

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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Oct 10, 2024 • 28min
Q&A: Profanity, Hell, and Dealing with Past Trauma
On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (10/10/24), Hank answers the following questions:Are Christians supposed to have blind faith or faith in evidence? Derek - Indianapolis, IN (0:52)How should I respond to co-workers who use profanity and coarse joking? Ephesians 5:4 tells us to avoid this. Shane - St. Louis, MO (2:19)Do we need to ask for forgiveness after every sin, or are we forgiven automatically? Dick - Wichita, KS (6:42)When we get to heaven will we remember our loved ones who are in hell? How will I not be sad if my children end up in hell? Dick - Wichita, KS (8:33)According to 1 Corinthians 11:14, where does nature teach that long hair dishonors a man? George - Edmonton, AB (15:12)Is there a passage of Scripture that can help my wife cope with past sexual abuse? John - Sorento, IL (17:53)I have a friend who rejects hell as eternal conscious punishment. Can you give me some advice on how to refute this? Monique - Glen Carbon, IL (22:53)

Oct 9, 2024 • 28min
The Deity of Christ, and Q&A
On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (10/09/24), Hank draws our attention to the deity of Christ by quoting from Hebrews chapter 1, which unmistakably points to Jesus as Lord, Creator, and the very image of God.Hank also answers the following questions:Is tithing required by the New Testament? Aren’t the civil and ceremonial laws done away with? Richard - Lemoore, CA (3:55)Are all religions the same? As an atheist, I believe we should all do good. How can you know which religion is correct? Isn’t it just blind faith? Jeff - Sundre, AB (15:37)

Oct 8, 2024 • 28min
Q&A: Weather Events, the Judgement Seat of Christ, and Hell
On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (10/08/24), Hank answers the following questions:According to Job chapter 1, is Satan in control of the weather? When hurricanes strike, people usually ask “Why, God?” How does this work? Brace - Tyler, TX (1:01)What passages of Scripture or watershed moments in your ministry have changed your life, or your understanding of spiritual things? Steve - Edmonton, AB (7:09)When does the judgment seat of Christ take place? James - Cary, NC (16:40)Can you give me some insight on the book, The Fire That Consumes by Edward Fudge? John - Lander, WY (19:48)What is the motivation that some have to change the doctrine of hell? John - Lander, WY (22:51)Where in the Bible do the Mormons get their doctrine of baptism for the dead? Ryan - Kansas City, MO (24:02)

Oct 7, 2024 • 28min
Who is Christ, and Q&A
On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (10/07/24), Hank extols the sinlessness of Christ; the only one who was genuinely perfect because He was God in flesh. Hank goes on to describe Jesus’ supernatural power over nature, sickness, and even death, as well as the power to transform lives.Hank also answers the following questions:Is Isaiah 66:17 describing the final Judgment? Does this mean that Christians can’t eat pork? Don - OK (4:30)What is the biblical teaching on those who died before Christ’s sacrifice on the cross? Archie - Atlanta, GA (16:10)Could you give me some historical background on the Amish and the Mennonites? Are they considered Christian? Jo - Overland Park, KS (20:11)Did the Apostle Paul perform a resurrection? If so, in what passage of Scripture was it recorded? Josh - Dublin, GA (24:10)

Oct 5, 2024 • 28min
Best of BAM: The Genius of Genesis, and Q&A
On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast, Hank shares his thoughts on the literary masterpiece of the book of Genesis, highlighting the mnemonic device employed in the days of creation and the genius of its artistic form.Hank also answers the following questions:What are your thoughts on the book The Antichrist Agenda by Danny Shelton? Richard - GA (4:22)What can you tell me about Moral Government theology and their view that God has limited foreknowledge? Bill - Springfield, MO (7:05)Does God change His mind? Bill - Springfield, MO (10:01)Can a Christian be directly responsible for someone not coming to salvation? Jim - Atlanta, GA (15:11)Can you explain the Sabbath in light of Colossians 2:16? Brian - Peñuelas, PR (20:02)What are your thoughts on Lectio Divina? Is this form of Bible study helpful or does it put too much emphasis on our own interpretation? Bob - Washington, DC (23:54)

Oct 4, 2024 • 28min
Q&A: Old Testament Canon, Dragons, and Rights to the Land of Israel
On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (10/04/24), Hank answers the following questions:Why were the books of Ester, Song of Solomon, Proverbs, and Ecclesiastes disputed at the Council of Jamnia? Steve - New York, NY (0:45)According to 1 Timothy 3, can an elder or a deacon be divorced? Bobby - Cleveland, TN (3:24)In the book, Radical by David Platt, is the teaching about giving up everything biblical? Jim - Westfield, NJ (6:00)Why is Satan depicted as a mythical dragon in the Book of Revelation? Don - Phenix, VA (8:24)If a Christian commits suicide, will they go to heaven or hell? Elaina - Springfield, MO (15:12)What is the Gospel of Judas? Sharon - Westport, AR (18:12)Who has the right to the land of Israel? What are they fighting over? Ryan - Nashville, TN (20:16)

Oct 3, 2024 • 28min
Q&A: Created in God’s Image, the Rapture, and Blind Faith
On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (10/03/24), Hank answers the following questions:What happens to a believer after death? Charles - New Windsor, NY (1:01)What does it mean to be created in God’s image? Charles - New Windsor, NY (2:21)I hear so many different views on the rapture; I’m unsure what to believe. Is the rapture a 19th-century idea? What is your view? David - IA (4:12)Is the promise in Malachi chapter 3 also for unbelievers? Will they receive blessings if they tithe? Jeremiah - Dakota City, NE (6:22)How should we understand the Trinity in light of 1 Corinthians 15:27? Allen - MO (15:12)What exactly takes place after the Millennium? Quinton - KS (19:55)I’ve heard you talk about having faith in evidence, not blind faith. What is required then, to have faith? Shane - St. Louis, MO (24:16)

Oct 2, 2024 • 28min
Q&A: Authenticity of the New Testament, Eternal Punishment, and the Tree of Life
On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (10/02/24), Hank shares a letter from a listener struggling with the authenticity of the New Testament writers based on a television program that purports that the four Gospels were written long after the time of Christ.Hank also answers the following questions:Where specifically is the teaching of eternal punishment taught in the word of God? Randy - South Gate, CA (8:51)Is it okay to be a bodybuilder? Does this make an idol of your body? Shane - Calgary, AB (16:37)What are your thoughts on Mormonism? Frank - Calgary, AB (19:10)Is the Tree of Life described in the Book of Genesis a literal tree? Aaron - Surrey, BC (21:14)

Oct 1, 2024 • 28min
Q&A: Origin of Evil, Paul’s Martyrdom, and Gap Theory
On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (10/01/24), Hank answers the following questions:Did God create evil according to Isaiah 45:7? Since God created Satan knowing he would rebel, doesn’t that mean He created evil? Don - Tacoma Park, OK (1:24)Why isn’t Paul’s martyrdom mentioned in the New Testament? Melissa - Dublin, TX (5:25)What is the Gap Theory? Did God create angels at the same time He created the heavens and the earth? Charles - NY (15:38)How do I witness to Jehovah’s Witnesses? What topic is most important and what questions should I challenge them with? Alissa - Nassau, BS (19:19)

Sep 30, 2024 • 28min
Three Possible Explanations for the Origin of the Universe, and Q&A
On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (09/30/24), Hank discusses three possible hypotheses for the origin of the universe and the failure of philosophical naturalism as an explanation.Hank also answers the following questions:In Revelation 13:18, is the number of the beast supposed to be 666 or 616? Dan - Kansas City, MO (5:03)How do cavemen fit into the Bible? Will there come a time when no one will believe the Bible? Karen - Asheville, NC (15:13)Will we be able to rebel in the new heaven and the new earth? Will we still have free will? James - Bakersfield, CA (20:37)Can you address the age of the earth and evolution? Do you think there was death before Adam? Dana - Durham, NC (23:32)