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The Pharisee and the Publican
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.
The Prodigal Son
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.
The Unforgiving Servant
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.
How to Interpret the Parables
In this new 8-part series, Costi Hinn walks through several key parables and teaches how to interpret them. Whether by allegorizing them or misapplying them, many people miss the point of one of Jesus' most prominent teaching tools. This series will make you more confident and knowledgeable in your understanding of parables and help you apply them faithfully in your walk with the Lord.
Growing Close to God Through Loss w/ Tim Challies
In this 3-part series, Costi Hinn interviews pastor and author Tim Challies about the loss of his son, Nick, who was called home to the Lord suddenly in 2020. In the final episode of the series, Tim reflects on how he was brought closer to the Lord in the midst of such a tragic and unthinkable season of loss.
God's Goodness & Losing a Child w/ Tim Challies
In this 3-part series, Costi Hinn interviews pastor and author, Tim Challies, about the loss of his son, Nick, who was called home to the Lord suddenly in 2020. In part 2 of this series, Costi and Tim continue their deep dive into the Challies family story and the aftermath of losing Nick while tackling key questions about God's goodness, sovereignty, grief, and suffering as a Christian.
Seasons of Sorrow w/ Tim Challies
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.
6 Bricks for a Life of Self-Control
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.
Lessons from Paul on Self-Control
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.
Lessons from Jesus on Self-Control
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.
5 Self-Control Breakers
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.
The King Who Found His Self-Control w/ Christyne Hinn
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.
5 Priorities for a Winning Christmas: LOVE
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.
5 Priorities for a Winning Christmas: ETERNITY
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.
5 Priorities for a Winning Christmas: GENEROSITY
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!
5 Priorities for a Winning Christmas: FAMILY
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.
5 Priorities for a Winning Christmas: CHRIST
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!
Listener Questions on God’s Will
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!
God’s Revealed Will
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.
God’s Decretive Will
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.