For the Gospel Podcast

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.