Bible Answer Man Podcast with Hank Hanegraaff

On today's Bible Answer Man broadcast, Hank mentions that today is the last live broadcast for about a week. The studio at CRI is being updated to allow for greater ability to utilize the new digital mediums available. Hank mentions several of the program highlights for the next week. Hank also answers the following questions: What does the Bible say about suicide when extreme suffering, such as my unbearable physical pain, makes going on in life impossible? I have always believed that we each have the choice to follow Christ, or follow the evil in the world. What does the sovereignty of God have to do with this? Does He choose us, or do we choose Him?

On today's Bible Answer Man broadcast, Hank explains that Islam is creeping into the vacuum left in the West, by societies that are crouching into Gomorrah. The West has lost the heart of Christianity, and has embraced secularism. Western cultures are eroding themselves by promoting destructive practices such as abortion and same-sex marriage, while polygamous Muslims are expanding their cultures at an alarming rate. Christians need to pray for a renaissance through the power of the Spirit, and to win back the West to the Lord. Hank also answers the following questions: Do you believe that Melchizedek was actually an appearance of Jesus in the Old Testament? After giving so many failed predictions on the Second Coming of Jesus Christ, why can't the Church just simply proclaim that He will come back when He chooses to come?

On today's Bible Answer Man broadcast, Hank lets his listeners know that much to his delight, the first copies of MUSLIM arrived today. Hank then selectively reads from MUSLIM and discusses the material read. Hank also answers the following questions: Is MUSLIM offered in audio version? Have spiritual gifts ceased, or do they continue today?

On today's Bible Answer Man broadcast, Hank opens the broadcast by announcing his new book, MUSLIM: What You Need to Know About the World's Fastest-Growing Religion. Hank discusses Allah, Muslims, Islam, and the Islamic world view. Hank also answers the following questions: Are there any references to Mohammad prior to his birth, like there were about Jesus prior to His birth? If a human beings are ever successfully cloned, will they each have a spirit and a soul? How can we respond to those who say that the Christian faith has past atrocities, like Islam?

On today's Bible Answer Man broadcast, Hank welcomes back Islamic expert, Raymond Ibrahim to discuss his book Crucified Again: Exposing Islam's New War on Christians. Hank starts by recounting his experience in Iran as a very cordial experience and asks Raymond what we should make of this contradiction between peaceful Muslims and what we see with jihadist groups. Hank and Raymond also discuss the Christian "Golden Age" and what happened in the sixties to change this mindset, the implications of the Battle of Vienna in 1683, and the truth about Saudi Arabia. Hank and Raymond also answers the following questions: Is it accurate to say that Muslim aggression has been constant historically, or does it come in waves depending on how strong western civilization is? Can we view Muslim immigration as a Trojan horse?

On today's Bible Answer Man broadcast, Hank welcomes Dr. Benjamin Wiker to the program. Dr. Wiker is a Senior Fellow at the Veritas Center for Ethics and Public Life, Franciscan University, and Director of Human Life Studies at Franciscan University in Steubenville, OH. He has published twelve books, including, In Defense of Nature.

On today's Bible Answer Man broadcast, Hank opens the broadcast by announcing his new book, MUSLIM: What You Need to Know About the World's Fastest-Growing Religion. Hank discusses Allah, Muslims, Islam, and the Islamic world view. Hank also answers the following questions: Does salvation "kick-in" right away when you believe, or does it take some time? What does the phrase "Mysteries of the Kingdom" mean?

On today's Bible Answer Man broadcast, Hank open the broadcast by mentioning the CRI Resources for this month, A Practical Guide to Culture, by John Stonestreet and Brett Kunkle, and America at the Crossroads, by George Barna, from which he quotes extensively. Hank also answers the following questions: Are there any more apostles or prophets today? Do the biblical statements that Jesus Christ was begotten of God, and that He is the firstborn over all creation mean that He was created?

On today's Bible Answer Man broadcast, Hank discusses the socialist view of the first person who drew boundaries on the ground and said, "This is mine!" Hank then brings into the discussion the actions of Takiyah Thompson, a member of the Workers World Party, a Marxist-Leninist group, who put a noose around the neck of a statue of a confederate soldier and pulled it down. After the statue was toppled, Takiyah proceeded to spit on it. Finally, Hank mentions ANTIFA, a group that has historically opposed Hitler, Mussolini, and the like. Hank watched a video of a protest by ANTIFA in which they called for the dissolution of America. Hank also answers the following questions: If you are truly born again, but struggle with an old besetting sin, will God forgive you? It seems to me that there are provocateurs going to places like Charlottesville with the intention of pushing the protests to a higher, more violent level. What are your thoughts?

On today's Bible Answer Man broadcast, Hank discusses the failures of the Church in culture today. In The Secret, Rhonda Byrne taught the law of attraction. Good thoughts bring good things, bad thoughts bring bad things. Sadly, many Christians have bought into this new-thought metaphysics way of thinking. Christians truly can make a difference in the culture clash by being empowered by the Spirit. Hank also answers the following questions: Joel Osteen is being criticized for not making his church a shelter in the Houston hurricane area. What are your thoughts on this? What is your take on the celebration of such holidays as Christmas, with all its pagan traditions? Although I understand you disagree with Joel Osteen, based on Mark 11:22-24 I believe fervent daily prayer can cause the desired result to come through. What are your thoughts on this? In spite of the negative rhetoric in the news media, the Houston hurricane and the calamities it brought have drawn people together in amazing ways: left and right, black and white. What are your thoughts on this? In our bible study, it appeared to us that Jonah 2 was teaching that Jonah actually died. Is this correct? The thinking that praying good things brings good things seems to shift the power from God to us. Do you agree?

On today's Bible Answer Man broadcast, Hank once again welcomes Dr. Benjamin Wiker to the program. Dr. Wiker is a Senior Fellow at the Veritas Center for Ethics and Public Life, Franciscan University, and Director of Human Life Studies at Franciscan University in Steubenville, OH. He has publisked twelve books, including, In Defense of Nature.

On today's Bible Answer Man broadcast, Hank answers the following questions: Could you explain why some radio stations have dropped you following your conversion to the Orthodox Church? Would the activities in defending the statue of Robert E. Lee in Charlottesville, VA be in violation of Exodus 20:4? Years ago, the Southern Baptist Convention changed their views on women as pastors. Do the scriptures restrict the ministry of women? Could you mention the publication that best expresses the views of the book of Revelation that you hold to? What happened to Matthew after Jesus was crucified?

On today's Bible Answer Man broadcast, Hank welcomes Dr. Benjamin Wiker to the program. Dr. Wiker is a Senior Fellow at the Veritas Center for Ethics and Public Life, Franciscan University, and Director of Human Life Studies at Franciscan University in Steubenville, OH. He has publisked twelve books, including, In Defense of Nature.

On today's Bible Answer Man broadcast,Hank mentions his upcoming speaking engagement at the South Valley Community Church 2017 Reasons to Believe apologetics conference. Hank will be speaking at all three services, Sunday, August 27. Hank also answers the following questions: We recently had a guest speaker at church who is a female pastor. I am concerned about this in view of 1 Timothy 2:11-12. Should I take this to the church as a concern? What did Jesus mean when He said, "...and lead us not into temptation...?" Can you share your thoughts on women pastors in the Church? Is it possible for someone who struggles with sex-addiction to be saved?

On today's Bible Answer Man broadcast, Hank mentions his upcoming speaking engagement this Sunday, at the South Valley Community Church Reasons to Believe 2017 Apologetics Conference in Gilroy (and Hollister) California. Hank also answers the following questions: Is the medical use of marijuana Biblical? The power of the spoken word is causing you to take ownership of your cancer. Please don't do that. Could you make a recommendation for a book on theology? What is the difference between an apostle and a disciple? My husband is a great husband, but is an unbeliever. Do you have any recommended resources that might help me share the reality of God with him? Do you think that Lee Strobel's movie, The Case for Christ would be a good resource for the woman who called earlier? I saw a YouTube video where a preacher was foretelling coming events in September, related to the recent solar eclipse. What are your thoughts on this? How can we tell people to "prepare" for a right relationship with the Lord?