The Best of the Bible Answer Man Broadcast

On today's Bible Answer Man broadcast (07/07/25), Hank answers the following questions:Are Christians required to tithe today? Daniel - Brooklyn, NY (0:52)Could you reiterate your objection to Joel Osteen's teachings? Debbie - Eolia, MO (4:23)In 1 Samuel 15:35, why does it say that God regretted making Saul king of Israel? How can God regret something He did? Gary - Kansas City, MO (16:01)Is the Star of David an occult symbol? Wayne - Franklin, KY (18:44)Will God create again to get what we never gave Him? Kayla - Oklahoma City, OK (20:44)

On today's Bible Answer Man broadcast, Hank comments on the issue of death prior to Adam in the age of the Earth debate.Hank also answers the following questions:I'm doing a study on God's will for our lives. Are some people created as vessels of honor and others for dishonor according to Romans 9:18-23? Lisa - Oklahoma City, OK (6:08)Does the armor of God in Ephesians 6 have a connection to Isaiah 59:17? Does Ephesians touch back to the Old Testament? Orville - Tulsa, OK (15:12)Regarding the assertion that Jesus never talked about homosexuality, Jesus' reference to Genesis 2 regarding divorce and remarriage shows that husband and wife relationships are male and female, correct? Orville - Tulsa, OK (16:55)I noticed that in Genesis 7:11, the first instance of the word month is mentioned in the Bible. Why is month never mentioned in creation? Is the lesser light in Genesis 1:16 speaking of the moon? Ron - Springfield, MO (20:56)I'm a part-time youth pastor considering full-time ministry. What is the biblical role of a pastor? Should it be a paid position? Craig - Macon, MO (24:04)

On today's Bible Answer Man broadcast (07/04/25), Hank notes that as Americans celebrate Independence Day today, it is important to remind ourselves of the fundamental purpose of the United States as set forth in the preamble to the Constitution: “to form a more perfect Union, establish Justice, insure domestic Tranquility, provide for the common defense, promote the general Welfare, and secure the Blessings of Liberty to ourselves and our Posterity”. To discuss what is essential to know about our particular Government, Hank introduces a special presentation of his conversation with Professor Francis Beckwith, author of Politics for Christians: Statecraft as Soulcraft.

On today's Bible Answer Man broadcast (07/03/25), Hank answers the following questions:Is Yeshua the proper name of Jesus? Is salvation based on the Hebrew name Yeshua? Sayla - Chicago, IL (0:44)I want to start a ministry. But I think the church commits abuses, such as their way of tithing. It doesn't feel right. Do you know what I mean? Ken - Ashville, NC (2:51)I grew up with relativism. I do not want to take a hard position on secondary issues. What are your thoughts on having this mindset? Joel - Modesto, CA (7:04)Our church merged with another church, and we told the pastor we are leaving. He read 1 John 4:7-17 and said to us that leaving a church demonstrates you don't love others, and therefore, you don't love God. How do I respond to him? Karen - Richmond, VA (15:12)There are Christians who say Matthew 27:25 served as a Scriptural basis for the Holocaust. Is this accurate? Dianna - Lincoln, NE (18:00)Can you tell me how to share the Gospel with Muslims? Tony - Toronto, ON (20:41)Exodus 33:11 says that God was face-to-face with Moses. But Exodus 33:20-23 says no man can see God's face and live. Cody - Moses Lake, WA (22:57)

On today's Bible Answer Man broadcast (07/02/25), Hank answers the following questions:I believe God loves the Jews, but Jews today are not God's chosen people more than anybody else. Do you have any scriptures on this? Ron - Miami, FL (0:48)What is the early Christian literature? Have you heard of that? Pam - Due West, SC (4:24)How does one blaspheme the Holy Spirit? I am worried. Jaron - Sandy Springs, MD (7:12)I visited a Methodist church that split over the issue of Palestine. Do you know of a division between Methodists supporting Palestine? Brian - Richmond, VA (16:03)I am having a family conflict over having alcohol in the home. Can Christians drink alcohol? John - Albuquerque, NM (20:26)

On today's Bible Answer Man broadcast (07/01/25), Hank answers the following questions:Why hasn't the God of the Jews come back yet? Donald - Topeka, KS (0:54)What are your thoughts on personal prophecy, and what is the role of prophecy in the Church today? Andrew - Seattle, WA (5:12)You say the long ending of Mark is not found in the earlier manuscripts, but Saint Irenaeus quoted from it. Does this support the long ending as an early reading? Don - Oklahoma City, OK (7:33)A friend converted to Judaism and no longer believes Jesus is the Son of God. How can I best minister to her? Holly - Nashville, TN (15:13)I am a non-believer. What answer does Christianity give to the numerous inconsistencies, contradictions, and ridiculousness of the Bible? Jason - Des Moines, IA (17:50)Who created God? Jason - Des Moines, IA (21:01)I am a creationist. I have trouble resolving starlight coming from millions of light years away and the age of the Earth. Can you help me? Todd - Newton, KS (24:33)

On today's Bible Answer Man broadcast (06/30/25), Hank reads a testimony from a listener whose life was changed by our ministry. Hank encourages listeners to support the ministry of CRI during our fiscal year-end to ensure that Gospel truth delivered on the Bible Answer Man broadcast continues to change lives now and for eternity.Hank also answers the following questions:What is your opinion of Beth Moore? Leslie - Houston, TX (2:05)What verse in the Bible proves that Mormonism is false? Ray - Herriman, UT (3:09)What are your thoughts on Steve Brown and Key Life Ministries? Mike - Shreveport, LA (7:47)Matthew 8:28 mentions two demon-possessed men, but the other Gospels say there was one. How do we resolve this? Jeremy - Stillwater, OK (15:44)If God is in control, why is the world so chaotic? Stephen - Fort Worth, TX (19:06)Is homosexuality similar to alcoholism? Can one say, “I'm a recovering homosexual”? Michelle - Fayetteville, AR (21:14)How can I address an atheist who says there's not enough evidence for God's existence? Al - Washington, DC (23:53)

On today's Bible Answer Man broadcast, Hank reflects on the end of the fiscal year, underscoring Christian unity and global missions while warning about The Church of Almighty God (Eastern Lightning), which claims a Chinese woman is the reincarnated Christ and the fulfillment of Jesus' Olivet Discourse. Doctrinally deviant and sociologically subversive, this group masquerades as a persecuted Christian movement to advance dangerous dogmas. In CRI's special issue of the Christian Research Journal, believers are equipped to recognize and confront such cults. Hank shows how your prayers, partnership, and generosity make an eternal difference in fulfilling the Great Commission.

On today's Bible Answer Man broadcast (06/27/25), Hank addresses the perverted understanding of money espoused by the prosperity gospel.Hank also answers the following questions:Does the armor of God in Ephesians 6 have a connection to Isaiah 59:17? Does Ephesians touch back to the Old Testament? Orville - Tulsa, OK (15:12)Regarding the assertion that Jesus never talked about homosexuality, Jesus' reference to Genesis 2 regarding divorce and remarriage shows that husband and wife relationships are male and female, correct? Orville - Tulsa, OK (16:55)I noticed that in Genesis 7:11, the first instance of the word month is mentioned in the Bible. Why is month never mentioned in creation? Is the lesser light in Genesis 1:16 speaking of the moon? Ron - Springfield, MO (20:56)I'm a part-time youth pastor considering full-time ministry. What is the biblical role of a pastor? Should it be a paid position? Craig - Macon, MO (24:04)

On today's Bible Answer Man broadcast (06/26/25), Hank answers the following questions:Why do the Gospels record a different version of the words of Jesus on the cross? Roger - Modesto, CA (1:31)I heard about a church doing a 90-day tithing challenge, basing it on Malachi 3:10. They promised to refund tithers if they didn't get their blessings. Is this right? Pam - Due West, SC (4:41)I heard a man preaching that he doesn't believe in the rapture, that it was founded a hundred or so years ago. What is biblically correct? Cassandra - Charlotte, NC (15:13)Revelation 20 talks about “the first resurrection,” which suggests a second resurrection. Where do you get that there will be no seven-year tribulation? Olivia - Marion, AR (19:02)

On today's Bible Answer Man broadcast (06/25/25), Hank answers the following questions:I've noticed more and more on Christian TV and radio, I am hearing false gospels, such as the prosperity gospel. What do you think is causing this? Doug - Moorestown, NJ (0:55)If you take out the rapture in the Book of Revelation, is the millennial reign of Jesus, the regeneration of Earth by fire, and peace on Earth still in the future? Ed - Colorado Springs, CO (6:31)Can you clarify your comments about God acting “trans-temporally”? If this is true, does such mean that Adam and Eve came into a fallen world? Ross - Alva, OK (15:14)I have Muslim friends. We debated that their Allah is the same God as Christianity. They claimed Christians have several gods. We also discussed radical Islam, and they brought up Christians who protest at abortion clinics. How should I respond to them? Sherry - El Dorado, KS (18:49)

On today's Bible Answer Man broadcast (06/24/25), Hank reflects on the end of the fiscal year, underscoring Christian unity and global missions while warning about The Church of Almighty God (Eastern Lightning), which claims a Chinese woman is the reincarnated Christ and the fulfillment of Jesus' Olivet Discourse. Doctrinally deviant and sociologically subversive, this group masquerades as a persecuted Christian movement to advance dangerous dogmas. In CRI's special issue of the Christian Research Journal, believers are equipped to recognize and confront such cults. Hank shows how your prayers, partnership, and generosity make an eternal difference in fulfilling the Great Commission.

On today's Bible Answer Man broadcast (06/23/25), Hank comments on the issue of death prior to Adam in the age of the Earth debate.Hank also answers the following questions:I'm doing a study on God's will for our lives. Are some people created as vessels of honor and others for dishonor according to Romans 9:18-23? Lisa - Oklahoma City, OK (6:07)Is it arrogant to be firm in your beliefs? Tina - Bellevue, NE (15:11)How does the passage about Jesus and the moneychangers relate to today? Someone keeps talking about multi-level business opportunities in church. Kevin - Oklahoma City, OK (19:02)

On today's Bible Answer Man broadcast, Hank discusses giving as it relates to different generations; comparing the War Generation with Baby Boomers, Gen X, and Millennials, and how we as Christians should be generous.Hank also answers the following questions:My friend does not believe Jesus is the Son of God, he thinks we are gods. He points to Psalm 82:6 and John 10 to support this idea. Can you respond? Jahira - Brooklyn, NY (15:11)Was the Earth one large continent prior to the flood called Pangaea? Does the split of the continents have anything to do with the Tower of Babel? Kyle - Oklahoma City, OK (20:09)Scripture mentions the New Heaven and New Earth. What is the purpose of the New Earth? Kyle - Oklahoma City, OK (22:19)Scripture says a person will be judged according to their knowledge of the Law. Is this correct? Kyle - Oklahoma City, OK (24:08)

On today's Bible Answer Man broadcast (06/20/25), we pick up where we ended on our previous broadcast and present more of an episode of the Hank Unplugged podcast. Hank is talking with Dr. John West, author of Stockholm Syndrome Christianity: Why America's Christian Leaders Are Failing—And What We Can Do About It. Hank and Dr. West discuss how Stockholm Syndrome Christians abandoned religious liberty, the importance of discernment when it comes to the entertainment we consume, and the problems with simply “following the science”.

On today's Bible Answer Man broadcast (06/19/25), we pick up where we ended on our previous broadcast and present more of an episode of the Hank Unplugged podcast. Hank is talking with Dr. John West, author of Stockholm Syndrome Christianity: Why America's Christian Leaders Are Failing—And What We Can Do About It. Hank and Dr. West discuss sexual suicide—how the devaluation of marriage within churches came before the culture, if Supreme Court Justice Anthony Kennedy an example of Stockholm Syndrome Christianity, the slippery slope for individuals, when “anti-racism” is actually racist, and how Stockholm Syndrome Christians abandoned religious liberty.

On today's Bible Answer Man broadcast (06/18/25), we pick up where we ended on our previous broadcast and present more of an episode of the Hank Unplugged podcast. Hank is talking with Dr. John West, author of Stockholm Syndrome Christianity: Why America's Christian Leaders Are Failing—And What We Can Do About It. Hank and Dr. West discuss the problems with secularism influencing scientific inquiry, if Neo-Darwinism and Christianity can co-exist, if theistic evolution is the worst of all possibilities, how the evolutionary paradigm is foundational for many of the other problematic “-isms”, and sexual suicide—how the devaluation of marriage within churches came before the culture.

On today's Bible Answer Man broadcast (06/17/25), we pick up where we ended on our previous broadcast and present more of an episode of the Hank Unplugged podcast. Hank is talking with Dr. John West, author of Stockholm Syndrome Christianity: Why America's Christian Leaders Are Failing—And What We Can Do About It. Hank and Dr. West discuss Andy Stanley's assertion that the Old Testament is obsolete, If it is necessary to call out Christian leaders by name, the ongoing Battle for the Bible—from Robert Gundry to Mike Licona, and the problems with secularism influencing scientific inquiry.

On today's Bible Answer Man broadcast (06/16/25), we present an episode of the Hank Unplugged podcast. Hank's guest is Dr. John West, author of Stockholm Syndrome Christianity: Why America's Christian Leaders Are Failing—And What We Can Do About It. Hank and Dr. West discuss what Stockholm Syndrome Christianity is, Seattle Pacific University as an example of Stockholm Syndrome Christianity, how parents can be sure of where to send their kids to school, and Andy Stanley's assertion that the Old Testament is obsolete.

On today's Bible Answer Man broadcast, we present an episode of the Hank Unplugged podcast. Hank's guest is biochemist Dr. Fuz Rana, co-author of the book, Humans 2.0: Scientific, Philosophical, and Theological Perspectives on Transhumanism. Hank and Dr. Rana discuss the relationship between superheroes, the transhumanist movement, and theodicy; what transhumanism is about, the problem with the myth of progress, transhumanism and transcendence, the importance of critical thinking and discernment regarding transhumanism and technology, gene editing, and understanding how different worldviews impact science and technology.

On today's Bible Answer Man broadcast (06/13/25), Hank answers the following questions:My son says the letter “J” was invented later, and Jesus is not the proper pronunciation of the Hebrew. Is Yeshua the proper name of Jesus? Robert - Arlington, TX (0:47)Are tornadoes, earthquakes, and natural disasters accelerating enough that we can consider them a sign of the end-times? Fred - Fort Wayne, IN (4:03)How do I address atheists who claim that there is absolute scientific evidence for numerous transitional forms in the fossil record? Walter - Topeka, KS (7:54)Did the Gospel writers have extensive knowledge of the Old Testament, or were they totally inspired by God? Jim - Shreveport, LA (15:11)Did the disciples who were fishermen or ordinary men study the Old Testament after they started their mission? Jim - Shreveport, LA (18:12)My father passed away. He was a believer. Where did he go? Is he “absent from the body…present with the Lord”? Dan - Gig Harbor, WA (20:27)Is it biblical to be slain in the Spirit, speak in tongues, and receive prophecies? David - San Antonio, TX (21:59)

On today's Bible Answer Man broadcast (06/12/25), Hank explains how reading Scripture “literally” means to read Scripture as literature, as opposed to being read in a wooden literal fashion.Hank also answers the following questions:In one of his books, Bob Fraley says that the beast is not a person, but a superpower, namely the United States. Does this undermine the partial preterist perspective on the beast? Dale - Kansas City, MO (3:49)If dragons were not real but mythological, why does the KJV Bible mention dragons 58 times, and why does Leviathan breathe fire? Ryan - Wichita, KS (15:12)Do you believe the KJV Bible is correct on the creation being 6,000 years old? Ryan - Wichita, KS (16:53)Can you explain what you mean by “true Israel”? Are you referring to the church? Anne - Memphis, TN (23:53)

On today's Bible Answer Man broadcast (06/11/25), Hank answers the following questions:Do you know the date of Noah's flood? John - San Diego, CA (0:51)How can I communicate truth to Jehovah's Witnesses about the deity of Christ when they reference their New World translation of the Bible? Jared - Olathe, KS (5:32)I feel like charismatics and Pentecostals are dependent upon hearing God's audible voice. Does God speak to us audibly? Wayne - St. Paul, MN (8:46)I hold 6,000-year days of creation. The millennium starts in the year 7000. What are your thoughts? Jim - Shreveport, LA (16:12)Should we boycott businesses that are owned and operated by homosexual people? James - Springfield, MO (21:30)

On today's Bible Answer Man broadcast (06/10/25), Hank answers the following questions:If angels can take physical form according to Hebrews 13:2, why can't demons do the same? Roger - Modesto, CA (1:27)Can you clarify your comments on the Mormon experience of the burning in the bosom in reading the Book of Mormon? Jeff - St. Louis, MO (5:23)My friend does not believe Jesus is the Son of God, he thinks we are gods. He points to Psalm 82:6 and John 10 to support this idea. Can you respond? Jahira - Brooklyn, NY (15:11)Was the Earth one large continent prior to the flood called Pangaea? Does the split of the continents have anything to do with the Tower of Babel? Kyle - Oklahoma City, OK (20:09)Scripture mentions the New Heaven and New Earth. What is the purpose of the New Earth? Kyle - Oklahoma City, OK (22:19)Scripture says a person will be judged according to their knowledge of the Law. Is this correct? Kyle - Oklahoma City, OK (24:08)

On today's Bible Answer Man broadcast (06/09/25), Hank discusses giving as it relates to different generations; comparing the War Generation with Baby Boomers, Gen X, and Millennials, and how we as Christians should be generous.Hank also answers the following questions:How did death enter the world? Ken - Freeport, IL (15:13)Is it okay for a Protestant to marry a Roman Catholic? Would we be unequally yoked? Steve - Dallas, TX (17:12)My pastor is beginning to get into the Word of Faith movement. Do you have any advice? Mike - Sikeston, MO (20:20)What do I tell someone who thinks that all religions will lead to heaven? Ethan - Atchison, KS (24:26)

On today's Bible Answer Man broadcast, Hank shares on the genius of the Book of Genesis and how it is an understatement to call it a literary masterpiece.Hank also answers the following questions:If God exists and He is good, why does He allow bad things to happen? Is it due to the apple and free will? Corey - Sioux City, IA (4:50)What does the Bible say about financial debt? Caller - Edmonton, AB (8:05)I believe homosexuality is a sin, but I take issue with how vehemently Christians are against homosexuality. Why do we treat it differently than other sins? John - Salt Lake City, UT (15:10)If what we believe determines how we live, how is it that there are atheists who live generally moral lives while denying the existence of God? Kevin - Wichita, KS (19:04)

On today's Bible Answer Man broadcast (06/06/25), we pick up where we ended on our previous broadcast and present more of an episode of the Hank Unplugged podcast. Hank is talking with biochemist Dr. Fuz Rana, co-author of the book, Humans 2.0: Scientific, Philosophical, and Theological Perspectives on Transhumanism. Hank and Dr. Rana discuss “Post-human” vs. “Superhuman”, the relationship between AI and transhumanism, how concerned we should be about the power of AI, the repercussions for granting citizenship to robots, Artificial Womb Technology (AWT), and the desire to transcend the limits that gender place on human potential.

On today's Bible Answer Man broadcast (06/05/25), we pick up where we ended on our previous broadcast and present more of an episode of the Hank Unplugged podcast. Hank is talking with biochemist Dr. Fuz Rana, co-author of the book, Humans 2.0: Scientific, Philosophical, and Theological Perspectives on Transhumanism. Hank and Dr. Rana discuss how language sets humans apart and remains a question evolutionists cannot answer, the impact of different worldviews on ethical and moral considerations we make in society regarding science and technology, what is meant by Humans 2.0, why Christians must involve themselves in discussions on emerging technologies, and “Post-human” vs. “Superhuman”.

On today's Bible Answer Man broadcast (06/04/25), we pick up where we ended on our previous broadcast and present more of an episode of the Hank Unplugged podcast. Hank is talking with biochemist Dr. Fuz Rana, co-author of the book, Humans 2.0: Scientific, Philosophical, and Theological Perspectives on Transhumanism. Hank and Dr. Rana discuss if humans should “play god”, the ethical complexity of stem cell research, cloning technology today, if gene editing is essentially a version of eugenics, how transhumanism demonstrates human exceptionalism, and how language sets humans apart and remains a question evolutionists cannot answer.

On today's Bible Answer Man broadcast (06/03/25), we pick up where we ended on our previous broadcast and present more of an episode of the Hank Unplugged podcast. Hank is talking with biochemist Dr. Fuz Rana, co-author of the book, Humans 2.0: Scientific, Philosophical, and Theological Perspectives on Transhumanism. Hank and Dr. Rana discuss the way different worldviews impact science and technology, Ethical intricacies of Neuralink and brain-computer interface (BCI) technology, the mind-body question, technologically seeking immortality—if aging is a disease to be cured, and if humans should “play god”.

On today's Bible Answer Man broadcast (06/02/25), we present an episode of the Hank Unplugged podcast. Hank's guest is biochemist Dr. Fuz Rana, co-author of the book, Humans 2.0: Scientific, Philosophical, and Theological Perspectives on Transhumanism. Hank and Dr. Rana discuss the relationship between superheroes, the transhumanist movement, and theodicy; what transhumanism is about, the problem with the myth of progress, transhumanism and transcendence, the importance of critical thinking and discernment regarding transhumanism and technology, gene editing, and understanding how different worldviews impact science and technology.

On today's Bible Answer Man broadcast, Hank comments on why theistic evolution is the worst of all possibilities on the issue of the origin of life.Hank also answers the following questions:What is the significance of the transfiguration? Significance of Moses and Elijah appearing as opposed to two angels? Edward - Louisville, KY (4:07)Is Isaiah 65:17-25 talking about the millennium? Could there be death in the millennium? Nathan - Tampa, FL (7:07)What is the true meaning of “It is easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle than for a rich person to enter the kingdom of heaven”? When are we considered “rich”? Ron - Las Vegas, NV (15:13)Can you recommend some of your books that will help me study the Bible? Steve - Seattle, WA (20:59)Can you explain the three-day journey into the desert in Exodus 5:3? Was Moses lying to Pharaoh about this? AJ - Murray, UT (23:15)

On today's Bible Answer Man broadcast (05/30/25), Hank answers the following questions:When the NIV takes generic masculine words and exchanges them for non-gendered words, is that appropriate? Scott - Olive Branch, MS (0:47)Is there a verse in the Old Testament that prophesies that the Jews would kill their own Messiah to fulfill messianic prophecy? Lorenzo - New York, NY (3:48)Was there ever any messiah before or after Jesus who would die by his people for blasphemy? Lorenzo - New York, NY (6:57)Can you clarify your statements to the previous caller? What prophecy was he referring to? Nate - Kansas City, MO (16:55)Is Mormonism the same as Christianity? I told some friends that they're different, but they said they're the same. Robert - St. Louis, MO (20:13)Do the dead have an awareness of the passage of time? Rick - Oklahoma City, OK (23:58)

On today's Bible Answer Man broadcast (05/29/25), Hank answers the following questions:Can you explain how heaven is not a place? Dan - Renton, WA (0:50)Do you believe that to be absent in the body means to be instantaneously with the Lord? Nicholas - Henderson, TN (19:23)What does it mean to be saved? Nicholas - Henderson, TN (23:35)

On today's Bible Answer Man broadcast (05/28/25), Hank speaks about how attempts to read modern scientific paradigms into Scriptural passages have given Christians one black eye after another.Hank also answers the following questions:Can God be in the presence of evil, as in the case of God speaking to Satan concerning Job? What is your opinion of God having counsel with angels in Job 2? Pam - Due West, SC (5:49)A friend recently passed away. He believed in God, but his deployment to Iraq changed him. Now that he is gone, is it okay to pray for God to have mercy upon his soul? Derek - Kansas City, MO (8:47)I believe homosexuality is a sin, but I take issue with how vehemently Christians are against homosexuality. Why do we treat it differently than other sins? John - Salt Lake City, UT (15:10)If what we believe determines how we live, how is it that there are atheists who live generally moral lives while denying the existence of God? Kevin - Wichita, KS (19:04)

On today's Bible Answer Man broadcast (05/27/25), Hank shares on the genius of the Book of Genesis and how it is an understatement to call it a literary masterpiece.Hank also answers the following questions:If God exists and He is good, why does He allow bad things to happen? Is it due to the apple and free will? Corey - Sioux City, IA (4:50)What does the Bible say about financial debt? Caller - Edmonton, AB (8:05)Does Leviticus 25:44-46 condone slavery? Derek - St. Louis, MO (15:11)Is there a literal fire in Hell? Margo - Laurel, MD (22:53)

On today's Bible Answer Man broadcast (05/26/25), Hank welcomes you to a special Memorial Day edition of the broadcast. In the midst of battling the evil of Nazism, British Prime Minister Winston Churchill said, “Never in the field of human conflict was so much owed by so many to so few.” Churchill's words ring true today as we celebrate Memorial Day in the United States. A day to honor those who, in the words of Abraham Lincoln, “gave the last full measure of devotion” in their sacrifice for freedom. We here at the Christian Research Institute offer our deepest respect, honor, and thankfulness to those who have sacrificed all to protect and defend the freedoms we enjoy in this country. But we are also committed to preserving freedoms that are definitively being compromised in the present generation. As history demonstrates, we must ever remain vigilant. Which leads to a quintessential question: “Under what conditions is war justified?”

On today's Bible Answer Man broadcast, Hank talks about the essential elements of Genesis 1 and 2.Hank also answers the following questions:I was discussing Jesus with my Buddhist father-in-law. He asked how I know Jesus is pure if we do not know His whole history. What are your thoughts? Chad - Orangeville, CA (3:56)In 1 Samuel 15:11, how could God be disappointed in Saul if He knew that Saul would disappoint Him? Chad - Orangeville, CA (7:57)Is it possible to learn essential truth from a heretic such as Joyce Meyer? Jenny - Front Royal, VA (15:11)Can you give me an in-depth overview of Mormonism and the Church of Christ? Beauford - Kansas City, MO (18:25)Are ghosts real? Can a demon possess a Christian? Nathan - Memphis, TN (23:22)

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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