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The City of God podcast, hosted by Dr. Rob Pacienza—President and CEO of Coral Ridge Ministries—explores today’s cultural and political issues through a biblical lens. Each week, Dr. Pacienza interviews leading voices in theology, politics, and public life to help Christians engage the world without compromising truth. Produced in partnership with the Institute for Faith and Culture, City of God equips believers to live faithfully and stand boldly in an upside down world. Episodes are available in both video and audio formats and offer clear, gospel-centered insight on the most pressing issues of our day.
Episodes
Wednesday Nov 19, 2025
Wednesday Nov 19, 2025
In this episode of the City of God podcast, Dr. Rob Pacienza is joined by Sue Trombino, founder of We Impact the Nation (WIN), for an inspiring conversation on living out bold, faithful Christianity in public life.
Sue unpacks her personal journey—from witnessing cultural decline to launching a movement of mobilized Christians to engage with truth and courage. She introduces the concept of the “faithful few,” drawing on the biblical and historical pattern of 12 disciples, 56 signers of the Declaration of Independence, and 1 Savior who changed everything.
Together, Rob and Sue explore how God often chooses small, faithful groups to spark massive change. They discuss the role of pastors, parents, and individuals in standing firm against cultural drift, and why obedience—not popularity—is the key to transforming a nation.
If you’ve ever felt too small to make a difference, this episode will remind you: God doesn’t need a crowd. He works through a remnant.
🎯 Learn more about WIN and get involved:
https://weimpactthenation.org
The City of God Podcast is produced by Coral Ridge Ministries Media
https://www.crm.tv/
Made in partnership with the Institute for Faith and Culture
https://institutefc.org/
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Wednesday Nov 12, 2025
Wednesday Nov 12, 2025
Dr. Rob Pacienza sits down with Dr. Phil Ryken, President of Wheaton College, for a discussion on the importance of Christian education in today’s cultural moment. As the moral foundation of our society crumbles and secular ideologies dominate most classrooms, Dr. Ryken offers insight to the world of Christian higher education and why we must reclaim biblical truth, even in academia.
Drawing from his experience as the successor to James Montgomery Boice, Dr. Ryken shares insights into the spiritual and cultural challenges faced by students and institutions alike. He and Rob discuss the cultural consequences of abandoning a biblical worldview, and the urgent question: Are we raising up the next generation of great Christian leaders?
This conversation reminds us that now is the time to invest in truth-centered education and discipleship that forms not only minds, but hearts, for Christ and His Kingdom.
🎓 Learn more about Wheaton College:
https://www.wheaton.edu/
The City of God Podcast is produced by Coral Ridge Ministries Media
https://www.crm.tv/
Made in partnership with the Institute for Faith and Culture
https://institutefc.org/
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Wednesday Nov 05, 2025
Wednesday Nov 05, 2025
Pastor Rob Pacienza is joined by Caleb Koornneef, Pastor of Family Discipleship at Coral Ridge Presbyterian Church, for a conversation on restoring biblical worship and formation in the home.
As culture continues to pull families in every direction, many parents have unknowingly outsourced their spiritual responsibilities. But Scripture makes clear: the home is the front line of discipleship. Caleb shares practical tools and encouragement for building a home culture centered on God’s Word.
This episode explores the beauty and importance of intergenerational worship—why keeping families together in worship strengthens the Church, forms faith in children, and unites generations in praise.
🏡 Learn more about Coral Ridge Family Discipleship:
https://crpc.org/family
The City of God Podcast is produced by Coral Ridge Ministries Media
https://www.crm.tv/
Made in partnership with the Institute for Faith and Culture
https://institutefc.org/
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Wednesday Oct 29, 2025
Wednesday Oct 29, 2025
In this episode of The City of God podcast, Rob Pacienza is joined by author and apologist Mike D’Virgilio for a powerful conversation on cultural decline, Christian courage, and the true source of hope.
Drawing from his new book "Going Back to Find the Way Forward," D’Virgilio reflects , D’Virgilio reflects on how he once believed America was in a death spiral, but came to realize that despair is a lie. Why? Because Christianity is true, and God is sovereign.
Rob and Mike explore why Christians must stand firm in truth without fear, how to live with joy even in a hostile world, and how believers can engage the culture with peace and purpose.
If you’ve been tempted to retreat or lose heart in today’s America, this episode will reignite your confidence in the gospel and your calling to bear witness no matter the cultural moment.
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Wednesday Oct 22, 2025
Wednesday Oct 22, 2025
In this episode of The City of God podcast, Rob Pacienza is joined by nationally known historian and bestselling author Bill Federer to uncover the untold stories of America’s founding and faith. From overlooked historical moments to little-known quotes from the Founders, Federer brings clarity to our past in a time when history is being rewritten.
This episode goes beyond textbook facts. Bill reveals how Christianity shaped the founding of America, how faith influenced our legal and cultural institutions, and why so many of the moral crises we face today are the result of historical amnesia.
Whether you’re a student, parent, pastor, or patriot, this conversation will equip you with powerful truths and stories you won’t hear in school—and remind you why the fight for truth begins with remembering who we are.
📘 Explore Bill Federer’s books and resources:
https://americanminute.com/
The City of God Podcast is produced by Coral Ridge Ministries Media
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Made in partnership with the Institute for Faith and Culture
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Wednesday Oct 15, 2025
Wednesday Oct 15, 2025
In this episode of City of God Families, Pastor Rob Pacienza helps kids and parents explore the Protestant Reformation. Learn the timeless truths that changed the world and how they can still change lives today.
This isn’t just a history lesson—it’s a discipleship moment.
You’ll learn:
📜 What Reformation Day is all about
✝️ The 5 Solas and why they matter
👨👩👧 How to talk as a family about faith in a confused world
🏠 How to make your home a place of biblical legacy
On October 31st, celebrate more than costumes and candy. Celebrate the truth that salvation is by grace alone, through faith alone, in Christ alone, according to Scripture alone, for the glory of God alone.
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City of God: Families is produced by Coral Ridge Ministries Media
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Wednesday Oct 15, 2025
Wednesday Oct 15, 2025
In this powerful episode of the City of God podcast, Dr. Rob Pacienza sits down with pastor and author Lucas Miles to address the cultural and spiritual implications of Charlie Kirk’s assassination.
Miles—author of Woke Jesus—unpacks how progressive Christianity has eroded biblical authority, opened the church to leftist ideology, and left many believers vulnerable to emotional manipulation and false teaching.
Together, Rob and Lucas explore the rise of Marxist thought within Christian circles, the political co-opting of the pulpit, and why believers must be spiritually grounded in the true Gospel in the face of national tragedy and cultural decay.
This timely conversation reminds us that we are in a battle for truth—and that cowardice in the church only fuels chaos in the culture.
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📖 Learn more about Woke Jesus or follow Lucas Miles:
https://lucasmiles.org
The City of God Podcast is produced by Coral Ridge Ministries Media
https://www.crm.tv
Made in partnership with the Institute for Faith and Culture
https://institutefc.org
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Wednesday Oct 08, 2025
Wednesday Oct 08, 2025
In this episode of The City of God podcast, Rob Pacienza is joined by bestselling author and beloved pastor Dr. Erwin Lutzer for a compelling discussion on his latest book, The Eclipse of God. Together, they unpack how today’s radical secularism has attempted to redefine God and how the church must respond.
Just as the moon eclipses the sun, Lutzer explains, modern culture has tried to obscure the light of God, replacing Him with a god of tolerance, moral ambiguity, and inclusivity. But the God of the Bible is unchanging. He is both just and merciful, full of grace and righteous in judgment.
This powerful conversation calls Christians back to a biblical view of God as the foundation for truth, salvation, morality, and law.
📚 Learn more about Dr. Erwin Lutzer’s ministry:
https://www.moodymedia.org/authors/authors/erwin-lutzer/
The City of God Podcast is produced by Coral Ridge Ministries Media
https://www.crm.tv/
Made in partnership with the Institute for Faith and Culture
https://institutefc.org/
🎙️ Subscribe on Apple Podcasts
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-city-of-god/id1666445363
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