

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 7, 2023 • 28min
Q&A: Word of Faith, Old Earth, and the Watchers
On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (08/07/23), Hank answers the following questions:What is wrong with the Word of Faith teaching as proclaimed by Joel Osteen? What is the biblical view of faith? (1:08)Why do you emphasize the legalization of marijuana as part of the moral decline of our nation, but not alcohol or pornography? What makes marijuana immoral? (6:19)Who are the Watchers and where is this found in Scripture? (8:57)Since the genealogies give specific ages, how can you believe in an old earth? (15:13)There are watchers mentioned in Daniel 4:17. What is your interpretation of this passage and how does this relate to the previous call on the subject? (23:33)

Aug 5, 2023 • 28min
Best of BAM Q&A: Who Created God, Homosexuality, and Abortion
On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast, Hank answers the following questions:Since nothing comes from nothing, who created God? (0:47)Are the days of creation in Genesis really thousands of years rather than actual 24-hour periods? (3:05)How do I present the biblical teaching on homosexuality to friends and family who are Christians but do not hold to this biblical worldview? (7:31)How can we do anything for the Lord in this country when we are murdering our own children? (15:12)What happens to the soul after death? (20:17)Will saying grace over a meal protect us from pesticides and unhealthy foods? (23:21)

Aug 4, 2023 • 28min
A Biblical Perspective on Animal Rights, and Q&A
On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (08/04/23), Hank offers a biblical perspective on the animal rights movement, the worldview of PETA, and the dignity of human beings as image bearers of God.Hank also answers the following questions:What does the word supplication mean in Philippians 4:6? (5:13)Sometimes I have sexual dreams and wake up feeling guilty. Where do these dreams come from? (8:37)I know there are passages in the Old Testament that condemn homosexuality, but where does the New Testament condemn it? (16:14)Is the world supposed to grow worse and worse before the return of Christ? (20:08)

Aug 3, 2023 • 28min
Q&A: Jehovah’s Witnesses, Different Rewards in Heaven, and Marijuana
On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (08/03/23), Hank answers the following questions:Is it acceptable for a church to allow a Freemason to preach? (0:46)Do Jehovah’s Witnesses teach the truth? (2:36)Are you familiar with Chuck Missler and his teaching that there will be different rewards in heaven? (6:05)I have a friend who is a Jehovah’s Witness and is refusing a much-needed blood transfusion. How can I witness to her? (15:13)Should we warn people to turn from their wicked ways according to Ezekiel 33:7-8? (19:07)Is it okay to consume marijuana since God gave us every herb according to Genesis 1:11-12? (21:42)

Aug 2, 2023 • 28min
Q&A: Unity Between Arminians and Calvinists, Origin of Life, and Morals Without God
On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (08/02/23), Hank answers the following questions:Are Arminians and Calvinists united on the essentials of the Christian faith? (0:55)Is the ministry Your Campus Revival a cult? What do they believe? (5:54)Is it okay to allow Jehovah’s Witnesses into our homes? Would this be equivalent to giving them a platform, or can we show them hospitality? (8:15)Did all life on Earth originate from one microscopic organism? (15:42)The church I was originally saved in has since let me down, and I haven’t been able to find a church where I can grow. What should I do? (20:37)I am an atheist, and I disagree that morals would not exist without God. (22:56)

Aug 1, 2023 • 28min
A Jealous God, and Q&A
On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (08/01/23), Hank explains what the Bible means when it describes God as jealous. Far from being petty and insecure, God is jealous in the sense of protection and concern for the well-being of His people much like a spousal relationship.Hank also answers the following questions:Does God forget our sins? Isn’t He omniscient? (4:03)When Paul said all Scripture was inspired by God in 2 Timothy 3:16, wasn’t he referring to the Old Testament? How do we know the New Testament was inspired? (6:15)Can you comment on Carlton Pearson’s gospel of inclusion? (15:43)How can I witness to a Jehovah’s Witness? (19:33)Why aren’t dinosaurs mentioned in the Bible? (23:42)

Jul 31, 2023 • 28min
Hiding God’s Word in Our Hearts, and Q&A
On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (07/31/23), Hank exhorts us to hide God’s Word in our hearts by memorizing Scripture and meditating on it day and night just as Moses commanded in Deuteronomy 11:18-19.Hank also answers the following questions:What did Jesus mean in John 16:7 when He said He would send the Holy Spirit? Wasn’t the Spirit already at work in the world? (3:30)I have been trying to explain that the word “Church” means assembly rather than a building. Is this an accurate description of the biblical word “ecclesia”? (16:04)What does it mean for Christians to keep the Sabbath Day holy? (21:37)Why do Jehovah’s Witnesses forbid blood transfusions? (23:07)

Jul 29, 2023 • 28min
Best of BAM: Diving Deeper Into the Ocean of Prayer, and Q&A
On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast, Hank retells a story about how during a time of injury, he learned how to wade out from the shallow waters and go deeper into the ocean of prayer; encouraging us to do the same.Hank also answers the following questions:I am a member of Bible Study Fellowship, but my pastor does not think I should be involved in teaching because he thinks it is the job of the church. What is your opinion? (4:29)My wife recently passed away. What is she experiencing in heaven now? Will she recognize her loved ones? (6:37)How can I respond to my husband who says God is immoral because He allows evil? (15:13)How can we speak truth in love to family and friends who have changed with the culture? (23:00)

Jul 28, 2023 • 28min
Q&A: The Time of Christ’s Return, Pentecostalism, and the Pauline Epistles
On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (07/28/23), Hank answers the following questions:Will the return of Christ take place in our lifetime? The Bible says that no one knows the day or the hour, but I believe we can calculate His return. (1:49)Do you believe that Pentecostals are not Christians? (15:14)Must those who have converted to Christianity from false religions such as Mormonism renounce their former beliefs, or can they remain silent out of fear of losing jobs and families? (18:46)Were Paul’s letters addressed to specific people? (23:19)

Jul 27, 2023 • 28min
Q&A: The Sabbath, Abortion, and Saying Grace
On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (07/27/23), Hank answers the following questions:How should we understand God condemning someone for violating the Sabbath in the Old Testament in light of Jesus’ teaching in the New Testament? (1:04)Is there some good that comes from Joel Osteen’s ministry? (4:50)How can we do anything for the Lord in this country when we are murdering our own children? (15:12)What happens to the soul after death? (20:17)Will saying grace over a meal protect us from pesticides and unhealthy foods? (23:21)


