
Costi Hinn
Founder / President
Costi W. Hinn serves as the Teaching Pastor of Shepherd’s House Bible Church in Chandler, Arizona, and is the Founder and President of For The Gospel, an online ministry dedicated to providing sound biblical doctrine for everyday people. He is the author of several books, including Knowing the Spirit, More Than a Healer, God, Greed, and the (Prosperity) Gospel, and his latest title, Walking in God’s Will.
Alongside his wife, Christyne, Costi has co-authored multiple children’s books, such as In Jesus’ Name I Pray, The King Who Found His Self-Control, The Farmer Who Chose to Plant Kindness, and their latest title, Earth’s Epic Start: A Bible Study About God’s Creation, our Fall, and His Promises.
Costi is currently completing his doctorate at The Master’s Seminary. He and Christyne are the joyful parents of six children.
Perseverance of the saints is not about living a perfect life or never struggling. It is about God’s promise to keep His children to the very end. Our salvation is secure because it rests not on our performance but on Christ’s finished work and God’s unshakable faithfulness.
The Bible teaches that apart from Christ, we are spiritually dead in sin. Through regeneration, God gives us a new heart and new desires by His Spirit. This gift of new life is what makes the believer truly “born again.”
In this article Costi Hinn warns against the divisive spirit of comparing pastors. Paul’s charge in 1 Corinthians 1 reminds us that Christ is not divided and that our unity must be in Him, not personalities.
It’s possible to build a thriving business and still lose what matters most. In this article, Costi Hinn challenges entrepreneurs to invest in their marriage, stay committed to the church, and seek mentors who care for their soul—not just their net worth.
In this article, Costi Hinn surveys the four views of eschatology and encourages believers to approach these doctrines with humility, readiness, and a Christ-centered focus.
This week in our Theology Explained series, we’re unpacking the doctrine of imputation—a truth at the very heart of the gospel. In a divine exchange, our sin was laid on Christ, and His perfect righteousness was credited to us. This isn’t about earning God’s favor; it’s about receiving what we could never achieve on our own: right standing with God through faith in Jesus.
The atonement is not just a theological term—it is the heart of the gospel. Without it, there is no forgiveness, no peace with God, and no hope for the sinner. But because of the atoning work of Christ, reconciliation is possible. In this article, we define the term, trace its biblical roots, and show how to bring it into everyday conversations.
In this article, Costi Hinn unpacks eight reasons why theology matters for everyday Christians. He explains how what we believe about God influences how we pray, how we respond to suffering, how we view our work and relationships, and how we remain steadfast in a culture of confusion. Sound doctrine is not optional—it is the foundation for a life rooted in truth.
In this article, Costi Hinn equips believers with a biblical framework for making wise, regret-free decisions. Learn seven principles rooted in Scripture to help you walk faithfully, plan diligently, and trust God’s guiding hand.”
Many people focus on what their church can do for them—but what if we flipped the question? In this article, Costi Hinn shares 11 ways to strengthen and serve your local church. We need to remember that we are not spectators in the life of the church, we ARE the church.
Long hours. High expectations. Constant demands. If you’re in ministry, you’ve felt it. In this article, Costi Hinn shares practical wisdom to help pastors build healthy teams, nurture their families, and stay mission-focused without burning out.
Some people think hell isn't a real place, but rather just a scare tactic used to manipulate people into obeying God. In this article, Costi Hinn addresses the uncomfortable doctrine of hell and clears up common misconceptions and blasphemous views of the all too real place of suffering and separation from God.
When it comes to the church, there seems to be this idea that politics shouldn't be talked about. In this article, Costi Hinn shares how Christians should approach politics and voting.
In this article, Costi Hinn shares how to think biblically about one of the most fascinating and bizarre practices in the charismatic movement: anointing people, objects, and places with oil.
Christianity is about knowing God. In this article, Costi Hinn explains how grasping the holiness of God leads believers to understand His other attributes, all expressed in perfect holiness.
Many seeker-sensitive preachers will teach that the Four Soils are the four stages of the Christian life, often to lessen the harshness of Christ's words in that parable. In the article, Costi Hinn explains the meaning of this parable and why it's so important to get it correct.
There's so much confusion about the Holy Spirit these days. In this article, Costi Hinn shares five ways the Holy Spirit is often misrepresented and how Scripture provides clarity on these issues. Let the Bible define your doctrinal beliefs about the Holy Spirit, not experience and emotion.
Many people will put Jeremiah 29:11 somewhere in their home or on social media, or claim it as their life verse, desiring the prosperous life it seems to promise. In this article, Andrew Curry from The Master's Seminary shares with Costi Hinn what this verse actually means in context and how the believer can be encouraged to trust our faithful God.
If you had to make a short list of church practices that have fallen on hard times, “church discipline” has to be near the top. Whether the unpopular nature of confronting sin, or the way people seem to run away from conflict, to the underdeveloped art of conflict resolution, church discipline has become nearly non-existent. In this article, Costi Hinn shares 10 truths that every Christian should think deeply about regarding the what and the how of church discipline.
Should unbelievers be comfortable in the church? In this article, Costi Hinn explains why the church should be welcoming to guests but unashamedly different than the world.
Many Christians today are rightly concerned with the emotionalism and manipulation that can infiltrate our worship gatherings. However, we can also swing too far into man-made rules and legalistic opinions that contradict biblical expression in worship. In this article, Costi Hinn encourages Christians to be wary of extremes, while enjoying Spirit-filled worship that aligns with Scripture.
It is likely that as a professing Christian you believe the Bible is true, and you’ve heard that you should study it, memorize it, know it, and love it. But how? In this article, Costi Hinn provides some practical tools for studying the Bible, walking through basic principles for interpretation and process for biblical study.
Biblical illiteracy is rampant in the church today, but even amongst Christians who consider themselves biblically literate, wouldn’t we say that more time could be spent communing with God in the Scriptures? Whether you struggle to make the time, or you have been going through the mechanics of Bible reading without a vibrant relationship with the Author of the Bible, it’s healthy to look under the hood of our spiritual life from time to time and ask: why don’t I study the Bible? In this article, Costi Hinn provides 5 reasons to consider, along with some practical solutions to grow in your study of the Scriptures.
Christians from all walks of life are often bewildered by what the Bible calls being “filled with the Spirit.” Some think it’s an experience that causes one to speak in tongues, others think it’s a feeling, while others just brush it off as a mystery. It doesn’t have to be this way. In this article, Costi Hinn walks through 8 truths from Scripture about the filling of the Spirit.
Many lament, “I see the way false teachers assault the church and the way they undermine the truth. Should I be praying for them, or against them? If I feel righteous anger, how should that be applied in my prayer life? How should I be praying for false teachers? Should I pray for them at all?” In this article, Costi Hinn outlines several truths to help navigate this topic.
Many people ask if the tenets of Calvinism are truly biblical. In this article, Costi Hinn outlines Calvin’s 5 points (TULIP) and how they reflect the teaching of Scripture.
Recently someone asked, "How can I identify a false teacher if I don't know the truth?" Around the same topic, someone asked, "Even if someone was a false teacher, shouldn't we listen to them with charity?" In this article, Costi Hinn explains how the believer can develop discernment.
In ancient Rome, there were few mechanisms for death that rivaled the Roman cross. This is the way the Father chose our Lord Jesus Christ to die, not by accident, but on purpose. In this article, Costi Hinn shares 3 reasons to meditate on the cross this Easter.
Due to his immeasurable impact and massive shoes (that took 50+ years to grow), men of all ages ask the same question again and again: Who will be the next John MacArthur? Like mere men, we all have moments of fascination with how God appoints leaders in their time. In this article, Costi Hinn discusses how Christians should view ministry “succession”, warning against potential pitfalls and centering on the truth that Christ will build His church.
The concept of Christian love is impossible to fully understand and live out faithfully without an understanding of God’s love. God’s very nature is love (1 John 4:8), so when we seek to define love, there is only one place we should go: Him!
As premillennialists, we most certainly believe that there are specific prophecies about Israel that God will bring to pass in the future. But we must use discernment and walk in biblical balance so we don’t swing into an unbridled Zionism that does not match Scripture.
In this conversation, Costi Hinn and Jeff Durbin discuss the importance of rooting our views of Israel in Scripture rather than political agendas or speculative hearsay. Many today are blindly supporting movements in the name of “standing with God’s chosen people,” but Scripture reminds us that all who profess faith in Christ are God’s chosen people and a holy priesthood (1 Peter 2:5).
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.
Was Charlie Kirk being racist when he questioned DEI hiring practices? Or was he pointing out a real problem with lowering standards in the name of diversity? Virgil Walker tackles the issue head-on, reminding us that the Church must respond with clarity, courage, and biblical truth.
In this video, Costi Hinn and Ken Ham sit down to discuss the flaws of evolution. Together, they unpack how Scripture and science reveal the truth about creation and God’s design.
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.
One of many moments of laughter during the Q&A at our “Not of This World” conference with Voddie Baucham in February. We are going to miss his courage, boldness, and his laugh. Voddie fought the good fight. We who remain must now press onward for the gospel.
In this clip from the Charlie Kirk Show, Costi Hinn was asked to share the gospel and unpacked four simple truths:
1. God
2. Man
3. Christ
4. Response
When we understand these four key elements of the gospel message, we’re not only going to know what we believe, we can also share the hope that desperate souls need to hear!
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 final episode of Coffee with Costi, CostiHinn sits down with students from The Master’s University to talk about life, ministry, and the challenges young believers face. The conversation ranges from calling and career decisions to marriage, family balance, financial wisdom, and how the church can navigate the cultural challenges ahead.
Topics Discussed:
Discerning a call to ministry
Marriage, encouragement, and wise counsel
Balancing ministry and family life
Stewardship, finances, and “starting early”
The centrality of the local church and its future challenges
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 of Coffee with Costi, Costi Hinn sits down with college students from The Master’s University to answer their real-life questions about spiritual gifts, patience with others, and how to handle gossip with grace and truth. There’s no script, no prep — just Bibles, coffee and real conversation.
Topics Discussed:
Trusting God when you don’t see immediate fruit
Balancing godly desires (marriage, career) with contentment
Observing and affirming spiritual gifts in others
Defining and confronting gossip biblically
Conflict resolution and when to overlook vs. confront
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 video, Costi Hinn unpacks the true nature of God’s love—perfect, unconditional, and revealed fully in Christ. This is not a love that depends on our performance, but a love that drives out fear and enables us to love others as He has loved us.
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.
In this video, Costi Hinn unpacks the profound doctrine of God’s immutability—the truth that God does not and cannot change.
In a world marked by instability, uncertainty, and ever-shifting values, this truth anchors the believer’s hope. God's plans are fixed, His promises are sure, and His character is constant. What He has said, He will do. What He has promised, He will fulfill. This truth allows the believer to rest in the assurance that God is unchanging and remains faithful from everlasting to everlasting.
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.
Christ didn’t simply suffer—He endured the full weight of divine wrath.
In this video, Costi Hinn points us to Psalm 89:14: “Righteousness and justice are the foundation of Your throne.” This reminds us that our understanding of justice must begin and end with God, not with cultural definitions.
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 video, Costi Hinn shows how God's sovereignty reaches every corner of creation—from rulers and nations to the most personal moments of our lives. Nothing is outside His control, and nothing is beyond His purpose.
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.
In this video Costi Hinn explains how the grace of God is not merely a theological idea but His unmerited favor poured out on undeserving sinners. He shows how this grace forgives, sustains, strengthens, and motivates us to live in humble obedience.
In this second episode of Coffee With Costi, Costi Hinn sits down with college students from The Master’s University to answer real, unfiltered questions about theology, calling, culture, relationships, and what it means to live for Christ in today’s world. There’s no script, no prep — just Bibles, coffee, and real conversations.
Topics in this episode include:
-Leadership and how to find times for reflection and rest
-Spiritual disciplines in daily life
-How to confront worldliness in Christian friends
-Discerning emotion and worship
-Discerning and navigating God’s will
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.
Should Christians vote even when the choices are imperfect? In this video, Ken Ham and Costi Hinn discuss a biblical framework for civic engagement, reminding us that Christ calls His people to be salt and light—even in the voting booth
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.
If Genesis isn’t literal, what else in the Bible is up for debate? In this video, Ken Ham sits down with Costi Hinn to dive deep into the consequences of treating Genesis 1-11 as myth or metaphor.