

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 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)

Jul 26, 2023 • 28min
Q&A: Calling Out False Teaching, Defining Good and Evil, and Mormonism
On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (07/26/23), Hank answers the following questions:Why do you criticize Joel Osteen instead of just teaching the truth? (2:50)Some say that good and evil are defined by society. What makes this a bad argument? (15:12)Can a Mormon become a follower of Christ and remain in Mormonism? (18:51)

Jul 25, 2023 • 28min
The Raging Battle for Truth, and Q&A
On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (07/25/23), Hank quotes G.K. Chesterton who said, the true soldier fights not because he hates what is in front of him, but because he loves what is behind him. This idea is at the heart of the mission of the Christian Research Institute. As the battle for truth rages, we recognize that the world is ultimately not the enemy, but rather prisoners of war who need to be recaptured with the truth.Hank also answers the following questions:Who is Melchizedek? (5:58)As a former lesbian, how can I minister to friends who are still in that lifestyle? (15:14)Is same-sex marriage condemned only by the Bible? Are there good non-biblical arguments against it? (23:27)

Jul 24, 2023 • 28min
Q&A: Who Created God, the Days of Creation, and Homosexuality
On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (07/24/23), Hank answers the following questions:Since nothing comes from nothing, who created God? (0:45)Are the days of creation in Genesis really thousands of years rather than actual 24-hour periods? (3:04)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)I was involved in the gay lifestyle for many years, but I consider myself a Christian. What is the solution to this struggle? (18:29)

Jul 22, 2023 • 28min
Best of BAM: Old Testament Bride Price, and Q&A
On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast, Hank discusses the objection that many have with the Old Testament’s instructions on bride price. Hank shows how the process and details surrounding this practice actually upheld the honor of marriage to an even higher standard than we have today.Hank also answers the following questions:Is Melchizedek a pre-incarnate appearance of Christ or a type of Christ? (6:29)Can you explain why you disagree with partial preterism? (9:30)What are your thoughts on Theresa Caputo; the Long Island Medium? Where does she get her information from? (15:10)Is Genesis 4:26 mistranslated? Chuck Missler teaches that this should say that people began to profane the name of the Lord instead of calling upon the name of the Lord. (20:00)Doesn’t the command to love our neighbor as ourselves contradict the idea of self-denial? (23:36)

Jul 21, 2023 • 28min
Q&A: Continual Sin, Being Unequally Yoked, and Seventh-Day Adventism
On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (07/21/23), Hank answers the following questions:I am struggling with sin and feel that I have not been fully transformed by God. Does Hebrews 10:26 apply to my continual sinning? (1:18)I recently became a Christian, but I have been living with my boyfriend for years. What advice would you have for me in this situation? (7:01)In Matthew 11, why did John the Baptist ask his disciples to make sure Jesus was the Messiah? (15:10)Can you address the Seventh-Day Adventist view of Revelation chapter 20? They describe the bottomless pit as being the Earth. (19:56)What does the Bible say about drinking alcohol in moderation? (23:27)


