Bible Answer Man Podcast with Hank Hanegraaff

On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (05/23/25), Hank comments on why theistic evolution is the worst of all possibilities on the issue of the origin of life.Hank also answers the following questions:What is the significance of the transfiguration? Significance of Moses and Elijah appearing as opposed to two angels? Edward - Louisville, KY (4:07)Is Isaiah 65:17-25 talking about the millennium? Could there be death in the millennium? Nathan - Tampa, FL (7:07)Can you clarify the words “kind” and “species” regarding evolution? Richard - St. Louis, MO (15:11)Is it possible that Paul would not have conceived of homosexual practice as we know it today to be a sin? Richard - St. Louis, MO (20:15)

On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (05/22/25), Hank answers the following questions:If certain verses in Scripture that aren’t in the oldest manuscripts, why are they still in our modern Bibles? Roger - Modesto, CA (0:47)A guy was asking me about Christianity. He wondered why so many laws are put here to keep humanity in check. Can you help? Matt - Charlotte, NC (5:35)I want to do what is right concerning tithing. I have been giving 10%. I think I should tithe off my gross. How do I go about giving tithes? Chris - Wake Forest, NC (7:15)What is the true meaning of “It is easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle than for a rich person to enter the kingdom of heaven”? When are we considered “rich”? Ron - Los Vegas, NV (15:13)Can you recommend some of your books that will help me study the Bible? Steve - Seattle, WA (20:59)Can you explain the three-day journey into the desert in Exodus 5:3? Was Moses lying to Pharaoh about this? AJ - Murray, UT (23:15)

On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (05/21/25), Hank answers the following questions:Is Hebrews 11:39-40 applicable to Christians? Will we be face to face with Jesus? Will we not get a second chance? Rusty - Denver, CO (0:55)Matthew 24:24 and Mark 13:22 tell of a false Christ performing signs and wonders. Do these false signs and wonders have anything to do with Revelation 13:13? Lana - Vallejo, CA (5:06)James 1:13 says God cannot be tempted, but Jesus was tempted in the wilderness by Satan. Can you explain this? Justin - Tulsa, OK (15:11)Is the bronze serpent that Moses raised in the desert a type of Christ on the cross? Marie - Cypress, TX (19:42)If someone commits suicide, will they be condemned to hell? Will God judge them on an individual basis? Jose - Philadelphia, PA (24:10)

On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (05/20/25), Hank answers the following questions:Where did the woman come from whom Cain married? Bruce - Tulsa, OK (0:52)My friend said that their church experienced a “glory cloud.” What is this? Rene - Edmonton, AB (4:46)Did Jesus condemn homosexuality? Justin - Leewood, KS (6:23)Can a person who murdered another without any witnesses go to heaven? Jim - Cheryl, MT (15:10)What happens to the soul of an unbeliever after death? Jahira - Brooklyn, NY (20:23)If Satan isn’t omnipresent, and he cannot be everywhere, how does he have control over all the fallen angels? Rita - Nashville, TN (23:08)

On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (05/19/25), Hank answers the following questions:Are dinosaurs mentioned in the Bible? And where do they come from? How do I respond to skeptics who bring them up? Davey - Blairstown, NJ (0:56)How do we discern God’s voice from our conscience? Brandon - Clinton Township, MI (6:44)Do you believe the events in the Book of Revelation have already happened? Dan - Renton, WA (15:12)Skeptics always raise the issue of the age of the Earth. Could God have created the Earth with the appearance of age? Rob - St. Louis, MO (23:07)

On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast, Hank shares the impact of how one man can have upon a culture, noting the examples of the influence Confucius and Watchman Nee had upon China and the West.Hank answers the following questions:If the mark of the Beast is a parody of the mark of the Lamb, how do we explain the inability to buy or sell in Revelation 13:17? Roger - Modesto, CA (6:03)Does Isaiah 53:2 teach that Christ’s physical appearance is homely and unattractive? Clark - Kerrville, TX (15:46)When we have our new bodies in the new earth, will the law of entropy be repealed so that things will not wear out? Debra - New Haven, MO (19:16)Do you believe that those who go to hell will consciously suffer for eternity? Is the morality of laws on Earth different than God’s morality? Tim - Calgary, AB (21:55)

On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (05/16/25), Hank answers the following questions:What’s your take on modern-day resurrection stories? Guy - Gettysburg, PA (0:47)Why do Joshua and Samuel refer to the Book of Jasher? Was it inspired by God? Jim - Shreveport, LA (7:22)Is it okay to pray to Jesus, or must we only pray to the Father? Adam - Fresno, CA (9:06)Is it possible to learn essential truth from a heretic such as Joyce Meyer? Jenny - Front Royal, VA (15:11)Can you give me an in-depth overview of Mormonism and the Church of Christ? Beauford - Kansas City, MO (18:25)Are ghosts real? Can a demon possess a Christian? Nathan - Memphis, TN (23:22)

On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (05/15/25), Hank offers a response to the question, “Did hippos evolve into whales?”Hank also answers the following questions:Does Proverbs 18:20-21 correspond to Word of Faith teachings? Can we speak things upon ourselves? Emmanuel - Cincinnati, OH (3:38)Is John 14:1-3 a rapture verse? What is the interpretation of this verse? Chuck - St. Louis, MO (8:36)What resource would you recommend to an eighty-two-year-old atheist, mathematician, and physicist? MC - Nashville, TN (15:13)What is the difference between soul and spirit? Can one have a soul, but lack a spirit? Mike - Olive Branch, MS (20:53)Is smoking a sin? Why am I having a hard time breaking the habit? Steven - Battlefield, MO (23:21)

On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (05/14/25), Hank talks on the essential elements of Genesis 1 and 2.Hank also answers the following questions:I was discussing Jesus with my Buddhist father-in-law. He asked how I know Jesus is pure if we do not know His whole history. What are your thoughts? Chad - Orangeville, CA (3:56)In 1 Samuel 15:11, how could God be disappointed in Saul if He knew that Saul would disappoint Him? Chad - Orangeville, CA (7:57)What is the sin that leads to death in 1 John 5:16-17? Irwin - Jackson, MS (15:12)Romans 6:23 indicates the wages of sin is death, so what sin does not lead to death? Irwin - Jackson, MS (16:35)What is your view of election? Who are the elect? Sean - St. Louis, MO (18:12)God’s curse upon the serpent sounds like He is speaking to an animal. Is it possible that Satan possessed an actual serpent to tempt Eve? Pam - Due West, SC (19:51)How did the human race propagate from Adam and Eve? Did Adam and Eve’s children marry each other? Ann - Davenport, OK (24:21)

On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (05/13/25), Hank answers the following questions:Can you explain what “this generation” means in Matthew 24? Did Christ already come to gather His elect? James - Richmond, VA (0:55)Are the events depicted in the Book of Revelation forthcoming? James - Richmond, VA (7:07)To what degree should a woman submit to her husband in an abusive marriage until he submits to Christ? Mary - Abilene, TX (9:07)Aren’t those who are divorced committing adultery according to Matthew 5:32? Don - Creston, IA (15:41)What was Leviathan in Job 41? The Leviathan being compared to Satan? Collin - Hastings, NE (21:24)What do you know about Lawrence M. Krauss? Could you expose his fallacy? Thomas - Lincoln, NE (23:53)

On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (05/12/25), we present a special Mother’s Day edition with questions focused on parenting issues:What is the “rod” and its relationship to correcting a child in Proverbs 23:13? Christopher - Washington, DC (0:41)What movies should Christians watch? Are fantasy films like Twilight or Harry Potter OK? Rachel - Billings, MT (3:47)Can you invite a demonic presence into your home by watching certain movies? Rachel - Billings, MT (7:12)Did Jesus know He was going to be crucified when He was a little boy? Cameron - CA (7:52)I had an abortion when I was sixteen. I feel now that it was the wrong decision. Will children who were aborted be in heaven? Michelle - KS (15:11)How was God created? Katie - Mesa, AZ (19:21)

On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast, Hank talks about the prevalent misperception in popular culture that heaven is going to be one big bore.Hank also answers the following questions:What does the last trumpet refer to in 1 Corinthians 15:51-52? Anthony - St. Louis, MO (4:40)I’ve struggled with sexual sin. A friend suggested that I am suffering from encounters with incubus and succubus demons. Are these real demonic beings? Darwin - St. Louis, MO (15:12)Is it ok to tithe to an organization instead of a church? Matt - Augusta, ME (17:55)Do you think that Scripture is designed in such a way that those who choose to reject it will find reason to do so? Joe - Robbinsville, NJ (21:06)Is the Seventh-day Adventist Church a cult, and do they line up with Galatians 1:7-9? Myron - Leland, NC (23:53)

On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (05/09/25), Hank answers the following questions:In Matthew 24:31 and Matthew 13:31, what is meant by the angels gathering the elect? Cody - Moses Lake, WA (1:22)Is To Heaven and Back by Mary C. Neal correct about the afterlife? Brian - Atlanta, GA (7:49)Is it acceptable for churches to use debit or credit card kiosks for tithes and offerings? Karen - Ormond Beach, FL (15:11)Will there be procreation in heaven? Shawn - Nashville, TN (18:58)Has the great tribulation in Matthew 24 happened in the early church? JD - Richmond, VA (21:19)Do you know anything about the Book of Enoch? Are the angels that came down to lay with women the same angels that fell with Satan? Bob - Gastonia, NC (24:45)

On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (05/08/25), Hank answers the following questions:Why do we only honor nine out of the ten commandments and consider the fourth commandment the only one that is no good? Tony - St. Louis, MO (0:53)Is Acts a book that we can derive doctrine from? Can we receive the Holy Spirit by the laying of hands? Larry - Long Beach, CA (3:07)In Proverbs 8:13, are pride and arrogance the same? Benny - Richmond, BC (7:06)Will Christians be accountable to the Lord for saying perverse speech? Benny - Richmond, BC (9:54)What is your opinion of artists who draw live nude models as subjects? Dan - Calgary, AB (15:13)What is your view of the moving of the spirit and modern apostolic and prophetic voices in the church today? Wayne - St. Paul, MN (16:33)Is it possible that the future Antichrist is going to be of the Muslim faith? David - Coco, FL (21:47)I was not a good person. I feel like I owe the world to do right. Am I supposed to feel this way? David - Coco, FL (24:07)

On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (05/07/25), Hank answers the following questions:Where is it written in Scripture that the books of the Bible were inspired in that order and exact collection? Was the assembly of the Bible inspired? Keith - Las Vegas, NV (0:56)Is there going to be a covenant fulfilled in the end times with the children of Israel being reformed from the original twelve tribes? Mike - Moorestown, TN (5:07)Is “Israel” just a name for God’s chosen people, not the actual Israel race of people? Mike - Moorestown, TN (9:09)Does Isaiah 53:2 teach that Christ’s physical appearance is homely and unattractive? Clark - Kerrville, TX (15:46)When we have our new bodies in the new earth, will the law of entropy be repealed so that things will not wear out? Debra - New Haven, MO (19:16)Do you believe that those who go to hell will consciously suffer for eternity? Is the morality of laws on Earth different than God’s morality? Tim - Calgary, AB (21:55)

On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (05/06/25), Hank shares the impact of how one man can have upon a culture, noting the examples of the influence Confucius and Watchman Nee had upon China and the West.Hank answers the following questions:If the mark of the Beast is a parody of the mark of the Lamb, how do we explain the inability to buy or sell in Revelation 13:17? Roger - Modesto, CA (6:03)I am reading Matthew 5:27. Some say it is not to be taken literally, but a condition of the heart. What is the difference between fornication, sexual sin, and adultery? Julie - Lindon, WA (15:12)My friend had a dream about being choked by a snake, and he saw angels who spoke words he didn’t understand. Does this mean something? Nathan - Memphis, TN (20:22)Do passages regarding the Sabbath, such as Genesis 2:2-3, Exodus 16, and Luke 23 say that it is just rest in Jesus? Keenan - Morristown, TN (23:13)

On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (05/05/25), Hank answers the following questions:I am a young Earth creationist. I am having trouble resolving starlight reaching Earth from billions of light-years away. Keith - Reno, NV (1:02)Can you explain the distinctions between the three in the Trinity? I find it wrong to pray to Jesus instead of thanking God for Jesus. Nathan - Newcastle, CO (5:53)A childhood friend came out and has been in a homosexual relationship for the last eight years. I did not condone her lifestyle, but she rejected it as being unloving. How do I keep loving my friend? Andrea - Tyler, TX (15:10)I heard your explanation on the sons of God and daughters of men in Genesis 6. Can you clarify how angels can or cannot interact with people physically? Did Jacob not wrestle with an angel? Timothy - Houston, TX (21:32)

On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast, Hank explains why we need to pray even though God already knows what we need.Hank also answers the following questions:Can you explain the idea of being absent from the body, present with the Lord? Brandon - Oakland, CA (3:21)Do you know anything about the Institute of Divine Metaphysical Research? Rick - Springfield, MO (6:48)I have a hard time trying to understand the Trinity. Why can’t I get an understanding from a church? Rick - Springfield, MO (8:37)Why did God permit Samuel to come back and speak to Saul when he went to the medium of Endor? Richard - Braselton, GA (15:12)Is listening to an audio Bible the same as reading the Bible? Roy - Concordia, KS (17:06)Why did the Jews stop temple sacrifices if they did not accept Jesus as the ultimate sacrifice? Rebecca - Oklahoma City, OK (20:37)What is your opinion of the books and ministry of Rick Joyner and Benny Hinn? Umbaga - Raleigh, NC (22:16)What are the distinctions of the Apostolic Church, Pentecostal Holiness Church, and Oneness Pentecostalism? Myron - Leland, NC (24:03)

On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (05/02/25), Hank answers the following questions:Which view of the Millennium do you believe is correct: Premillennialism, Postmillennialism, or Amillennialism? Ernest - Temple Hills, MD (1:00)Do Amillennialists believe that the millennium is happening right now? Do they believe evangelism is still a mission? Ernest - Temple Hills, MD (2:41)I believe that God will renew the universe back to its original state prior to the fall. Would society be like it is now, but without sin? Keith - Las Vegas, NV (5:45)If we were to be fruitful and multiply in eternity, would we eventually develop new technologies to explore the universe? Keith - Las Vegas, NV (8:20)What happens to unbelievers who die in war? Will they have another chance to accept Jesus? What if they haven’t heard the Gospel? June - St. Charles, MO (16:03)God will judge the living and the dead at the Second Coming. The dead are currently in either Heaven or Hell. Will they be judged again? Amber - Leslie, MO (20:31)Do you believe there will be an Antichrist at the end of time? Stephen - Winston-Salem, NC (22:43)Does Revelation 2:20 and Acts 15:20 prohibit certain foods? Are not all foods permissible? Stephen - Winston-Salem, NC (24:41)

On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (05/01/25), Hank answers the following questions:What is the practical application of Proverbs 19:21? How do you juggle all of your responsibilities while raising a family? Daniel - Brooklyn, NY (0:55)How can I address a Jehovah’s Witness couple on the New World Translation rendering of John 1:1 and the identity of the 144,000? Dan - Seattle, WA (3:42)I am a 20-year-old college student. I am a Christian. I keep struggling with sexual sin. Scott - Kearney, MO (15:12)I love God, but it is difficult to truly understand forgiveness and accept it. What are your thoughts? Scott - Kearney, MO (16:42)Can people be saved after the Rapture? Tina - Henderson, TX (18:12)My 33-year-old son has abandoned his Christian upbringing. How do I talk to him without preaching to him? Dan - Gig Harbor, WA (23:02)