Bible Answer Man Podcast with Hank Hanegraaff

On today's Bible Answer Man broadcast, Hank shares another first: Facebook Live Q&A on the Bible Answer Man Facebook page. The live Q&A went for about an hour. Hank enjoyed the new format, and looks forward to this as a new way to engage and dialogue with his listening audience. Hank also answers the following questions: What is the age of the earth, and who created dinosaurs? Why did God leave room for people to doubt His existence? Could you help me understand David's statement, "I've never see the righteous forsaken or his seed begging bread?" Doesn't the Bible teach that the flood destroyed all life, including dinosaurs? How can you hold an old-earth view in light of scripture? Please discuss the Lake of Fire as a literary device. What do you believe about the Intercontinental Church of God?

On today's Bible Answer Man broadcast, Hank mentions a new first: his first live Facebook Q&A session tomorrow, May 9th at 3PM Eastern time. Tonight at 7:30 PM, Hank will submit to his elders for anointing with oil, and for prayer, in accordance with James 5:14-15. Hank also answers the following questions: What are your thoughts on James 1:27 as he defines true religion? What are your thoughts on the gift of tongues? How was Satan able to have a conversation with Eve in the garden, and did he actually look like a serpent? Can you comment on the record of Elisha's bones in 2 Kings 13:21? Are you familiar with the Grief Recovery Handbook by John W James, and do you have any resources on this topic? Why have you gone Orthodox and what are the scriptural conflicts with that? Can Satan or the demons command and control the natural world around us?

On today's Bible Answer Man broadcast, Hank points out that Bill Nye has raised his rhetoric to a new level by suggesting that parents should be financially penalized for having too many children. Hank also addresses works and salvation by quoting from the book of James. Hank also answers the following questions: In john 1, the priests came to find out who John was. Who are they talking about when they ask John if he is the prophet? What does it mean to say that Christ fulfilled the law? I've heard you say that forgiveness takes "two" people. Could you address this? Is asking forgiveness an integral part of being saved? You use a word when there is something in the bible that is beyond explanation. What is that word? What are your thoughts on Elevation Church and Steven Furtick? How are you going to reconcile your beliefs with the teachings of the Orthodox Church? What was the number one thing that brought you to Orthodoxy?

On today's Bible Answer Man broadcast, Hank endorses J. Warner Wallace's book, Forensic Faith, the CRI special resource for May. Hank posted a health update to the Bible Answer Man Facebook page today. Hank has been diagnosed with Mantle Cell Lymphoma, a rare cancer. Hank also answers the following questions: What comes first--baptism or salvation? I just wanted to say concerning your health issue, if the Lord takes you to it, He'll take you through it. Would you discuss the Mary issue? I am reading your book Afterlife. When Jesus was crucified, did He die spiritually? Was He separated from the Father? Do you have a response to Dr. James White's criticism of you? Why don't we hear more about the saints who rose following Jesus' crucifixion? Why would people question Jesus' resurrection since these other saints rose again? Can you explain who Jesus is speaking of in Matthew 7:21?

On today's Bible Answer Man broadcast, Hank encourages his listeners to go to the Bible Answer Man Facebook and like it. The Bible Answer Man page can be found at https://www.facebook.com/BibleAnswerManBroadcast/. Hank also discusses the history of the National Day of Prayer. Hank also answers the following questions: How do we explain to someone that God chose Jesus alone as the way of salvation? Sometimes the Bible refers to books that are not in the Bible. Should we try to find those books and read them? How much one-on-one time will we have with Jesus when He comes again? Does Satan know he will be defeated? How can your beliefs now be the same as codified in your books? Are you familiar with Indigo Children? How can we witness to them? How does the doctrine of eternal security affect our manner of life and salvation? What are some of the best ways to preach to and teach young people as they grow? Why did God honor men in the Bible when they had more than one wife? Would He do that today?

On today's Bible Answer Man broadcast, Hank discloses that he has dipped his toe into digital media outlets such a Facebook and Twitter. In addition to live, call-in questions, Hank will be answering Facebook questions as well. Hank also discusses an article he read on NPR regarding Max--a 13-year-old who is considered to be a-gender, neither male nor female. According to the NPR article, Max must not be addressed as he, or she, but as they. Hank also answers the following questions: I feel disconnected and unable to worship. What advice could you give me? Is there any particular translation of Scripture that you feel is superior over the others? Do you have any resources on your website on this topic? Why doesn't God heal me of OCD? Please help me explain the virgin birth to Muslims. My question is about a book that was given to me called The Way of the Heart by Jayem. Have you heard of this book and what are your thoughts about it? Must proper biblical interpretation come through an authority, such as the Eastern Orthodox church, or can I be saved while interpreting it for myself?

On today's Bible Answer Man broadcast, Hank shares that the online listenership at equip.org is way up--the live program by 70%, and the archived programs by even more. Also, Hank completed his first vlog today, which will be available soon as "Hank Unplugged." Hank also answers the following questions: How can Hank defend a church that denies Jesus' penal substitutionary atonement for the sins of humanity? Our church is becoming more deeply involved with Bill Johnson and the Bethel Church in Redding, California. Do you have any advice for me? What's the best way to show in love, what the New Testament teaches about the true people of God? What is the best way to show my brother-in-law the errors of the Mormon Church.

On today's Bible Answer Man broadcast, Hank shared that he had a bone marrow biopsy, the results of which are due on Friday. Hank also mentioned an article he read in the Charlotte Observer that discusses a Christian college requiring teachers to sign a pledge opposing same-sex marriage and abortion. Hank also answers the following questions: How accurate is the movie The Young Messiah? The Orthodox church does not believe that Adam's sin is imputed to his descendants. Do you believe this as well? I have been doing an in-depth study of the power of the tongue and speaking in 1 Corinthians 2:6-16. How can I know which things God is teaching? Is it true that the Jehovah's Witnesses have had prophecies through the years that have not come true? Isn't it also true that the Bible teaches that one failed prophecy is all it takes to disqualify a prophet? What is the actual Biblical meaning when Paul says women must be silent in the church?

On today's Bible Answer Man broadcast, Hank reads an encouraging letter from a supporter, Eric, expressing his continued support for Hank and CRI. Eric and his wife Kris adopted a frozen embryo (Snowflake # 94). When their child was born, they named her Alysse. Hank met Alysse in 2015, when she was 9 years old. Hank also answers the following questions: Can you help me understand Paul's reference to angels in 1 Corinthians 11:10? Do you know anything about Pastor David F. Middleton and the Jesus Is Lord church in Peoria, AZ? Also, are David Jeremiah, Michael Youssef, and Charles Stanley people I should listen to? Are angels looking over us on our behalf, like a guardian angel? I've always believed that salvation is like a light switch. Once it's on, it's always on forever. In 1 Corinthians 1:18 I understand that the Greek word indicates "being saved" rather than a point in time. Could you help to explain this? What would you say are the top three ways to dispute the doctrine of the pre-tribulational Rapture? Is it unbiblical for couples who cannot have children to use medical science to have them? Is it a problem that there are so many denominations, and how can we decide which ones are good? What is your opinion of the Roman Catholic and the Eastern Orthodox churches?

On today's Bible Answer Man broadcast, Hank discusses the article, "People trust science, so why don't they believe it?" Too often, scientists approach their data with faulty paradigms. Hank also answers the following questions: Why didn't Jesus usher in the Messianic kingdom where the lion will lie down with the lamb? When Jesus told Peter He would build His church, was He referring to the Catholic Church? What do you think of doctor assisted death? Does it strike you as odd that my friend died in an elderly care center? Although I am a Protestant, I see value in the Orthodox church. Are scientific paradigms deflecting from the true message of the Bible? Since Christ has all power, will Satan have the ability to empower the Anti-Christ? I've heard you speak against Zionism. Why is it dangerous for me to believe that Israel still has a significant future?

On today's Bible Answer Man broadcast, Hank points out that Bill Nye has raised his rhetoric to a new level by suggesting that parents should be financially penalized for having too many children. Hank also addresses works and salvation by quoting from the book of James. Hank also answers the following questions: In john 1, the priests came to find out who John was. Who are they talking about when they ask John if he is the prophet? What does it mean to say that Christ fulfilled the law? In the early verses in Genesis 9, God expands the food sources for mankind. What is your take on those verses? The Church of Christ church I attend does not play music. What are your thoughts on this? Could there be someone like Enoch today? During creation week, when was Satan created? Were the angels created during creation week, or before? Recognizing God said go and sin no more, what happens if a person chooses to resume sinning?

On today's Bible Answer Man broadcast, Hank filled in some of the details swirling around in his life, including his health issues. Hank also read a portion of a letter he received from Troy Miller, president of National Religious Broadcasters TV (NRBTV). Hank also answers the following questions: What is going on? What changes have you made that you are talking about? Can you explain Melchizedek? Have you heard of Bethel Church and Bill Johnson? What is the reason for denominations? What are your thoughts on Elevation Church and Steven Furtick? How are you going to reconcile your beliefs with the teachings of the Orthodox Church? What was the number one thing that brought you to Orthodoxy?

On today's Bible Answer Man broadcast, Hank recounts the challenges both he, and CRI have faced over the past two weeks. Hank also answers the following questions: What are your thoughts about a church that does not believe in the Trinity? I've heard you say that forgiveness takes "two" people. Could you address this? Is asking forgiveness an integral part of being saved? You use a word when there is something in the bible that is beyond explanation. What is that word? As a supporter of CRI, I feel like a stockholder. Could you explain to me the recent changes that occurred in your life and at CRI?

On today's Bible Answer Man broadcast, Hank reminds listeners that the current issue of the CHRISTIAN RESEARCH JOURNAL is available to all who support the ministry of CRI. The current issue includes two very insightful articles on C. S. Lewis. Millennials are leaving the Christianity in record numbers. At the same time, Big Business has come down dogmatically on the LGBTQ side of the culture war. In other words, this is no longer the country of your parents and grandparents. Hank also discusses the CHRISTIAN RESEARCH JOURNAL article, "The Abolition of Man Today," with Dr. Adam C. Pelser, associate professor of Philosophy at the U. S. Airforce Academy in Colorado.

On today's Bible Answer Man broadcast, Hank starts the broadcast by addressing the question, Have I "Left the Christian Faith"? Hank also answers the following questions: I am thinking of leaving the Roman Catholic church and joining the Orthodox church. Could you provide any evidence against the supremacy of the Pope? What are your thoughts about Jews today rejecting Jesus Christ? I need some clarification as to why the Jews will rebuild a temple in Jerusalem during the Millennium. Would you clarify for me the differences between the Orthodox church and Roman Catholicism? Is there are particular verse in scripture that we can look to in order to say who is in the faith and who is not? What did Jesus mean when He said the days would be shortened for the sake of the elect?