Bible Answer Man Podcast with Hank Hanegraaff

On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (04/20/26), Hank shares on Dick Staub’s book, The Culturally Savvy Christian, and how you can be an effective ambassador for Christ.

Hank also answers the following questions:

Is it okay for Christians to get tattoos? Danny - Modesto, CA(4:36)
Why was man forbidden to eat from the Tree of Knowledge? Jason - Graham, NC(6:10)
What are the 7 angels, 2 witnesses, 42 weeks, and 3 1/2 years in the Book of Revelation? Mike - OK(15:41)
What is the meaning of Matthew 7:6, where it says, “Do not give dogs what is sacred; do not throw your pearls to pigs”? Jeanie - KS(20:29)
What is a good way to go through the Book of Zechariah, since it contains so much symbolism? Jeanie - KS(21:40)

On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast, Hank shares on Jesus being the fulfillment of Old Testament messianic prophecies.

Hank also answers the following questions:

When should you leave your church for another church? Michael - Rochester, IN(8:27)
What are your thoughts about the New Living Translation? Michael - Rochester, IN(10:37)
Is the Antichrist not necessarily just one person? Chuck - Cleveland, MS(15:12)
Is the story about the sons of God and daughters of men in Genesis 6 referring to angels having sex with women? Debra - Dallas, TX(18:21)

On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (04/17/26), Hank comments on statements made by Bill Maher that the entirety of the Bible was not meant to be read as history, but as parable.

Hank also answers the following questions:

Can you explain the meaning of 1 Corinthians 3:10-15 with respect to building upon the foundation of Christ and testing with fire? Alan - Oklahoma City, OK(7:12)
Can you define praying in the Spirit? Duncan - High River, AB(8:50)
What about the ministries of Joseph Prince and Joyce Meyer? Reliable teachers? Jim - WA(15:14)
What about the Gap Theory between Genesis 1:1 and 1:2? Paul - Vancouver, BC(21:41)

On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (04/16/26), Hank answers the following questions:

How do we know the assembly of angels and Satan took place in the Book of Job? Cathy - Bakersfield, CA(0:58)
Why were some people in the Bible, like David and Solomon, not known as adulterers, since they had multiple wives? Kevin - KS(6:53)
The same thing (abomination of desolations) talked about in the Book of Daniel and Mark 13:14? Eugene - Freehold, NJ(15:12)
Genesis 6 talks about angels cohabitating with women. Are these demon/human hybrids in the world and influencing the government? Don - Charlotte, NC(20:33)
Is Charles Spurgeon a reliable teacher? Tyler - NE(24:05)

On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (04/15/26), Hank answers the following questions:

Is the rapture biblical? Linda - Pittsburgh, PA(0:48)
Must Christians tithe or face the curses mentioned in Deuteronomy 28? Alicia - St. Louis, MO(5:38)
Why wasn’t King David stoned for adultery? Kevin - Kansas City, KS(15:11)
I struggle with depression. One part of the bible says that if I ask believing it will be given, but Paul prayed for the thorn to be removed, yet the thorn remained. How do I make sense of these different responses? Collin - NE(18:58)
My son says he saw an angel at the age of three. How do I know if that’s true? Bill - MO(22:53)

On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (04/14/26), Hank concludes his overview of the days of Holy Week, arriving at Pascha—also known as Easter. It is the day in which the body of Christ worldwide celebrates the ultimate game-changer—the resurrection of Jesus Christ. “If I face hardships in life for merely human reasons,” wrote Paul in his first letter to the Corinthian Christians, “what have I gained? If the dead are not raised, ‘Let us eat and drink, for tomorrow we die.’ If Christ has not been raised, your faith is futile; you are still in your sins. Then those also who have fallen asleep in Christ are lost. If only for this life we have hope in Christ, we are to be pitied more than all men.” Without resurrection, Christianity crumbles. Thus, in 1 Corinthians chapter 15, the apostle Paul provides a four-part argument underscoring the irrevocable reality of Christ’s resurrection. Of one thing Hank has become certain—if twenty-first-century Christians would grasp the reality of resurrection like first-century Christians did, their lives would be totally transformed.

On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (04/13/26), Hank resumes his overview of the days of Holy Week, arriving at Holy Saturday, which was observed by the Eastern Church this past weekend. Holy Saturday marks one of the most enigmatic of all mysteries—the mystery of Christ’s descent into Hades. Being “put to death in the body,” says Peter, he was “made alive by the spirit through whom also he went and preached to the spirits in prison who disobeyed long ago when God waited patiently in the days of Noah while the ark was being built. In it, only a few people, eight in all, were saved through water, and this water symbolizes baptism that now saves you also.” Peter here reminds us of two great and glorious truths. First, that we are saved through water, and second, that the descent of Christ into Hades inaugurates resplendent triumph. A triumph by which Christ “tramples down death by death.”

Hank also answers the following questions:

When a person is baptized, do they become a new creation right away, or is it an ongoing process?Debra - Stony Plain, AB(15:49)
What provision does the Bible make for young children or some adults who don’t have the mental capacity to accept Christ?Robert - Tallahassee, FL(21:07)
I have a cross pendant that has discolored over time. I bought a replacement, but what should I do with the old one?Paul - San Diego, CA(23:36)

On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast, Hank shares the testimony of Michelle, who came out of Mormonism.   Hank also answers the following questions:

I am discussing the two natures of Christ. Did Christ have a human spirit and a divine spirit? Michael - Fort Worth, TX(5:11)
What is the sin leading to death in 1 John 5:16? Why pray that people should not commit that sin? Zeke - Old Ridge, NE(9:00)
What is the difference between an apostate and a heretic? Carl - WI(15:13)
Can you explain Judgment Day to me? If our sins are forgotten, why is God going to judge Christians? Patty - St. Louis, MO(16:24)
Can you explain Peter’s vision regarding the eating of animals? Chip - Bloomington, IL(20:52)
Genesis says, “God created the heavens and the earth.” Are there multiple levels of heaven? Mark - Omaha, NE(23:04)

On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (04/10/26), Hank picks up his overview of the days of Holy Week, arriving at Holy Friday, the day a united Church is brought face-to-face with the fatal torment of Jesus Christ. A torment that began in the garden of Gethsemane following the emotional Last Supper of Holy Thursday. That night, Jesus was betrayed by Judas, disowned by Peter, and arrested by the temple guard. Before Caiaphas the high priest, he was mocked, beaten, and spat upon. The next morning, Jesus—battered, bruised, and bleeding—was stripped and subjected to the brutality of Roman flogging, reducing his body to quivering ribbons of bleeding flesh. As Christ slumped into the pool of his own blood, soldiers threw a scarlet robe across his shoulders, thrust a scepter into his hands, and pressed sharp thorns into his scalp. After they mocked him, they took the scepter and repeatedly struck him on the head. A heavy wooden beam was thrust upon his bleeding body, and he was led away to a place called Golgotha. There, the Lord of Glory experienced ultimate physical torture in the form of the cross.

Today, as we remember the passion of Christ upon the cross, as we recall his dying words, “Father, into thy hands I commit my spirit,” we are reminded that we, too, will breathe our last. Whether we are old or young, rich or poor, male or female, we light the sky for the briefest of moments. And then eternity. In the meantime, what we do today will have direct consequences for all eternity. Thus, while the culture seeks to focus your gaze on greatness, Christ rightly focuses your gaze on grace and godliness.

On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (04/09/26), Hank resumes his overview of Holy Week with Holy Thursday, the epicenter of the divine narrative. A narrative that begins with the Tree of Life in the Garden of Eden. If Adam and Eve had rejected the serpent, they would have eaten from the Tree of Life and the Tree of Knowledge would not have been withheld from them. Instead, they were exiled from the Edenic garden and from traversing the slope leading upward toward the peak of deification. Thankfully, the narrative does not end there. For in the panoply of history, a Second Adam clothed himself in fallen humanity. It was above all in his death on the cross and resurrection from the dead that Christ returned humanity to the life of Eden. This then is the great arc of the biblical narrative. From the Tree of Life in the Edenic Garden to the Tree of Life in the eternal garden. An arch that finds its apex with the Eucharistic bounty spilling forth from the trodden grapes of Golgotha’s hill. The Last Supper that we commemorate on Holy Thursday constitutes the central mystery of the Church. It is the source and zenith of Church life. By it, we are changed from human multiplicity to one body in Christ, the temple of the Holy Spirit. Within the Eucharistic assembly, divine life flows into us and penetrates the fabric of our humanity. The future life is infused into the present one and is blended with it, so that our fallen humanity may be transformed into the glorified humanity of the new Adam, our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.

On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (04/08/26), Hank continues to provide an overview of the days of Holy Week, picking up with Holy Wednesday, otherwise known as Spy Wednesday. For on the Wednesday of the last week of Christ’s earthly sojourn, Judas became a spy for the enemies of the Messiah. On this day, the ancient Church commemorates the ultimate in contrasts: a prostitute transformed into a pure bride in contrast to a chosen disciple who conspires with sinful men to betray the King of Truth.

Hank also answers the following questions:

I have a friend who is a member of Rodney Howard-Browne’s church. If he believes in the essentials, how does that make his ministry a cult, and how can I explain that to my friend?Nancy - PA(15:46)
What is your take on sola scriptura now as an Orthodox Christian, and do you think it is biblical?Chris - Seattle, WA(19:33)
I heard you say the other day that there was no rapture. Am I incorrect, or did you actually say that?Charles - Dexter, MO(23:04)

On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (04/07/26), Hank continues to highlight the days of Holy Week. On Holy Tuesday, we commemorate the Parable of the Ten Virgins as found in Matthew chapter 25. In this parable—this extended simile with extraordinarily sharp teeth—the coming of Christ is likened to the coming of the bridegroom to the home of his bride during the sacramental ritual of marriage. In the narrative of the parable, there are ten virgins—five wise and five foolish. The five wise virgins are illustrative of those who practice almsgiving and mercy. The five foolish represent those who selfishly squander God’s provisions upon themselves. In the end, the bridegroom arrives, and the five who were prepared went in with him to the eternal wedding banquet. And then, says Jesus, “the door was shut.” To the five foolish virgins who belatedly asked for the door to be opened, the bridegroom replied, “I tell you the truth, I don’t know you.”

Hank also answers the following question:

My son struggles with knowing that he’s saved. He said that he’s prayed and prayed but doesn’t feel like he hears from God. What can I say to him? Carol - Nashville, TN(19:41)

On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (04/06/26), Hank focuses on Holy Week, with Christians in the Eastern Church celebrating Palm Sunday yesterday while Christians in the West celebrated Christ’s resurrection, concluding their Holy Week. Holy Week for Christians in the East begins the day before Palm Sunday. It’s the day christened by the ancient Church, Lazarus Saturday. It is on that day that we remember afresh that our Lord Jesus Christ raised Lazarus, a historical reality that points forward to the universal resurrection of all humanity. The next day, Palm Sunday marks the commemoration of Christ’s triumphal entry into Jerusalem. Christ’s entrance into Jerusalem announced the establishment of the Kingdom of God and a foretaste of the time that He will gather His perfected bride and carry her over the threshold of Jordan into the New Jerusalem coming down out of heaven from God. On Holy Monday, the fig tree is set before us as a reminder of the danger inherent in having an appearance of godliness but being devoid of its reality. A reminder to be vigilant and bear the fruits of righteousness and repentance.

Hank also answers the following questions:

If you believe that salvation is “once saved, always saved,” would this mean your free will no longer exists? Tim - Keller, TX(15:49)
To me, the term replacement theology seems to be an accurate term as opposed to a misnomer, would you not say? Mark - Vancouver, BC(21:10)

On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast, Hank interviews Dr. Paul Maier, former Russell H. Seibert Professor of Ancient History at Western Michigan University, about the DVD The Week that Changed the World. Hank and Dr. Maier discuss the significance of Holy Week, those who erroneously deny the fatal torment of Jesus, extra-biblical evidence for the life of Christ that corresponds to Scripture, and more questions and misinformation surrounding the most important week in all of history.

On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (04/03/26), Hank reaches the conclusion of the four-part argument for the resurrection of Jesus Christ, transformation. What happened as a result of the resurrection is unprecedented. In the span of a few hundred years, a small band of insignificant believers succeeded in turning an entire empire upside down. The Twelve—minus Judas, plus Paul—were radically revolutionized. Peter, once afraid of being exposed as a follower of Christ, became a lion of the faith. Paul, the ceaseless persecutor, became the chief proselytizer of the Gentiles. Within weeks of the resurrection, not just a few, but an entire community of thousands of Jews, willingly transformed the spiritual and sociological traditions underscoring their national identity. Of one thing Hank has become certain—if twenty-first-century Christians would grasp the reality of resurrection like first-century Christians did, their lives would be totally transformed.

Today, Great and Holy Friday, “he was pierced for our transgressions, he was crushed for our iniquities; the punishment that brought us peace was on him, and by his wounds we are healed” (Isaiah 53:5 NIV). As Theanthropos (God-Man), the spotless Lamb of God lived a perfectly sinless human life and died a sinner’s death to sufficiently atone once for all for the sins of humanity. Isaiah not only foreshadows the death of Christ but His resurrection as well. Isaiah prophetically looks forward toward the resurrection of “a man of sorrows, and familiar with suffering” as the earnest of our resurrection on the last day. “After the suffering of his soul,” says Isaiah, “he will see the light of life and be satisfied.” In like fashion, our bodies will be resurrected from the dust of the ground. Jesus, who fulfills the entire mosaic of Old Testament resurrection prophecies left no doubt about this coming resurrection: “Do not be amazed at this, for a time is coming when all who are in their graves will hear his voice and come out—those who have done what is good will rise to live, and those who have done what is evil will rise to be condemned” (John 5:28-29 NIV). If Christ had not himself been resurrected, the promise that he will resurrect dry bones in scattered graves would be as empty as the tomb guaranteeing its fulfillment.

On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (04/02/26), Hank moves on to the third part of the four-part argument for the resurrection of Jesus Christ, the appearances of Christ. In the Acts of the Apostles, Dr. Luke writes that Jesus gave the disciples “many convincing proofs that he was alive. He appeared to them over a period of forty days and spoke about the kingdom of God” (Acts 1:3 NIV). Likewise, the apostle Paul exudes confidence in the appearances of Christ (1 Corinthians 15). And like Paul, Peter in his powerful Pentecost proclamation confidently communicated that many credible eyewitnesses could confirm the fact of Christ’s physical post-resurrection appearances (Acts 2:29-32). One thing can be stated with ironclad certainty. The apostles did not merely propagate Christ’s teachings, they were absolutely positive that he had appeared to them in the flesh. Additionally, the apostles claimed that Christ appeared to hundreds of people who were still alive. It would have been one thing to attribute these supernatural experiences to people who had already died. It was quite another to attribute them to multitudes who were still alive and available for cross-examination.

On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (04/01/26), Hank continues the trek from Palm Sunday—when Jesus Christ rode into Jerusalem precisely the way that Zechariah said he would—to Easter. Yesterday, Hank began to talk about the four-part argument that Saint Paul gives in 1 Corinthians 15, which underscores that Christ has, in fact, risen from the dead. Today, Hank moves on to the second part of the argument, the empty tomb. As it is incontrovertible that Christ suffered fatal torment, so too, it is certain beyond reasonable doubt that Christ was buried in the tomb of Joseph of Arimathea and that he was raised on the third day according to the Scriptures. Were it not true, Christianity would not have survived the tomb containing the remains of the Messiah. As the reliability of the resurrection is undermined in the media, Christians must be prepared to demonstrate that Jesus was buried and that on Easter morning, some two thousand years ago, the tomb was indeed empty. Hank also addresses a question that comes up often on the Bible Answer Man broadcast, “Was Jesus really in the grave for three days and three nights?”

On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (03/31/26), Hank focuses on the resurrection of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. We spend so much time on Christmas and justifiably so because Jesus came in incarnation so that we could experience what it is to take on the divine nature—of course excluding identity of essence. But if there’s no resurrection, there is no hope for Christianity. So, over the next few days, Hank wants to emphasize the significance of resurrection.

On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (03/30/26), Hank discusses Jesus Christ's triumphal entry into Jerusalem. This is, of course, celebrated by Christians as Palm Sunday, which the Western Church observed yesterday, and the Eastern Church will celebrate this coming Sunday. On Palm Sunday, we celebrate Jesus riding into Jerusalem, not as a political messiah, but rather in humility and peace in fulfillment of Zechariah’s famed prophecy: “See, your king comes to you, righteous and victorious, lowly and riding on a donkey, on a colt, the foal of a donkey” (Zechariah 9:9 NIV). Christ’s entrance into Jerusalem announced the establishment of the Kingdom of God. It was a foretaste of the time that He will gather His perfected bride and carry her over the threshold of Jordan into a New Jerusalem coming down out of heaven from God.

On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast, Hank shares on the importance of learning and practicing the literal principle of biblical interpretation.

Hank also answers the following questions:

When the alcoholic removes alcohol from his life, he is not physically maimed. Doesn’t this contradict Jesus’ teaching in Mark 9:45-47? Abraham - Lincoln, NE(5:30)
Can a divorced Christian remarry? Is this a sin? Dave - Louisville, KY(8:13)
In light of Paul’s words on circumcision in Galatians 5:3 and 1 Corinthians 7:18, why did he allow Timothy’s circumcision? Peter - West Palm Beach, FL(15:13)
Are Christians still subject to the Mosaic Law? Mike - St. Louis, MO(19:40)
Are the translations of the Bible fallible? Jason - IL(23:32)

On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (03/27/26), Hank interviews Dr. Paul Maier, former Russell H. Seibert Professor of Ancient History at Western Michigan University, about the DVD The Week that Changed the World. Hank and Dr. Maier discuss the significance of Holy Week, those who erroneously deny the fatal torment of Jesus, extra-biblical evidence for the life of Christ that corresponds to Scripture, and more questions and misinformation surrounding the most important week in all of history.

On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (03/26/26), Hank shares the testimony of Michelle, who came out of Mormonism.

Hank also answers the following questions:

I am discussing the two natures of Christ. Did Christ have a human spirit and a divine spirit? Michael - Fort Worth, TX(5:11)
What is the sin leading to death in 1 John 5:16? Why pray that people should not commit that sin? Zeke - Old Ridge, NE(9:00)
Is the Antichrist not necessarily just one person? Chuck - Cleveland, MS(15:12)
Is the story about the sons of God and daughters of men in Genesis 6 referring to angels having sex with women? Debra - Dallas, TX(18:21)

On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (03/25/26), Hank answers the following questions:

I became a Christian, but my wife did not. How can I share my faith with my children without straining my marriage? Mark - Vancouver, BC(0:50)
Was Jude 9 referring to a source outside the Bible? Why the debate over the body of Moses? Tim - Phoenix, AZ(4:45)
What are your thoughts about the International House of Prayer and Mike Bickle? Chris - Kansas City, MO(8:18)
What is the difference between an apostate and a heretic? Carl - WI(15:13)
Can you explain to me about Judgment Day? If our sins are forgotten, why is God going to judge Christians? Patty - St. Louis, MO(16:24)
Can you explain Peter’s vision regarding the eating of animals? Chip - Bloomington, IL(20:52)
Genesis says, “God created the heavens and the earth.” Are there multiple levels of heaven? Mark - Omaha, NE(23:04)

On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (03/24/26), Hank answers the following questions:

If a Christian does not give 10% of their gross income, are they in disobedience to God and subject to punishment? Tracy - Riverside, CA(0:56)
Are we still under the dietary laws in Leviticus? Daniel - Peoria, IL(5:12)
Did the Old Testament permit polygamy? Why was it okay for David and Solomon to have multiple wives? Tim - AL(6:43)
If tithing is like training wheels for giving, why cannot the OT dietary laws be training wheels for a proper diet? Joyce - St. Louis, MO(15:10)
I want to serve God, but I do not feel like I love the Lord. What’s stopping me from feeling that relationship? Don - St. Louis, MO(17:33)

On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (03/23/26), Hank shares on Jesus being the fulfillment of Old Testament messianic prophecies.

Hank also answers the following questions:

When should you leave your church for another church? Michael - Rochester, IN(8:27)
What are your thoughts about the New Living Translation? Michael - Rochester, IN(10:37)
Did the early church have a dispensational theology with respect to a future millennium contra to what is taught by covenant theology? Stephen - Branson, MO(15:12)
If the rapture is unbiblical, then what does it mean in Scripture when it tells us “one will be taken and the other left”? Stephen - Calgary, AB(18:45)
Why is Sunday the day we go to church? I can’t find it anywhere in the Bible. James - Murray, IA(23:55)

Jay Richards has made more appearances on Hank Unpluggedthan any other guest. As the longtime producer of the podcast, Dave Hanegraaff thought it would be fitting to have Jay be one of the first guests to join him on his new podcast, A Commitment to Reality.  

In this preview from A Commitment to Reality, Jay and Dave explore the importance of listening to those we disagree with, how social media distorts our perception of reality, and why embodiment—simply going outside and being present—may be one of the most important disciplines we’ve forgotten.

They also dive into the growing influence of artificial intelligence, why the debate over AI is ultimately a question of anthropology, and how our understanding of the human person will shape the future more than any technology.

To hear the full conversation—including Jay’s reflections on fasting, discipline, and practices that reconnect us to reality—search for A Commitment to Reality wherever you listen to podcasts and follow the show so you never miss an episode.

You can also watch full episodes and clips on YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/@ACommitmenttoReality

On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast, Hank shares on the mathematics of spiritual multiplication; the way Christianity can grow exponentially just by leading one person a year with just 12 evangelists. In less than 30 years, the whole world could be evangelized, and even if the population doubled, it would only take one additional year.

Hank also answers the following questions:

Peter quotes Joel in Acts 2. When was this prophecy from Joel 2 fulfilled? Christopher - MI (3:40)
What are the greater works mentioned in John 14:12? Rick - Oklahoma City, OK(15:13)
A friend of mine said that people don’t choose God, God chooses the people. What is your insight on this? Jason - Phoenix, AZ(18:23)
Regarding Matthew 16:18, is Peter the rock upon which the Church was built? What is the proper understanding of this verse? Larry - Long Beach, CA(21:22)

On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (03/20/26), Hank answers the following questions:

Can you address Bill Wiese’s account of spending 23 minutes in Hell? Bob - Fort Wayne, IN(0:52)
Friends have recommended to me books by Mary K. Baxter and Rebecca Brown; do you have any comments on them? Joanne - Montreal, QC(6:49)
In light of Paul’s words on circumcision in Galatians 5:3 and 1 Corinthians 7:18, why did he allow Timothy’s circumcision? Peter - West Palm Beach, FL(15:13)
Are Christians still subject to the Mosaic Law? Mike - St. Louis, MO(19:40)
Are the translations of the Bible fallible? Jason - IL(23:32)

On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (03/19/26), Hank answers the following questions:

What is the scriptural basis for determining family size? Amber - Atlanta, GA(1:57)
What do you mean by “reading the Bible for all its worth”? Jamie - London, ON(4:32)
Does the parable of the wheat and tares apply to gays in the church, Muslims, and other people we disagree with? Lori - Gary, TX(7:00)
I read an article about what the Bible says about sex. They claimed that the washing of feet is an innuendo about sex. How do I refute this? Katie - Storm Lake, IA(15:11)
Regarding the three visitors in Genesis 18, was one of them Jesus, and the other the Holy Spirit? Tony - Deer Park, TX(17:54)
What event is tied to the gathering of the elect with the trumpet call in Matthew 24:31? Aaron - Jefferson City, MO(21:32)

On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (03/18/26), Hank shares on the importance of learning and practicing the literal principle of biblical interpretation.

Hank also answers the following questions:

When the alcoholic removes alcohol from his life, he is not physically maimed. Doesn’t this contradict Jesus’ teaching in Mark 9:45-47? Abraham - Lincoln, NE(5:29)
Can a divorced Christian remarry? Is this a sin? Dave - Louisville, KY(8:12)
The Anabaptist tradition, particularly the Amish-Mennonite faith. Are these churches within the pale of orthodoxy? Wayne - KY(15:14)
A coworker mentioned a woman created out of sand and given to Satan as a wife. Her name was Lilith. Is there any truth to this? Melissa - Asherville, MO(20:12)
Is the Trinity an essential doctrine? Orlando - High Point, NC(23:17)

On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (03/17/26), Hank shares his thoughts on St. Patrick’s Day. Saint Patrick was born a Brit in the fifth century, but when he was 16, he was captured by Irish pirates and taken to Ireland as a slave. After escaping, he later returned as a missionary. Although all analogies for the Trinity ultimately break down, Saint Patrick supposedly explained this doctrine by using a shamrock. Tradition credits him as the founder of Christianity in Ireland and its first bishop. Certainly, many came to faith in Christ through his ministry.

Hank also answers the following questions:

Have you heard of the New Apostolic Reformation? Are IHOP and Bethel Church in Redding associated with it? Ryan - Medicine Hat, AB (3:09)
Can you explain the doctrine of predestination?Mary - Lincoln, NE (5:39)
When we get to heaven will we remember this lifetime?Wesley - Gilmore, TX (9:44)
Is Oneness Pentecostalism and its denial of the Trinity a heresy?Lisa - Richmond, VA (15:34)
Could you give me some insight into the teaching of Ray Hagin and this idea of Afrocentrism?Shirley - Garner, NC (21:22)

On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (03/16/26), Hank answers the following questions:

How do we know what we should change in the world or leave alone, and what is and isn’t the will of God? Lindsey - Memphis, TN(1:01)
Whose sins are covered in James 5:20? Billy - Charlotte, NC(4:23)
Is the Walk to Emmaus acceptable for Christians? Victor - KS(8:13)
Regarding the command to be “Salt and Light”, what is our responsibility when it comes to politics and the media? Craig - Vancouver, BC(15:13)
Clarify comments on the Walk to Emmaus. What are they going to tell me that I shouldn’t hear? Bob - Bakersfield, CA(21:15)
How should we as Christians respond to attacks and persecution against Christians in the world? Stephen - Calgary, AB(22:23)
Is William Branham a false prophet?Stephen - Calgary, AB(24:47)

Frederica Mathewes-Green was the very first guest on Hank Unplugged. As the longtime producer of the podcast, Dave Hanegraaff thought it would be fitting for Frederica to also be the first guest on his new podcast, A Commitment to Reality.  

In this preview episode, Frederica Mathewes-Green and Dave Hanegraaff explore what it means to live in alignment with reality.

To hear the full conversation, search for A Commitment to Realitywherever you listen to podcasts and follow the show so you never miss an episode.

You can also watch full episodes and clips onYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ACommitmenttoReality

On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (03/06/26), Hank shares on the Word of God being truth and the way God speaks to us through His Word.

Hank also answers the following questions:

Is belief in the Trinity essential for salvation? Peter - West Palm Beach, FL (5:29)
Will someone who willfully persists in drunkenness lose rewards in heaven? Allan - Jacksonville, FL (15:28)
Does God put it into our hearts to accept Jesus, or do we have a choice? Nick - Yuba City, CA (20:06)
Where does Jesus say, “He who is not for Me is against Me,” and can you elaborate on what He meant? Walter - Ogden, UT (23:50)

On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (03/13/26), Hank answers the following questions:

If the law is done away with, what difference does it make with respect to living righteously? Dale - Omaha, NE(0:57)
Is the Book of Revelation figurative? Is some of it literal? Derek - Springfield, MO(5:37)
I heard a preacher say that Abraham was not a Jew. Is that right? Ken - LA(15:12)
Are deliverance ministries with exorcisms valid and biblically based? David - Grandview, MO(17:47)
What do you know about Sozo prayer and Bethel Church? Walter - Edmonton, AB(23:52)

On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (03/12/26), Hank focuses on the contrast between genuine and counterfeit revivals: the emphasis on eternal verities and earthly vanities.

Hank also answers the following questions:

Is Jesus going to return, or has He already returned? Patty - Sun City West, AZ(9:14)
Should we pray for the healing of the sick? Daniel - Nashville, TN(15:12)
What about the ministry of Andrew Wommack? Charlie - Salt Lake City, UT(19:20)
How should a Christian start a prayer? Which person of the Trinity do we address in prayer? Paul - El Paso, TX(22:11)

On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (03/11/26), Hank is joined by Mark Sayers, senior leader of Red Church in Melbourne, Australia, and co-founder of Uber Ministries, to discuss his article in the Christian Research Journal, “Looking under the Surface of the Millennial Generation”.

Hank also answers the following questions:

What are the greater works mentioned in John 14:12? Rick - Oklahoma City, OK(15:12)
A friend of mine said that people don’t choose God; God chooses the people. What is your insight on this? Jason - Phoenix, AZ(18:24)
Regarding Matthew 16:18, is Peter the rock upon which the Church was built? What is the proper understanding of this verse? Larry - Long Beach, CA(21:22)

On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (03/10/26), Hank answers the following questions:

Does Jeremiah 29:11 apply to personal struggles and anxiety? Jim - Fort Wayne, IN(1:15)
Is the Apostolic Church Christian? They do not believe in the Trinity and baptize in Jesus’ name only. Mary - Memphis, TN (5:26)
What was David struggling with in Psalms 31:10? James - Cleveland, OH (7:34)
What makes your interpretation of the Bible condemning homosexuality correct? Randall - Tulsa, OK (15:12)

On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (03/09/26), Hank shares on the mathematics of spiritual multiplication; the way Christianity can grow exponentially just by leading one person a year with just 12 evangelists. In less than 30 years, the whole world could be evangelized, and even if the population doubled, it would only take one additional year.

Hank also answers the following questions:

Peter quotes Joel in Acts 2. When was this prophecy from Joel 2 fulfilled? Christopher - MI (3:39)
What happens to the soul after the body dies? Nick - Lincoln, NE (15:39)

On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast, Hank answers the following questions:

Why let Judas hold the moneybag since he was a thief? Tom - Cleveland, OH (0:47)
What is the difference between biblical love and worldly love? Jim - Washington, DC (4:33)
Why was Jacob allowed to deceive Isaac and steal Esau’s blessing? Curtis - MO (15:10)
How can we identify false teaching? Dana - CO (17:56)
Can you offer the proper interpretation of the antichrist in 1 John 2:22?Conrad - Dallas, TX (21:56)

On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (03/06/26), Hank shares on the Word of God being truth and the way God speaks to us through His Word.

Hank also answers the following questions:

Is belief in the Trinity essential for salvation? Peter - West Palm Beach, FL (5:29)
A Christian missionary converted a Muslim and told him to keep his two wives. Isn’t polygamy forbidden in the New Testament? Troy - MO (15:10)
Does the Bible teach that the Earth is literally set upon pillars? Andrew - Lawrence, KS(18:26)
Ephesians 4:11 tells us that Christ gave us prophets. Is prophecy still for today? Sam - Reading, PA (22:03)

On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (03/05/26), Hank shares one of the best things that happened to him as a new believer: being told that all Christians memorize the Word of God.

Hank also answers the following questions:

Are Old Testament narratives not intended to teach moral lessons? Jim - Springfield, MO (3:18)
When the Jews left Egypt, God fed them with manna, but why did they not use the herds for food? Margie - Vineland, NJ (9:25)
Will someone who willfully persists in drunkenness lose rewards in heaven? Allan - Jacksonville, FL (15:28)
Does God put it into our hearts to accept Jesus, or do we have a choice? Nick - Yuba City, CA (20:06)
Where does Jesus say, “He who is not for Me is against Me,” and can you elaborate on what He meant? Walter - Ogden, UT (23:50)

On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (03/04/26), Hank shares on the problems of theistic evolution.

Hank also answers the following questions:

Ezekiel 40 and whether there be a future rebuilt temple in Jerusalem? Brandon - CA (5:31)
Reading Exodus 4. Why did God want to kill Moses? Georgia - St. Louis, MO (15:11)
What is the difference between the New and Old Covenants? Collin - Boone, NC (19:22)
Is it redundant to ask for forgiveness for sins? Mark - Calgary, AB (24:10)

On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (03/03/26), Hank answers the following questions:

Which evangelical colleges are not postmodern? Brian - Salem, NJ (0:53)
I have friends who explored Messianic Judaism and now deny the deity of Christ. How do I explain why the deity of Christ matters? Thomas - Eden, OK(3:04)
Does a person have a body, soul, and spirit? Jerry - Modesto, CA (6:22)
Is Jesus’ statement “this generation shall not pass away” a failed prophecy? Jeff - Ridgefield, OH (15:12)
I have been under spiritual attack. How do I make sense of my suffering? Steve - Kansas City, MO (22:50)

On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (03/02/26), Hank shares how Charles Darwin realized the fossil record did not support his theory of gradual step-by-step evolutionary development, but hoped future generations of scientists would make the necessary discoveries to validate his contention. But after 150 years of exploration, the fossil evidence demonstrates the contrary to Darwin’s prediction.

Hank also answers the following questions:

I’m sharing with a Muslim on us being the children of God and Jesus being the Son of God. How can I explain the difference to him? Bob - TN (4:53)
Is there a secret rapture? Does Jesus come twice? Robert - St. Louis, MO (15:13)
If the dead in Christ rise first, what happens to those who are not dead in Christ? Jay - Fayetteville, AR (20:47)
Do you know anything about the Recovery Bible by Living Stream Ministry? Mary - Omaha, NE (23:29)

On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast, Hank addresses a common question brought up over and over again, which is: “Who is the Antichrist?”

Hank also answers the following questions:

Is the pretribulation rapture doctrine so foundational that it can affect one’s salvation? Elden - NE (4:18)
Is it permissible to pray for children from broken homes? My Pastor told me not to pray for them. Mary - St. Louis, MO (6:45)
I have a porn addiction, and many of my co-workers bring pornographic images into the workplace. How can I handle this situation? Matthew - Lincoln, NE (9:24)
Did angels have sex with women in Genesis 6:2? Marvin - Sioux City, IA (15:12)
Are Hades and Hell two different places?Marvin - Sioux City, IA (17:12)
Regarding the book 23 Minutes in Hell, do you think this story is true, and must we live a perfect life to make it to heaven? Katie - IA (19:13)
Is David talking to himself in Psalm 4 when he says, “be angry and sin not”? How does this relate to Paul’s citation in Ephesians 4:26? Greg - Kansas City, MO (23:48)

On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (02/27/26), Hank answers the following questions:

Why let Judas hold the moneybag since he was a thief? Tom - Cleveland, OH (0:44)
What is the difference between biblical love and worldly love? Jim - Washington, DC (4:31)
Are alcohol and tobacco biblically permissible? Seth - El Dorado, KS (15:14)
Acts 14 tells of Paul healing a crippled man who had faith to be healed. Do you need faith to be healed? Do we still have the gift of healing? Stephen - KS (18:44)
What are good proofs for God’s existence for atheists? Jan - St. Louis, MO (23:27)

On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (02/26/26), Hank answers the following questions:

What does a “rhema word” mean? David - San Antonio, TX (2:45)
How should I witness to Jehovah’s Witnesses about the deity of Christ? Brandon - College Station, TX (6:08)
What is your take on the teachings of Joyce Meyer? Janine - Topeka, KS (15:12)
What are your thoughts about the book The Shack? Shawn - VA (19:04)
If someone believes in God but not in Jesus, why wouldn’t they go to heaven, since Jesus is God? Tony - Newcastle, PA (21:21)

On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (02/25/26), Hank answers the following questions:

Regarding the Tower of Babel in Genesis 11:6, why was God worried that man would become too powerful? Dana - CA (0:50)
What is the firmament? Seth - El Dorado, KS (4:09)
Why did Jude cite the Book of Enoch? Trisha - Huntington Beach, CA (15:13)
Who is Arnold Murray? Scotty - Stillwater, OK (17:49)
Can you elaborate on the doctrine of Hell? How do you bring up the subject of Hell in conversation? Andrew - Springfield, MO (20:22)

On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (02/24/26), Hank answers the following questions:

How old was Joseph at the time of his marriage to the Virgin Mary? Troy - Kansas City, KS (0:59)
Can you give the origin of the name “Jehovah”? Is there a biblical basis for coming up with that name? Troy - Kansas City, KS (2:32)
I see many professing Christians who fall short of living right with God. What am I supposed to do? Julia - Orange Park, FL (4:03)
Why was Jacob allowed to deceive Isaac and steal Esau’s blessing? Curtis - MO (15:10)
How can we identify false teaching? Dana - CO (17:56)
Can you offer the proper interpretation of the antichrist in 1 John 2:22?Conrad - Dallas, TX (21:56)

Hank Hanegraaff brings an important announcement about a brand-new initiative at the Christian Research Institute: a new podcast titled A Commitment to Reality, hosted by his son, Dave Hanegraaff.

This podcast is not only timely but extraordinarily relevant. Why? Because we live in an era of “reality rot.” To paraphrase Blaise Pascal, we live in an age in which truth is so obscure and falsehood so established that, apart from “a commitment to reality,” you simply cannot know it.

Our new podcast is a powerful complement to CRI’s other podcasts and publications, extending our ministry and mission to a whole new generation of change agents.

Please subscribe to A Commitment to Reality on YouTube for full episodes and clips, and follow wherever you get your podcasts. You can also help spread the word by rating, reviewing, and telling others about A Commitment to Reality.  

And remember: Because truth matters, reality matters. That’s why we must remain committed to reality.

On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (02/23/26), Hank celebrates the beginning of the Lenten season, with today being Clean Monday, a day in which we are to leave behind our sinful attitudes. Hank stresses the importance of fasting, one of the predominant themes of the Great Lent. The stomach is like an undisciplined child, forever demanding its fill of empty calories. The discipline of fasting restores one’s balance and self-control.

Hank also answers the following questions:

How can I overcome sin through the power of the Spirit according to Ephesians?Jared - Kansas City, KS (6:03)
I’ve heard you say the flames of hell aren’t literal, so do you believe the waters of the flood covered the entire earth?Brian - Muskogee, OK (8:50)
Do you know anything about God sending Moses and Ezekiel back to preach the Word? Mark - Kalamazoo, MI (15:41)
Are the two natures of Christ easy to understand?Mike - Boone, IA (19:39)

A Commitment to Reality is a podcast for a post-truth—and increasingly post-reality—age.

We are living through one of the most disorienting periods in human history—leaving many to wonder: What is reality? As artificial intelligence accelerates and institutional trust erodes, our shared sense of what is real continues to crumble.

A commitment to reality is a dedication to discerning what is true and developing the discipline to live in alignment with that truth—with reality. This podcast is an apologetic for reality—each episode serving as an intentional act of grounding our existence together as we commit to what is beautiful, good, and true. 

Subscribe to A Commitment to Reality on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@ACommitmenttoReality for the full episodes + clips, as well as Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/a-commitment-to-reality/id1876254826 , Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/378rR6Oz8YkbTOIqSfhlV3 and follow wherever you get podcasts.  You can help spread the word about this new podcast by giving us a rating and review from the other channels we are listed on and telling others!

On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast, 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)
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)

On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (02/20/26), Hank addresses a common question brought up over and over again, which is: “Who is the Antichrist?”

Hank also answers the following questions:

Is the pretribulation rapture doctrine so foundational that it can affect one’s salvation? Elden - NE (4:18)
Is it permissible to pray for children from broken homes? My Pastor told me not to pray for them. Mary - St. Louis, MO (6:45)
I have a porn addiction, and many of my co-workers bring pornographic images into the workplace. How can I handle this situation? Matthew - Lincoln, NE (9:24)
Can you explain the meaning of “perfect” regarding spiritual gifts in 1 Corinthians 14? Eric - Winchester, KY (15:11)
When Moses asked God to blot his name out of His book, was this a reference to the Book of Life? Joe - Price, TX (17:29)
Is harboring unforgiveness an unpardonable sin that can jeopardize salvation? Ben - Cape Coral, FL (21:02)

On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (02/19/26), Hank shares on the principle of Scriptural Synergy from his flipchart,L-I-G-H-T-S On Your Path.

Hank also answers the following questions:


When Jesus walked on water, why did the disciples think they were seeing a ghost? Alex - El Paso, TX (5:41)
My son is autistic and believes that God is at fault for his condition. How can I assure him that God isn’t punishing him? Alex - El Paso, TX (8:16)
Did angels have sex with women in Genesis 6:2? Marvin - Sioux City, IA (15:12)
Are Hades and Hell two different places?Marvin - Sioux City, IA (17:12)
Regarding the book 23 Minutes in Hell, do you think this story is true, and must we live a perfect life to make it to heaven? Katie - IA (19:13)
Is David talking to himself in Psalm 4 when he says, “be angry and sin not”? How does this relate to Paul’s citation in Ephesians 4:26? Greg - Kansas City, MO (23:48)

On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (02/18/26), Hank notes that today is Ash Wednesday, which is the beginning of the forty days of preparation for celebrating the death, burial, and resurrection of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. During this time, Christians remember our sinfulness, we repent, we ask for God’s forgiveness, and we recognize that God’s forgiveness comes at an infinite price—the death of Jesus Christ on the cross on our behalf. Hank also discusses Clean Monday, which is part of the Eastern Church’s observance of the Great Lent that will be observed this coming Monday.

Hank also answers the following questions:

Which historian was the first to mention the Gospels? Jason - Harrisburg, PA (6:24)
If Jesus died on a Friday and rose on Sunday, isn’t that just two days?Jason - Harrisburg, PA (7:12)
Could you clarify your statement on the doctrine of 'once saved, always saved'?Jonathan - Calgary, AB (8:57)
I’ve had someone question me about Christ being in the grave for three days; would you mind explaining that?Kurt - Spokane, WA (16:08)
What would have happened if Adam and Eve had not eaten the fruit from the tree of the knowledge of good and evil?Keith - Kalamazoo, MI (18:57)
I believe the Church misunderstands the timing of the day of preparation and Jesus’ crucifixion.Tracy - Hayden, ID (21:59)

On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (02/17/26), Hank shares a word on wisdom.

Hank also answers the following questions:

A relative gave me The Urantia Book. How to best witness to him, and what are the major fallacies? Mary - OK (2:08)
Where does gambling stand in the Christian life? Matt - Fort Worth, TX (4:00)
I was a juror in a murder trial, but I was released because I couldn’t accept being responsible for capital punishment. What is your opinion? Rita (7:03)
Have an agnostic friend whose daughter converted to Mormonism. What can I do to help the Mormon daughter read the Bible? Honor - AR (16:20)
What about the pretribulation rapture? Diane - Spokane, WA (21:24)
Can you comment on prosperity gospel teachers and their impact on Christianity? Dean - Salt Lake City, UT (24:28)

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.

On today’sBible 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)

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)

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)

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)

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)

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)

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)

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)

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)

On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (02/04/26), Hank interviews Dick Staub on his book, The Culturally Savvy Christian.

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)

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)

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)

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)

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)

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)

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)

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)

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)

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)  

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)

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)

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)

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)

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)

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)

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)

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)

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)

On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (01/12/26), Hank answers the following questions:

Our youth pastor has problematic views on hell. My church still approves of him as a minister. Should I let this go, or walk away? Kara - KS (0:50)
Does the teaching on eunuchs in Matthew 19 support the idea that people are born gay? Christine - Chicago, IL (15:12)
Can you clarify the trumpets in 1 Corinthians 15 and Revelation 8? Would you say this is not mid-tribulation rapture? Saffron - Riverside, CA (17:55)

On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast, Hank brings up the Legacy Reading Plan, an innovative guide for reading through the Bible each year, so you can gain a better understanding of God’s Word.

Hank also answers the following questions:

If the Magi followed the star in the East, wouldn’t that have taken them in the wrong direction? David - Columbus, IN (2:06)
What are your thoughts on the ministry of Michael Rozell and Refuge Ranch? Why don’t we see the signs described in Mark 16:17-18 today? Aaron - Hendersonville, TN (4:25)
My pastor is starting a series based on the book Not a Fan by Kyle Idleman. Do you know anything about this? Bob - Atlanta, GA(6:50)
How reliable are the notes in a Study Bible? Laura - Charlotte, NC (15:10)
Who are the Illuminati? Roxanna - Phoenix, AZ (16:49)
Are you a Young Earth or an Old Earth Creationist? Jeff - Alto, TX(19:38)
Acts 16:25 records the singing of hymns; what kind of music is acceptable for churches? Bill - Modesto, CA (21:51)

On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (01/09/26), Hank answers the following questions:

My husband is in jail right now for abuse and might be sentenced to prison; should I divorce him? Sharon - St. Louis, MO (0:52)
Can you explain 1 John 5 and the “sin that leads to death”? Ray - Vancouver, BC (3:33)
What about Michael Pearl? Is there a difference between the “Kingdom of God” and the “Kingdom of Heaven” in the Bible? Daniel - Sioux Falls, SD (15:11)
I’m a mother of six children, and I’m thinking about going back to work; what should I do? Heidi - IA (20:47)
Is online gambling okay in God’s sight? William - Edmonton, AB (24:51)

On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (01/08/26), Hank addresses criticisms of Noah’s flood being comical.

Hank also answers the following questions:

When a Christian struggles with fear, is going to a counselor for help permissible? Tammy - New Egypt, NJ (3:20)
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)

On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (01/07/26), Hank answers the following questions:

What is the difference between being filled with the Holy Spirit and being baptized in the Holy Spirit? Michael - Kansas City, KS (0:45)
Is there going to be death in the Millennium? Chris - Reading, PA (2:23)
I was taught the last prophet was John the Baptist. A coworker told me prophets come to her church regularly. Are there modern-day prophets? Andre - NM (7:22)
Were the curses on the Israelites in the Old Testament fulfilled, and are modern-day Jews real Jews according to Revelation 2:9? Julia - Orange Park, FL (15:11)
Is the pre-tribulation rapture taught in the Bible? Fred - Springfield, TN (22:36)

On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (01/06/26), Hank answers the following questions:

Does the Illuminati make politicians and celebrities use satanic symbols to corrupt people so that they can create the New World Order? Ashley - Edmond, OK (1:14)
My Mom is pushing me to watch Jimmy Swaggart; what should I do? Shannon - Charlotte, NC (3:06)
My atheist neighbor says Psalm 23 was copied directly from a passage out of the Egyptian Book of the Dead. Is that true? Nathan - NM (6:45)
What’s your view of the sign of the woman, child, and dragon in Revelation 12? Jay - KS (15:12)

On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (01/05/26), 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)
Does God punish nations today for not supporting Israel?Jeff (15:11)
Do you believe that God is not willing to heal everybody?Joshua - Charlotte, NC (19:45)
What Bible version would you recommend for studying? Andy - Austin, MN (23:23)

On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast, Hank discusses whether Christians are guilty of having blind faith and the response to skeptics who say the Bible is full of errors.

Hank also answers the following questions:   Could you expound your view of the doctrine of hell? Samuel - Nashville, TN (2:49)
What caused the devil to sin if there was no sin in heaven?Brandon - St. Louis, MO (8:26)
What is the biblical teaching on those who died before Christ’s sacrifice on the cross?Archie - Atlanta, GA (15:59)
Could you give me some historical background on the Amish and the Mennonites? Are they considered Christian?Jo - Overland Park, KS (19:58)
Did the Apostle Paul perform a resurrection? If so, in what passage of Scripture was it recorded?Josh - Dublin, GA (23:55)

On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (01/02/26), Hank brings up the Legacy Reading Plan, an innovative guide for reading through the Bible each year, so you can gain a better understanding of God’s Word.

Hank also answers the following questions:

If the Magi followed the star in the East, wouldn’t that have taken them in the wrong direction?David - Columbus, IN (2:06)
What are your thoughts on the ministry of Michael Rozell and Refuge Ranch? Why don’t we see the signs described in Mark 16:17-18 today?Aaron - Hendersonville, TN (4:25)
My pastor is starting a series based on the book Not a Fan by Kyle Idleman. Do you know anything about this?Bob - Atlanta, GA (6:50)
My family seems to be against me since my divorce. Is this caused by the devil, or am I just depressed about the divorce during this time of year?Ronell - Nashville, TN (15:38)
Since God is omniscient, didn’t He know that Adam was going to sin before He created him? Did He know He would have to die to redeem us before He created Adam? Jason - St. Louis, MO (18:11)
Is Jesus waiting to return so that sin will run its course and be destroyed before His second coming?Jason - St. Louis, MO (20:04)
Is there any biblical evidence for cessationism? Charles - Lincoln, NE (21:34)
What about those today who claim to perform miracles, but their preaching is heretical?Charles - Lincoln, NE (24:12)

On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (01/01/26), we continue Hank’s message from Colonial Presbyterian Church in Kansas City, Missouri on the art and science of biblical interpretation.

On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (12/31/25), we present a riveting message given by Hank Hanegraaff at Colonial Presbyterian Church in Kansas City, Missouri. In this message, Hank lays out the essential principles of biblical interpretation every Christian needs to know to rightly understand God’s Word.