Episodes

  • The Book of Mormon, and Q&A

    The Book of Mormon, and Q&A
    Jul 9 2025
    On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (07/09/25), Hank offers a critique of the historicity and reliability of the Book of Mormon, showing that it is human, rather than divine in origin.

    Hank also answers the following questions:

    I take issue with Creflo Dollar’s teaching about us being equal to God. What are your thoughts? Ronna - New Bransfield, TX (5:53)
    God said, “The man has become like one of us, knowing good and evil” in Genesis 3:22. Can you expound upon this? David - Pleasantville, PA (9:20)
    My son has determined that the Bible is just a good story book. He thinks there is a Creator, but it is not God. Can you give me some advice? Shirley - Chicago, IL (15:11)
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    28 mins
  • Q&A: Creation of the Stars, the Book of Revelation, and Moses Striking the Rock

    Q&A: Creation of the Stars, the Book of Revelation, and Moses Striking the Rock
    Jul 8 2025
    On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (07/08/25), Hank answers the following questions:

    Can you explain why Mark’s Gospel chronicles a young man who ran away naked in Mark 14:51? Jason - Charlotte, NC (0:55)
    Does Genesis 1 say that God created night and day before the stars? Jason - Sioux Falls, SD (4:07)
    Can you clarify your view of the Tribulation and when the events of Revelation took place? Eddie - St. Louis, MO (15:10)
    What is the significance of Moses hitting the rock and not speaking to it as God commanded? Brian - Hartford, MI (23:22)
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    28 mins
  • Q&A: Tithing, God’s Regret, and the Star of David

    Q&A: Tithing, God’s Regret, and the Star of David
    Jul 7 2025
    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)
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    28 mins
  • Best of BAM: Death Before Adam, and Q&A

    Best of BAM: Death Before Adam, and Q&A
    Jul 5 2025
    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)
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    28 mins
  • Independence Day 2025 with Francis Beckwith

    Independence Day 2025 with Francis Beckwith
    Jul 4 2025
    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.
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    28 mins
  • Q&A: Jesus’ Name, Relativism, and Leaving a Church

    Q&A: Jesus’ Name, Relativism, and Leaving a Church
    Jul 3 2025
    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)
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    28 mins
  • Q&A: God’s Chosen People, Blasphemy of the Holy Spirit, and Drinking Alcohol

    Q&A: God’s Chosen People, Blasphemy of the Holy Spirit, and Drinking Alcohol
    Jul 2 2025
    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)
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    28 mins
  • Q&A: The Long Ending of Mark, Personal Prophecy, and Defending the Bible

    Q&A: The Long Ending of Mark, Personal Prophecy, and Defending the Bible
    Jul 1 2025
    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)
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    28 mins