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“What if Jesus Had Never Been Born?” was the title of a book written by Coral Ridge Ministries’ founder Dr. D. James Kennedy, which examines how the birth of Jesus was really the birth that changed civilization forever. If Jesus hadn’t been born, what would the world look like today? On today’s episode of The City of God, we highlight numerous areas of society that have been heavily influenced by Jesus, including science, education, the arts, charity, and the founding of America. The City of God Podcast is produced by Coral Ridge Ministries Media https://www.djameskennedy.org/ Made in partnership with the Institute for Faith and Culture https://crpc.org/institute/ 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 #CRPC #DJKM #RobPacienza

Jesus Christ, by coming into this world, altered the trajectory of things. Where we once expected futility, we can now experience transformation. In this week's "Truths That Transform," we'll look at how Christians are called to be involved in every sphere of society--politics, law, medicine, education—with the prospect that, with God’s help, society will then flourish. #TransformativeFaith #ChristianEngagement #FlourishingSociety #SocietyTransformation #ChristianInfluence #FaithInEverySphere #DJKM #TruthsThatTransform

Coach Lou Holtz is an American Football coach and analyst. He served as the head football coach at William & Mary, NC State, the University of Arkansas, the University of South Carolina, and the University of Minnesota. In 1988, Coach Holtz led the Notre Dame Fighting Irish to a National Championship. Coach Holtz is recognized as the only coach in NCAA history to lead six different programs to bowl games. Apart from his immaculate coaching career, he is a brilliant leader and a man of great principles. In this conversation on The City of God, we talk about his philosophy of leadership, the lessons he’s learned throughout his career, and how he instilled values into the lives of the young men that he coached throughout his career. The City of God Podcast is produced by Coral Ridge Ministries Media https://www.djameskennedy.org/ Made in partnership with the Institute for Faith and Culture https://crpc.org/institute/ 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 #CRPC #DJKM #RobPacienza

This Christmas, Marc Mailloux shares his story of searching around the world for the meaning of life before finding the One who changes everything. We celebrate the birth of our beautiful Lord and Savior Jesus who redeems and transforms not only hearts and lives, but also families, homes, communities, cultures and nations. Hear Mailloux's compelling experience in this week's "Truths That Transform." #ChristmasTransformation #JourneyToRedemption #MeaningOfLife #HeartsTransformed #JesusChangesEverything #DivineEncounter #ChristmasMiracles #CelebrateJesus #LifeChangingFaith #ChristmasTestimony #InspiringFaith #GlobalImpactOfFaith #DJKM #TruthsThatTransform

Is the Bible the most important book ever written? Many have said it is “the book that made our world.” In this broadcast version of our compelling documentary, "What If the Bible had Never Been Written?" Dr. Rob Pacienza leads us on an examination of the unparalleled historical impact of the Holy Bible. Shot on location at the Museum of the Bible in Washington, D.C., this special program shows how the Bible has profoundly transformed life on this planet in ways you likely don’t even know about—yet experience every day. #BibleImpact #MuseumOfTheBible #HistoryOfFaith #BibleLegacy #InfluenceOfScripture #TransformativeText #WordOfGod #BibleHistory #BibleInOurWorld #SacredScriptures #FaithHistory #BibleStudy #DocumentarySpecial #ReligiousHeritage #ScriptureImpact #BibleInDC #ChristianHeritage #DJKM #TruthsThatTransform

During a congressional hearing last week, presidents from Harvard, MIT and the University of Pennsylvania came under fire for their testimony regarding the rise of anti-Semitism on college campuses. The three women remained evasive and dismissive when asked if calls for the genocide of Jews violated their universities policies on bullying and harassment. One of those testifying, Harvard president Claudine Gay, also had allegations brought against her on multiple instances of plagiarism throughout her academic career. Dr. Carol M. Swain is a political scientist and legal scholar whose work was plagiarized by Claudine Gay, among other scholars. On this episode of The City of God, Dr. Swain calls out the Harvard president for plagiarizing her work, as well as denounces the practices of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Dr. Carol Swain’s latest book is called “The Adversity of Diversity” The City of God Podcast is produced by Coral Ridge Ministries Media https://www.djameskennedy.org/ Made in partnership with the Institute for Faith and Culture https://crpc.org/institute/ 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 #CRPC #DJKM #RobPacienza

Radical gender ideology targets children and wreaks psychological and medical havoc. Many have been stunned over the past few years to discover the damage this ideology inflicts on people. And at the root of this gender ideology is a lie, a complete rejection of Biblical truth. Today on the City of God we talk with Brandon Showalter, an investigative journalist for the Christian Post, and co-author of “Exposing the Gender Lie”, alongside Dr. Jeff Myers. Brandon unpacks everything we’re seeing today involving gender ideology and transgenderism and exposes for what it is, a lie. This episode was recorded live at the Family Research Council’s Annual Pray, Vote, Stand Conference in Washington, D.C. The City of God Podcast is produced by Coral Ridge Ministries Media https://www.djameskennedy.org/ Made in partnership with the Institute for Faith and Culture https://crpc.org/institute/ 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 #CRPC #DJKM #RobPacienza

We see a lot of mixed messages these days about what Christmas is really about. But you may be surprised to discover that some popular Christmas songs and movies get it at least partially right. It’s about going home. Find out what that means as Dr. Rob Pacienza preaches from the book of Isaiah, which foretells the coming Messiah some 700 years before he was born in this new episode of "Truths That Transform." And we'll share a preview from the impactful documentary, "What If the Bible had Never Been Written?" #HomeForChristmas #ChristmasEssence #IsaiahsProphecy #TrueMeaningOfChristmas #HomecomingJourney #MessiahRevealed #TruthsThatTransform #DJKM

Sonja Shaw is the President of the Board of Education of The Chino Valley Unified School District in California. She recently made headlines for protecting parental rights as well as protecting children by passing a mandatory gender identity disclosure policy for her school district. Sonja has since received many death threats for passing this policy and her school board is currently being sued by the California Attorney General for this policy. We talk with Sonja on what lead her to run for school board, and why she thinks parental rights is such an important issue today. This episode was recorded live at the Family Research Council’s Annual Pray, Vote, Stand Conference in Washington D.C. The City of God Podcast is produced by Coral Ridge Ministries Media https://www.djameskennedy.org/ Made in partnership with the Institute for Faith and Culture https://crpc.org/institute/ 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 #CRPC #DJKM #RobPacienza

As we enter this Christmas season and celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ, we Christians should also take the time to celebrate the Word of God through which we encounter our Savior. Join us for a look behind the scenes of the brand-new documentary coming soon, "What If the Bible Had Never Been Written?," based on the book by Dr. D. James Kennedy and Dr. Jerry Newcombe. In this episode of "Truths That Transform," we consider the evidence that demonstrates that the scriptures are indeed the very Word of God. #ChristmasCelebration #WordofGod #BibleTruths #FaithInAction #ChristiansUnite #ChristmasSeason #DocumentaryPreview #ScriptureEvidence #BibleImpact #ReasonsToBelieve #BibleInfluence #Christianity #CelebrateFaith #TruthsThatTransform #DJKM

All around the world Christians are being persecuted for their faith in huge numbers. In places like China and North Korea, Christianity is not tolerated. Wendy Wright has been fighting for Christians across the globe for years and currently serves as the president of Christian Freedom International. On today’s episode of The City of God, Wendy gives us an update on the state of Christian persecution, sharing stories from her many trips countries around the world. Wendy provides an update on The Mayflower Church, a Church that fled China in order to freely express their Christian faith. This episode was recorded live at the Family Research Council’s Annual Pray, Vote, Stand Conference in Washington D.C.

To hear skeptics tell it today, America was conceived as a purely secular experiment. Nothing could be further from the truth. That idea is refuted by all the history that surrounds our Thanksgiving holiday. In this newest episode of "Truths That Transform," we’re sharing a preview from the brand-new documentary program, What If the Bible Had Never Been Written. Our ministry's founder, Dr. D. James Kennedy, speaks from the National Monument to the Forefathers in Plymouth, Massachusetts, where America began. Contrary to the skeptics' rhetoric, we owe the entire existence of America—and its freedoms—largely to those who were guided by the Bible.

Is the foundation of this nation rooted in Christian values? The United States Constitution secures principles such as ordered liberty, justice within the legal system, and freedom of conscience. Nevertheless, these core principles face potential threats. Present-day attempts to alter the course of America involve rewriting its historical narrative in order to eliminate its Christian origins. "Christian Nationalism" is often used as a pejorative term by the political left to dissuade Christians from participating in culture and politics. But what transpires when devout Christians genuinely apply biblical teachings to governance, education, and every aspect of life? We will examine individuals who did exactly that in this newest episode of "Truths That Transform." #FoundingPrinciples #ChristianHeritage #Constitution #ReligiousFreedom #AmericanValues #ChristianNationalism #FaithInGovernment #USHistory #CulturalInfluence #BiblicalPrinciples #NationalIdentity #HeritageandFaith #ReligiousInfluence #FreedomOfConscience #USFounding #ChristianInfluence #ReligionInAmerica #HistoryRevisited #FaithfulCitizenship #TruthsThatTransform #DJKM

There are many cultural lies permeating our society today. From gender identity to America’s Christian heritage, many Christians are hard pressed to find Biblical truth in American society. On this episode of The City of God Podcast, we expose some of the biggest lies we hear today and discuss how to combat them. Alex McFarland is the Co-Host of Exploring the World on American Family Radio. He is a pastor, evangelist, and author, who is a great voice in the Christian space today. This episode was recorded live at the Family Research Council’s Annual Pray, Vote, Stand Conference in Washington D.C. The City of God Podcast is produced by Coral Ridge Ministries Media https://www.djameskennedy.org/ Made in partnership with the Institute for Faith and Culture https://crpc.org/institute/ 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 #CRPC #DJKM #RobPacienza

George Washington famously said in his Farewell Address that religion and morality are “indispensable supports to our political prosperity.” But when Christians try to get more involved in political and cultural spheres, they are often told to cease and desist—even by fellow Christians. Recently, some have attempted to silence Christians by calling their views “Christian Nationalism.” It’s a term that’s popping up a lot lately, and usually to scare people. So what’s it all about? We'll dive deeper in this new episode of "Truths That Transform." #ReligionAndPolitics #ChristianEngagement #MoralityMatters #ChristianNationalismDebate #FaithInAmerica #PoliticalProsperity #FaithCommunity #CulturalEngagement #TruthsThatTransform #DJKM

We often hear in the news about racism, bigotry, and xenophobia running rampant across America, when in reality, racist policies are really coming from those on the radical left. This past summer the Supreme Court struck down Affirmative Action for college admissions, putting an end to racial discrimination in academia. But today, with Diversity Equity and Inclusion programs still all the rage, there seems to be no end to America's race relation issues. Dr. Carol Swain is a former Princeton and Vanderbilt professor, a speaker and author, whose latest book is titled “The Adversity of Diversity”. The City of God Podcast is produced by Coral Ridge Ministries Media https://www.djameskennedy.org/ Made in partnership with the Institute for Faith and Culture https://crpc.org/institute/ 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 #CRPC #DJKM #RobPacienza

There has been a lot of talk recently about "Christian Nationalism." The Left paints this movement as a dangerous threat to the nation and insist that Christians shouldn't engage the culture, and that it's bad for everyone if they do. But is that really true? We'll investigate this question in this episode of "Truths That Transform," along with a discussion on the Israel-Hamas war. #ChristianNationalism #FaithAndPolitics #ReligionInSociety #CulturalEngagement #NationalismDiscussion #ReligiousIdentity #PoliticalReligion #FaithInAmerica #ControversialIssues #ReligionAndSociety #CivicEngagement #ChristianBeliefs #NationalismDebate #TruthsThatTransform #DJKM

Studies show the majority of self-professing Christians don’t hold to a Biblical worldview. Biblical Christianity has been watered down and pastors have embraced relevance over the revelation of scripture. Meanwhile, the world around us has been flipped upside down. What is the solution to the chaos we see all around us? Virgil Walker is a speaker, author, and popular podcaster. He is the Executive Director of G3 Ministries and the co-host of the “Just Thinking Podcast." Virgil will be speaking at the 2024 Kingdom Come Conference at Coral Ridge Presbyterian Church, March 14-16, 2023. 2024 Kingdom Come Conference https://institutefc.org/kcc/ The City of God Podcast is produced by Coral Ridge Ministries Media https://www.djameskennedy.org/ Made in partnership with the Institute for Faith and Culture https://crpc.org/institute/ 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 #CRPC #DJKM #RobPacienza

One of the things that’s easy to find in the Bible is God’s anger towards those who purposely oppress, assault, and exploit the vulnerable. And yet today, our world faces an epidemic of human trafficking, in which vulnerable people—often young women and children—are lured into virtual slavery. On this episode of "Truths That Transform," you’ll discover how churches can engage in the vital work of helping victims of this crime. #EndHumanTrafficking #TraffickingSurvivor #HumanRights #ModernSlavery #HumanTraffickingAwareness #FightForFreedom #HumanTraffickingPrevention #EndExploitation #RescueAndRestore #TraffickingEducation #SupportSurvivors #AwarenessMatters #BreakTheSilence #TruthsThatTransform #DJKM

Prominent members of the evangelical Church have been affirming progressive ideologies in recent times, and many evangelicals are either blind to what’s taking place or unwilling to call out what they see happening in the Church today. Pastor Lucas Miles has written a great book on this phenomenon called Woke Jesus: The False Messiah Destroying Christianity. Pastor Lucas Miles is a well-known speaker and author, and he is the founder of The American Pastor Project. The City of God Podcast is produced by Coral Ridge Ministries Media https://www.djameskennedy.org/ Made in partnership with the Institute for Faith and Culture https://crpc.org/institute/ 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 #CRPC #DJKM #RobPacienza

There’s a growing problem in America and around the world that endangers vulnerable people—and yet it often stays hidden in the shadows. That problem is the scourge of human trafficking. The recent movie, "The Sound of Freedom," had greater than expected success at the box office and brought this issue into current conversations. But if you think human trafficking only happens outside America’s borders, you’re mistaken. On the next "Truths That Transform," you’ll meet a victim of domestic human trafficking, who shares her harrowing story to protect others. Discover how traffickers ensnare their victims, and how it could happen to almost anyone. Meet people who are working within the church of Jesus Christ to end trafficking and aid the victims of this nightmare. #EndHumanTrafficking #TraffickingSurvivor #HumanRights #ModernSlavery #HumanTraffickingAwareness #FightForFreedom #HumanTraffickingPrevention #EndExploitation #RescueAndRestore #TraffickingEducation #SupportSurvivors #AwarenessMatters #BreakTheSilence #TruthsThatTransform #DJKM

Biblical manhood has been in the crosshairs of the radical left for years. With phrases like “toxic masculinity” being thrown around, men today are being discouraged from holding to the traditional standards of Biblical manhood. On this episode of The City of God podcast we break down the attack on men that is permeating our culture. Dr. Owen Strachan is Provost and Research Professor of Theology at Grace Bible Theological Seminary and the author of the new book “The War on Men: Why Society Hates Them and Why We Need Them”.

More and more today Churches are advancing the ideas of progressive Christianity, which is leading to many Christians deconstructing their faith. One individual who sat under the teaching of a progressive pastor is Alisa Childers. On today's episode of The City of God Podcast, Alisa shares her story of deconstructing her own faith and how the lies being used to push progressive Christianity are easily refuted with a Biblical worldview. Alisa Childers is a best-selling author and popular podcaster. Her latest book is called "Live Your Truth: and Other Lies." Alisa will be speaking at the 2024 Kingdom Come Conference at Coral Ridge Presbyterian Church, March 14-16, 2024. https://institutefc.org/kcc/ The City of God Podcast is produced by Coral Ridge Ministries Media https://www.djameskennedy.org/ Made in partnership with the Institute for Faith and Culture https://crpc.org/institute/ 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 #CRPC #DJKM #RobPacienza

Criticism is not always welcome, and pointing out dangerous errors is not usually well-received—but it’s necessary for the health of the church and for the safety of Christians. Indeed, that’s the charge pastors are given. Many churches, pastors, and denominations have begun listening to the siren call of Marxism over the Bible. On the next "Truths That Transform," we will examine how the ideas that go under the label of “woke” are undermining the Gospel. We’ll share the unvarnished truth—which is refreshing in a time when so many leaders are trying to court the favor of the unbelieving world. #ChurchCriticism #SafetyInCritique #PastoralResponsibility #MarxismVsBible #WokeUnderminingGospel #UnvarnishedTruth #ChristianCritique #FaithfulPastors #GospelIntegrity #ChurchAccountability #BibleOverWoke #ChristianLeadership #DefendingTheFaith #ChurchSafety #ChristianityVsMarxism #GospelTruth #FaithInCriticism #ChurchAwakening #TruthMatters #TruthsThatTransform #DJKM

“Woke Christianity” is a term that has become well-known in the last few years. It claims to offer peace and good things like justice and reconciliation. But because it’s based on Marxist ideology rather than biblical truth, it actually brings division and undermines the gospel. The danger that comes from seeing life through the secular world's lens threatens all areas of life and culture. In our newest episode of "Truths That Transform," hear from a pastor who once fought on the side of leftist social justice.