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For the Gospel, hosted by Costi W. Hinn and the FTG team, provides sound doctrine for everyday people. By discussing practical topics, answering tough questions, and interviewing influential guests, we want to inspire you to live for the gospel of Jesus Christ.
In this episode, Costi Hinn sat down with Drew Bauer to discuss the heartbreaking loss of Drew and Savannah's daughter, Joy, and the difficult journey that led to her birth. Faced with repeated pressure to abort their daughter, they chose instead to trust God's sovereignty, uphold the sanctity of life, and remain faithful through unimaginable suffering.
Their testimony is a powerful reminder that even in life's deepest valleys, God is present, His purposes are good, and His grace is sufficient.
Faith isn't proven only when prayers are answered the way we hope. It's revealed when we continue trusting God even when His purposes are beyond our understanding. In the final sermon of our Summer Series, Adrian Rogers reminds us that mature faith rests in God's power, bows to His sovereignty, and clings to His promises.
Nothing is outside the rule of God. From the smallest details to the greatest events in history, Scripture reveals a God who is sovereign over all things. In the forth sermon of our Summer Series, John Piper unpacks this foundational truth and shows why God's sovereignty is not something to fear, but the greatest source of hope for every believer.
What stands between you and Christ may not be obvious sin, but the idol you refuse to surrender. In the third sermon of our Summer Series, John MacArthur examines the rich young ruler and shows how the law exposes our hearts and leads us to the only Savior.
It's possible to obey all the rules and still miss the grace of God. In the second sermon of our Summer Sermon Series, Voddie Baucham unpacks the Parable of the Older Son, showing that Jesus' warning isn't just for the prodigal—it's for the self-righteous who believe they've earned the Father's favor.
The Christian life is not measured by how deeply we feel, but by whether our sorrow over sin leads to genuine change. In the first sermon in our summer series, Charles Spurgeon calls us to examine whether our repentance is producing obedience or simply another emotional moment.
Many people spend their lives searching for purpose in a career, relationship, achievement, or future opportunity. In this episode, Costi Hinn explains why your purpose is not a mystery and how believers can faithfully live out God's calling right where they are.
Gluttony, stress, exhaustion, and unhealthy habits are often treated as merely physical problems. In this episode, Costi Hinn explains why these issues have spiritual implications and how believers can pursue a healthier, more faithful life.
Your calendar reveals your priorities more than your intentions ever will. In this episode, Costi Hinn walks through five practical, biblical ways to take back your time and stop living reactively.
Reset begins in the mind. What you consistently feed your thoughts will eventually shape the way you live. In this episode, Costi Hinn explores how Scripture calls believers to renew their minds and pursue lasting peace through God's truth.
Parents today are more confused about discipline than ever before. In this episode, Costi Hinn breaks down what biblical discipline actually looks like, not rooted in anger, but in love, wisdom, and the gospel.
What happens when gentleness becomes permissiveness? In this episode, Costi Hinn unpacks five reasons why gentle parenting fails and how it produces fragile, undisciplined, and self-centered children. Through Scripture and practical wisdom, this episode calls parents back to God’s design for faithful parenting.
In this episode, Costi Hinn discusses motherhood, biblical womanhood, and the lies modern culture tells women about marriage, children, and fulfillment.
A strong home begins with a father who knows and loves the Lord. In this video, Costi Hinn shares what Scripture teaches about raising children through intentional, gospel-centered fatherhood.
In this episode, Costi Hinn lays a biblical foundation for parenting, cutting through cultural noise to show what God actually calls parents to do.
In this episode, Costi Hinn unpacks a biblical vision for work that reframes the daily grind into something far greater, showing how even the most ordinary tasks can become acts of worship when done for God’s glory.
Finding fulfillment in work isn’t about chasing success or comfort, it’s about understanding God’s design for purpose and worship. In this episode, Costi Hinn unpacks how meaningful work shapes character, brings satisfaction, and ultimately glorifies God.
Building a strong work ethic isn’t about hype or shortcuts, it’s about discipline, consistency, and a heart that honors God. In this episode, Costi Hinn walks through what it really means to work with purpose and perseverance in a culture that avoids both.
Laziness doesn’t usually look like rebellion—it looks like small compromises over time. In this episode, Costi Hinn kicks off his new series on work, exposing the subtle dangers of idleness and calling believers to faithful, disciplined living.
Good Friday invites us not to rush past the cross, but to reflect on all that Christ bore for sinners. In this special bonus episode on the For the Gospel Podcast, Costi Hinn calls us to behold the cross as the place where God’s justice was satisfied and mercy was poured out.
In this episode, Costi Hinn walks through five life-altering blessings of the resurrection—reminding us that Easter is not just tradition, but the most significant event in human history that changes everything for the believer.
Your eyes aren’t neutral—they’re gateways shaping your desires and devotion. In this week's episode, Costi Hinn explains why what you watch matters more than you think.
In this episode, Costi Hinn addresses the battle against lust head-on, unpacking Jesus’ warning in Matthew 5 and explaining why pornography is spiritually destructive to the mind, marriage, and relationship with God. He also provides practical steps for repentance, accountability, and lasting change.
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In this episode, Costi Hinn explores why modesty still matters for Christians today, explaining how Scripture calls believers to honor God with their bodies in a culture that often celebrates the opposite.
In this episode, Costi Hinn challenges believers to examine their speech and asks whether our words truly reflect a heart transformed by the gospel. Holiness isn’t about legalism — it’s about love for Christ shaping how we speak every day.
Money isn’t the problem—the heart is. In this episode, Costi Hinn walks through what Scripture actually says about possessions, wealth, and when buying crosses the line into sin.
Rest isn’t laziness—and play isn’t sin. But both can be misused. In this episode, Costi Hinn walks through biblical rest, Christian liberty, and eight diagnostic questions to help you steward your time for God’s glory.
In this episode, Costi Hinn addresses the extremes believers often fall into when it comes to alcohol and explains how the Bible calls us to thoughtful, God-honoring discernment.
What shapes your financial decisions—faith or impulse? In this episode, Costi Hinn walks through the biblical principles every Christian should consider when it comes to gambling.
Wealth and work don’t have to compete with your faith—they’re meant to be shaped by it. In this episode, Costi Hinn unpacks how money, ambition, and calling fit under Christ’s authority.
Scripture is clear that bad company corrupts good morals, and that truth still applies today. In this episode, Costi Hinn unpacks how biblical wisdom helps identify relationships that strengthen faith versus those that weaken it.
Spiritual drift doesn’t usually happen overnight, and neither does Christlikeness. In this episode, Costi Hinn unpacks how daily habits—both seen and unseen—shape the direction of your life and the health of your soul.
In this week’s episode, Costi Hinn challenges the idea that busyness equals faithfulness. As the year begins, he walks through biblical priorities that anchor believers in Christ and guard against slow, unnoticed spiritual drift.
As the year comes to a close, it’s easy to rush ahead without reflection. In this episode, Costi Hinn shares five biblical habits that help anchor your heart in worship, repentance, and gratitude.
In this special Christmas Eve bonus episode, Costi Hinn reminds us that the manger was never the end of the story—it was the beginning of a mission that leads to the cross and offers real hope for the weary.
The Christmas story is bigger than the names we usually remember. In this episode, Costi Hinn explores the overlooked characters of Christmas and what their lives reveal about the heart of God.
When the Christmas season begins to feel overwhelming, it is easy to get swept up in the pace and forget the purpose. In this episode, Costi Hinn reminds us that the heart of Christmas is found in the story of Christ, not simply in the traditions or activities that fill our calendars.
The birth of Jesus is more than a seasonal tradition, it is the story of God drawing near to save sinners. In this episode, Costi Hinn walks through the doctrine of the Incarnation and why it changes everything.
Christmas is often wrapped in traditions that aren’t rooted in Scripture. In this episode, Costi Hinn addresses four common misconceptions and explains what the Bible actually reveals about the birth of Christ.
The Christian life is not lived in fear but in informed confidence. In this episode, Costi Hinn breaks down five facts of spiritual warfare that help believers recognize the enemy’s patterns and respond with wisdom, discernment, and Spirit-empowered strength.
Demons are often misunderstood, either sensationalized or dismissed as superstition. In this episode, Costi Hinn explains what Scripture actually says about who demons are, what they can and cannot do, and why believers can stand firm without fear.
In this episode, Costi Hinn explores the mystery and majesty of angels as described in Scripture. Their reverent service and unceasing worship remind us that every corner of creation moves under God’s perfect will.
Pornography has quietly become one of the most destructive forces in the church. In this special bonus episode of the For the Gospel podcast, Costi Hinn and Emeal "E.Z." Zwayne have an unfiltered conversation about the battle for purity, repentance, and what it means to fight sin with conviction and hope in Christ.
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In this week's episode of the For the Gospel Podcast, Costi Hinn wraps up his series on heaven and the afterlife by answering your most-asked questions about eternity. From time and memory in heaven to justice, pets, and eternal joy, he unpacks what the Bible actually reveals about life after death—and how it gives believers hope today.
Main topics discussed:
- Do people in heaven know what happens on earth?
- Remembering the past without pain
- Should Christians be organ donors?
- Will there be pets in heaven?
- Recognizing loved ones in eternity
Hell isn’t a metaphor or a state of mind—it’s a real place of conscious, eternal judgment. Jesus spoke about hell more than anyone else in Scripture, not to scare people, but to warn them in love. In this episode, Costi Hinn unpacks what the Bible actually says about hell and why denying its reality undermines the holiness of God.
In this episode, Costi Hinn walks through five biblical reasons we can be confident that babies and those unable to comprehend the gospel are safe in the arms of Christ. God’s character is just, merciful, and full of compassion toward the helpless.
In this episode, Costi Hinn unpacks one of the most anticipated questions believers have—what will we do in heaven? He offers a biblical picture of our future relationships, work, and worship in the presence of Christ.
In this episode, Costi Hinn explains what heaven will truly be like according to God’s Word. From glorified bodies to a renewed earth, from worship at the throne to rest from our labors, he reminds us that eternity is not fantasy or imagination, but a blood-bought reality secured by Christ.
In this episode, Costi Hinn opens Scripture to explain what the Bible really teaches about heaven, hell, angels, and the afterlife. He clears away cultural myths and confusion so believers can live with clarity, courage, and hope about what comes next.
In this episode, Costi Hinn wraps up the eschatology series by unpacking seven aspects of the millennial kingdom. From transformed creation to peace among the nations, he explains why this hope matters for Christians today.
Dispensationalism is often misunderstood as a system of extreme charts or speculation. In this video Costi Hinn explains how it actually centers on the glory of God, the fulfillment of His promises, and the unity of salvation in Christ. By returning to Scripture, we see a clear and faithful vision of God’s unfolding plan for history.
What does the Bible really teach about the rapture, the tribulation, and the role of the church? In this episode, Costi Hinn walks through key Scriptures to separate caricature from truth, reminding us that Christ’s return fuels encouragement, faithfulness, and unity.
In this special episode on the For the Gospel Podcast, Costi Hinn sits down with Jeff Durbin to discuss eschatology from different perspectives. The conversation moves away from debate and instead explores areas of tension and common ground. The episode highlights how differing views can be addressed with clarity, honesty, and gospel-centered focus.
In this episode Costi Hinn draws from Revelation 20, Isaiah, Zechariah, and Acts to present a clear biblical case for premillennialism, reminding believers that while we wait for Christ’s return we must live faithfully, with conviction, and with confidence that God will fulfill His Word.
In this episode, Costi Hinn carefully examines the Dispensational Premillennial, Historic Premillennial, Amillennial, and Postmillennial perspectives, giving believers a clear and charitable overview of each. Along the way, he highlights the attitudes that should shape our discussions—humility, charity, hope, readiness, mission-mindedness, and Christ-centeredness.
In this episode of the For the Gospel Podcast, Costi Hinn kicks off his new eschatology series by laying a critical foundation: before we explore timelines, tribulations, or millennial positions, we must first grasp the essential truth that Christ is coming again—visibly, bodily, and in glory. This isn’t a fringe belief; it is central to the Christian faith and essential for our hope, holiness, and mission.
What keeps a Christian from tipping over when the crosswinds of life hit?
In this final Sermon of our Summer Series on the For the Gospel Podcast, John Piper shows that a God-centered vision is what keeps us from collapsing under pressure. This is not motivational fluff—this is the ballast that holds you steady for the long journey of obedience.
Pastoral ministry is not about filling empty seats but about seeing souls conformed to Christ. In this fourth sermon from our Summer Series, Pastor John MacArthur opens Galatians and exhorts pastors to embrace the sacred agony of shepherding their people toward holiness.
In this video, John Piper opens Galatians 6:14 and proclaims the cross of Christ as the only thing worth boasting in. He calls Christians to live lives shaped by Calvary—where every joy and trial is seen as a blood-bought mercy, and every purpose is surrendered to God’s glory. The message is clear: don’t waste your life on what won’t last.
In this second sermon from our Summer Series, Dr. Charles Swindoll draws us into the quiet, weathered wisdom of the apostle Paul in his final days. Preaching from 2 Timothy 4, Swindoll offers a look at what it means to endure hardship, face betrayal, and remain faithful to the very end.
In the first sermon in our summer series John MacArthur reminds us of the problem of discontentment, showing how anxiety and comparison thrive when our trust shifts from God’s promises to worldly desires. Drawing from Philippians 4, we learn how to defeat discontentment by grounding our peace in God’s promises, not our situation.
For more information on Grace Community Church or to hear more messages from John MacArthur, visit https://gracechurch.org
A Christ-centered marriage is not defined by ease, but by endurance.
In this episode, Costi Hinn answers more questions from our listeners and explains what it means to have a marriage forged in prayer, shaped by the Word, and sustained by grace. In both strength and strain, the covenant between husband and wife leads back to the cross.
Topics covered:
-Lust
-Money and joint finances
-Spiritual leadership in the home
-Birth control
-Biblical grounds for divorce
It might seem like every conflict in marriage might not have a clear solution, but Scripture gives us a path forward. In this episode, Costi Hinn answers marriage questions from our listeners and explores what it means to stay faithful, speak the truth in love, and honor Christ—especially when challenges arise.
Topics covered:
-Narcissistic spouses
-Unbelieving spouses
-Setting boundaries with in-laws
-Disagreements on life-changing decisions
Marital conflict is inevitable—but it doesn’t have to be destructive.
In this episode, Costi Hinn shares biblical wisdom for navigating conflict in marriage with grace, humility, and gospel-centered love. Discover practical steps to pursue peace, protect unity, and honor Christ in your covenant.
In this episode of the For the Gospel podcast, Costi Hinn breaks down what Colossians 3:19 means when it says: “Husbands, love your wives and do not be harsh with them.” This is a direct call to examine how we speak, act, and lead in our homes—not with bitterness, but with Christlike love.
What does sacrificial love actually look like? In this week's episode, Costi Hinn walks through Ephesians 5:25–33 to unpack the kind of love every husband is called to show—reflecting the selfless, sanctifying, and securing love of Christ for His church.
Is a woman wasting her talents by prioritizing her home?
In this episode, Costi Hinn tackles one of today’s most debated topics: biblical womanhood and the God-given role of a wife in the home. By unpacking Titus 2 and Proverbs 31, he shows that prioritizing the home isn’t a step backward—it’s a step into God’s beautiful design for women.
In this episode of the For the Gospel Podcast, Costi Hinn explores the topic of biblical submission in marriage. Drawing from Ephesians 5:22–24, he unpacks the meaning of "submission" in its original context, the beauty of God’s design for wives, and how true biblical headship and submission reflect the gospel.
In this episode of the For The Gospel Podcast, Costi Hinn kicks off a new series on marriage by walking through nine biblical keys to strengthen your marriage. Whether you're currently married, engaged, dating, single, or even widowed or divorced, this episode offers timeless wisdom grounded in God’s Word. Learn how prayer, forgiveness, communication, intimacy, and more can fortify and transform your marriage.
This week on the For The Gospel Podcast, Costi Hinn wraps up his latest series by tackling listener questions about money.
A Preview of the Topics Covered:
- Balancing Giving and Saving/Investing
- Giving While Climbing Out of Debt
- Is Gambling a Sin?
- Biblical View on Taxes
- How Should Churches Manage Their Money?
Whether you’re a business owner, CFO, accountant, church treasurer, or just an everyday person trying to use your money wisely — this is for you. In this episode, Costi Hinn walks through 10 essential character qualities that every Christian must have in order to faithfully handle finances.
Should Christians save for retirement? Is investing in the stock market or crypto a wise move? In this episode of the For The Gospel Podcast, Costi Hinn unpacks how biblical wisdom should shape your saving, budgeting, and investing habits — no matter your income level.
This isn’t about getting rich quick or giving more to the church — it’s about honoring God with the money He’s entrusted to you. Through biblical truths and practical application, this episode will help you become a faithful steward of your finances.
Topics Covered:
- What the Bible teaches about saving
- How to approach investing with biblical principles
- Avoiding both prosperity gospel and poverty gospel extremes
- Budgets and balance sheets
- Setting financial priorities the biblical way
In part three of our series on money, Costi Hinn unpacks the truth about the 10% tithe, dives into Malachi 3, and shows how many churches misuse Scripture to pressure people into giving. If you've ever felt guilt-tripped into giving, or confused by Malachi 3, this episode will bring biblical clarity and gospel freedom.
Giving isn’t about percentages—it’s about the heart.
What does the Bible really teach about money? In this episode of the For The Gospel Podcast, Costi Hinn unpacks 5 biblical principles that challenge prosperity gospel lies and help recenter our hearts on stewardship, generosity, and Kingdom-minded living.
Topics Covered:
• Why God owns everything (and what that means for us)
• The truth about poverty and wealth in a broken world
• How wealth can be used to advance the gospel
• Debunking the myth that riches = spiritual success
• The weighty responsibility of financial stewardship
What does Jesus really say about money? In this episode, we begin a biblical series on money and stewardship, exploring 7 key principles from the Gospel of Luke. Learn how generosity, contentment, and eternal perspective transform how we handle money today.
This week on the For The Gospel Podcast, Costi Hinn wraps up his latest series by tackling listener questions about understanding and walking in God’s will.
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Christians can often feel weighed down wondering what God’s will is, but in reality, He has already given us all the tools we need in the Bible. In this episode, Costi Hinn outlines seven P's to help you make great decisions based on Scripture.
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In this episode, Costi Hinn exposes the decision-making cripplers that keep us from making great decisions and walking in God’s will. Every important decision should be analyzed and prayerfully processed, but nobody should be paralyzed by not knowing God's will.
The most important question anyone could ever ask is, "How do I know what God’s will is for my life?" In this episode, Costi Hinn begins a 3-part series exploring how to understand and walk in God's will, starting with 10 things that are God's will for every Christian.
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While we desire kindness to flow naturally from our lives, our sin nature as humans can make it difficult. In this episode, Costi Hinn examines three "kindness killers" and then turns to the Bible to reveal four ways to eradicate unkindness.
Kindness seems to be in short supply today, evident in everything from online arguments to road rage and church divisions. As Christians, this is a problem because kindness is a fruit of the Spirit, and its scarcity means we're not reflecting Christ’s work in our lives. In this episode, Costi Hinn shares three keys to cultivating kindness, helping us develop healthy hearts and live out this essential Christian quality.
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In this episode, Costi Hinn explores the importance of safeguarding your trust in friendships and relationships and provides practical advice and questions to help you evaluate the relationships that are shaping your life.
In this episode, Costi Hinn reminds us that where we spend our money reveals what we truly prioritize. Money is a reflection of the heart, magnifying our love for either earthly or heavenly things. It’s not about the amount, but the attitude; what we treasure ultimately shows where our heart lies.
In this episode, Costi Hinn reminds us that our talents are not our own. They are meant to be surrendered to God for His glory, which leads to true fulfillment found only in dedicating our abilities to His purpose.
God has entrusted us with the responsibility to steward our bodies and we are called to maximize the way we live out the days He has appointed for us. The difference between a life fully lived for His glory and one wasted with minimal effort may come down to how well we steward our temple. In this episode, Costi Hinn shares 4 keys for strengthening your temple!
To kick off the year, we're launching a podcast series designed to transform your life! In the first episode, Costi Hinn shares 9 powerful strategies for managing your time wisely, helping you honor God by using your time according to His calling.
In this episode, Costi Hinn explains the heart behind the mission of translating For The Gospel's content into Spanish with the launch of our new page Para El Evangelio.
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In the final podcast episode of 2024, Costi Hinn recaps what the Lord has done in this record-breaking year for FTG and outlines what is in store for the ministry in 2025.
In this episode, Costi Hinn considers the hope found in the words of Isaiah 9:6-7 and reflects on what the birth of Christ means for us.
One of the most important questions someone could ever ask is: Why is the Virgin Birth an essential Christian belief? Costi Hinn continues his Christmas podcast series by answering this question and highlights important truths as he walks through Matthew 1:18-25.
This week, Costi Hinn kicks off a 3-week series that will help keep the hope and meaning of Christmas in the forefront of your mind. All three of these episodes will tie into essentials of the Christian faith that every follower of Jesus should know! The fact that God would enter humanity and take on flesh is not something to overlook, nor is it some religious fable. In this first episode, Costi Hinn covers four reasons Jesus was born, which coincide with four of His titles.
In this episode, Costi Hinn and Jonny Ardavanis talk about how to come alongside those who are hurting or filled with anxiety during the Christmas season and discuss practical ways to serve others and walk with people who might be silently suffering.
Much of today’s music scene and worship culture in the church prioritizes talent over character. In many churches, the ability to sing or play with excellence exceeds the need for spiritual maturity, character, and in some cases, genuine conversion. In this episode, Bob Kauflin, Devon Kauflin, and David Zimmer sit down with Costi Hinn to talk about the importance of who should be on stage to lead worship in our churches, along with practical wisdom for the “mercenary” culture of the Christian music scene.
Should a church turn the lights down, unleash the fog machine, and laser light the stage to help people have a more engaging worship experience? Does it matter if a worship service is presented in a trendy way? If creativity is a gift from God, should we limit how much we innovate when it comes to music and stylistic elements in a service? Does the Bible have principles we can use to govern the style of our worship services? These are important questions! In the third episode of our worship series with Sovereign Grace Music, we gain valuable wisdom on the style of a worship service.
It was John Piper who once said, "A congregation learns its theology by the songs they sing, not just by the preaching they hear.” Doctrine matters in our music, and it’s vital that churches and leaders think through more than just the sound of music, and ensure that the content of the music is biblically accurate. In this episode, Sovereign Grace Music leaders Bob Kauflin, Devon Kauflin, and David Zimmer highlight that the road to heresy in the worship music industry is often paved with good intentions.
Expression in worship can often be relegated to the extremes of “emotionalism” or “stoicism.” Some argue that raising our hands in a worship service is nothing more than charismatic disorder, while others insist that if you don’t cry or shout during worship you’ve not entered the holy of holies. In part 1 of this series on worship, Bob Kauflin, Devon Kauflin, and David Zimmer of Sovereign Grace Music sit down with Costi Hinn to think biblical about how we express ourselves in worship so that we avoid extremes and joyfully worship God in spirit and truth.
In this week's podcast episode, Costi Hinn gives practical wisdom about the essentials of sharing the gospel and counsels on how to create and make the most of opportunities that will change someone's life.
In this special episode of the For The Gospel podcast, Conrad Mbewe sits down with Costi Hinn at the Ark Encounter in Williamstown, KY to talk about the exportation of the prosperity gospel from North America to Africa and the havoc it wreaks as it continues to spread like wildfire.
As a ministry that focuses on the truth… we are for the gospel. But by the very definition of being for something, that means we are then against what contradicts what we are for. In light of this, Costi Hinn continues his series on the gospel by exposing five common ways the gospel gets distorted and turns to the Bible for the truth.
Many Christians think they know the gospel because they've heard it before, but there is a big difference between “hearing” and “knowing.” The sign of truly knowing something is being able to articulate it, and that is where many of us need to be challenged. This week Costi Hinn kicks off a brand new series on the gospel that will strengthen your ability to share it with others.
This week on the For The Gospel Podcast, Costi Hinn answers your questions about sexual sin to close out his latest podcast series.
In this episode, Costi Hinn turns to Matthew 5 to talk about cutting off the avenues that leave you open to temptation and the importance of staying vigilant in the battle against sexual sin.
In this episode, Owen Strachan sits down with Costi Hinn to talk about strategies to effectively wage war against pornography, which is one of Satan's biggest tools to lure people to the destruction that sexual sin brings and has become increasingly prevalent in this generation.
In this episode, Costi Hinn covers two foundational truths that are essential for waging war against sexual sin and then provides two strategies for successfully battling temptation and lust.
Sexual sin will leave you empty and broken. In this week's episode, Costi Hinn turns to Proverbs 7 to see what the Bible says about the steps that lead to sexual sin and then provides three takeaways to apply to your life that will help you fight this destructive sin.
This week on the For The Gospel podcast we're starting a new series on the subject of sexual sin, as it's a battle we all face in the Christian life. We're kicking off this series by defining sexual sin and outlining key truths about it. Costi will then be doing a deep dive in the upcoming weeks to explore the tools that God's Word provides to us to effectively fight against this type of sin.
The final sermon in our summer series is one for every pastor and church member to remember that affection for Jesus and from Jesus ought to permeate our thinking and motivate our Christian living. Sinclair Ferguson goes for the heart in this message from Basics 2024 at Parkside Church titled, “Affection.”
For info on Basics 2025 or to hear messages from past conferences, please visit https://www.basicsconference.org
The next sermon in our summer series is by John MacArthur from Shepherd's Conference 2018 at Grace Community Church. In this message, he addresses the need to not only preach the gospel, but to also guard it with courage and boldness in a world full of false doctrines that try to add works to salvation. True salvation is only by grace alone through faith alone in Christ alone.
For more information on Shepherd's Conference or to hear more messages from the conference, visit https://shepherdsconference.org
The next sermon in our summer series is by Paul Washer from the 2021 Fellowship Conference in Texas. In this message, Paul Washer reminds us that pastors are people too and will often study and preach on the very issues they are wrestling through in their own souls. No matter how perfect someone looks on the outside, we all sin and need to repent. In addition to addressing functional perfectionism, Washer also turns to Scripture to provide four keys to spiritual growth.
For more information on the Fellowship Conference or to hear more messages from the conference, visit https://illbehonest.com/fellowship/
The next sermon in our summer series is by H.B. Charles on the sufficiency of Scripture from Shepherd's Conference 2022 at Grace Community Church. Many Christians would rightly say they believe the Bible is the Word of God and is not a book full of errors, but do we live like it’s “enough” and trust it as “enough” for life, decisions, and living out God’s will for our lives?
For more information on Shepherd's Conference or to hear more messages from the conference, visit https://shepherdsconference.org/
The second sermon in our five-week summer series is by Voddie Baucham when he spoke at the Founder's Conference in 2023. In this message, he delivers truth that is sorely needed in today’s world and covers the topics of manhood, womanhood, and God’s glorious design. Every Christian — especially parents, pastors, and educators — should be able to clearly articulate a biblical view of manhood and womanhood and this sermon will definitely equip you for that!
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In this first sermon of our summer series, Austin Duncan helps us see how the right truth can still be delivered the wrong way, and at the wrong time! With wisdom from the book of Job, we’ll learn lessons about counseling others with discernment, gentleness, and truth. Biblical counseling is an important part of Christian discipleship, but we need to make sure we don’t pull a “Zophar” (Job 11).
In this special episode, Costi Hinn had the opportunity to connect with Jeremiah and Andrew from Cultish and Mike Winger to provide an insider's look into the "ministry" of Benny Hinn as well as expose the false doctrine of the Word of Faith movement.
We want to thank Cultish for letting us share the content from this interview.
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We also want to thank Mike Winger for the work he has been doing in shedding light on the lies of false teachers.
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In this final episode of the series on prayer, Costi Hinn not only unpacks the sovereignty of God over the outcomes of prayer, but also provides a deeper look into eight examples in Scripture where God either did not answer prayers or chose not to hear prayers. This episode will point you back to the grace of God and remind you that repentance and humility are vital to a thriving prayer life.
In this episode, Costi Hinn digs into James 4:1-5 and provides 5 questions for assessing your prayer motives. Not only do we need to be careful of judging the motives of others, we also need to be most diligent in assessing our own motives for prayer.
If you're looking for a great resource to help your child develop a lifelong habit of effective, biblical prayer, check out "In Jesus' Name I Pray: TJ the Squirrel Learns the True Heart of Prayer" by Costi & Christyne Hinn.
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In this episode, Costi Hinn kicks off a 3-week series to help tune up your prayer life and renew your mind. Using the model of Jesus and His prayer life, this episode will help you build a biblical prayer life.
In this final episode of the parables series, Costi Hinn unpacks 2 parables that Jesus uses to explain what the kingdom of heaven is like (Matthew 13:44-46)
When a Lawyer stands up and publicly tries to test Jesus in order to embarrass Him with a question, the Lord responds with a question of His own. What follows that moment is one of the most well known parables in human history called, “The Good Samaritan.” In this episode Costi Hinn walks you through this parable and then explains the core truths that Christians should apply as they seek to love God and love their neighbor.
In this episode Costi Hinn unpacks Matthew 20:1-13 and the parable of the vineyard workers. In this passage Jesus highlights the nature of God’s sovereign grace and His prerogative to save who He wants to, when He wants to, and use them however He wants to. This episode will be a great encouragement to those who may feel like a second-class citizen in Christ because they are late bloomers when it comes to salvation.
In this episode Costi Hinn explains the parable of the four soils (also called “parable of the sower”) in which Jesus delivers clear and convicting truth about human hearts and how they receive the seed of the word. Many people don’t understand this parable, but Christ makes it easy to interpret as He provides His own explanation in Matthew 13:18-23.
In this episode Costi Hinn explains the meaning of Jesus’ parable about two men who went up to the temple to pray one day. Themes in this episode include justification by faith, humility, repentance, self-righteousness, and salvation.
In this episode Costi Hinn continues his series through the parables by unpacking truths from Jesus' teaching on the prodigal son that speak to lost souls and religious hypocrites. Themes include sin, repentance, grace, self-righteousness, and forgiveness. Whether you're a long time Christian or new to faith, the lessons from this parable will bring you back to the foundation of salvation and God's love for us.
Some people are ready for Christ to return or call them home, and some are not. Some people are living for themselves but think they are saved, while others are humbly living their life for God’s glory. In the parable of “The Ten Virgins” Jesus arrests the eternal perspective of His audience by showcasing how once the Lord returns, it will be too late to be saved. Today is the day of salvation.
Jesus warns us to be careful of being unforgiving in light of how forgiven we are. In this episode Costi Hinn unpacks the parable of “The Unforgiving Servant” and reminds us why all Christians forgive, and clarifies what forgiveness is not.
In this episode Costi Hinn unpacks the parable of “The Rich Fool,” and gives us truths to apply from Jesus’ warnings about trusting in riches.
In this new 8-part series, Costi Hinn is teaching you how to interpret the parables and walking you through several key parables! From allegorizing them to misapplying them, many people are missing the point of one of Jesus' most prominent teaching tools. This series will make you confident and knowledgeable when it comes to the parables, and help you apply them faithfully in your walk with the Lord.
In this final episode of Costi Hinn's 3-part series with Tim Challies, Tim walks listeners through the process of growing closer to God in the midst of unthinkable loss. How is it possible for someone to grow closer to Jesus while experiencing painful loss? When all hope seems lost, how can we still have hope? Tim guides you through these questions and more.
In this episode Costi Hinn continues his three part series with Tim Challies on loss, suffering, grief, and the goodness of God. In this specific interview, Tim Challies provides insights on God's sovereignty and God's goodness in the midst of losing a child.
In this 3-part series Costi Hinn interviews pastor and author, Tim Challies, about the loss of his son, Nick, in 2020. Nick was a young man on the pathway to ministry and deeply loved by his family. He was engaged to Ryn, enjoying life, and going to school at Boyce College (Southern Seminary) when the Lord called him home suddenly. Tim has always been known for his faithful teaching and writing ministry (www.challies.com), but the Lord has seen fit to add a "ministry of sorrow" to Tim's life. This series will take a deep dive into the Challies family story, the aftermath of losing Nick, big questions about God's goodness, sovereignty, grief, and suffering as a Christian.
In this final episode of the self-control series, Costi Hinn walks you through 6 bricks to build a life of self-control from Dai Hankey’s book, “A Man’s Greatest Challenge.” These bricks apply to every Christian, whether you are a man or a woman, and the secret to self-control is rooted in one key truth that he covers at the end of this episode.
In part 4 of the self-control series, Costi Hinn teaches through 1 Corinthians 9:23-27 and provides 6 truths about how Paul the apostle lived his life and exercised self-control for the sake of the gospel. He did everything with purpose and on purpose — for the glory of God. Grab your Bible for this episode, and be challenged to live in a way that honors the One who saved your soul.
In this episode, Costi Hinn takes you to several key passages of Scripture to break down 5 truths from the life of Christ and how He is our perfect model for self-control. While Christians will not be perfect like Christ, they have the power to grow in self-control because they are in Christ.
In sports, teams gather scouting reports about opposing teams to go into a game with a strategy for facing their opponent. They study patterns and tendencies which help them predict what the other team might do. Like in sports, a scouting report on challenging environments can help Christians go in with “eyes wide open,” and develop a strategy for winning the spiritual battle. In this episode, Costi Hinn continues his series on self-control by walking you through 5 self-control war zones. These are items or environments that can be good things but are not neutral in our battle for self-control. In addition, he unpacks 4 responses to these war zones.
In this first episode of a 5-part series on self-control, Costi Hinn walks you through 5 "breakers" that can bring down the walls of your self-control, and 4 responses that will help bear this important fruit of the Spirit.
Join Costi and his wife, Christyne, as they talk about why they wrote their new children’s book, “The King Who Found His Self-Control." In addition, they talk about life in the trenches as young parents, how to move from “hanging fruit on trees” to planting gospel seeds of truth in your kids, and the importance of the gospel. They share details on how they wrote the book, along with how you can take the step as a family when it comes to self-control.
What does God expect of men in the church? If not all men are pastors, what significant role can they play? How should the priority of the local church permeate a man’s life? In this final episode of the manhood series Costi Hinn asks pastor and former Navy Seal, Travis Allen, to help men from all walks of life understand and embrace their role in the local church.
Is it a sin to kill an intruder who breaks into your home to harm your wife and/or children? Does Christ call men to be passive or aggressive when it comes to home protection? In episode 4 of this manhood series, Costi Hinn asks pastor and former Navy Seal, Travis Allen, to break down a biblically balanced view on self-defense, home protection, and caring for our families.
In episode 3 of this manhood series, Costi Hinn asks pastor and former Navy Seal, Travis Allen, about the role of men in the home. From spiritual leadership, to provision and protection, this episode will help every man embrace his God-given role within marriage and family.
In episode two of this manhood series, Costi Hinn asks pastor and former Navy Seal, Travis Allen, to break down the traits of a biblical man. Using Genesis 1-3, Travis unveils key distinctions that God has made between men and women, and the unique calling God has placed on men in the world He created.
In this new 5-part series, Costi Hinn interviews pastor and former Navy Seal, Travis Allen, about the misguided ideas about manhood and unpacks why men like Joe Rogan, Jordan Petersen, and David Goggins represent attractive versions of manhood. Ultimately, this episode speaks to the way God has wired men and how that should be shaped by the Spirit and not the flesh.
In this final episode of the year, Costi Hinn takes you behind the scenes at what God has done in 2023 at For the Gospel, along with financial updates, content previews for 2024, and how we’re structured long-term. If you’ve wondered about the impact of our ministry or where we’re heading, this episode has everything you need!
In this final part of our Christmas series, Costi Hinn unpacks the priority of love by walking you through 1 John 2:7-11. During Christmas, it can be challenging to maintain a heart of love because of family dynamics, pressure from work, or a chaotic calendar. Yet as Christians, we have an incredible opportunity to reflect the love of Christ to both fellow believers and the lost who are in need of salvation.
In part 4 of our Christmas series, Costi Hinn outlines 4 terms that will help you focus on eternity this Christmas! Whether Christmas is filled with the distraction of material blessings this year, or the burden of trials, the truths in this episode will shift your eyes towards Christ and the joy of a future in His presence. The episode includes a clip from Randy Alcorn on eternal perspective.
In this episode, Costi Hinn unpacks the 3rd priority for a winning Christmas by providing you with a theology of generosity. He outlines practical ways to view money, avoid materialism, and enjoy the good gifts God gives us!
In this episode, Costi Hinn continues his Christmas series with a focus on family! During the Advent season, the rat race of pleasing people and special events can quickly put the family on the back burner. This episode will highlight the importance of prioritizing family and saying "no" to good things in order to focus on greater things.
In this episode, Costi Hinn kicks off a brand new Christmas series and walks through the first of five priorities for a “winning” Christmas. He defines what it means to win during the Advent season and also provides cautionary wisdom about ways we miss Christ in our Christmas, and five practical ways to keep Christ as the center!
In this episode, Costi Hinn answers the top 10 questions we’ve received on God’s will and explains each one in light of what Scripture teaches. The questions include topics like the death of babies, who to marry, moving to other places, predestination, and more!
In this episode, Costi Hinn provides clarity on one of the most common questions we get as a ministry. God’s will and healing are twisted by faith healers and spiritual abusers who seek to heap burdens on people who need comforting truth. To get healed, do you just need more faith? Does giving money make God provide miracles? This episode will provide biblical truth on this important aspect of God’s will.
In this episode, Costi Hinn breaks down the 5’s of God’s will as explicitly mentioned in Scripture. Over the years, many theologians and pastors have used these passages to help Christians see that when they live according to what Scripture says, they will always find themselves aligned with God’s will. Book recommendation in this episode: "Found: God’s Will” by John MacArthur.
In this episode, Costi Hinn continues the series on God’s will by unpacking God’s will in salvation. Using Ephesians 1:3-6 he showcases how God’s not absent from our salvation, nor is He out of the equation when it comes to who gets saved. God is sovereign and His will very much includes who is saved, when they are saved, and that they stay saved. The doctrine of “election” comes up in this episode as does the doctrine of “adoption.”
In this episode, Costi Hinn continues his series on the will of God by unpacking what the revealed will of God is all about. Along with 8 key truths and several passages from Scripture, he lays out the major barriers between us and knowing the will of God.
In this episode, Costi Hinn unpacks God’s decretive will or what theologians call “God’s secret will.” When it comes to this particular aspect of God’s will it’s vital that Christians understand the sovereignty of God, but also, the peace that comes from knowing just how in control He is. Whether you’re worried about the future or wondering about the past, this episode will strengthen your view on the will of God and help you live confidently in His plan for your life.
In this series, Costi Hinn breaks down the basic truth about God’s will and takes the mystery out of one of the most confusing and misunderstood aspects of the Christian life. You can know God’s will and walk in it. Beginning with this episode, he focused on the most important characteristic you need to get ready for a deeper understanding of God’s will. Too many Christians miss the glorious truth about God’s will because they don’t start off with the right attitude.
In this episode, Costi Hinn answers your questions about the Holy Spirit including questions about tongues, feelings, church service order, fruit, prayer, and more!
Unity is hard to come by in the body of Christ, but it doesn’t have to be that way. At the same time, we should never sacrifice truth in the name of superficial unity. When it comes to the work of the Holy Spirit in the true body of Christ, we may differ on some secondary doctrinal matters, but if we share a common Lord and have been baptized into the same body, we can experience unity in the midst of some differences. In this episode, Costi Hinn unpacks 4 principles that can help us preserve the unity that the Holy Spirit provides.
From confusing phrases to sensational claims, there is a great deal of confusion regarding the voice of the Spirit and how to hear from God today. In this episode, Costi Hinn takes the guesswork out of hearing from the Holy Spirit by providing biblical and practical truths you can use to walk in God’s will with confidence!
In this 3rd episode of the series on the Holy Spirit, Costi Hinn digs into practical outcomes if we believe that the Holy Spirit is God and a person. This episode will focus on how we should pray to the Holy Spirit, worship the Holy Spirit, and nurture a strong and biblical relationship with the Holy Spirit.
There are certain truths that every Christian should understand and believe when it comes to the Holy Spirit. In this episode, Costi Hinn unpacks 3 essentials to help all Christians grasp and relish the Holy Spirit’s work as a member of the Trinity. He also covers some of the historical heresies that were condemned by early church councils and provides practical insights for those who have swung to extremes when it comes to the Holy Spirit.
The Holy Spirit is quite possibly the most misunderstood and abused member of the Holy Trinity. Some people don’t believe He is God, others think He is merely a mystical force or some abstract expression of God. His work, His deity, and His personhood are all essential Christian truths. In the midst of a generation ripe with false teaching that confuses people on this vital doctrine, this episode will help you avoid error and relish in the truth. Costi Hinn highlights several examples of blasphemy regarding the Spirit’s work, then provides 3 glorious reasons why getting the doctrine of the Holy Spirit matters.
Like many pastors and churches, when COVID-19 hit the news and shut down orders spread across the globe, Tim Stephens and Fairview Baptist Church stopped holding services and assessed the situation. Not knowing what they were dealing with, they took every step necessary to use wisdom and prudence in their decision-making. But as it became clear that this virus was not all that the government made it out to be, Tim’s convictions stirred to re-open the church and begin preaching and holding worship services. His decision to re-open had a wide ripple effect that ultimately led to his imprisonment. As a husband, and a father to 8 children, Tim and Raquel Stephens had so much to lose. As fines piled up and public pressure mounted, Tim’s convictions remained anchored. To end the whole ordeal all he had to do was sign an agreement stating that he would not go back and re-open the church. He refused. This interview is the entire story in his own words.
In this episode, Costi Hinn shares the 4th message in this summer series. This particular message is more of a testimony by none other than Joni Earecksen Tada from the Strange Fire Conference in 2013. This message will help you grasp God’s will on healing, and how a Christian should view suffering and the sovereignty of God.
In this episode, Costi Hinn shares the 3rd message in this summer series and it focuses on the kind of preaching every Christian should unapologetically expect from a faithful preacher. Our preacher is Dr. Steve Lawson, this particular sermon is from Shepherd’s Conference in 2019, and was instrumental in Costi's own desire to preach the Word in a pulpit for the rest of his life. It will help any believer understand the importance of preaching and what to expect of their church and pastors.
In this episode, Costi Hinn introduces our 2nd sermon of the summer series. Our preacher is John MacArthur, the message is "Inerrancy Under Attack," and it is from the 2015 Shepherd's Conference. MacArthur highlights the assaults that have come upon the Word of God and the authority and sufficiency of Scripture. Every Christian must know how the Bible is inerrant and why we stand for the truth of God's unchanging Word.
In this episode, Costi Hinn kicks off a 5-week series where he shares life changing messages that have impacted him over the last 10 years. In this 1st message, Paul Washer pours out from his deep well of wisdom on marriage, parenting, and family in what has become one of the most accessible, convicting, and down-to-earth messages on these topics. Washer is less "preachy" and much more personal in what feels more like a living room counseling session than a sermon. No matter your life stage, this will greatly impact you for years to come.
In this episode, Costi Hinn interviews Owen Strachan and asks him hard questions about difficult passages on head coverings, women teaching in the church, manhood, and patriarchy. These are not salvation issues, but they can be confusing issues that impact the local church and our unity. With biblical balance and pastoral temperance, Strachan and Hinn weave a pattern of clarity through these issues and more.
In this episode Costi Hinn breaks down the "7 A's of Confession" from Ken Sande and helps to clarify the difference between genuinely seeking someone's forgiveness vs. making excuses about sin. Relationships will never heal and conflict cannot be reconciled if we do not take ownership for our sin in situations. Many people don't know how to biblically seek out forgiveness or confess sin. This episode will equip everyone to do that.
In part 3 of this series on conflict and forgiveness, Costi Hinn walks you through the biblical steps towards becoming a forgiving person and provides practical insights that are modeled in the life of Christ. If you have a difficult time forgiving people or want to be a peacemaker who helps others become more forgiving, this episode has everything you need!
Christians should be the most forgiving people in the world because we’re the most forgiven people in the world. But that doesn’t mean forgiveness will be easy. In part 2 of this series on conflict and forgiveness, Costi Hinn unpacks 4 things forgiveness is not,and 4 truths that help us define what forgiveness is.
This episode kicks off a brand new series on forgiveness and takes a deep dive into conflict resolution, how a Christian should respond, why forgiveness is hard, what bitterness will do to you, and how Christ’s example is our model. Many Christians do not have a healthy pattern of conflict resolution, but the Bible provides us with the tools we need to reflect God’s will in how we fight and forgive.
In this episode Costi Hinn provides 6 biblical and practical steps for dealing with sinful anger issues, and highlights the core truth that can help any Christian overcome sinful anger that stems from a lack of self-control.
In this episode, Costi Hinn walks through the difference between sinful anger and righteous anger, using Scripture as the basis. Discerning the difference between these two types of anger can help us know when it's time to confess sin, or when it's time to confront someone in their sin. Is your anger rooted in selfish ambition? Are you angry and want to take revenge? Do you experience anger over what grieves the Holy Spirit? These questions (and more) are answered in this episode.
In this episode Costi Hinn kicks off a 3-week series on anger beginning with 4 key principles about anger, and 5 passages that show us what the Bible has to say about anger. This series will help you know the difference between sinful anger and righteous anger, as well as gain practical insights for dealing with a sinful anger problem. All Christians will struggle with emotions and self-control. Anger is something every believer should understand and be equipped to address.
In this episode, Costi Hinn sits down with Justin Peters and asks him big questions about false teaching, red flags to watch for, and the importance of Christian discernment.
In this episode, Costi Hinn sits down with Heidi St. John who is a mother and a grandmother and has run for Congress as a passionate representative of Christian values. Heidi shares powerful truths about the public school system and the need for Christian parents to take responsibility for their calling from God as the primary disciple-makers in the home.
In this episode, Costi Hinn sits down with Mark Spence from Living Waters to talk about how to live your life for the ultimate purpose. Mark is widely respected in the Christian world an absolute spark plug when it comes to being bold about faith and biblical truth. Costi also asks Mark about pro-life issues, and Mark shares key insights that will inspire you to live for the gospel in every area of your life.
In this episode, Costi Hinn sits down with Ken Ham on location at the Ark Encounter for an in-depth interview about big theological questions. They cover creation, the age of the earth, dinosaurs, aliens, and more! Ultimately, all of these issues come down to whether or not our worldview is shaped by Scripture, or by secularism. Ken Ham sets out to prove that science merely proves what the Bible has already proclaimed.
In this episode Costi Hinn finishes the Easter series by taking you on a journey through Holy Week featuring Russ Ramsey's narrative that synthesizes all of the Gospel accounts into one seamless storyline. You will understand the details of what took place on Palm Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Maundy Thursday, Good Friday, Saturday, and Resurrection Sunday.
This series continues as Costi Hinn helps you focus on Christ and breaks down 5 practical ways to maximize your Easter. There are plenty of traditions and good things to enjoy each year, but the believer in Jesus aims to glory in the greatest thing.
In this episode Costi Hinn walks you through 3 ways this world attempts to hijack our Easter. Believers are in the world but not of the world, and we should prioritize our lives and important seasons accordingly. Easter is a high watermark of the Christian calendar, don't spiritually sleepwalk your way through it.
In this episode, the “Revival” series culminates as Costi Hinn walks you through the marks of false revival. The Bible is clear that believers are in a spiritual war and Satan seeks to undermine and distract the church from its mission. Furthermore, darkness uses deception to mislead people and keep them blinded from the truth. Discernment is one of the believer’s most important spiritual tools. This episode will provide you with key truths that will equip you to rightly discern false revival.
In part two of this series on revival, Costi Hinn walks you through a history of revival from The Great Awakening, to the Protestant Reformation, to the early church in the book of Acts. He lays out 8 clear marks of true revival to help you understand how the Spirit of God works consistently throughout the ages.
In this episode, Costi Hinn begins a 3-part series on "Revival" so that you can rightly celebrate the power of God in the lives of people, while also using discernment and wisdom in everyday life. This episode includes an excerpt from Dr. Martyn Lloyd-Jones that will help you effectively answer the question: What is revival?
Christian singleness is often accompanied by extremes. One extreme is to insist that most everyone shouldbe married young, while another extreme is to insist that most everyone wait until their 30s so they can enjoy their singleness. Littered in between these extremes are the imposing personal experiences that many push onto others because it's how the Lord wrote their story. Are you allowed to deeply desire to be married? Is it wrong to want to plan for the future before getting married? How should you leverage your singleness? If you're sad that you're not married, does that mean marriage is an "idol" for you? These are important questions! In this episode, Costi Hinn provides 5 principles that will help you view marriage as a gift, and approach singleness in a balanced way.
In this episode, Costi Hinn breaks down 4 types of love and explains the difference between eros, storge, philia, and agape. You’ll learn the difference between these, including the dark side to some of them. Ultimately, genuine love starts with God and believers are called to imitate Him.
In this episode, Costi Hinn sits down with special needs parents, Ryan & Shainah Shackelford, and they share their story, provide practical wisdom on special needs parenting, and offer encouragement to parents who may be expecting a special needs child. The special needs community is near and dear to our hearts at For the Gospel. This episode will equip you to love, serve, and grow with them!
In this final episode of the spiritual disciplinesseries Costi Hinn lays out key principles for prioritizing physical health in balance with spiritual health. This episode provides practical steps and insights that will encourage every Christian to ensure that they are maximizing the days God has sovereignly ordained, to the best of their ability. To glorify God with our bodies, our time, and our energy, it is important that we keep a balanced perspective on this subject.
In this episode Costi Hinn interviews the Founder of Redeeming Productivity and For the Gospel contributor, Reagan Rose. This episode will help you establish the right habits and understand what a "P-O-W-E-R" morning routine looks like. If you're going to see a long-term pattern of healthy spiritual discipline, you need to declare war on laziness. This episode will help!
This is part 2 of "Spiritual Disciplines" and provides practical insights for studying the Bible and retaining what you study. Costi Hinn lays out several key principles, along with examples from some of his own study habits. The book recommendations in this episode are "How to Eat Your Bible" by Nate Pickowicz, and "God's Battle Plan for the Mind" by David W. Saxton.
In this episode Costi Hinn kicks off a 4-episode series on spiritual disciplines, beginning with prayer and how to get the most out of your prayer life. Before he provides the practical action steps you can take, he highlights the affections you must have. Any thriving prayer life begins with a deep love for Christ.
In this episode Costi Hinn helps you think deeply about your priorities in 2023 and describes one that will have a monumental impact on your life this year.
Correction and conflict regarding sin is inevitable in the church and we need to know how to navigate these issues in the way we communicate. Paul's instructions to Timothy in 1 Timothy 5:1-2 explain how to approach older men, older women, younger men, and younger women. In this episode Costi Hinn unpacks why it's not only "what" you say that matters, but "how" you say it when dealing with family in Christ. Truth should never be compromised, but the Bible provides valuable insight for speaking the truth in love (Ephesians 4:15) to other believers.
In this episode, Costi Hinn shares what God has done through your generosity and our faithful contributors in 2022, and outlines some of our goals for 2023, along with ways to support For the Gospel.
In this episode Costi Hinn shares openly about hard financial lessons learned after coming out of the prosperity gospel, and unpacks 4 principles for biblical money management from "Master Your Money" by Ron Blue. God has called His children to be faithful stewards of whatever He entrusts to them, so all Christians do well to put time and energy into learning about biblical money management.
In this episode, Costi Hinn explains the keys to fostering unity in the church. While Christians will have many different opinions, preferences, and secondary doctrinal differences, unity is provided through the cross and can be preserved by the power of the Spirit.
In this episode Costi Hinn sits down with Ryan Shackelford who is a CFO, CPA, and deacon who assists the elders with stewardship at Shepherd's House Bible Church in Chandler, Arizona. They discuss principles for money management, budgeting, and how Christians should be stewarding what God provides for them. This episode also highlights books and programs that can provide wisdom for anyone wanting to better manage their money.
Many Christians would rightly assume that any partnership with a false teacher is at odds with the teaching of 2 John 9-11, while fringe fundamentalists insist Christians should not even visit a restaurant owned by someone of a different faith. What is the difference between helping, aiding, partnering, and fellowshipping with a blatant heretic vs. living peaceful, evangelistic, intermingled lives with people in our community? Can we partner with false teachers if it's for saving America? If we own a business, should we formally engage in partnership with a verified false teacher? Is it a sin to have a Mormon missionary into our home for the purpose of sharing the gospel and trying to save his soul? Costi Hinn provides biblical and practical guidance in this episode.
In this episode Costi Hinn is joined by his favorite guest, his wife! Christyne is a mother of 5, and the co-author of their brand new book, "In Jesus' Name I Pray: TJ the Squirrel Learns the True Heart of Prayer." They share their heart for parents, and the importance of parents being the primary disciple-makers in the lives of their children. Books can be a great tool for teaching our kids, and their hope is that this book serves families and helps their kids understand what it means to pray "in Jesus' name."
In this episode Costi Hinn provides several Christian principles for voting and offers biblical truths about keeping earthly elections in perspective. All Christians ought to be eager to see our countries and communities positively impacted by our gospel witness, and having the right perspective on voting and politics is important to seeing that happen.
What does the Bible say about cussing, using crude language, and unwholesome speech? In this episode Costi Hinn unpacks biblical truths that dispel justifications for using crude language or profanity. While many people will struggle with a slip of the tongue or using phrases they quickly regret, every believer ought to make it their aim to please the Lord with their words. Furthermore, those who justify the use of unwholesome speech and profanity have no biblical grounds for doing so.
In this episode Costi Hinn offers clarity on the difference between trying to find the right church for the right reasons, and hopping from church to church for consumer-driven reasons. He gives 6 marks of the right church to look for in today's culture, and encourages you to add to that list! We should be diligent in searching out the right local church and use Scripture as our basis for the decision.
In this episode, Costi Hinn provides practical keys to understanding prayer. These truths will not only help you establish the right foundation in your prayer life, but they will also equip you to help others grow in their own prayer life. It was Charles Spurgeon who said, "I'd rather teach one man to pray than ten men to preach," because he — even as a mighty preacher — believed in the power of prayer! Not all believers will be gifted with the ability to preach, but every believer has been given the gift of prayer.
Believers from all walks of life will view Halloween in any number of different ways. Some will shun the day altogether, others will attend church alternatives, while others will see participation in Halloween festivities as nothing more than a little scary fun. In the midst of many different views, there are specific truths that should unite all of those who claim to follow Christ. In this episode, Costi Hinn walks through the European origins and American version of Halloween from Travis Allen's, Christians and Halloween, then offers 3 pieces of practical wisdom for all of us this year.
Using words with wisdom is so important for all of us, especially those who are teachers in the body of Christ. In this episode, Costi Hinn walks through a reflection on James 3 and what God's Word says about how we ought to guard our tongues. As believers, we can use our tongues to bring wisdom, or we can wound others. The wisdom from God is the kind of wisdom that should be on our lips at all times.
In this episode Costi Hinn begins a four part series to address hypocrisy within our camp as the culture war continues, along with proposed solutions. This episode deals with Michael O’Fallon. The next episode will address Douglas Wilson, and subsequent episodes feature faithful pastors and leaders providing wisdom and practical guidance. As those who are anti-woke, calling out false teachers, emphasizing character, and standing up for gospel truth, we must look in the mirror and remember that God is not honored and Christ is not pleased when we tolerate Jezebel while slandering God’s servants. In an effort to be considered the “tip of the spear” for anti-wokeness, certain men have crept in to position themselves as necessary prophetic insiders, yet they maintain unholy alliances with known false teachers yet verifiably slander their own brethren without cause. Furthermore, ministry and church leaders, pastors. speakers, board members, and advisors must be held above reproach in their alliances and resolute in their integrity, so that they are marked by faithfulness. Far be it from us to operate in ways that we would call out, or to tolerate deceitful workers in the name of politics. The best of men are still men at best, and we will all stand before the judgment seat of Christ. It is better to deal with these matters on this side of heaven, lest we tolerate what Christ never would, and answer to Him for it.
Every year we hear of numerous prophecies by people who call themselves "prophets" or "prophetesses," yet these prophetic words do not come true. While the Bible has clear definitions for true and false prophets, many charismatics argue that there is such a thing as "fallible prophecy" in which supposed words from the Lord were mistaken by the prophet. What should we make of this? In this episode, Costi Hinn breaks down the true gift of prophecy and the office of prophet, while laying out 5 dangers with fallible prophecy from Dr. Nathan Busenitz.
We are undoubtedly in the middle of a culture war and believers must stand boldly for the truth of God's Word. yet in the midst of our fight against evil, we must maintain a Christ-like attitude. In this episode, Costi Hinn unpacks one of the most important spiritual qualities we should possess when fighting the good fight. Meekness is not throwing cold water on the war effort. Meekness is not standing by while evil runs wild and free. Meekness is not weakness. Meekness is strength under control, it is Christ-like, and it is an essential quality for men and women who stand for the gospel.
In this episode, Costi Hinn answers key listener questions about the filling of the Holy Spirit as a continuation of the previous episode. Due to a lack of clear teaching on this particular subject, many people confuse the "baptism of the Spirit" with "filling of the Spirit," or we aren't sure if we are allowed to pray for the Spirit to fill us, or we wonder about Paul's command to "be filled with the Spirit" (Ephesians 5:18) since the Bible also teaches that the Holy Spirit already indwells all believers (1 Corinthians 6:19-20). All of these questions and more are covered in this episode on the Spirit's work in our lives.
People want to hear from God because they know His wisdom and will are perfect. But how can we? Does He only speak through reading the Bible? What does it mean to be "led by the Spirit?" What about thoughts, impressions, feelings, or even the grand claims of people who say that the Holy Spirit speaks audibly to them all the time? In this episode, Costi Hinn addresses these questions and more, breaking down what the Scriptures teach and how every believer can confidently hear from God and be led by the Spirit.
In this episode, Costi Hinn explains the filling of the Holy Spirit, how to be filled with the Holy Spirit, and how the filling of the Spirit differs from the baptism of the Holy Spirit. There is a lot of confusing teaching on this topic so Costi sticks to Scripture and helps you understand how you can be filled with the Spirit and glorify God with your life.
In this audio version of Costi Hinn's video interview with Micah Wilder, you will get an in-depth look at the Mormon Church, Micah's journey as a zealous Mormon missionary, and how God opened his eyes and brought him to a true understanding of the gospel of grace. This is episode is a balance of testimony, gospel truth, and a behind-the-scenes understanding of how Mormonism operates.
In this episode, Costi Hinn offers 8 questions (from Ethics for a Brave New World by Feinberg & Feinberg) that can help every Christian discern how to make decisions with regard to Christian liberty. Should you drink? Can you wear that outfit? Is it wrong to get a tattoo? Should you buy this, or sell that? Should you move to a nicer home? Is it a sin to take a better job in a better state? Do you have to homeschool to be a faithful parent? These are all big questions that Christians wrestle with. This episode will help you filter your opinions and decisions through God's word and use your Christian liberty wisely!
In this episode, Costi Hinn announces the newest addition to the For the Gospel family. "Dial In" with Jonny Ardavanis will be coming under the FTG umbrella so we can combine our efforts to provide sound doctrine for every day people around the world. Jonny Ardavanis will also be joining our executive team and helping to lead the ministry forward alongside Costi Hinn and current executive director, Brett Skinner. In this episode you'll hear what Jonny's motives are for providing Christian resources, along with his testimony and a preview of what we have in store for you in the days ahead. God is growing this ministry because of His faithfulness and bringing together an incredible team. Thank you for your support!
There are many things that a Christian can and should pray for in this life. A short list may include: safety, healing, job promotions, priority registration for your kids, help with your business, good grades in school, or favor with some situation you are facing. None of these things are wrong to pray for, but if you had a scale and could weigh the motives of those prayers, would a focus on the gospel and your spiritual growth factor in? The Scriptures give us a picture of prayer that is less “American Dream” and earthly, and is much more heavenly minded and eternal. You and I may pray for many good things, but a vibrant prayer life and solid spiritual growth is anchored by a focus on the greatest things. In this episode, Costi Hinn outlines 5 questions every Christian should ask when assessing their motives in prayer.
Adultery and sexual sin are how the Devil loves to bring down marriages and destroy healthy relationships. Sometimes people who fall into sexual sin will say, "It just sort of happened! I am not sure how things ended up like this." But for the Christian, God's word gives us the clear steps that lead to sexual sin and provides us with wisdom to safeguard our hearts and eyes against temptation. In this episode, Costi Hinn breaks down Proverbs 7 and the steps that lead to sexual sin. He also provides 3 practical ways to guard against adultery and sexual sin.
Over 84% of the world's population (that's 6.6. billion people) have a smartphone, 4.5 billion people are on social media, and the average American adults consumes over 5 hours of video content each day. At For the Gospel, we are setting our sights on reaching those people with the gospel and sound doctrine. We call it, "Digital Missions," and our involves proclaiming the unchanging message of the gospel in digitally creative ways. In this episode, Costi Hinn (founder/president) interviews Brett Skinner (executive director) about where our ministry is heading, and the two discuss how The Great Commission will always involve sending people to the mission field, while highlighting the important of the digital space.
Culture typically identifies manhood with a big ego, peak fitness, and success. But Scripture calls Christian men to an entirely different definition of manhood. In this episode Costi Hinn interviews NFL veteran and Super Bowl champ, Heath Evans, and fitness business entrepreneur, Chris Desmarchais, about what it looks like to be a Christian man in today's culture. Both Heath and Chris open up about how they have faced sin, and what sacrifice and humility have to do with real manhood.
Can women be pastors or elders? In this episode Costi Hinn answers a very hot-button question in a clear, loving, and biblical way. He explains the passages that cause controversy on the topic of "women pastors" and also explains God's high calling for women.
In this episode Costi Hinn interviews Anthony & Bre Wood as they announce a brand new podcast coming to the For the Gospel network! "Date Night With the Woods" will feature episodes that focus on marriage, family, and winning where it matters most — at home. In today's culture, Christians need to be equipped to lead their marriage and family faithfully. This program will empower you to do that.
In this episode Costi Hinn tackles your questions with biblical answers. He covers questions like, "Why was Rahab's lie justified?" and "If God is not partial, why does He show partiality in choosing Israel in the Old Testament?" Other questions cover sharing the gospel, the doctrine of election, and how to discern the spiritual state of someone who says they are a Christian but has no interest in attending church.
Is manhood just about looking manly and talking tough? Does a man with soft hands need to forfeit his man-card? Does your man bun diminish your manhood and does longer-hair signify your weakness and femininity? In this episode, Costi Hinn unpacks 6 marks of manhood from 1 Corinthians 16. Pointing to the apostle Paul, and Christ, he makes the case for slowing down, assessing the heart, and judging manhood based on what flows from the inside, not merely what a man looks like on the outside.
The great puritan John Owen once said, “A minister may fill his pews, his communion roll, and the mouths of the public, but what that minister is on his knees in secret before God Almighty, that he is and no more.” What John Owen had right almost 400 years ago still rings true today, and not just for ministers but for all of us. In this episode, Costi Hinn breaks down three key areas that all of us should take inventory of. We must ask: Who are we when no one's looking?
Character matters more than cash. In the church, James 2 warns about showing partiality to the rich and Jesus reserves some His strongest warnings for those who think wealth can earn His favor. God uses people from all walks of life to serve and lead His church, but money and manipulation can blind us from remembering the importance of this. In this episode Costi Hinn unpacks three “P’s” that money should never get you. Church leaders and church members do well to assess their hearts in light of this episode.
Leaving a church is a very common experience for people today for a number of reasons. Sometimes leaving is the result of work-relocation, church planting, or a new life stage. Sometimes leaving is the result of false teaching, sinful leaders, compromise, or other difficult situations. Whatever the case, there is a right way and a wrong way to leave a church. In this episode, Costi Hinn gives you a biblical roadmap for how to leave a church the right way.
In this episode Costi Hinn interviews Grant Castleberry, FTG contributor and Senior Pastor of Capital Community Church in Raleigh, North Carolina. The two discuss practical strategies for discipleship in the local church and clear up the false idea that one can be a Christian, but not be a disciple. This episode is practical and will help Christians live all of life for the glory of God.
In this episode Costi Hinn breaks down 3 biblical reasons why there are no more apostles today, and provides you with clear arguments you can understand and learn from. He also analyzes the claims of movements like Bethel Church and leaders like Bill Johnson, who claim that there are still apostles today. This episode features accurate and in-context audio clips of Bill Johnson explaining how he became an apostle and what he believes about apostles and prophets.
This episode is a must-listen for every Christian. The John 17 Movement began in Arizona has quickly gained massive influence by calling Catholics and Protestant Christians to lay aside doctrine and unify as "one church." This movement is not fringe, and has found its way into once-faithful evangelical churches across the Valley and around the world by introducing key leaders to the Pope and claiming to be fulfilling Jesus' prayer for unity in John 17. Costi Hinn interviews Mike Gendron, expert on Roman Catholicism and former Catholic of 35 years, as the two discuss how the John 17 Movement is dangerously promoting false unity between Roman Catholics and the evangelical church. The Devil loves unity that ignores truth, and Christians must be discerning of their churches and leaders who promote this sort of deception.
In this episode Costi Hinn and Mike Gendron discuss key questions that newly converted Catholics may ask when they first become Protestant Christians. Questions like, "How do I pray now that I don't use 'Hail Mary' prayers?" "Where do I start reading the Bible?" "How should I navigate conversations with my Catholic relatives?" and "Why do Christians meet for Bible studies?" are all addressed in this episode along with added insights about the deception of the Catholic Church. Mike is an expert on Roman Catholicism after living as a devout Catholic for 35 years. He has spent the last 31 years proclaiming the true gospel and helping people go from religion to a true relationship with God.
Some people think church planting is a waste of time and money, while others are too scared or nervous to leave the comforts of their current church and help another one start. In this episode, Costi Hinn sits down with fellow pastor and proven church planter, Adam Bailie, to talk about the theology behind church planting, and why people should think about supporting or joining the establishment of new churches. They cover practical wisdom about the mission of God, life, leadership, and service that will apply to any Christian. Adam Bailie is a graduate of The Master's Seminary, and pastors Christ Church in Gilbert, Arizona. Christ Church has been a part of planting 18 churches in both the United States and internationally.
A lot of Christians want to speak the truth in love but struggle to do so in a loving and balanced way. Others may struggle to speak truth at all. It was Warren Wiersbe who said, "Truth without love is brutality, but love without truth is hypocrisy." In this episode Costi Hinn breaks down key truths for guarding your heart in the midst of trying to guard the flock.
In this episode Costi Hinn interviews pastor and biblical counselor, Jesse Randolph, about how to fight pornography in today's sexually saturated world. They answer key questions about sin, addiction, freedom, heart issues, and misconceptions about pornography. Whether you're a Christian who by God's grace has been winning the battle against porn, or you've been falling into sin, this episode will provide you with much needed biblical wisdom.
In this episode, Costi Hinn & Jonny Ardavanis engage in a discussion that highlights the biblical framework for singleness and put to rest some of the well-intentioned but ignorant caricatures we see in the church today. The pressure on singles in the church can be intense. Though well-meaning, people in the church can patronize and pressure singles towards marriage, babies, and the next life stage as though they were a second-class citizen in the body until married and procreating. No matter how well-intentioned, this "downward" view on singleness can lead to us overlooking God's design and divine calling upon unmarried persons.
In this episode Costi Hinn answers listener questions about guilt and shame, fears about dying, and specific Bible passages. He also provides recommended resources for engaging with atheists, and understanding the gift of tongues.
In this episode, Costi Hinn interviews FTG contributor and pastor of Mission Bible Church, Anthony Wood, on the nature of the times we live in. They discuss the two extremes of "hyper-predictions" by end times enthusiasts, as well as the unhealthy indifference that many Christians have towards end times prophecy. From the war in Ukraine to compromise in the church, a Christian's focus should be on looking forward to the Day of the Lord.
In this episode Costi Hinn interviews Mike Riccardi about why the Bible is “closed” or “complete.” This episode will answer key questions about how we got the Bible, and if God is speaking today outside of His word.
In this episode Costi Hinn asks Ryan Day, FTG contributor and Pastor of Revolve Bible Church in San Clemente, CA, key questions about baptism that will help any Christian understand the most important truths about this important topic. This episode covers questions like, Who can be baptized? Is immersion into water or sprinkling with water biblical? Should you baptize babies? Is baptism essential to be saved? Why should you be baptized? And more truths that will provide everything you need to know about baptism.
In this episode Costi Hinn asks FTG contributor Jonny Ardavanis (Dean of Student Life @ The Master's University; Host of "Dial In" podcast) to unpack 5 of God's attributes that every Christian must know. Jonny chose 1) God's love, 2) God's holiness, 3) God's sovereignty, 4) God's aseity, and 5) God's jealousy. This episode will pour out truths about God that you may have never reflected on before.
In this episode Costi Hinn interviews FTG contributor Matt Shackleford (Pastor of Central Church in Collierville, TN) about bitterness, relationships, forgiveness, and how to navigate healthy boundaries with people who hurt us in the church. This episode provides clear and practical steps from Scripture that can help you break patterns of bitterness.
In this episode Costi Hinn interviews FTG contributor, Reagan Rose, who recently wrote a book on gaming. Reagan is the founder of Redeeming Productivity and provides wisdom and insights on video games, hobbies, and keeping the gospel at the center of your priorities. This episode answers big questions like, Is it a sin to play video games? How should we prioritizing our time and hobbies? Why do so many men seem drawn to videos over other pursuits? What is the "felt need" that video games are meeting for many men in today's world?
In this episode Costi Hinn answers two major questions recently asked by several of our listeners. First, are miraculous gifts still active today like when Jesus and the apostles were on the earth? Second, how do we use wisdom and discernment with preachers like Steven Furtick and Michael Todd, especially when they are so popular and motivating? These are important questions that impact our own spiritual vitality. Should you be performing miracles and seeking signs? Does God still work miracles today? How do you navigate the concerning teachings and antics of popular preachers while still praying for their soul and maturity? This episode will provide biblical wisdom to answer these questions.
In this episode Costi Hinn answers your questions on theology & doctrine, the end times, complimentarianism, dating, Calvinism, universalism, sharing the gospel, leaving churches, Mark 16:17-18 and snake bites, the Holy Spirit, and more!
In this episode Costi Hinn unpacks one of the most important qualities that you need in your life as a Christian. This quality is found all over the Proverbs and blesses our lives in ways that matter most. If you need wisdom, discernment, the ability to make the decisions, or help controlling your emotions, the quality in this episode will be a gift from the Lord to your life? Do you have it?
In this first episode of 2022, Costi Hinn gives you New Year advice from the timeless truth of 1 John 2:15-17. This episode addresses love for God and Christian priorities, and goes on the offense against "killjoys" like idolatry, pride, lust, jealousy, and comparison. Start 2022 off with encouragement that points you to Christ and living all out for the gospel and the glory of God!
In this final episode of 2021, Costi Hinn tells the story of how For the Gospel started and how it became what it is today. He also shares the major impact highlights from this year, how far we are reaching people with sound doctrine, financial information, how FTG is structured, and where we are heading in 2022. This episode is a "must listen" for our faithful partners and regular followers who want a behind-the-scenes look at how For the Gospel operates.
In this episode Costi Hinn drops a Paul Washer clip that goes straight for the heart of manhood. Paul covers holiness, priorities, sexual purity, marriage, and more. biblical manhood is in high demand today. But how do we become or identify a man of God? This episode is perfect for men, but also for single ladies looking for a profile to pray for, and married women looking for ways to support and encourage their husband in godliness.
In this episode, Costi Hinn unpacks the biblical picture of repentance and showcases the difference between guilty remorse and a heart that is genuinely broken over sin. You'll be provided with three major examples of real repentance from Scripture so you can assess your own heart and use discernment with others.
In Revelation 2:1-7, Jesus gives a great compliment and a strong caution to the Church. Ephesus has been faithful to call out false doctrine and not tolerate false deeds, but they had also grown cold in their "first love." Every Christian will go through seasons in life where they have to fight for a first love mentality. In this episode, Costi Hinn explains what that looks like, and how to live a life focused on both truth and love.
In this episode, Costi Hinn interviews Albert Kilgore, FTG contributor and Pastor-Teacher of Mission Bible East Valley. They discuss how to develop your prayer life and keys to being a strong and prayerful Christian. You'll be encouraged with practical tips on how to pray, what to pray, and how to overcome distractions that hinder your prayer life.
In this episode, Costi Hinn interviews Greg Sukert who is an FTG contributor and the Pastor of Evangelism at Central Church in Collierville, TN. They cover holiday conflict with family and co-workers, how to maintain your witness, how to approach family dynamics in light of the gospel, and creative ways to share the gospel with neighbors throughout the holiday season and beyond.
In this episode, Costi Hinn interviews Dr. Owen Strachan and provides practical wisdom on how Christians should be engaging the culture around us with gospel truth. This episode focuses on truth, love, and the importance of "setting the line" based on Scripture alone. Lastly, Dr. Strachan offers insights on spiritual warfare and explains why you should study an issue if you plan on taking a stand on an issue.
What does it mean to worship in "Spirit and truth?" (John 4:24). In this episode, Costi Hinn interviews Grant Castleberry about true worship, and unpacks sobering truths that will help you discern whether or not worship is genuine. Grant Castleberry is a contributor at For the Gospel and serves as the Senior Pastor of Capital Community Church in Raleigh, North Carolina.
Hope is hard to find for people who do not have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. But even Christians go through seasons where hope breaks down and needs to be built up. In this episode, Costi Hinn unpacks 5 hope "breakers" and 5 hope "builders." This episode will help you identify blindspots, gain perspective, and see how God is working in the midst of difficult times.
God's will is something that most every Christian wants to live out. But understanding the will of God can seem like trying to hit a moving target. Is it possible to have peace about decisions and know what God's will is for your life? Are there things we will simply never know? Does God have more than one "type" of will? Does God's will and His sovereignty mean that your will doesn't matter? In this episode, Costi Hinn answers these questions and many more as he unpacks what the Bible says about God's will. You can know and live out the will of God for your life.
For a Christian, holiness matters. You are God’s children. You don’t belong to the world. He is yours. You are His. He is perfect. He is worthy of following. He is worthy of revering more than any other Father you’ll ever know or hear about. These truths should impact how seriously was take sin, and how high we regard holiness. In this episode, Costi Hinn provides a clear path for growing in holiness. When you’re finding it hard to live holy, remember who you belong to.
What is more important: healing for the body or healing for the soul? If you could only have one thing, which would you choose? It may seem like an easy question to answer, but many people in today's world struggle to seek after Jesus more than they seek after His signs. In other words, they would have little or no interest in Jesus if He didn't do something to make their life physically or materially better. In this episode Costi unpacks a challenging question: are you seeking signs instead of the Savior?
One of the most pressing questions about healing and sickness is: "Why do people get sick in the first place?" Opinions and abuses abound, so the only way to address this question is to cement ourselves in the truth of God’s unchanging Word. Some will say that your faith is the problem, others will insist you have done something to invite sickness into your life, and others will say that you must have made God mad! We need answers for ourselves and we need answers to share. This episode gives you both. When it comes to sickness and healing, settle for nothing less than God's truth.
In this episode Costi Hinn takes us on a deep dive into the topic of divine healing and weighs some of the more prominent views of healing against Scripture. He lovingly challenges listeners to make sure that God's word is informing their view on healing, rather than human ideas. This episode will not please extremists who say that God never heals, nor will it please those who insist that it is always God's will to heal. Click here to order Costi's new book titled, More Than a Healer.
Emotions and feelings are a part of life, but for many people they can take over life. God has designed us to feel deeply and experience emotions. He also given us wisdom for managing the emotions. In this episode, Costi Hinn walks through what the Bible says about emotions and provides helpful steps processing and managing emotions the way God wants us to.
Gender and sexuality are under constant assault by the culture we live in. New terms and gender categories are seemingly endless, and some Christians may feel like they're in over their head when it comes to conversations about gender. In this episode, Costi Hinn provides you with key truths that can help you understand God's beautiful design for gender and sexuality, and helpful tips for engaging people who are confused.
Seeker-driven church models have decayed the evangelical church. Avoiding words like “sin” & replacing Biblical teaching with worldly entertainment has left believers spiritually malnourished & churches unconverted.
Due to popular demand, we’ve turned a recent video interview (Confessions of an Ex Seeker-Driven Preacher) into a podcast episode. Costi Hinn interviews his long-time pastor, Anthony Wood, about his time leading a ministry driven by numbers and the next best thing. Anthony honestly unpacks the tactics he used to coerce people forward and the lack of spiritual maturity that developed. Finally, the two share how the Lord graciously opened their eyes to Biblical preaching & how that transformed Mission Bible Church, from pastors to the pews.
In this episode Costi Hinn unpacks the dangers associated with not knowing your Bible and explains how you can become a Christian who wields the sword of the Spirit. Resources for enhancing your knowledge of the Bible are offered at the end of the episode.
In this episode Costi Hinn interviews Catholic convert and missionary pastor, Mike Gendron, on Roman Catholicism and how to reach Catholics for the gospel. He answered key questions and provides practical steps for how a Christian would go about communicating truth to a Roman Catholic. Towards the end of this episode, you'll hear a powerful testimony about a Nun who Mike led to Christ. For more about his ministry, go to www.proclaimingthegospel.org and explore the incredible resources they have put together over 30 years of gospel ministry to Catholics.
Prosperity preachers confuse a great deal of people by twisting 2 Corinthians 8:9 to mean that Jesus became poor so we could become financially rich. At first glance, this passage may even appear to be the slam-dunk verse for affirming the prosperity gospel. In this episode, Costi Hinn unpacks the context and interpretation of this crucial passage so we can apply it faithfully.
The glory of God is a constant theme throughout the Bible. It is also mentioned frequently throughout church history. The Westminister Shorter Catechism describes the purpose of our existence this way: "Man's chief end is to glorify God, and to enjoy him forever." In John 16:14, the Holy Spirit's purpose includes glorifying Jesus. Today, many songs include phrases like, "Show us your glory!" But what exactly is the glory of God?
In today's world, identifying as a "prophet" can lead to power and profit. It is not uncommon to hear a preacher say, "I've got a word from the Lord for you!" as they appear to be more holy and have a greater connection to divine revelation than anyone else. The problem is, their word doesn't match God's word. Prophecy is trending as many seek revelation from God outside of His word. Schools of supernatural ministry tout programs that can teach you how to acquire and wield the gift of prophecy, and some people build entire ministries under the illusion that they hear from God better than you do. The question begs, what is biblical prophecy? Furthermore, can we depend on these modern day prophets? In this episode, Costi Hinn interviews Justin Peters on key truths about this important gift of the Spirit.
What is the biblical gift of tongues and is it still in true operation today? Is it biblical when mass crowds speak in unintelligible speech with no interpretation? Is a "private prayer language" something we see in the Bible? These are important questions that Christians should have answers to. In this episode, Costi Hinn interviews Justin Peters on the biblical gift of speaking in tongues, and the two compare it to what many people claim is "speaking in tongues" today.
In this episode Costi Hinn explains why the Bible is sufficient for everything we need to know God and live the Christian life. While many people are looking for wisdom outside of the Bible or chasing a new "word from the Lord," a believer only needs to look to Scripture for divine revelation from God.
Is Roman Catholicism "true Christianity?" In this episode, Costi Hinn quotes the Roman Catholic Church teachings that are in direct contradiction with the Bible and compares them to the true teaching of Scripture. This list is derived from Mike Gendron's excellent resources on Roman Catholicism and showcases why Roman Catholicism is blatant heresy and not merely a varying denomination of Christianity. It is not Christianity. You can learn more from Mike Gendron at proclaimingthegospel.org.
The doctrine of the atonement is often twisted by false teachers and many Christians are not completely sure what the atonement of Christ is all about. Some preachers deny that God's wrath exists, preferring to proclaim a version of God who would never punish His Son to atone for sin. Others will sell the atonement as a "package deal," declaring that Jesus didn't merely die for your sins, but He died to make you happy, healthy, and wealthy too! The fact that the doctrine of the atonement is so frequently attacked by the Devil should make it of great interest to every Christian. Knowing this doctrine leads to hope, peace, and assurance about what Jesus has paid for, and what that means for you.
The sovereignty of God can be one of the most challenging doctrines to wrap our human minds around. At times, it can be controversial as people debate how sovereign God is in relation to the free will of human beings. In this episode, Costi Hinn takes us back to the basics of God's sovereignty and challenges us to view this doctrine through the lens of Scripture alone.
Many religions sell people on the notion that their good works can get them into heaven. People believe they can be justified and absolved of sin if they work hard enough to earn God's approval. But the Bible teaches that people are justified by faith, apart from works, and not based on their own merit. In this episode Costi Hinn explains the doctrine of justification by faith, the very doctrine that split the Protestant church from Roman Catholicism. Every Christian should understand this essential doctrine for their own growth, and for the purpose of sharing the true gospel with those who need to hear it.
In the second episode of this 2-part series, Micah Wilder walks us through the major fallout that took place when he challenged the Mormon church regarding their false teachings. With his father as a high priest and his mother employed as a renown professor at Brigham Young University (BYU), Micah had a great deal to lose by converting to Christianity. In addition, Micah outlines key false teachings of the Mormon church surrounding works salvation in contrast with the true Gospel of Jesus Christ.
Micah was sent on his mission as a young Mormon and ready to make converts to the Mormon faith. His mother was a tenured Mormon professor at BYU, and his father was a high priest in the church. Throughout his mission he faced intense mistreatment from Christians, threats, and even having guns pulled on him, he was undeterred. Nothing could stop him from reaching people for the Mormon church. Until one day, a Baptist pastor was willing to lovingly, yet firmly, challenge his beliefs. In part 1 of this 2-part series, Costi Hinn interviews Micah Wilder about his journey from being a zealous Mormon missionary to becoming a faithful Christian minister.
In this episode Costi Hinn lays out a clear strategy for winning spiritual warfare. Spoiler alert: it has nothing to do with shouting "I rebuke you, Devil!" or putting olive oil on the heads of troubled church folks. Spiritual warfare is a battle for the mind, and we need to go back to God's word for our winning strategy.
Spiritual warfare is a topic that many "experts" have opinions on, but they often miss the mark. Some will tell you that you need to rebuke the Devil out of everything, others will tell you that you have the "spirit of 'this'" or the "spirit of 'that.'" Still, some people imagine spiritual warfare as the Devil showing up at the foot of their bed one night with a pitchfork, red horns, and a pointy tail saying, “Here I am to get you!” But he’s smarter than that, so are his demons, and they are much more subtle than that — in most cases. In this episode, Costi Hinn unpacks the truth about spiritual warfare from Scripture so you can ignore the hypothetical opinions and get clarity from God's word.
Does God choose to save certain people or do people choose to be saved? What would you say to someone who says, "A loving God would never force His will upon people?" What part does free will play in salvation? In this episode, Costi Hinn explains the doctrine of election and presents truths from God's word that should leave every believer more humble, thankful, merciful, and hopeful because if God can save you, He can save anybody!
In this episode, Costi Hinn explains key truths about The Holy Spirit who is often the most neglected, misunderstood, and misrepresented member of the Trinity. Many of His works go unnoticed, while many foolish and outlandish practices are credited to Him. So how do you sift through the YouTube madness, the twisted version of the so-called Holy Spirit that some propogate, and come to truly know Him and His role in your life? For starters, study the Scriptures for yourself and refuse to be spoon-fed by cheap imitation and misinterpretation. God has given you the ability to go to His word concerning everything.
Does God want Christians to be happy? How should a Christian go about seeking happiness? What are the some of the dangerous ways that people go about trying to experience happiness? On this episode Costi Hinn interviews Barnabas Piper about the pursuit of happiness for the Christian and where ultimate happiness is found.
In this episode, Costi Hinn interviews Dave Jenkins about the shocking statistics regarding biblical illiteracy and unpacks strategic steps every Christian can take to reverse this trend in their own life. How can we fight the good fight of faith if we cannot wield our sword?
Are you sinning or robbing God if you don't give 10% of your income to the church? Should poor people go into debt to accomplish this standard? Should very wealthy people stop giving once they've given their 10%? In this episode, Costi Hinn breaks down what is means to "tithe" and dispels myths and abuses surrounding this teaching. In addition, he explains the New Testament model for generosity and giving so that all Christians can joyfully participate in supporting gospel work, while avoiding common pitfalls with this teaching.
In this episode, Costi Hinn interviews Mike Fabarez on how to guide, disciple, teach, and bond with sons. Mike Fabarez is the author of "Raising Men, Not Boys," the founding pastor of Compass Bible Church in South Orange County, California, and is heard on hundreds of radio programs across the country on the Focal Point radio program. He and his wife, Carlynn, reside in Laguna Hills, California and they have three children, Matthew, John and Stephanie.
In this episode Costi Hinn interviews Jonny Ardavanis about how to deal with fear, anxiety, and depression. As the Camp Director at Hume Lake and the Dean of Campus and Student Advancement at The Master's University in California, Jonny is no stranger to witnessing the first hand challenges of fear, anxiety, and depression in this generation. He ministers to thousands of teens, college students, and young adults every year and regularly points them to the gospel and the character of God on this issue.
In this episode Costi Hinn interviews one of the key contributors to getting For the Gospel up and running. Reagan Rose provides insights for using online media to resource your church and reinforces the importance of Christians engaging in worship, discipleship, and evangelism in person. If you're looking to keep the priority of the local church at the top of your missional effort, while utilizing creative excellence and media for outreach and equipping, this episode will spur you on.
In this episode Costi Hinn interviews Jesse Randolph on the sovereignty of God and evangelism. Many people think, "If God is sovereign in salvation, why evangelize anyone at all?" Some genuinely want to understand this theological subject, while others use God's sovereignty as an excuse for not trying to save people! This conversation takes a deeper dive into the beautiful reality that every believer can embrace: God is sovereign in salvation, and people are responsible for responding to God. Who will God save through your faithfulness?
In this episode Costi Hinn interviews Anthony Wood as he lays out excellent Bible study tips that will take you deeper into God's Word. From new believers, to those who feel like their study has grown stale, this episode will supercharge your ability to unpack Scripture and grow closer to Jesus.
In this episode Costi Hinn answers listener questions on a variety of theological topics including predestination, salvation, end times, personal life, helpful resources, and much more!
The gloves are off in this episode as Costi Hinn gets honest about the perils of Christian celebrity culture. Along with authentic thoughts on the subject, he takes us through Richard Bargas’ helpful insights for leaders and churches who want to avoid "crash and burn" endings to their ministry. Everyone in the church — no matter their role — is responsible for respecting leaders while never fostering unhealthy cultures where accountability is trumped by celebrity.
Every Christian should want to know if they are growing or not. But how do you know if you are? Some people are really good at faking Christian growth, but truth and time go hand-in-hand. In this episode, Costi Hinn walks us through the signs of genuine Christian maturity.
Costi Hinn unpacks the 7 habits that every Christian should be committed to in their local church and that every pastor should expect from those they serve. A healthy church will be growing in these habits and constantly assessing how they are faithfully bring glory to Christ as His body.
In this episode Costi Hinn breaks down what every Christian should be able to expect from their pastors, and how a Christian should go about leaving a church that isn't being served by faithful leaders. If we're told to "submit to leaders" (Hebrews 13:17), we'd better make sure we're submitting to the right ones.
Costi Hinn & Brett Skinner interview biblical parenting coach, Sharon Cannavo, about how to raise kids in a loving and biblical way. Over the last forty years, plenty of "self-proclaimed" parenting experts have come along to offer their own expert advice. Most come and go like typical fads. But the Bible is timeless. When we based our parenting model on what it teaches, we don't have to wander in confusion as parents.
In this episode Costi Hinn and Dale Thackrah discuss truths that will help you overcoming your fear fear of people — also known as "fear of man," or "people-pleasing." If you've ever struggled with doing what people want you to do, instead of doing what God wants you to do, this episode is for you. Book recommendations mentioned in the episode include, "People Pleasing: How not to be an approval junkie" by Lou Priolo.
This is the incredible story of how Brooks Buser and his family left behind their health, wealth, and Southern California dreams to fulfill the Great Commission and reach the unreached YEMBI YEMBI tribe with the gospel of Jesus Christ.
When we think about marital intimacy, we often think about sex. But what if there was more to it than that? Marriage is hard enough, but we can often make it even harder on ourselves by embracing a shallow view of intimacy and veering away from God's design for our union. Men can be insensitive and domineering, and women can feel abandoned and driven to take the lead. In this episode, Costi Hinn interviews Tony and Bre Wood as they answer key questions about how to reflect God's design in your marriage. They also go into details about how to manage your cash, how to plan your calendar, and how to establish family convictions that will honor God in your marriage. Tony and Bre Wood serve at Mission Bible Church in Costa Mesa, CA where Tony has been the Pastor-Teacher for ten years. For more, go to www.missionbible.org.
Should Christians repent for being "white?" Is it essential that black Christians be paid and provided with scholarships as reparations for America's past sins of slavery? What does it mean to be "woke?" Should a church hire based on skin color? Why are there many black prosperity preachers but few black theologians? Costi Hinn & Josh Buice discuss hard hitting questions about social justice, racism, and the need for church leaders to be clear on these issues.
Costi Hinn interviews Dustin Benge (@dustinbenge) who has very quickly amassed over 40,000 Twitter followers from simply tweeting in a way that glorifies God. Dustin unpacks timeless wisdom for everyday users of social media and helps us understand how to avoid petty arguments that waste our time online.
Have you ever wondered about heaven? Will we recognize each other there? Will your animals be there? What will earth be like after Jesus returns? Is it hard for you to focus on Him with so many distracting problems erupting around you? In this episode, Costi Hinn & Reagan Rose interview best author, Randy Alcorn, about heaven, the gospel, and how Christians can maintain an eternal perspective in the midst of today's chaotic culture.
In this episode, Costi Hinn and Brett Skinner interview renown modern hymn-writer, Kristyn Getty, on a rainy day in Ireland as she shares numerous insights about worship, emotionalism, expression, parenting, Christmas traditions, theology, and what it's like to read through the entire Bible for her latest project with Crossway. Every listener is encouraged to pick up a copy of the Crossway ESV Psalms read by Kristyne Getty this Christmas.
So many people struggle with the assurance of their salvation because of sin, fear, insecurity, or any other number of reasons. In this episode, we discuss ten evidences of genuine salvation that should be present in the life of a true believer in Jesus. When it comes to growing in our faith, it's about progression, not perfection! For a full breakdown of the ten evidences, read "How Do I Know if I Am Really Saved?" on the our blog.
What has the sexual revolution done to family values? How should Christians engage LGBTQ culture? Why should Christians seek to influence politics? Carl Trueman answers these questions and more in this episode. For more, buy a copy of Carl's latest book titled, "The Rise and Triumph of the Modern Self: Cultural Amnesia, Expressive Individualism, and the Road to Sexual Revolution."
Costi Hinn & Brett Skinner interview New York Times best selling author and evangelist, Lee Strobel, as he unpacks practical wisdom about different personalities, evangelistic styles, & how to inspire an evangelistic attitude in your church. Lee's books, "The Case for Christ," and "The Case for Christmas," were both highlighted in this episode.
The gospel is one unchanging message, but there are many different ways to remember and retain it. In this episode, the FTG team breaks down the core elements of the gospel message in easy-to-understand ways. From the philosophical question of, "What is the Meaning of Life?" to the "4 Pillars of the Gospel," to "The Romans Road," you will be equipped to share the gospel anytime, with anyone, in any context.
Costi Hinn interviews author and women's Bible teacher, Nancy Guthrie, about the pain of losing a child, helping those who are hurting, and the hope we have in the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Two incredibly helpful books she's written are, "What Grieving People Wish You Knew about What Really Helps (and What Really Hurts)" and her newest book, "God Does His Best Work with Empty."
This episode introduces our brand new podcast and the team behind this ministry. We also unpack the vision, mission, and strategy of For the Gospel and why we’re so passionate about providing sound doctrine for everyday people.