The City of God

Toxic Empathy: Allie Beth Stuckey on the Lies Hijacking Christian Compassion | Ep. 130

In this episode of The City of God podcast, host Rob Pacienza welcomes author and cultural commentator Allie Beth Stuckey for a powerful conversation recorded live at the Kingdom Come Conference in Fort Lauderdale.

Allie unpacks the concept of toxic empathy—a counterfeit compassion that prioritizes feelings over truth and distorts Christian love. Whether it’s gender ideology, abortion, or same-sex marriage, many believers are being emotionally manipulated into affirming lies in the name of “kindness.”

Drawing from her book Toxic Empathy: How Progressives Exploit Christian Compassion, Allie shows how well-meaning Christians are being swept into secular narratives that sound loving on the surface—but ultimately deny God’s design for truth, justice, and order.

This episode is a call to courage, clarity, and conviction in an emotionally charged age.

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The City of God Families Ep. 10 | The Armor of God

As kids face increasing cultural confusion and spiritual pressure, they need more than protection, they need preparation. In this episode of City of God: Families, Pastor Rob Pacienza walks through Ephesians 6 and unpacks each piece of the armor—the belt of truth, breastplate of righteousness, shoes of peace, shield of faith, helmet of salvation, and sword of the Spirit.

Whether you’re raising young ones, tweens, or teens, this conversation will encourage your entire family with confidence and help parents raise kids who are grounded in God’s Word.

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A Voice for the Next Generation: Emily Huseman’s Winning Essay | Ep. 129

In this episode of The City of God podcast, host Rob Pacienza sits down with Emily Huseman—winner of the inaugural Institute for Faith & Culture Student Essay Contest. Emily shares core insights from her award-winning essay, “Mind Over Matter: The Danger of Transgenderism,” and reflects on how the next generation of Christians should thoughtfully engage today’s cultural challenges with a biblical worldview.

Drawing from her training in Christian Apologetics and her work toward a Ph.D. in Public Policy, Emily discusses how secular materialism elevates the mind over the body, and why Christians must resist that by aligning our thinking with Christ’s wisdom

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DEI vs. the Imago Dei: Samuel Sey on Race, Life, and Truth | Ep. 128

In this episode of The City of God podcast, host Rob Pacienza sits down with author and cultural commentator Samuel Sey for a powerful conversation recorded live at the Kingdom Come Conference in Fort Lauderdale.

Samuel critiques DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion), calling it a modern form of Marxism that dishonors God and dehumanizes people. He exposes how DEI ideology promotes abortion, fuels anti-white racism, and undermines biblical justice by rejecting the sanctity of life and the image of God in every person.

They also discuss the rise of Christless conservatism, the fight for the family, and why Christians must stay politically engaged—not as partisans, but as defenders of truth, justice, and the gospel.

Samuel issues a clear warning: “DEI isn’t dead. It’s just asleep.”

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The Battle for Women’s Sports and Biblical Truth with Riley Gaines | Ep. 127

In this powerful conversation, Riley Gaines shares her bold stance on standing up for biblical truth in a culture that often challenges it—especially when it comes to the world of women's sports. As a former NCAA swimmer and outspoken advocate for fairness and faith, Riley opens up about her journey, the battles she’s faced, and the importance of holding onto God’s truth in the face of cultural pressure.

Join us as we dive into the intersection of faith, identity, and courage—and what it means to stay grounded in Scripture while advocating for integrity in sports and beyond.

Exposing the Prosperity Gospel with Costi Hinn | Ep. 126

Costi Hinn—nephew of famed evangelist Benny Hinn—joins us to discuss his journey out of the prosperity gospel movement and into a deeper understanding of the true gospel of Christ. Drawing from his book God, Greed, and the Prosperity Gospel, Costi reflects on the spiritual dangers of wealth-driven faith, the global impact of false promises, and the subtle ways these beliefs can infiltrate our thinking. He also shares how to discern financial manipulation while embracing biblical suffering and provision.

The Resolution to Recognize June as Family Month with U.S. Rep. Mary Miller | Ep. 125

On this episode of The City of God, Rob Pacienza welcomes U.S. Representative Mary Miller to discuss her newly introduced resolution, H.R. 475, which proposes declaring June as “Family Month.” Rep. Miller explains the urgency behind reaffirming the traditional nuclear family and pushing back against cultural shifts, including Pride Month. They explore America’s moral foundations, the words of John Adams, and how this resolution seeks to restore national values rooted in faith, family, and freedom.

The Dark Side of IVF Savannah Crossfield | Ep. 124

Rob Pacienza welcomes pro-life activist Savannah Crossfield to the City of God as she shares the dark truth behind In Vitro Fertilization (IVF). While IVF is a fertility treatment that many Christians are aware of, what the process actually entails may shock some of the most ardent pro-life Christians. Join us for this unique discussion.