Hearts for the Lost is an Evangelistic Ministry that is intent on teaching others how to share the good news of Jesus Christ with the world.
H4TL A Better Sinner's Prayer: Contrition
Jimmy is solo again. This time the topic is Contrition. We look at the definition and what it really means to be contrite of heart as part of our repentance toward God.
10/16/2024 • 55 minutes, 8 seconds
H4TL: A Better Sinner's Prayer, Confession
Jimmy, in a solo mission, takes a close look at Psalm 32 and focuses in on Confession and how important it is in our Repentance.
10/1/2024 • 1 hour, 2 minutes, 16 seconds
H4TL A Better Sinner's Prayer
While Brian enjoys a well-deserved sabbatical, Jimmy will lead a series on the Penitent Psalms, exploring how these powerful prayers offer a deeper, more authentic example of what a 'sinner's prayer' can be.
9/16/2024 • 1 hour, 7 minutes, 25 seconds
H4TL The Trinity and Evangelism w/Doug Inman
Brian is joined by Special Guest Doug Inman.Tune in as we delve into the rich theological concept of the Trinity and uncover its deep significance for evangelism. In this episode, we explore the unique relationship between the three distinct persons of God—Father, Son, and Holy Spirit—and how their unified essence shapes our approach to sharing the Gospel. You'll gain valuable insights and practical strategies for effectively communicating the Trinity in your evangelistic efforts.
9/2/2024 • 1 hour, 14 minutes, 16 seconds
H4TL The Reliability of the Bible with Pastor Kirk Welch
Join Brian and Special Guest Pastor Kirk Welch of Cornerstone Bible Church as they equip and educate you on the topic, "The Reliability of the Bible." This session delves into understanding the Bible by exploring the internal consistency of its messages. Together, we will uncover how the coherence of the Bible's teachings enhances its reliability, especially when sharing our faith.
8/16/2024 • 1 hour, 17 seconds
H4TL w Special Guest Ben Keen "Did Jesus Claim To Be God?"
Brian, along with special guest Ben Keen, addresses the question, "Did Jesus Claim to be God?" They focus on the direct statements made by Jesus regarding his divinity. By analyzing the Gospel accounts, they aim to provide a deeper understanding of whether Jesus truly claimed to be God.
8/1/2024 • 1 hour, 23 minutes, 37 seconds
H4TL Character Qualities of a Godly Leader
Brian unpacks the "Character Qualities of a Godly Leader" that he recently learned from his Seminary Class by Dr. Lofquist at STS. As an evangelist, being a godly leader is about embodying character qualities that reflect one's faith and values, inspiring others to grow, and positively impacting the lives of those they lead and proclaim the Gospel to.
7/15/2024 • 1 hour, 2 minutes, 24 seconds
H4TL Is It Necessary to Teach Evangelism
Brian and Jimmy discuss the need for evangelism to be taught in our local churches and the impact that it has for the local church to have a culture of evangelism. Lead me to it and I'll do it. Open a door and I'll walk through it. Give me someone today, dear Lord, that I might share my faith with.
7/1/2024 • 1 hour, 15 minutes, 30 seconds
H4TL Culture of Evangelism Part 2
Brian and Jimmy continue their discussion on J. Mack Stiles 10 things he longs to see in a Culture of Evangelism. https://9marks.myshopify.com/products/evangelism-by-j-mack-stiles?_pos=2&_sid=b1f1328ca&_ss=r
6/15/2024 • 1 hour, 21 minutes, 20 seconds
H4TL Culture of Evangelism
Brian and Jimmy discuss 10 yearnings that J. Mack Stiles writes about in his book "Evangelism" on the Culture of Evangelism we all would like to see. https://9marks.myshopify.com/collections/9marks-publications/products/evangelism-by-j-mack-stiles
6/1/2024 • 1 hour, 25 minutes, 37 seconds
H4TL Discipleship in Evangelism
Brian and Jimmy discuss what it looks like to disciple someone in the work of Evangelism.
5/15/2024 • 1 hour, 12 minutes, 26 seconds
H4TL Tainted by Testimony
Brian and Jimmy have a discussion over how or even if our testimony should be a part of our evangelism efforts. heartsforthelost.com
5/1/2024 • 1 hour, 28 minutes, 22 seconds
H4TL Transitions from a Holiday to the Gospel
Brian and Jimmy go through the Federal Holiday Calendar and spring to the gospel from those Holidays.
4/15/2024 • 1 hour, 30 minutes, 4 seconds
H4TL Evangelism In & Through the Local Church
Brian and Jimmy are joined by Pastor Blake Gillen to have an open dialogue about how Evangelism should be done in and through the local church.
4/1/2024 • 1 hour, 8 minutes, 10 seconds
H4TL - Evangelism in a Small Town
Brian and Jimmy are joined by Jeffery Rice and Haps Addison from Open Air Theology. We discuss the nuance of being outspoken Christian Evangelists and Apologists in a small town among a few other subjects. Check out the Open Air Theology YouTube channel at the link below. https://youtube.com/@openairtheology3783?si=jsQnr4M9Z4Okm_F2Check out the Bible Rebinding Ministry of Jeffery Rice at the link below. https://ptlbiblerebinding.com/
3/15/2024 • 1 hour, 17 minutes, 31 seconds
H4TL The He Gets Us Evangelism Mistake
Brian and Jimmy examine the He Gets Us Super Bowl ad and break down the organizations "About Us" page. We discuss the difference between this and true evangelism.
3/1/2024 • 1 hour, 33 minutes, 33 seconds
H4TL Prison Ministries
Brian and Jimmy discuss evangelism from without to within in the Prison system and how to get involved in sharing the gospel to the incarcerated. https://www.prisonfellowship.org/
2/15/2024 • 1 hour, 12 minutes, 52 seconds
H4TL Personality Part 2
Brian and Jimmy discuss the last 3 Evangelistic styles or personality types that are outlined in the article Six Effective Evangelistic Styles.
2/1/2024 • 1 hour, 15 minutes, 2 seconds
H4TL Personalities
Brian and Jimmy have and engaging discussion on the various "Personality" types on both sides of the evangelism conversation.
1/15/2024 • 1 hour, 23 minutes, 39 seconds
H4TL The Incarnation
Brian and Jimmy discuss the incarnation and it's use in evangelism using an article from Desiring God, linked below:https://www.desiringgod.org/articles/five-truths-about-the-incarnationSponsor websites:https://newhearttreasures.com/https://www.tractplanet.com/
1/1/2024 • 1 hour, 14 minutes, 25 seconds
H4TL Discussing Hell
Brian and Jimmy spend some time discussing 5 Myths of Hell. We use an article from Crossway: https://www.crossway.org/articles/5-myths-about-hell/
12/15/2023 • 1 hour, 17 minutes, 4 seconds
H4TL Discussing Heaven
Brian and Jimmy discuss what heaven will really be like as many people we encounter on the street have misconceptions of what it will be like. We discuss the 8 myths from this article: https://www.desiringgod.org/articles/let-go-of-lies-about-heaven
12/1/2023 • 1 hour, 20 minutes
H4TL - Witnessing to Family
With the Holidays coming up Brian and Jimmy decide to tackle what not to do around these opportunities and also a little of what to do to bring up the good news of Jesus Christ. https://youtu.be/XOQ6PihGZcc?si=aOmLLzrVUfCbOVkp
11/15/2023 • 1 hour, 22 minutes, 58 seconds
H4TL Random Objections
Brian and Jimmy have some fun throwing out random objections to Christianity and then answering those objections.
11/2/2023 • 1 hour, 16 minutes, 18 seconds
H4TL Making Tiny Disciples with Sarah Cox
Brian and Jimmy are joined by Cornerstone Bible Church's Women's Ministry Director Sarah Cox for a good conversation about "Making Tiny Disciples." Give this conversation a listen, like and share. It is great information for evangelizing the ones who are in your home. https://michellelesley.com/https://newhearttreasures.com/
10/16/2023 • 1 hour, 8 minutes, 59 seconds
H4TL G3 Interviews: The Effectiveness of Street Preaching
Brian interviews several attendees of the G3 conference to find out if street preaching is effective. https://youtu.be/3pr6KIp9coU?si=_ZTIVc-nQyuHXeNE
10/2/2023 • 1 hour, 14 minutes, 46 seconds
H4TL Interview w/ Guests Ross Anderson and Corey Miller
Brian and Jimmy get the opportunity to discuss the topic of Mormonism with two former Mormons who now serve the Lord in true ministry. We discuss their new book, "Responding to the Mormon Missionary Message." Check out these other links that Ross and Corey are involved in. www.mormonmissionarymessage.com alpinechurch.orgutahadvanceministries.comratiochristi.orghttps://www.youtube.com/@FaithAfterMormonismLike the podcast? Give us a review. Like it. Subscribe and Share with others. Reach out and let us know how we are doing plus get some information on how we might be able to come out to your church for an H4TL Compelled Conference Event.
9/15/2023 • 1 hour, 13 minutes, 5 seconds
H4TL Reasons Not to Evangelize I Am Afraid
Brian and Jimmy discuss fear in Evangelism. What stops us in our tracks and what can we do about it? Fear is probably the number one reason most don't share their faith with others. It is the one thing that God has addressed repeatedly in His Word. Be of good courage, for I AM with you.
9/1/2023 • 1 hour, 11 minutes, 40 seconds
H4TL Reasons Not To Evangelize: Let My Light Shine
Brian and Jimmy discuss another reason people choose not to evangelize. The old adage "If you just let your light shine, people will want to know why you're different" is something many people look to as a means of evangelizing. Listen into the conversation and let us know what you think.
8/15/2023 • 1 hour, 5 minutes, 47 seconds
H4TL Evangelism w/ Mark Spence
Brian and Jimmy sit down with Mark Spence, Senior Vice President of Living Waters Ministries. Mark shares his journey to faith and his love of evangelism and apologetics.
8/1/2023 • 52 minutes, 46 seconds
H4TL Reasons Not to Evangelize I Don't Know Where to Start
Brian and Jimmy discuss the excuse many have in not sharing their faith. Where do I begin the conversation or how do I swing the conversation in that direction? We hope to help others overcome the hurdle of not knowing where and how to walk through the door that God opens when it comes to our Evangelism. Lead me to it and I'll do itOpen a door and I'll walk through itGive me someone today to talk to about You my Lord.
7/15/2023 • 1 hour, 23 minutes, 53 seconds
H4TL Reasons Not to Evangelize I Don't Know Enough
Brian and Jimmy discuss how much is actually needed to take that step to evangelize and what reasons not to evangelize really are, excuses not to evangelize.
7/1/2023 • 1 hour, 7 minutes, 54 seconds
H4TL Reasons Not To Evangelize: God Loves Everyone
Brian and Jimmy discuss the excuse many use to not evangelize, the fact that God loves everyone.
6/15/2023 • 1 hour, 5 minutes, 42 seconds
H4TL Reasons Not To Evangelize: Judge Not
Brian and Jimmy discuss what many in evangelical circles would deem sinful. You should not evangelize because you are judging people. We discuss how this is incorrect and how some in evangelical circles will hide behind the command to not judge others as a means to protect themselves from the judgment of others. God bless.
6/1/2023 • 1 hour, 3 minutes, 18 seconds
H4TL Interview w/ The Texas Preacher
After the last 2 episodes, having gone through the book 10 Modern Evangelism Myths, Brian and Jimmy host the author himself Ryan Denton. Listen in as we discuss evangelism with a true brother that has a zeal for the lost to come to know Christ. Some of the resources discussed:The Duty of Evangelism - Founders Ministries Amazon.com: Ten Modern Evangelism Myths: A Biblical Corrective (Audible Audio Edition): Ryan Denton, Kyle Tait, One Audiobooks: Audible Books & OriginalsA Certain Sound: A Primer on Open Air Preaching: Ryan Denton, Scott Smith: 9781601786852: Amazon.com: BooksEven If None: Reclaiming Biblical Evangelism - Kindle edition by Denton, Ryan, Mbewe, Conrad. Religion & Spirituality Kindle eBooks @ Amazon.com.Augustine the Evangelist: The Zeal, Hope and Methodology of the Bishop of Hippo: Denton, Ryan, Nettles, Thomas: 9781953855602: Amazon.com: BooksThe Reformed Evangelist (5solaspress.com)Evangelism in the Early Church: Green, Michael: 9780802827685: Amazon.com: Bookshttps://www.youtube.com/@TexasPreacher
5/15/2023 • 1 hour, 14 minutes, 32 seconds
Ten Modern Evangelism Myths Pt. 2
Brian and Jimmy continue with the final 5 chapters/myths of Ryan Denton's book "Ten Modern Evangelism Myths."
5/1/2023 • 1 hour, 32 minutes, 16 seconds
H4TL Ten Modern Evangelism Myths Pt. 1
Brian and Jimmy discuss the first 5 chapters of the book, "Ten Modern Evangelism Myths" by Ryan Denton.https://www.heritagebooks.org/products/ten-modern-evangelism-myths-a-biblical-corrective-denton.htmlhttps://www.ecclesiachurch.org/donate
4/15/2023 • 1 hour, 28 minutes, 58 seconds
H4TL Sola Gratia
Brian and Jimmy spend some time discussing the doctrine of Grace Alone and tie it to our Evangelistic endeavors.
4/1/2023 • 1 hour, 11 minutes, 17 seconds
H4TL ShepCon '23
Brian and Jimmy discuss ShepCon and some of the sermons we took in while we were there. One in particular that we zeroed in on was James Coates sermon on Persecution of the Remnant. We know how this pertains to the evangelist.
3/15/2023 • 1 hour, 24 minutes, 12 seconds
H4TL Resistance from Within
Brian and Jimmy take a quick break from the Solas and tackle the subject of Resistance to Evangelism from within our own evangelical circles. This is a good one folks, soapbox stands and definitive diatribes. It's worth a listen and a share.
3/1/2023 • 1 hour, 9 minutes, 18 seconds
H4TL Sola Scriptura Part 2
Brian and Jimmy continue their discussion on Sola Scriptura. This time centering the conversation on what the doctrine is and why it is important in evangelism.
2/16/2023 • 1 hour, 7 minutes, 9 seconds
H4TL Sola Scriptura
Fresh off the heels of the previous episode on Roman Catholicism, Brian and Jimmy tackle Sola Scriptura. In this episode they discuss what this doctrine is not. Using Dr. James White's "Roman Catholic Controversy" and the chapter on Sola Scriptura to guide the conversation.
2/1/2023 • 1 hour, 4 minutes, 52 seconds
H4TL Witnessing to Catholics w/ Ryan Swedberg
Brian and Jimmy are joined by Pastor Ryan Swedberg of Cornerstone Bible Church to discuss a few theological differences we have with the Roman Catholic Church. https://www.amazon.com/Roman-Catholic-Controversy-James-White/dp/1556618190/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2ELZL6N43J3X1&keywords=james+white+roman+catholic&qid=1673807391&sprefix=james+white+r%2Caps%2C107&sr=8-1https://www.amazon.com/Gospel-According-Rome-Comparing-Tradition/dp/1565071077/ref=sr_1_1?crid=37SXSYLE0FASF&keywords=the+gospel+according+to+rome+by+james+g.+mccarthy&qid=1673807426&sprefix=the+gospel+according+to+R
1/16/2023 • 1 hour, 16 minutes, 27 seconds
H4TL Witnessing to Catholics
Brian and Jimmy start the conversation about how to witness to Roman Catholics. We tried to cover the how in this episode saving the specific doctrinal conversation for mid month.
1/2/2023 • 1 hour, 10 minutes, 22 seconds
H4TL Presenting the Gospel Replay
Brian and Jimmy are taking a break on the mid-month episode. Thank you all for the great year we have had. Big thanks to our audience of listeners.Have a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! Take some time and share the good news of Jesus Christ with someone over the holidays. You will hear from us at the beginning of the New Year. Enjoy the replay.
12/15/2022 • 1 hour, 13 minutes, 5 seconds
H4TL Witnessing to Muslims
Brian and Jimmy discuss the tenets of Islam and how to witness to Muslims. The G3 National Conference is coming September 21-23 in Atlanta, GA. Register at: https://g3min.org/events/g3-2023-the-sovereignty-of-god/Use Promo Code "G3HFTL" for a 30% Discount on your tickets. Check out this promotional video: https://youtu.be/j8TOEEJLBJUThink about signing up for next year's Ambassador's Academy. https://livingwaters.com/outreach/ambassadors-academy/Reach out to Brian for Compelled Conference information at https://heartsforthelost.com/schedule-evangelism-training/
12/1/2022 • 1 hour, 3 minutes, 11 seconds
H4TL Evangelism w/Friends and Family
With Thanksgiving a week away, Brian and Jimmy decided to discuss how to best approach the holidays we will be spending with Friends and Family in an effort to present the saving work of Jesus Christ to those we love and care for the most.
11/15/2022 • 1 hour, 3 seconds
H4TL Mormons
Brian and Jimmy discuss the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints or LDS for short, or Mormonism if you will. How do you reach a Mormon and share the good news of the True Jesus Christ. https://youtu.be/IQNObk2qAwo
11/1/2022 • 1 hour, 11 minutes, 11 seconds
H4TL Evangelism w/ Special Guest Pastor Josh Williamson
Brian and Jimmy are joined by Pastor Josh Williamson all the way from Cornwall in the UK. Pastor Josh shares his testimony and discusses Evangelism with us. He also gives some great tips on how to share the faith with Jehovah's Witnesses. In the link you'll find a sermon dealing with the basics of Jehovah's Witnesses. https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/joshwilliamson/sermons/931912539672/
10/15/2022 • 1 hour, 11 minutes, 40 seconds
H4TL Jehovah's Witnesses
Brian and Jimmy give tips on how to share Jesus, (the True Jesus), with Jehovah's Witnesses. https://wit.irr.org/what-jehovahs-witnesses-believe
10/1/2022 • 1 hour, 15 minutes, 21 seconds
H4TL Open Air Preaching w/ Bill Adams
Brian and Jimmy interview guest Bill Adams with Sports Fan Outreach and discuss what it means to be an Open Air Preacher. https://sfoi.org/
9/15/2022 • 1 hour, 2 minutes, 49 seconds
Open Air Evangelism
Brian and Jimmy discuss what we actually do when we hit the streets and touch on conversations plus a little on open air preaching.
9/1/2022 • 1 hour, 17 minutes, 40 seconds
H4TL Use of Gospel Tracts
Brian and Jimmy have Special Guest Andy Lawniczak from Gospel Tract Planet to discuss the use of tracts. https://www.tractplanet.com/ https://youtu.be/8CQ9amtIOTY
8/15/2022 • 1 hour, 2 minutes, 33 seconds
H4TL Understanding the Holy Spirit
Brian and Jimmy discuss the Person of the Holy Spirit. Our "Questioning" series seemed a bit incomplete and even though we agree that we don't get a lot of skeptical questions about the Holy Spirit, it didn't seem right to not discuss the Person and Work of the Holy Spirit.
8/1/2022 • 1 hour, 6 minutes, 6 seconds
H4TL Questioning Jesus 9.1
Brian and Jimmy are joined by Andrew Rappaport to discuss the questions surrounding the Resurrection of Jesus Christ and why it is foundational to the Christian faith.
7/15/2022 • 1 hour, 9 minutes, 32 seconds
H4TL Questioning Jesus 9.0
Brian and Jimmy get hyped up about the person of Jesus Christ. We want to answer questions skeptics might have about who Jesus claimed to be and if He is the only way of salvation.
7/1/2022 • 1 hour, 4 minutes, 53 seconds
H4TL Questioning the Bible 8.1 w/ Special Guest Blair Radney
Brian is joined by special guest Blair Radney while Jimmy needed to take some time for family matters. God bless and enjoy the episode
6/15/2022 • 1 hour, 2 minutes, 29 seconds
H4TL Questioning the Bible 8.0
Brian and Jimmy discuss Bible questions/objections skeptics may have. They break down doubting, twisting and adding to/taking from God's word that is so prevalent in evangelicalism and the culture in general today. YouTube link to Voddie Baucham's message: Why I believe the Bible.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mbkqLKqTEp8
6/1/2022 • 1 hour, 6 minutes, 30 seconds
Questioning God 7.1
Brian and Jimmy are joined by Dr. Anthony Sylvestro to discuss questions about the character of God. Follow the link to purchase his book titled "On the Origin of Kinds"https://strivingforeternity.org/store/books/on-the-origin-of-kinds/
5/16/2022 • 1 hour, 4 minutes, 30 seconds
Questioning God 7.0
Brian and Jimmy tackle the different types of skeptics that might be encountered when sharing the gospel. We talk Atheists, Agnostics and Deists. Give us a listen on how to handle the different objections they might have.
5/1/2022 • 1 hour, 2 minutes, 28 seconds
H4TL True and False Conversion
Brian and Jimmy discuss the nature of True and False Conversion, how to discern the true vs the false convert and how to present the gospel to someone who may profess on that day, "Lord, Lord, didn't I do what was necessary?"
4/1/2022 • 1 hour, 4 minutes, 33 seconds
H4TL Where To Begin
Brian and Jimmy discuss how to start the conversation. Sometimes it can be difficult to swing our conversations over to a spiritual conversation about things eternal. We try to bring some insight on some of the things we have learned over the years on how to move the conversation over to the most important conversation you can possibly have.
3/1/2022 • 1 hour, 17 minutes, 50 seconds
Repent and Believe
Brian and Jimmy discuss how to present the ideas of repentance and belief when sharing your faith with others.