For the Gospel Podcast

How to Build Your Prayer Life

17 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

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 li...

The Kingdom of Heaven is Like…

10 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

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:...

The Good Samaritan

03 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

 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. Wh...

The Vineyard Workers

27 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

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 sov...

The Four Soils

20 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Costi Hinn explains the parable of the four soils (also called “parable of the sower”) in which Jesus delivers clear and convictin...

The Pharisee and the Publican

13 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

 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 ...

The Prodigal Son

06 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Costi Hinn continues his series through the parables by unpacking truths from Jesus' teaching on the prodigal son that speak to l...

The Ten Virgins

29 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

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 ...

The Unforgiving Servant

22 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

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 Unforgivin...

The Rich Fool

15 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

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. 

How to Interpret the Parables

08 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

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 th...

Growing Close to God Through Loss w/ Tim Challies

01 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

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 mi...

God's Goodness & Losing a Child w/ Tim Challies

25 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

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 inte...

Seasons of Sorrow w/ Tim Challies

18 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

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 pat...

6 Bricks for a Life of Self-Control

11 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

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...

Lessons from Paul on Self-Control

04 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

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...

Lessons from Jesus on Self-Control

26 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

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 mo...

Self-Control War Zones

19 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

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 ten...

5 Self-Control Breakers

12 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

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 se...

The King Who Found His Self-Control w/ Christyne Hinn

05 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

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 ad...

What is the Role of Men in the Church? w/ Travis Allen

29 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

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 churc...

How Should Men Protect Their Families? w/ Travis Allen

22 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

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 ...

What is the Role of Men in the Home? w/ Travis Allen

15 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

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 lead...

What Are the Traits of a Biblical Man? w/ Travis Allen

08 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

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 Ge...

Misguided Manhood w/ Travis Allen

01 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

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 me...

Behind the Scenes at For the Gospel

25 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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...

5 Priorities for a Winning Christmas: LOVE

18 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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 ...

5 Priorities for a Winning Christmas: ETERNITY

11 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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 t...

5 Priorities for a Winning Christmas: GENEROSITY

04 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Costi Hinn unpacks the 3rd priority for a winning Christmas by providing you with a theology of generosity. He outlines practical way...

5 Priorities for a Winning Christmas: FAMILY

27 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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 speci...

5 Priorities for a Winning Christmas: CHRIST

21 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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 de...

Listener Questions on God’s Will

13 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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. Th...

Is It Always God’s Will To Heal You?

06 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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 h...

How to Know God’s Will For Your Life

30 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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 h...

God’s Will in Salvation

23 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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’...

God’s Revealed Will

16 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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 a...

God’s Decretive Will

09 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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...

Getting Ready to Know God’s Will

02 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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 asp...

Listener Questions About the Holy Spirit

25 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Costi Hinn answers your questions about the Holy Spirit including questions about tongues, feelings, church service order, fruit, pra...

How to Preserve the Unity of the Spirit

18 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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...

Does the Holy Spirit Speak Today?

11 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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 ...

The Holy Spirit is God…Now What?

04 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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. ...

3 Essential Truths About the Holy Spirit

28 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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 es...

The Abuse of the Holy Spirit

21 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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...

Imprisoned For the Gospel w/ Tim Stephens

14 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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 stop...

5 Life Changing Messages - Paul Washer #2

07 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Costi Hinn shares the 5th message in this summer series and Paul Washer makes his 2nd appearance. This particular sermon is from the G...

5 Life Changing Messages - Joni Earecksen Tada

31 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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 Earec...

5 Life Changing Messages - Steve Lawson

24 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Costi Hinn shares the 3rd message in this summer series and it focuses on the kind of preaching every Christian should unapologetical...

5 Life Changing Messages - John MacArthur

17 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Costi Hinn introduces our 2nd sermon of the summer series. Our preacher is John MacArthur, the message is "Inerrancy Under Attac...

5 Life Changing Messages - Paul Washer #1

10 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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 1s...

Head Coverings, Women Teachers, and Patriarchy w/ Owen Strachan

03 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Costi Hinn interviews Owen Strachan and asks him hard questions about difficult passages on head coverings, women teaching in the chu...

Hard Questions About Forgiveness (Q&A)

26 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Costi Hinn answers your questions from the series on forgiveness and conflict resolution. 

How to Ask for Forgiveness

19 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Costi Hinn breaks down the "7 A's of Confession" from Ken Sande and helps to clarify the difference between genuinely ...

How to Be a Forgiving Person

12 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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...

What is Forgiveness?

05 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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...

Conflict & The Christian Response

29 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This episode kicks off a brand new series on forgiveness and takes a deep dive into conflict resolution, how a Christian should respond, why forgivene...

How to Deal with Your Anger

22 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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 a...

Sinful Anger vs. Righteous Anger

15 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Costi Hinn walks through the difference between sinful anger and righteous anger, using Scripture as the basis. Discerning the differ...

Understanding Anger

08 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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...

Why Do You Call Out False Teachers? w/ Justin Peters

01 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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 o...

Public Schools and Christian Parenting w/ Heidi St. John

24 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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...

Wisdom on Evangelism, Abortion, and Living for the Glory of God w/ Mark Spence

17 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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...

Creation, Dinosaurs, & Biblical Authority w/ Ken Ham

10 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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 co...

A Journey Through Holy Week

03 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Costi Hinn finishes the Easter series by taking you on a journey through Holy Week featuring Russ Ramsey's narrative that synthes...

How to Maximize Your Easter

27 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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...

How the World Hijacks Our Easter

20 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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 ...

Revival (Part 3): What Are the Signs of False Revival?

13 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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...

Revival (Part 2): What Are the Marks of True Revival?

06 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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 t...

Revival (Part 1): What is Revival?

27 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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, w...

5 Principles for Christian Singles

20 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Christian singleness is often accompanied by extremes. One extreme is to insist that most everyone should be married young, while another extreme is ...

What is Love?

13 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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 differ...

An Interview on Special Needs

06 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Costi Hinn sits down with special needs parents, Ryan & Shainah Shackelford, and they share their story, provide practical wisdom...

Spiritual Disciplines: Balancing Health & Fitness

30 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this final episode of the spiritual disciplines series Costi Hinn lays out key principles for prioritizing physical health in balance with spirit...

Spiritual Disciplines: How to Kill Laziness & Thrive

23 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Costi Hinn interviews the Founder of Redeeming Productivity and For the Gospel contributor, Reagan Rose. This episode will help you e...

Spiritual Disciplines: How to Study & Retain the Bible

16 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This is part 2 of "Spiritual Disciplines" and provides practical insights for studying the Bible and retaining what you study. Costi Hinn la...

Spiritual Disciplines: How to Get the Most Out of Your Prayer Life

09 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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 lif...

This Priority Will Change Your Life in 2023

02 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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...

Truth AND Tone Matter

26 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

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&apo...

4 Ways You Can Support For the Gospel

19 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

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...

4 Principles for Biblical Money Management

12 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Costi Hinn shares openly about hard financial lessons learned after coming out of the prosperity gospel, and unpacks 4 principles for ...

The Keys to Church Unity

05 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Costi Hinn explains the keys to fostering unity in the church. While Christians will have many different opinions, preferences, and s...

Every Christian Should Be Doing This

28 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

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 Ho...

Should We Partner with a False Teacher for Any Purpose?

21 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

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 fundamentalis...

Costi & Christyne Hinn: Teach Your Kids About Prayer

14 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

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 ...

Christian Principles for Voting

07 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Costi Hinn provides several Christian principles for voting and offers biblical truths about keeping earthly elections in perspective....

Cussing, Crude Language, and Christlikeness

31 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

What does the Bible say about cussing, using crude language, and unwholesome speech? In this episode Costi Hinn unpacks biblical truths that dispel ju...

Church Shopping vs. Church Hopping

24 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

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 ...

3 Keys to Understanding Biblical Prayer

17 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Costi Hinn provides practical keys to understanding prayer. These truths will not only help you establish the right foundation in you...

Wisdom for Halloween

10 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

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 alt...

Reflections on the Tongue (James 3)

04 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

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 thro...

Can the Gift of Prophecy Be Fallible?

26 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Every year we hear of numerous prophecies by people who call themselves "prophets" or "prophetesses," yet these prophetic words do...

Meekness Isn't Weakness

19 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

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 agai...

Clarifying Questions on the Filling of the Spirit

12 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

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 la...

Does the Holy Spirit Speak Today?

05 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

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 doe...

What is the Filling of the Holy Spirit?

29 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

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 ...

8 Questions for Christian Decision-Making

15 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Costi Hinn offers 8 questions (from Ethics for a Brave New World by Feinberg & Feinberg) that can help every Christian discern ho...

Special Episode: Jonny Ardavanis is Joining the Team!

08 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Costi Hinn announces the newest addition to the For the Gospel family. "Dial In" with Jonny Ardavanis will be coming under ...

3 Types of Sanctification

01 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Do you hate your sin? Are you longing for a day when sin will be no more? Is that ever going to happen on this side of heaven? In this episode, Costi ...

5 Questions to Assess Your Prayer Motives

25 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

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 regis...

Proverbs 7: Guarding Against Adultery

18 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Adultery and sexual sin are how the Devil loves to bring down marriages and destroy healthy relationships. Sometimes people who fall into sexual sin w...