

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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Jul 22, 2025 • 28min
Q&A: Job, the Afterlife, and Gap Theory
On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (07/22/25), Hank answers the following questions:What caused Job to realize his mistakes? Joel - Saddlebrook, NJ (1:01) What happens after death? Charles - New Windsor, NY (7:09)What does it mean in 1 Timothy 3:2 that a pastor be “the husband of one wife”? Is this referring to divorce? Jim - Liberty, MO (8:51)What is your opinion of Chuck Missler and his view of the gap theory? Scott - Fowlerville, MI (15:12)Can you clarify your comments on John the Baptist being the last Old Testament prophet? Larry - Slater, MO (17:58)When the new earth and heaven have come, will God be on the new earth with Jesus or in the new heaven? Sandra - Minneapolis, MN (20:33)Can you explain Romans 14:17 and 1 Corinthians 8:8 concerning eating? Toyin - Toronto, ON (22:47)What is your opinion of Christians playing the lottery? Toyin - Toronto, ON (24:43)

Jul 21, 2025 • 28min
Q&A: Suicide, Historicity of Adam and Eve, and a Rebuilt Temple
On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (07/21/25), Hank answers the following questions:Is suicide the unpardonable sin? Gilbert - New York, NY (0:49)Does the Hebrew word “almah” refer to a virgin, or just a young woman? Roger - Modesto, CA (2:46)How can I explain to my friend that the concept of the Trinity is not illogical? Roger - Modesto, CA (6:28)Were Adam and Eve real people? Richard - Waynesville, MO (8:55)What is your opinion of Heaven Is for Real by Todd Burpo? Walter - Edmonton, AB (15:13)If the church is “true Israel,” what will happen to the promised land? Tim - Liberty, MO (18:28)What if the temple is rebuilt and there is no rapture; will this shake the faith of people who believe in a pre-tribulational rapture? David - Pleasantville, PA (21:33)

Jul 19, 2025 • 28min
Best of BAM: The Talking Snake, and Q&A
On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast, Hank addresses the skeptical criticism against the historicity of the Bible regarding Eve conversing with a talking snake.Hank also answers the following questions:What does “Word of Faith” mean? Angela - Riverside, CA (4:44)I have been questioning God’s existence. Where do I stand with my salvation when I feel this way? Chris - Chandler, AZ (6:25)Can you clarify your view of the Tribulation and when the events of Revelation took place? Eddie - St. Louis, MO (15:11)What is the significance of Moses hitting the rock and not speaking to it as God commanded? Brian - Hartford, MI (23:22)

Jul 18, 2025 • 28min
Q&A: Origin of the Races, Satan Testing Us, and Objective Morality
On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (07/18/25), Hank answers the following questions:Can you explain the origin of the races? Where did they all come from? Carol - Milton, WA (0:51)Can you explain the phrase, “branch to the nose” in Ezekiel 8:17? Ron - Springfield, MO (6:35)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 17, 2025 • 28min
Q&A: Pornography, Holding Grudges, and Capital Punishment
On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (07/17/25), 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)Are the days of creation in Genesis literal 24-hour days? Hugh - Columbia, MO (15:11)Will we have a relationship with God the Father in heaven? Jim - Western Springs, IL (19:53)If a Christian were responsible for giving a lethal injection to a person on death row, would they be considered a murderer by God? Pam - Lincoln, NE (21:20)When Jesus returns, will He be our true parent? Will he come from Asia to cleanse the lineage? Doug - St. Louis, MO (23:11)

Jul 16, 2025 • 28min
Q&A: Witnessing to Atheists, the Church of Christ, and Divorce
On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (07/16/25), Hank answers the following questions:How do I witness to an atheist? Travis - Taylorsville, NC (0:52)Is the Church of Christ a cult? How can I help my friend who is a member of this church? George - Glendale, CA (6:36)Should I be worried that the word “He” with reference to God is taken out of some translations of the Bible? Elaine - Selina, KS (9:12)What are the biblical grounds for divorce? Richard - Longview, TX (15:12)Why was God going to kill Moses in Exodus 4:24? Chris - Tulsa, OK (19:11)What happens when we die? Do we go into a soul sleep? Ken - Freeport, IL (21:18)Why witness to Mormons if they love darkness and God has given them over to a strong delusion? Alvin - Cortez, CO (24:03)

Jul 15, 2025 • 28min
The Why Question, and Q&A
On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (07/15/25), Hank brings up the why question, oftentimes framed as, “why would God allow bad things to happen to good people?”Hank also answers the following questions:What are your thoughts on the teachings of Reinhard Bonnke? Brian - Westfield, IN (5:21)When we get to heaven, will we remember our unbelieving family members who do not make it? Eric - Ocala, FL (7:04)What is Tai chi, and how should a congregation respond if approached about having a class on this? Mel - Jamestown, NY (9:25)How accurate is the Sumerian creation story? Tom - Daytona, FL (15:14)Can you explain Revelation 20:4 and the beheading of the martyrs? Aaron - San Antonio, TX (20:49)In Romans 7, was Paul talking about himself as an unbeliever or as a believer? Mark - Nashville, TN (23:32)

Jul 14, 2025 • 28min
Q&A: Jehovah’s Witnesses, Miscarriage, and Apologetics
On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (07/14/25), Hank answers the following questions:In the past, I was involved with Feng Shui and divination. Is it possible for me to be reconciled or forgiven of these abominable practices? Lisa - Santa Clarita, CA (0:57)What is the best way to witness to Jehovah’s Witnesses? Joe - El Paso, TX (2:50)In Luke 23:43, is the comma in the wrong place? Pam - Due West, SC (5:07)My wife had a miscarriage. What happens to children when they die? Simon - Lethbridge, AB (7:39)What does Christian apologetics mean? Denise - Lincoln, NE (15:14)Do you have any advice for how to minister to my nephew, who is struggling with homosexuality? Anita - St. Louis, MO (16:38)Do Muslims believe that it is acceptable to lie to infidels to further the cause of Islam? Lori - Calgary, AB (23:54)

Jul 12, 2025 • 28min
Best of BAM: Jesus’ Name, Relativism, and Defending the Bible
On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast, Hank answers the following questions:Is Yeshua the proper name of Jesus? Is salvation based on the Hebrew name Yeshua? Sayla - Chicago, IL (0:44)I want to start a ministry. However, I believe the church commits abuses, such as its method of tithing. It doesn’t feel right. Do you know what I mean? Ken - Ashville, NC (2:51)I grew up with relativism. I do not want to take a hard position on secondary issues. What are your thoughts on having this mindset? Joel - Modesto, CA (7:04)A friend converted to Judaism and no longer believes Jesus is the Son of God. How can I best minister to her? Holly - Nashville, TN (15:13)I am a non-believer. What answer does Christianity give to the numerous inconsistencies, contradictions, and ridiculousness of the Bible? Jason - Des Moines, IA (17:50)Who created God? Jason - Des Moines, IA (21:01)I am a creationist. I have trouble reconciling the starlight coming from millions of light years away with the age of the Earth. Can you help me? Todd - Newton, KS (24:33)

Jul 11, 2025 • 28min
The Talking Snake, and Q&A
On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (07/11/25), Hank addresses the skeptical criticism against the historicity of the Bible regarding Eve conversing with a talking snake.Hank also answers the following questions:What does “Word of Faith” mean? Angela - Riverside, CA (4:44)I have been questioning God’s existence. Where do I stand with my salvation when I feel this way? Chris - Chandler, AZ (6:25)What is the connection with Isaiah 34:13-15 and the myth of Lilith being Adam’s first wife? Andrew - Fresno, CA (15:15)Many consider themselves Christian, but they dislike other races and foreigners. What are your thoughts? Joan - Manhattan, KS (16:50)Does God have a plan for our life at conception? Our daughter committed suicide, and we are struggling with knowing if there was anything that we could have done. Bob - Dodge City, KS (21:33)


