The City of God

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/  Subscribe on Apple Podcasts  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-city-of-god/id1666445363  Follow us on Instagram  https://www.instagram.com/cityofgodpodcast/  Visit our website  http://cityofgodpodcast.com/ #CityofGod #FamilyDiscipleship #Parenting #ChristianParenting #Worship #BiblicalParenting #Catechism #Bible #BiblicalWorldview

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. 📘 Get The Way Forward by Mike D’Virgilio:  https://mikedvirgilio.com/books 🎙️ Subscribe on Apple Podcasts:  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-city-of-god/id1666445363 📲 Follow us on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/cityofgodpodcast/ 🌐 Visit our website:  http://cityofgodpodcast.com/ 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/ Hashtags:  #CityOfGod #CRPC #CRM #IFC #ChristianPodcast #BiblicalWorldview #FaithOverFear #SovereignGod

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  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 📲 Follow us on Instagram  https://www.instagram.com/cityofgodpodcast/ 🌐 Visit our website  http://cityofgodpodcast.com/ #CityOfGod #BillFederer #AmericanHistory #ChristianHeritage #UntoldStories #AmericanMinute #FoundingFathers #FaithAndFreedom #BiblicalWorldview #CRPC #CRM #IFC #ChristianPodcast

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. 📲 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  https://www.instagram.com/cityofgodpodcast/ 🌐 Visit our website  http://cityofgodpodcast.com/ #CityOfGod #ChristianParenting #BiblicalWorldview #CRPC #CRM #IFC #FamilyDiscipleship #Faith #Family #ReformationDay #FiveSolas #GospelTruth #RaisingGodlyKids #BiblicalParenting #MartinLuther #SolaScriptura #SolaFide

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. 🎟️ Get Early Access tickets to Kingdom Come 2026:  https://institutefc.org/KCC 📖 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 🎧 Subscribe on Apple Podcasts  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-city-of-god/id1666445363 📱 Follow us on Instagram  https://www.instagram.com/cityofgodpodcast/ 🌐 Visit our website  http://cityofgodpodcast.com #CityofGod #TPUSA #CharlieKirk #WokeJesus #FalseGospels #BiblicalTruth #BiblicalWorldview #Church #Bible

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 📲 Follow us on Instagram  https://www.instagram.com/cityofgodpodcast/ 🌐 Visit our website  http://cityofgodpodcast.com/ #CityOfGod #BiblicalTruth #CRPC #CRM #IFC #ChristianPodcast

In this special re-airing of The City of God podcast, we honor the life and legacy of our dear friend Dr. Voddie Baucham. Voddie was a pastor, teacher, and cultural apologist whose bold voice equipped the church to stand firm on God’s Word. This conversation—recorded before his passing—dives deep into one of the most urgent issues facing Christians today: the difference between biblical justice and social justice. Voddie exposes how critical theory and Marxist ideology have infiltrated the church and culture, creating counterfeit gospels that distract from the truth of Christ. He also addresses the tactics of the progressive left and why Christians must resist cultural pressure with courage and conviction. Voddie’s insights remain as relevant now as ever, pointing us back to Scripture as the only foundation for justice and righteousness. We give thanks for his life and ministry and pray for his wife, children, and grandchildren as they grieve. This episode is both a remembrance and a challenge: to live with the same faithfulness and clarity that Voddie exemplified throughout his life. Voddie Baucham Ministries: https://www.voddiebaucham.org/ 🎙️ Subscribe on Apple Podcasts:  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-city-of-god/id1666445363 📲 Follow us on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/cityofgodpodcast/ 🌐 Visit our website:  http://cityofgodpodcast.com/ 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/ Hashtags:  #CityOfGod #CRPC #CRM #IFC #ChristianPodcast #BiblicalWorldview #Voddie #VoddieBaucham

In this long-awaited follow-up to Episode 60, The Honest Story of America, Rob Pacienza welcomes back Tim Barton, President of WallBuilders, for Part 2 of their conversation on America’s true founding. This time, they dive into The American Story: Building the Republic, Volume 2, highlighting the lives and legacies of the first seven U.S. presidents—from Washington to Jackson. While many Americans know their names, few know the convictions, character, and constitutional principles that shaped their leadership—or the critical moments where some abandoned those principles altogether. Tim unpacks why reclaiming these stories matters, how they reveal both the brilliance and brokenness of our early leaders, and why an honest look at America’s past is vital for preserving liberty today. It’s a powerful reminder that history—when told truthfully—is a tool for national renewal. 📚 Explore resources from WallBuilders:  https://www.wallbuilders.com/ 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 📲 Follow us on Instagram  https://www.instagram.com/cityofgodpodcast/ 🌐 Visit our website  http://cityofgodpodcast.com/ #CityOfGod #WallBuilders #America #ChristianHeritage #USHistory #CRPC #CRM #IFC #ChristianPodcast

In this special episode of City of God: Families, Pastor Rob Pacienza speaks directly to parents and caregivers about how to help children navigate the heartbreaking news of Charlie Kirk’s assassination. In an age where evil often makes the headlines, Christian families need truth, wisdom, and hope to anchor their conversations. You’ll be reminded: Why it’s important to get off social media and fill your time with prayer Why parents should speak honestly about the facts of tragedy How to teach children to think critically in confusing times That Christ is King no matter the circumstance Pastor Rob reminds us that moments like these aren’t just political—they’re spiritual. It’s an opportunity to point our kids back to the Gospel, even in the midst of sorrow. 📲 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  https://www.instagram.com/cityofgodpodcast/ 🌐 Visit our website  http://cityofgodpodcast.com/ #CityOfGod #ChristianParenting #BiblicalWorldview #CRPC #CRM #IFC #FamilyDiscipleship #ChristianKids #FaithAndFamily #RaisingGodlyKids #BiblicalParenting #CharlieKirk #RIPCharlie #TPUSA

In this special episode of The City of God podcast, Dr. Rob Pacienza sits down with Lauren Cooley, Vice President of the Institute for Faith & Culture and one of the original staff members of Turning Point USA, to memorialize their friend Charlie Kirk. Together, they unpack why this is not only a political crisis, but a spiritual wake-up call that requires a bold response from the people of God. Drawing from Scripture and cultural insight, Rob and Lauren explain how Charlie’s bold stance for truth made him a target and why Christians today must recognize the deeper battle raging beneath the headlines. From Romans 1 to John 15, the Word of God tells us that those who stand for truth will be hated. But now is not the time to retreat. It’s time to rise as faithful ambassadors for Christ in a world at war with reality. This episode offers clarity, courage, and a challenge to all believers: live unashamed of the Gospel, no matter the cost. 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 to us on Apple Podcasts  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-city-of-god/id1666445363 Follow us on Instagram  https://www.instagram.com/cityofgodpodcast/ Visit our website  http://cityofgodpodcast.com/ Learn more about TPUSA https://tpusa.com/ #CityofGod #CharlieKirk #RIPCharlie #TPUSA #BiblicalWorldview #ChristianPodcast