:
facebook.com/PacificJusticeInstitute/?ref=bookmarks
Follow us on Instagram:
instagram.com/pacificjusticeinstitute
Follow us on Twitter:
twitter.com/PacificJustice?s=09
