Bible Answer Man Podcast with Hank Hanegraaff
The Christian Research Institute
Welcome to the podcast of the Bible Answer Man broadcast with bestselling author and CRI President Hank Hanegraaff! On the Bible Answer Man broadcast, Hank answers your questions with well-reasoned answers to equip you in the essentials of the historic Christian faith and strengthen your walk with the Lord. When it comes to the essentials of Christianity, there must be unity: "In essentials, unity; nonessentials, liberty; and in all things, charity."
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Aug 2, 2025 • 28min
Best of BAM Q&A: Alternate Universes, Children’s Church Services, and Confronting Someone in Sin
On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast, Hank answers the following questions:Does the Christian worldview allow for alternate universes or realities? John - Silver Spring, MD (0:52)Is it okay for a church to have separate worship services for children and adults? Jason - Hutchinson, KS (4:33)Does Genesis 1 contradict Genesis 2 concerning the order of creation? Cameron - Edmonton, AB (8:21)My friend’s father is having an affair. Can you give me some advice in this situation? Louisa - Toronto, ON (15:11)My uncle is a skeptic. How can I witness to him? Jane - Kennett, MO (17:54)Are Josephus’ references to Jesus accurate? Fernando - St. Louis, MO (21:23)
Aug 1, 2025 • 28min
Q&A: Polygamy, Suicide, and Judas
On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (08/01/25), Hank answers the following questions:Can you explain the Levirate laws concerning marriage and polygamy? Joe - Robbinsville, NJ (0:51)Is suicide the unforgivable sin? If a Christian commits suicide, will they still go to heaven? Vicky - Cutler, IL (4:37)What are the pros and cons of Latin American Liberation Theology? Paul - Louisville, KY (8:47)Are churches today too focused on entertainment? Is Gospel music becoming secular? Monica - East St. Louis, IL (16:01)Was Judas saved? Sherry - Manassas, VA (20:20)
Jul 31, 2025 • 28min
The Increasing Importance of Apologetics, and Q&A
On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (07/31/25), Hank says a few words about apologetics, which is the defense of the faith once for all delivered to the saints.Hank also answers the following questions:How dangerous is L. Ron Hubbard and Scientology? Jim - El Paso, TX (3:44)How can I witness to an atheist? How can we convince them that the Bible is authoritative? Jeremy - Ada, OK (6:54)Are abuse and alcoholism grounds for a divorce? Kay - Lincoln, NE (15:11)What is the origin of all the races? Donna - Sharpsburg, GA (17:17)What are your thoughts on Judas concerning John 17:12? Was he predestined to betray Christ? Brian - Oakdale, CA (19:43)Was Job a real person? Howard - Everett, WA (22:17)Does original sin still exist? Didn’t Jesus abolish this by His death on the cross? Judy - Springfield, MO (22:48)What does it mean to rest on the Sabbath? Ryan - Nashville, TN (24:46)
Jul 30, 2025 • 28min
Q&A: God’s Name, Interracial Marriage, and a Future Temple
On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (07/30/25), Hank answers the following questions:Is Yahweh the correct name for God? Is it appropriate to address the members of the Trinity as Yahweh? Josh - Bakersfield, CA (0:54)Are the days of creation in Genesis literal 24-hour days? Neil - Lethbridge, AB (4:43)Is interracial marriage biblical? David - Fresno, CA (7:41)Does Revelation 21:22 mean that there will be no future temple? Robert - Plano, TX (16:01)Sometimes I get paid in cash. Do I need to report these earnings? Susan - Kearney, MO (22:06)Does the Bible say that the U.S. should support Israel? Beatrice - Chicago, IL (24:03)
Jul 29, 2025 • 28min
Q&A: The Prophecy of 70 Weeks, Tithing Legal Settlements, and Ghosts
On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (07/29/25), Hank answers the following questions:What is your view of Daniel’s 70 weeks? Cecil - Bakersfield, CA (0:51)Must I tithe off of a legal settlement? Christie - Independence, MO (5:14)Should the word “world” in Matthew 28:20 be translated “eon” or “age” instead? John - Stewartsville, MO (9:21)Should we prepare for doomsday? Rick - Austin, TX (15:12)Who are the people who say, “Lord, Lord,” in Matthew 7:21-23? Bob - Nashville, TN (19:01)Do ghosts exist? Are they demons? Darren - St. Louis, MO (21:40)
Jul 28, 2025 • 28min
Q&A: Overanalyzing the Bible, Ezekiel’s Temple, and Christ’s Ministry
On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (07/28/25), Hank answers the following questions:What is God’s role for the nation of Israel today, according to Romans 9-11? Tony - Oklahoma City, OK (0:57)Is it possible for us to overanalyze the Bible that we start to lose the meaning that God intended it to convey? Jim - El Paso, TX (6:31)What are your thoughts on the temple in Ezekiel? Which temple is he referring to? Joe - Dwight, IL (15:11)Why did Christ only minister to the Jews? Elden - Richmond, MO (20:44)
Jul 26, 2025 • 28min
Best of BAM Q&A: Pornography, Holding Grudges, and Objective Morality
On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast, Hank answers the following questions:I am struggling with pornography. Can you give me advice? Terry - Arcadia, WI (0:51)Is it a sin to pray for mercy for the consequences of my sin? Jim - Liberty, MO (5:48)Is it okay to hold a grudge? Bob - Howell, MI (6:58)Does Jesus allow Satan to test Christians the way he did with Peter? Kim - Winston-Salem, NC (15:12)How did the Egyptian magicians change their staves into snakes? John - Seattle, WA (16:35)Can there be objective morality without God? Kayla - Olathe, KS (20:59)Does God still perform healings today? Justin - Indianapolis, IN (22:56)
Jul 25, 2025 • 28min
Q&A: Seven Spirits of God, Repentance, and This Generation
On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (07/25/25), Hank answers the following questions:What are the seven spirits of God in Revelation 4? Brian - Fort Wayne, IN (1:00)Is tithing for today? Natasha - New York, NY (3:03)Once you become a Christian, must you still repent of your sins? Larry - Long Beach, CA (7:34)What is your opinion of the Left Behind series concerning their view of a future temple and the Antichrist? Dale - Raceland, LA (15:44)Can you explain the phrase “this generation” in Luke 21:32? Kim - Brimfield, MA (18:10)How were people saved in the Old Testament? Dan - Seattle, WA (22:33)
Jul 24, 2025 • 28min
Q&A: Types and Shadows, Confronting Someone in Sin, and Josephus
On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (07/24/25), Hank answers the following questions:What is the biblical view of the Israeli/Palestinian conflict? Kevin - Newcastle, OK (0:48)What do you mean when you talk about types and shadows? Toyin - Toronto, ON (7:38)Have you written any material on how to witness? Toyin - Toronto, ON (9:32)My friend’s father is having an affair. Can you give me some advice in this situation? Louisa - Toronto, ON (15:11)My uncle is a skeptic. How can I witness to him? Jane - Kennett, MO (17:54)Are Josephus’ references to Jesus accurate? Fernando - St. Louis, MO (21:23)
Jul 23, 2025 • 28min
Q&A: Alternate Universes, Children’s Church Services, and Prayer
On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (07/23/25), Hank answers the following questions:Does the Christian worldview allow for alternate universes or realities? John - Silver Spring, MD (0:52)Is it okay for a church to have separate worship services for children and adults? Jason - Hutchinson, KS (4:32)Does Genesis 1 contradict Genesis 2 concerning the order of creation? Cameron - Edmonton, AB (8:21)When I pray, my mind always seems to wander. Do you have any advice? Vicky - High Point, NC (16:07)Do we have a body, soul, and spirit? Vicky - Edmonton, AB (18:48)
