Bible Answer Man Podcast with Hank Hanegraaff

On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (09/04/23), Hank wishes all of you a happy Labor Day and goes into detail on the Labor Day holiday that God gave us long before the government did—our Sabbath Day rest. Just as we are resting today on Labor Day, the Lord commands us to rest on the Sabbath each week. “Six days you shall labor and do all your work, but the seventh day is a sabbath to the Lord your God. On it you shall not do any work, neither you, nor your son or daughter, nor your male or female servant, nor your ox, your donkey or any of your animals, nor any foreigner residing in your towns, so that your male and female servants may rest, as you do” (Deut. 5:13-14 NIV). So our Labor Day holiday according to God is our Sabbath Day rest, which begs the question: why do Christians rest from their labor on the first day of the week (Sunday), rather than the last day of the week (Saturday)? The answer, says Hank, is encapsulated in just one word—resurrection. Hank also discusses something else that comes to his mind when he thinks about the word labor, and that is what Paul says in 1 Corinthians chapter 3, that each person is going to be rewarded according to their own labor. In other words, what we do now in this life counts for all eternity. Hank uses the illustration of his invitation to play Cypress Point, which he claims to be the most spectacular golf course on Earth. For months he beat his body into submission while dreaming of the day he would experience walking its fairways. Without his strenuous preparations, he would have still experienced the same breathtaking views, however, all his hard work added immeasurably to his experience. That is what heaven will be like. As phenomenal as Cypress Point is, it pales by comparison to what paradise restored will be. Hank spent one day at a golf haven; he will spend an eternity in God’s heaven. It stands to reason, therefore, that he would put a lot more labor into preparing for an eternity in heaven with God than he did for playing eighteen holes of golf.

On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast, Hank shares troubling statistics that claim seven out of ten teenagers will end up leaving the church. In light of this tragedy, Hank underscores the importance of what it means to be a reproducing disciple-maker of Jesus Christ.Hank also answers the following questions:Why didn’t the disciples recognize Jesus after His resurrection? Does Paul touch on this in 1 Corinthians 15:35-49? (3:42)Where did God come from? Who created Him? (7:10)Believers are told to renew their minds, but how can unbelievers be enlightened since their minds are darkened? (8:32)How did Satan get kicked out of heaven? (15:11)Which member of the Trinity should we address in prayer? Is it okay to pray to Jesus? (17:05)What did Robert Schuller mean when he spoke of positive Christianity? (20:22)What do you think of Christians who say the Old Testament is not for today? (21:23)Is there sin in heaven? If not, then how did Satan fall? (22:14)

On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (09/01/23), Hank shares his thoughts on the timeless biblical principle of giving and encourages listeners to make a profound difference in the world today through giving generously to churches and Christian organizations so that the gospel can go out to the ends of the earth.Hank also answers the following questions:How is it just for everyone to be condemned because of Adam’s sin? Since Romans 5 says that we all fell in Adam, does that mean everyone will be redeemed by Christ? (4:29)Sometimes I struggle believing that God is real. Is there anything you can recommend that will help me? (15:44)Where did all the different denominations come from? (20:28)Dr. Robert Jeffress has a different view of the tribulation than you and also believes angels procreated with women according to Genesis chapter 6. How can I rightly divide the Word of truth? (22:42)

On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (08/31/23), Hank answers the following questions:How could a loving God command the destruction of women and children in the Old Testament? (0:50)When we die and go to heaven, will we have a spiritual body? (8:08)Is it acceptable to marry someone who has been divorced? (15:12)What are some characteristics of a good pastor? (17:54)Is eisegesis ever okay? (20:55)I feel guilty for not evangelizing. Do you have any advice for me? (21:42)

On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (08/30/23), Hank answers the following questions:Is it okay for a Christian musician to play secular music like blues, jazz, and rock and roll? (1:00)In Matthew 12:1-8, what was the point of Jesus using David as an example? Wouldn’t the Pharisees have considered what David did to be sinful? (3:37)I feel guilty for not sharing the gospel with others. How should I view my responsibility to witness? (6:55)Is the Roman Catholic Church the harlot mentioned in the book of Revelation? (15:13)Is Jesus God, or is Jesus different from the Father? (21:56)

On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (08/29/23), Hank answers the following questions:Is election the only means by which someone can be saved? Can you address this in light of Acts chapter 16? (0:47)Can you give me some information about John Nelson Darby? (4:40)How can you apply the armor of God as described in Ephesians chapter 6? (6:39)Is the body of Christ the new Israel? (9:25)Is Jude 1:23 saying that there are people who become Christians out of fear? Once we become believers should we view God as a God of wrath or a God of love? (15:10)How can I refute dispensational theology? (19:04)

On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (08/28/23), Hank answers the following questions:What are the biblical grounds for engaging in war? Are we justified, or even commanded to participate in war? (1:05)Do the Great White Throne judgment and the Judgment Seat of Christ take place at the same time? (7:05)Since the details of Jesus’ life between age twelve and thirty weren’t recorded in the Bible, how can we know that He was sinless? (15:38)Should we take Mark 9:47 literally, or should this be spiritualized? (17:53)Is it acceptable for believers to continue in sin since we have been forgiven in Christ? What exactly is sin? (22:09)

On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast, Hank answers the following questions:Does the meaning of the Bible evolve depending on your circumstances? (0:45)What are your thoughts on Ouija boards? (3:38)How do I witness to an atheist who claims the Bible condones slavery? (5:30)What happens when Christians die? Do our souls go to be with the Lord, or do they sleep? (15:15)Is there anything in the Bible that describes the physical appearance of Jesus? (17:21)How could God condemn someone to eternal damnation for committing suicide? (22:04)

On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (08/25/23), Hank answers the following questions:When God says He’s the God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, why doesn’t He use the name Israel instead? (0:42)In Daniel chapter 11, can you explain who the kings of the north and south are? (2:48)When Lazarus died, was his soul present with the Lord? Is being in the presence of the Lord different from heaven? (15:12)Will our pets be in heaven? (22:20)

On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (08/24/23), Hank shares troubling statistics that claim seven out of ten teenagers will end up leaving the church. In light of this tragedy, Hank underscores the importance of what it means to be a reproducing disciple-maker of Jesus Christ.Hank also answers the following questions:Why didn’t the disciples recognize Jesus after His resurrection? Does Paul touch on this in 1 Corinthians 15:35-49? (3:42)Where did God come from? Who created Him? (7:10)Believers are told to renew their minds, but how can unbelievers be enlightened since their minds are darkened? (8:31)Can you provide me with a good answer to give Jehovah’s Witnesses on the Trinity? (15:12)How do we answer skeptics like Bill Maher who claim God is unjust because He commanded Israel to destroy the Canaanites? (18:42)