Bible Answer Man Podcast with Hank Hanegraaff

The Christian Research Institute
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Jan 24, 2026 • 28min

Best of BAM: The Days of Creation, and Q&A

On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast, Hank addresses whether the days of creation in Genesis 1 are literal, long, or literary.Hank also answers the following questions:How is it in Genesis 1 that light and the planet Earth are made before the sun, moon, and stars? Brian - Omaha, NE (5:42)What is the difference between Mormonism and Christianity? Tim - MA (15:11)What is the biblical view of alcohol? Marvin - Sioux City, IA (16:51)Where do we come up with the Trinity? Phillip - New Port, FL (19:09)I am a Christian in a relationship with a Muslim. What does the Bible say about that? Jackie - NJ (23:27)
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Jan 23, 2026 • 28min

Q&A: Jehovah’s Witnesses, Head Coverings, and Cain’s Offering

On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (01/23/26), Hank answers the following questions:What are the major fallacies of the Jehovah’s Witness religion? Troy - Kansas City, KS (0:50)What about God being timeless and linear, so God the Father created the Son and through His crucifixion the Holy Spirit was given to us? Don - Kansas City, KS (4:18)How can the Lord send non-physical demons into physical pigs? Kevin - Charlotte, NC (9:03)Can you explain women praying with head coverings in 1 Corinthians 11? Lisa - OH (15:12)Why did God accept Abel’s offering but not Cain’s offering? Lisa - OH (17:33)Is the New Jerusalem totally new or a renovated Earth? In Genesis, was water the first thing that existed? Juanita - OH (18:21)Are all traces of the demonic births in Genesis 6 wiped off the face of the Earth, or are there still giants? Juanita - OH (22:07)Is there more than one baptism of the Holy Spirit? Leonard - Garden City, KS (24:33)  
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Jan 22, 2026 • 28min

Q&A: Salvation for Jews, Turning the Other Cheek, and the Elect

Romans 11 and the salvation of Jews? Clarify the common Olive Tree? Explain all Israel will be saved? Brian - Charlotte, NC (0:49)How to reconcile turning the other cheek and self-defense? John (15:13)My Primitive Baptist friends say that God has prechosen the elect, and the non-elect are lost regardless of their choice. What is your insight on this? How do I find a good church? David - Houston, TX (18:41)
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Jan 21, 2026 • 28min

Q&A: Ezekiel’s Temple, Kingdom of God vs. Kingdom of Heaven, and Assembling the Bible

On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (01/21/26), Hank answers the following questions:If Ezekiel’s temple will be built in the millennium, why will there be animal sacrifices? Robert - FL (0:45)I am having trouble with the Local Church’s distinction between the kingdom of God and the kingdom of heaven. Can you help me? Eric - Moore, OK (7:09)Since the Bible is infallible, who decided to put all the individual writings together? Randy - St. Louis, MO (15:14)Is the messiah of Islam the Antichrist of Christianity? Gabe - Olive Branch, MS (20:58)
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Jan 20, 2026 • 28min

Q&A: Abraham’s Promise, Preaching on Pornography, and Radiometric Dating

On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (01/20/26), Hank answers the following questions:When is God’s promise to Abraham going to be fulfilled? Mark - St. Louis, MO (0:48)With all the pornography in circulation, why is there a lack of preaching on the subject? Doug - Gladewater, TX (5:46)What about radiometric dating in relation to Genesis 1:1? Age of the universe? Darwinian evolution? Tim - City, CA (15:11)What are the steps to introducing someone to Jesus Christ? Is there a study program? Randy - OK (23:01)
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Jan 19, 2026 • 28min

Finding a Good Church, and Q&A

On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (01/19/26), Hank shares on how to find a good church.Hank also answers the following questions:I started attending a new church with my son. The pastor supports the ordination of homosexuals. Should we leave? James - Pittsburgh, PA (3:21)I have been to many churches, and I am frustrated, since I cannot find one that looks like the New Testament. Can you help me? Bob - Spokane, WA (15:12)How to discuss faith with Mormon family members who say we all worship the same Christ? Janette - Salt Lake City, UT (17:49)I don’t say that I am a Christian, because I do not think I am living up to what the faith calls for. What are your thoughts? Maria - Calgary, AB (22:31)
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Jan 17, 2026 • 28min

Best of BAM: Developing an Eternal Perspective, and Q&A

On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast, Hank says a few words about having an eternal perspective and how to develop one.Hank also answers the following questions:Can you clarify your view of the creation account and whether Adam was created with the appearance of age? James - St. Louis, MO (3:24)If Jesus became sin per 2 Corinthians 5:21, does that mean for a moment God hated Jesus because God hates sin? Jordan - KS (15:44)Why did God reject the sacrifice of Cain but accepted the sacrifice of Abel? Was it the blood? Patsy - Bradford, AZ (20:36)
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Jan 16, 2026 • 28min

Q&A: The Ten Commandments, Age Segregation, and Jehovah’s Witnesses

On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (01/16/26), Hank answers the following questions:Are the Ten Commandments still binding? If they were fulfilled in Christ, why should we practice them? Damon - Signal Hill, CA (0:57)Jesus used the Law to convict sinners. Why don’t people today use conviction to reach sinners? Tim - Leavenworth, KS (3:51)What do you think about the family integrated church movement? Should children be part of the congregation instead of being in Sunday school? John - Blackwood, NJ (6:57)Is the parable of the unrighteous steward in Luke 16 similar to the Islamic principle of deceiving others for the advancement of a cause? Christian - Stroud, OK (9:01)Can Satan be forgiven by God? Todd - St. James, MO (15:11)What are the differences between Jehovah’s Witnesses and Christianity? Jamele - Winston-Salem, NC (17:21)
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Jan 15, 2026 • 28min

The Days of Creation, and Q&A

On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (01/15/26), Hank addresses whether the days of creation in Genesis 1 are literal, long, or literary.Hank also answers the following questions:How is it in Genesis 1 that light and the planet Earth are made before the sun, moon, and stars? Brian - Omaha, NE (5:42)Can you explain the long and short endings of Mark 16? How should we handle this? George - Tampa, FL (15:13)Is there a time gap between verses 26 and 27 in Daniel 9? Matt - Kearney, NE (20:12)Are the lost books of the Bible legitimate? Kenneth - Roanoke, VA (23:10)
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Jan 14, 2026 • 28min

Q&A: The Book of Mormon, the Baptism of the Holy Spirit, and the Apocalypse

On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (01/14/26), Hank answers the following questions:Several passages in the Book of Mormon are from the Bible. How could it not be from God? Doug - Oklahoma City, OK (0:50)Why do Mormons believe they can become gods? Marty - Springdale, AR (3:52)What is the baptism of the Holy Spirit? Is it healing and speaking in tongues? Marty - Springdale, AR (6:07)Is the kingdom of God on Earth in the Apocalypse? New Jerusalem coming down from heaven? Tad - Louisville, KY (15:11)Is having proof necessary for genuine faith? The same type of evidence used to support the Bible can be used to support the Book of Mormon. Dennis - Orlando, FL (19:34)

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