

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 12, 2023 • 28min
Best of BAM: A Jealous God, and Q&A
On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast, 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)Did all life on Earth originate from one microscopic organism? (15:41)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 11, 2023 • 28min
Taking Part in a Great Campaign of Sabotage, Q&A
On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (08/11/23), Hank quotes C. S. Lewis who said, “Enemy-occupied territory—that is what this world is. Christianity is the story of how the rightful king has landed, you might say landed in disguise, and is calling us to take part in a great campaign of sabotage.” Although we see a rapid moral decline in the culture, biblical illiteracy in the church, and a virulent attack on marriage, Hank reminds us that God is still the King of creation.Hank also answers the following questions:How should Christians prepare themselves to witness to Muslims? (5:23)What is the identity of the king in Daniel 11:36-39? (15:12)Was the earth with God all along because Genesis 1:2 says the earth was without form and void? (20:19)What is the purpose of the red heifer and why would Christians be concerned with this? Is there a difference between a futurist and a dispensational futurist? (24:00)

Aug 10, 2023 • 28min
Q&A: Biblical Contradiction, Free Will, and Passages Implying a Young Earth
On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (08/10/23), Hank answers the following questions:Can you explain Jesus’ words in Matthew 19:7-8, about giving a certificate of divorce? Does this mean that God didn’t really want to give this law to Moses? (1:53)How did Judas die? There seems to be a contradiction between Matthew’s account and the book of Acts. (7:01)How does God intervene in our lives if we have free will? How can God change circumstances through our prayers without violating someone’s free will? (15:19)Do the passages in Scripture that describe God stretching out the heavens imply a young earth? (24:14)

Aug 9, 2023 • 28min
Q&A: The Beast with Four Heads, Aliens, and Fallen Angels
On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (08/09/23), Hank answers the following questions:What is the identity of the beast with four heads in Daniel 7:6? (4:24)If Jesus knows the outcome of our choices, what is the point of living out an entire lifetime? (7:01)Do you believe in extraterrestrial life? If so, do you consider them to be fallen angels? (15:11)How much knowledge does one need in order to preach the Gospel to someone? (17:17)Are demons fallen angels? Can they be redeemed? (24:22)

Aug 8, 2023 • 28min
Q&A: Same-Sex Marriage, the Only Begotten Son of God, and Hearing the Voice of the Lord
On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (08/08/23), Hank answers the following questions:Why do Christians want to legislate the morality of same-sex couples based solely on religion? (0:50)What can we as Christians do to turn the tide of same-sex marriage? (15:12)What is the difference between calling Jesus the only begotten Son of God, and calling Him the firstborn? (20:06)How do we hear the voice of the Lord today? What is the still small voice within? (22:57)

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)


