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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.
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Wednesday Mar 04, 2026
Wednesday Mar 04, 2026
Is government meant to be spiritually neutral or accountable to God?
In this episode of the City of God, Dr. Rob Pacienza sits down with pastor and author James Baird to discuss his book King of Kings and the forgotten Christian tradition connecting faith, government, and public life.
Drawing from Scripture, Reformed theology, and American history, Baird challenges modern assumptions about politics, arguing that civil leaders ultimately answer to Christ who is the true King over every nation.
You’ll hear about:
● Why modern Christianity’s view of politics may be fundamentally flawed
● What the Westminster Confession and Reformers like Calvin and Knox teach about government
● The real meaning of “separation of church and state”
● How America’s founders encouraged Christianity without coercion
● Why Christians with a strong theology must lead the way on cultural engagement
If Christians abandon the public square, what fills the vacuum? This conversation offers a compelling call to recover a biblical vision for faithful citizenship in today’s culture.
👉 Hit play and join the conversation shaping faith and public life today.
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Wednesday Feb 25, 2026
Wednesday Feb 25, 2026
How did radical gender ideology move from fringe theory to mainstream medicine?
In this eye-opening episode of the City of God, Dr. Rob Pacienza sits down with pediatric endocrinologist Dr. Quentin Van Meter to trace the disturbing origins of today’s transgender movement in medicine. From the influence of controversial researcher John Money to the normalization of experimental protocols in every day practice, Dr. Van Meter explains how deeply flawed theories reshaped medical ethics and put vulnerable children at risk.
This is so much more than politics. It’s a medical and moral crisis.
You’ll hear about:
● The origins of gender theory in academic research and sexual ideology
● How John Money’s experiments laid the groundwork for today’s “gender-affirming care” model
● The breakdown of medical safeguards and evidence-based standards
● Why pediatric medicine has been overtaken by activism instead of science
● What parents, churches, and policymakers must understand about this rapidly expanding industry
If you’ve wondered how we got here and what can be done to protect children this episode is essential listening.
👉 Watch now and share with someone who needs to understand the medical truth behind the headlines.
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#CityOfGod #ChristianPost #Trans #LGBT #GenderMadness #GenderIdeology #DoNoHarm #ProtectKids #BiblicalWorldview #CoralRidge #IFC
Wednesday Feb 18, 2026
Wednesday Feb 18, 2026
Each year, the President delivers the State of the Union. But behind the headlines, policies, and politics lies a deeper question: What is the spiritual state of our nation?
In this episode of City of God: Families, Pastor Rob Pacienza challenges parents and children to look beyond Washington DC and examine the condition of their own hearts and homes.
Because the future of any nation isn’t ultimately shaped in Congress, it’s shaped around kitchen tables, in living rooms, and in the quiet moments of family discipleship.
You’ll hear:
● Why the Bible says righteousness exalts a nation, but sin leads to decay
● Why political victories can’t fix spiritual problems
● How families can model repentance, prayer, and obedience at home
● The importance of praying for leaders… even those we disagree with!
This episode also includes simple family discussion questions to help you talk about faith, citizenship, and spiritual renewal around the dinner table.
If we want a better nation tomorrow, it starts with transformed hearts today.
👉 Watch now and share this episode with a family who wants to live faithfully in a divided culture.
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City of God: Families is produced by Coral Ridge Ministries Media
https://www.crm.tv/
Made in partnership with the Institute for Faith and Culture
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Wednesday Feb 11, 2026
Wednesday Feb 11, 2026
What happens when a school hides your child’s gender transition? What if a hospital pressures your daughter or son into irreversible medical harm and threatens you for speaking out?
In this gripping, must-watch episode of the City of God, Dr. Rob Pacienza sits down with two courageous mothers: Amy Atterberry and January Littlejohn. Their daughters were swept into the trans movement, through secret school policies and medical gatekeeping, without parental knowledge or consent.
You’ll hear about:
- How children are secretly socially transitioned at school (new name, pronouns, facilities) — without parents ever being told
- How parents face threats from hospital staff and other authorities for questioning a “trans diagnosis” and resisting the push towards "gender-affirming" interventions
- The devastating emotional and spiritual toll on families, and how God is redeeming their stories through advocacy, healing, and truth
- What pastors, parents, and believers must do NOW to protect children, reclaim parental rights, and stand boldly against ideological capture
This is the frontline battle for our families and the next generation. If you're a parent, grandparent, pastor, or anyone called to be salt and light in a confused culture, this conversation will break your heart, but ignite your resolve.
👉 Hit play now and share this urgent episode—wake up and stand up for God’s children!
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#CityOfGod #ChristianPost #Trans #LGBT #GenderMadness #GenderIdeology #DoNoHarm #ProtectKids #BiblicalWorldview #CoralRidge #IFC
Wednesday Feb 04, 2026
Wednesday Feb 04, 2026
What happens when truth is sacrificed on the altar of ideology?
In this hard-hitting episode of the City of God, Dr. Rob Pacienza sits down with Christian Post journalist Brandon Showalter — a fearless voice in Christian media — to uncover how the mainstream press has fueled deception, and what it takes to restore truth in a confused age.
As the host of Generation Indoctrination: Inside the Transgender Battle, Brandon has spent years exposing the harm caused by gender ideology and false media narratives. Together, Rob and Brandon explore the biblical call to “not bear false witness,” how words are manipulated to coerce the public, and why Christian journalists have a mandate to promote the true, good, and beautiful while they shine light into darkness.
You’ll hear about:
● The rise of activist media and how it twists truth into lies
● The way words are used for mass manipulation
● Why telling the truth is a Christian mandate
● Advice for the next generation of Christian journalists and truth-tellers in the public square
In a world of fake news and fractured trust, this episode is a clarion call to bold, biblical truth-telling.
👉 Watch now and share with someone hungry for truth in a world of spin.
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#CityOfGod #ChristianPost #BrandonShowalter #Journalism #FirstAmendment #GenderMadness #FaithAndPolitics #BiblicalWorldview #CoralRidge #IFC
Wednesday Jan 28, 2026
Wednesday Jan 28, 2026
Is the Super Bowl just a harmless game or a window into our culture's values?
In this City of God: Families episode, Dr. Rob Pacienza shares a timely message on how Christian families can engage Super Bowl Sunday with discernment. From the halftime show to the commercials, this day often celebrates messages and values that stand in contrast to Scripture. Yet it also presents a powerful opportunity for parents to teach their kids how to live faithfully in the world without being conformed to it.
You’ll hear:
● How to model discernment and self-control while watching big cultural events
● Why biblical wisdom matters more than blanket rules or disengagement
● How to lead family conversations with grace, truth, and gospel hope
● The importance of reclaiming the arts, joy, and celebration for God’s glory
Whether your family watches the game or not, this episode equips you to live with intentionality and faithfulness in every sphere of life.
👉 Watch now and share with a parent who needs this encouragement!
📲 Subscribe and listen with your whole family!
🔗 cityofgodpodcast.com
City of God: Families 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 to us on Apple Podcasts
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-city-of-god/id1666445363
📲 Follow us on Instagram
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Wednesday Jan 21, 2026
Wednesday Jan 21, 2026
What happens when biblical values are erased from the ballot box, borders are left open, and believers stay silent in the public square?
In this powerful episode of the City of God, Dr. Rob Pacienza sits down with Karrin Taylor Robson — Arizona business leader, committed Christian, and 2026 gubernatorial candidate — for an inspiring conversation on America's 250th year and the path to renewal.
As churches fill with young people seeking truth, and Arizona becomes ground zero for border security, election integrity, and cultural battles, Karrin shares firsthand insights from the campaign trail and her faith-driven vision for leadership.
You’ll hear about the critical stakes of 2026 midterms including:
- Maintaining congressional majorities
- State leadership as a check on federal overreach
- Why secure borders are the most compassionate policy: protecting neighbors, ending human trafficking, and holding nations accountable
- Signs of spiritual renewal and churches overflowing with young adults hungry for truth
- Why Christians must vote, volunteer, and run locally
If you're looking for hope for America, this episode is for you. Be inspired: Renewal starts with us!
👉 Hit play now and share with a friend who's ready to engage!
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#CityOfGod #KarrinTaylorRobson #Arizona #AZpol #ArizonaPolitics #ChristianLeadership #BorderCrisis #Trump #Midterms2026 #ArizonaGovernor #FaithAndPolitics #BiblicalWorldview #CoralRidge #IFC
Wednesday Jan 14, 2026
Wednesday Jan 14, 2026
What happens when a nation drifts from the transcendent moral authority that once bound its oaths and leaders?
Dr. Peter Lillback — president of Westminster Theological Seminary, acclaimed historian, and author of George Washington's Sacred Fire — sits down with Rob Pacienza for a profound, eye-opening discussion on the theology and history of oaths, why the Bible has been central to American civic life, and the implications of modern departures from that tradition in our fractured culture TODAY.
You’ll hear about:
- The biblical meaning of swearing an oath before God and why it demands absolute accountability
- George Washington's historic inauguration on the Bible in New York City
- How Mayor Zohran Mamdami’s swearing in symbolizes a rejection of America's founding moral consensus and raise questions about trust, liberty, and the future of the republic
If you've ever wondered how God's Word has shaped civic trust and why Christians must engage in public life as salt and light, you need to tune in.
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- YouTube: Hit subscribe for more faith-fueling episodes!
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📱 Follow for Daily Inspiration
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#GeorgeWashington #BibleInAmerica #ChristianLegacy #GospelTruth #FaithJourney #CityOfGodPodcast #InspireFaith #ChristianLiving #MoralFoundation #AmericaFirstPrinciples #SoHelpMeGod #ZohranMamdami #NYC