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."
On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (02/16/26), Hank reflects on the words of one of the great presidents of the United States of America, George Washington. Every February we celebrate Presidents Day, a holiday that originated as Washington’s Birthday in 1885. Hank seeks to answer the question, “Why celebrate Presidents Day today—nearly 300 years after Washington’s birth on February 22, 1732?” There are some obvious reasons. Washington was, of course, our first president. He served as commander-in-chief of colonial armies during the American Revolution. He set the standard for all presidents that would follow in his train. He was a man of great personal integrity. He famously established the maxim that liberty is greater than any singular individual. And, Hank’s favorite reason for celebrating this holiday, he is eminently quotable. “It is better to live alone than in bad company.” “Be courteous to all, but intimate with few, and let those few be well tried before you give them your confidence.” “All I am I owe to my mother. I attribute my success in life to the moral, intellectual, and physical education I received from her.” These quotes from George Washington show that he was a president who knew the Bible, as they all echo what is taught in Holy Scripture.
2/16/26 • 28:01
On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast, Hank interviews William Lane Craig about his book On Guard, a great resource for equipping you to defend your faith.Hank also answers the following questions:Isn’t the word “apologetics” a poor choice for designating the defense of the faith for sounding like we are apologizing? John - St. Louis, MO (15:13)Is there evidence for the resurrection and the martyrdom of the disciples that I can show to my skeptic friend? Israel - El Paso, TX (16:54)At what age do we become accountable for our sins? Andrea - Springfield, MO (20:49)
2/14/26 • 28:01
On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (02/13/26), Hank discusses the origins of Valentine’s Day, looking at the Orthodox Church’s veneration of Saint Valentine, the Presbyter from Rome, for his martyrdom, and, as for all its saints, honors St. Valentine as a model of life in Christ. According to The Oxford Dictionary of the Christian Church, the traditional association of St. Valentine’s Day with courtship is likely connected with certain customs of the pagan festival Lupercalia. If so, this would be another example of Christians usurping a pagan holiday and Christianizing it for the glory of Christ.Hank also answers the following questions:Why didn’t God actualize the angels in righteousness before they fell? Crystal - Kansas City, KS (15:39)Since Paul in 1 Corinthians 1:10 says there should not be divisions amongst believers, what does this say about all the different denominations within the body of Christ today? Jessie - IA (17:09)Could you explain the story of the fish with a coin in its mouth in Matthew 17:24-27? Gus - Oklahoma City, OK (20:06)Would the command to obey the government in Romans chapter 13 apply to Sharia law? Cameron - OK (21:51)
2/13/26 • 28:01
On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (02/12/26), Hank answers the following questions:Can you address Abraham’s bosom, the resurrection, and the saints raised in Matthew 27? Sal - Cleveland, OH (2:44)How to respond to a skeptic who asks, “If predestination in Romans 8:29-30 and Ephesians 1:45 is true, what is the purpose of going to church?” Robbie - Paintsville, KY (15:12)What is the age of the Earth? Dennis - CO (19:34)My neighbor shot his wife, then committed suicide. Will he go to heaven or hell? Marion - Cambridge, MA (21:38)
2/12/26 • 28:01
On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (02/11/26), Hank continues the interview with Joel Kramer of Living Hope Ministries on the problems with the theological claims of the Book of Mormon.Hank and Joel also answer the following questions and comments:Since there are lots of scientific problems with the Old Testament, why do you ignore that and only look at the problems with the Book of Mormon? Nick - Pittsburgh, PA (7:17)All I hear you say is to go to man for answers. As a Mormon, we read the Book of Mormon and the Bible, and pray to Heavenly Father for answers. Tim - Las Vegas, NV (18:04)DNA testing is a good idea. Were DNA tests done on Native South Americans? Jay - ME (23:43)
2/11/26 • 28:01
On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (02/10/26), Hank Hanegraaff interviews Joel Kramer with Living Hope Ministries, as they discuss the problems with the theological claims of the Book of Mormon.Hank and Joel address the following comment:When I read the Book of Mormon, it brings me closer to Christ as my Savior. Steve - Liberty Lake, WA (15:58)
2/10/26 • 28:01
On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (02/09/26), Hank answers the following questions:Why would God command the killing of children in the divine judgment carried out by Joshua? J.R. - Oklahoma City, OK (0:53)What happens to the soul after death? Relatives tell me the soul of the dead can physically interact with the living. Can you help me with this? Greg - Mission, KS (19:30)Luke mentions two thieves crucified with Christ; one mocked the Lord, but the other defended Him. However, Matthew and Mark state that both mocked Christ. How to resolve this apparent contradiction? Jonathan - Memphis, TN (24:14)
2/9/26 • 28:01
On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast, Hank addresses the Book of Jonah and whether the prophet was actually swallowed by a whale.Hank also answers the following questions:Will the Twelve Tribes have bearing on the end times? Were they annihilated? Bob - Fresno, CA (4:28)Can you address John Hagee’s teaching on the camel going through the eye of the needle? Jason - Wild Wood, TX (7:26)Can you address the fundamentals of the Pentecostal faith and the baptism of the Holy Spirit? Edward - Winnipeg, MB (15:11)My pastor noted that he now denies the divinity of Jesus and that he was influenced by Marcus Borg. Are you familiar with him? David - Burlington, NC (18:35)What happens to our spirit after the body dies? Is it bad to look forward to dying to meet the Lord? David - Modesto, CA (22:48)
2/7/26 • 28:01
On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (02/06/26), Hank brings up how tolerance is being redefined to mean that all views are equally valid and all lifestyles are equally appropriate. As such, the notion that Jesus is the only way is vilified as the epitome of intolerance.Hank also answers the following questions:Does the child being born and a rebirth of a nation in Isaiah 66:7-8 refer to the formation of modern-day Israel? Joe - Sioux City, IA (4:24)I am a divorcee, and I remarried another divorcee. Are we living in sin? Dianna - Kansas City, MO (15:15)Are we going to actually live upon Earth after the Judgment? Casey - Hamilton, MS (17:55)Jesus tells the thief he will be in paradise in Luke 23:43. What happens when we die? Do we sleep? Chad - Chapman, KS (20:28)
2/6/26 • 28:01
On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (02/05/26), Hank answers the following questions:How is the new covenant different from the old covenant? Christopher - MI (1:03)What about the Christian practice of holy yoga? Tom - Nashville, TN (5:45)Why did Paul tell Timothy to be circumcised but not Titus? Tony - St. Louis, MO (18:08)What is the “perfect” mentioned in 1 Corinthians 13:10? Tony - St. Louis, MO (19:18)Are there still people who can speak in tongues and prophesy? Tony - St. Louis, MO (20:29)Can you help me understand the Word of Faith movement? Wayne - Jacksonville, FL (21:58)
2/5/26 • 28:01
On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (02/04/26), Hank interviews Dick Staub on his book, The Culturally Savvy Christian.
2/4/26 • 28:01
On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (02/03/26), Hank answers the following questions:You have amazing knowledge; how did you manage to learn all that you know? Jerry - Wichita, KS (0:47)I am scared about Islam. Is it a religion or a cult? Jerry - Wichita, KS (2:16)Where does the Bible forbid sex and conceiving children prior to marriage? Katrina - Memphis, TN (6:15)Regarding Joseph Smith’s first vision, is it not unlike Paul’s vision of Christ on the road to Damascus? Nathan - CA (9:49)My friend participates in deliverance meetings. What are your thoughts? Jeff - Kansas City, KS (15:13)I need to find God’s will for my life. I drive a truck and find myself unable to attend church. I feel like I am left out of the Kingdom. Jim - Los Angeles, CA (20:43)Should I stop interacting with an alcoholic person, or continue ministering to them? Keith - Wichita, KS (23:18)
2/3/26 • 28:01
On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (02/02/26), Hank interviews William Lane Craig about his book On Guard, a great resource for equipping you to defend your faith.Hank also answers the following questions:Isn’t the word “apologetics” a poor choice for designating the defense of the faith for sounding like we are apologizing? John - St. Louis, MO (15:13)Is there evidence for the resurrection and the martyrdom of the disciples that I can show to my skeptic friend? Israel - El Paso, TX (16:54)At what age do we become accountable for our sins? Andrea - Springfield, MO (20:49)
2/2/26 • 28:01
On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (01/19/26), Hank shares on how to find a good church.Hank also answers the following questions:I started attending a new church with my son. The pastor supports the ordination of homosexuals. Should we leave? James - Pittsburgh, PA (3:20)Can you explain women praying with head coverings in 1 Corinthians 11? Lisa - OH (15:12)Why did God accept Abel’s offering but not Cain’s offering? Lisa - OH (17:33)Is the New Jerusalem totally new or a renovated Earth? In Genesis, was water the first thing that existed? Juanita - OH (18:21)Are all traces of the demonic births in Genesis 6 wiped off the face of the Earth, or are there still giants? Juanita - OH (22:07)Is there more than one baptism of the Holy Spirit? Leonard - Garden City, KS (24:33)
1/31/26 • 28:01
On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (01/30/26), Hank answers the following questions:If I prayed for help from the Devil in the past, what does that mean for me now? Joe - Tulsa, OK (0:52)I used to study the Bible with Jehovah’s Witnesses. What is the biblical belief about the new heaven and new earth? Gary - BC (4:56)How do I find the faith I had as a child? Alan - Charlotte, NC (15:10)
1/30/26 • 28:01
On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (01/29/26), Hank answers the following questions:Does a person go to hell for committing suicide? Stuart - MS (0:54)How do dinosaurs coincide with the Bible? What about the Behemoths? Troy - Detroit, MI (7:04)What can you tell me about Jentezen Franklin? Virginia - Queens, NY (17:01)Is there a significance to the use of the word “was” in John 1:1? Tim - St. Louis, MO (19:07)Will God hold people to vows and oaths for pledges made to false teachers? Jim - Kansas City, MO (21:19)I was tithing to a church, but the pastor kept coming in with nice new suits and a new car, so I left. Is there another way to tithe? Shawn - Topeka, KS (22:43)
1/29/26 • 28:01
On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (01/28/26), Hank shares on being fearfully and wonderfully made in Psalm 139, and how those opposing legislation restricting abortion are not pro-choice but pro-murder.Hank also answers the following questions:Matthew 5:28 says, “Anyone who looks at a woman lustfully has already committed adultery with her in his heart.” Would this be grounds for divorce? Gary - Springfield, MO (4:29)Can you address the fundamentals of the Pentecostal faith and the baptism of the Holy Spirit? Edward - Winnipeg, MB (15:11)My pastor noted that he now denies the divinity of Jesus and that he was influenced by Marcus Borg. Are you familiar with him? David - Burlington, NC (18:35)What happens to our spirit after the body dies? Is it bad to look forward to dying to meet the Lord? David - Modesto, CA (22:48)
1/28/26 • 28:01
On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (01/27/26), Hank addresses the Book of Jonah and whether the prophet was actually swallowed by a whale.Hank also answers the following questions:Will the Twelve Tribes have bearing on the end times? Were they annihilated? Bob - Fresno, CA (4:24)Can you address John Hagee’s teaching on the camel going through the eye of the needle? Jason - Wild Wood, TX (7:24)Where did all the different races come from? Travis - MI (15:11)Is it okay to work on Sundays to help pay off debt? John - Greenville, SC (19:34)A church elder and member live together, and I am concerned that they are in a homosexual relationship. How should I address this? Mike - Yorkville, TN (23:56)
1/27/26 • 28:01
On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (01/26/26), Hank answers the following questions:We found out that our child, who was due in a few months, is nonviable. Is it morally acceptable to induce early labor, or should I continue the pregnancy? Samantha - Winston-Salem, NC (0:59)I’ve come across a lot of pantomime performances in churches. Do you think this is acceptable? Harris - Philadelphia, PA (15:13)Do you have any concerns with the use of temperament tests? Todd - Anaheim, CA (21:21)
1/26/26 • 28:01
On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast, Hank addresses whether the days of creation in Genesis 1 are literal, long, or literary.Hank also answers the following questions:How is it in Genesis 1 that light and the planet Earth are made before the sun, moon, and stars? Brian - Omaha, NE (5:42)What is the difference between Mormonism and Christianity? Tim - MA (15:11)What is the biblical view of alcohol? Marvin - Sioux City, IA (16:51)Where do we come up with the Trinity? Phillip - New Port, FL (19:09)I am a Christian in a relationship with a Muslim. What does the Bible say about that? Jackie - NJ (23:27)
1/24/26 • 28:01
On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (01/23/26), Hank answers the following questions:What are the major fallacies of the Jehovah’s Witness religion? Troy - Kansas City, KS (0:50)What about God being timeless and linear, so God the Father created the Son and through His crucifixion the Holy Spirit was given to us? Don - Kansas City, KS (4:18)How can the Lord send non-physical demons into physical pigs? Kevin - Charlotte, NC (9:03)Can you explain women praying with head coverings in 1 Corinthians 11? Lisa - OH (15:12)Why did God accept Abel’s offering but not Cain’s offering? Lisa - OH (17:33)Is the New Jerusalem totally new or a renovated Earth? In Genesis, was water the first thing that existed? Juanita - OH (18:21)Are all traces of the demonic births in Genesis 6 wiped off the face of the Earth, or are there still giants? Juanita - OH (22:07)Is there more than one baptism of the Holy Spirit? Leonard - Garden City, KS (24:33)
1/23/26 • 28:01
Romans 11 and the salvation of Jews? Clarify the common Olive Tree? Explain all Israel will be saved? Brian - Charlotte, NC (0:49)How to reconcile turning the other cheek and self-defense? John (15:13)My Primitive Baptist friends say that God has prechosen the elect, and the non-elect are lost regardless of their choice. What is your insight on this? How do I find a good church? David - Houston, TX (18:41)
1/22/26 • 28:01
On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (01/21/26), Hank answers the following questions:If Ezekiel’s temple will be built in the millennium, why will there be animal sacrifices? Robert - FL (0:45)I am having trouble with the Local Church’s distinction between the kingdom of God and the kingdom of heaven. Can you help me? Eric - Moore, OK (7:09)Since the Bible is infallible, who decided to put all the individual writings together? Randy - St. Louis, MO (15:14)Is the messiah of Islam the Antichrist of Christianity? Gabe - Olive Branch, MS (20:58)
1/21/26 • 28:01
On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (01/20/26), Hank answers the following questions:When is God’s promise to Abraham going to be fulfilled? Mark - St. Louis, MO (0:48)With all the pornography in circulation, why is there a lack of preaching on the subject? Doug - Gladewater, TX (5:46)What about radiometric dating in relation to Genesis 1:1? Age of the universe? Darwinian evolution? Tim - City, CA (15:11)What are the steps to introducing someone to Jesus Christ? Is there a study program? Randy - OK (23:01)
1/20/26 • 28:01
On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (01/19/26), Hank shares on how to find a good church.Hank also answers the following questions:I started attending a new church with my son. The pastor supports the ordination of homosexuals. Should we leave? James - Pittsburgh, PA (3:21)I have been to many churches, and I am frustrated, since I cannot find one that looks like the New Testament. Can you help me? Bob - Spokane, WA (15:12)How to discuss faith with Mormon family members who say we all worship the same Christ? Janette - Salt Lake City, UT (17:49)I don’t say that I am a Christian, because I do not think I am living up to what the faith calls for. What are your thoughts? Maria - Calgary, AB (22:31)
1/19/26 • 28:01
On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast, Hank says a few words about having an eternal perspective and how to develop one.Hank also answers the following questions:Can you clarify your view of the creation account and whether Adam was created with the appearance of age? James - St. Louis, MO (3:24)If Jesus became sin per 2 Corinthians 5:21, does that mean for a moment God hated Jesus because God hates sin? Jordan - KS (15:44)Why did God reject the sacrifice of Cain but accepted the sacrifice of Abel? Was it the blood? Patsy - Bradford, AZ (20:36)
1/17/26 • 28:01
On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (01/16/26), Hank answers the following questions:Are the Ten Commandments still binding? If they were fulfilled in Christ, why should we practice them? Damon - Signal Hill, CA (0:57)Jesus used the Law to convict sinners. Why don’t people today use conviction to reach sinners? Tim - Leavenworth, KS (3:51)What do you think about the family integrated church movement? Should children be part of the congregation instead of being in Sunday school? John - Blackwood, NJ (6:57)Is the parable of the unrighteous steward in Luke 16 similar to the Islamic principle of deceiving others for the advancement of a cause? Christian - Stroud, OK (9:01)Can Satan be forgiven by God? Todd - St. James, MO (15:11)What are the differences between Jehovah’s Witnesses and Christianity? Jamele - Winston-Salem, NC (17:21)
1/16/26 • 28:01
On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (01/15/26), Hank addresses whether the days of creation in Genesis 1 are literal, long, or literary.Hank also answers the following questions:How is it in Genesis 1 that light and the planet Earth are made before the sun, moon, and stars? Brian - Omaha, NE (5:42)Can you explain the long and short endings of Mark 16? How should we handle this? George - Tampa, FL (15:13)Is there a time gap between verses 26 and 27 in Daniel 9? Matt - Kearney, NE (20:12)Are the lost books of the Bible legitimate? Kenneth - Roanoke, VA (23:10)
1/15/26 • 28:01
On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (01/14/26), Hank answers the following questions:Several passages in the Book of Mormon are from the Bible. How could it not be from God? Doug - Oklahoma City, OK (0:50)Why do Mormons believe they can become gods? Marty - Springdale, AR (3:52)What is the baptism of the Holy Spirit? Is it healing and speaking in tongues? Marty - Springdale, AR (6:07)Is the kingdom of God on Earth in the Apocalypse? New Jerusalem coming down from heaven? Tad - Louisville, KY (15:11)Is having proof necessary for genuine faith? The same type of evidence used to support the Bible can be used to support the Book of Mormon. Dennis - Orlando, FL (19:34)
1/14/26 • 28:01
On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (01/13/26), Hank addresses the popular claim about fossilized human footprints being discovered alongside dinosaur footprints, proving a 6,000-year-old creation.Hank also answers the following questions:Do you think we are in tribulation now? Gloria - Norfolk, NE (4:41)What is the difference between Mormonism and Christianity? Tim - MA (15:11)What is the biblical view of alcohol? Marvin - Sioux City, IA (16:51)Where do we come up with the Trinity? Phillip - New Port, FL (19:09)I am a Christian in a relationship with a Muslim. What does the Bible say about that? Jackie - NJ (23:27)
1/13/26 • 28:01
