Q&A: Animal Sacrifices, Violating the Sabbath, and God’s Calling on Your Life

Q&A: Animal Sacrifices, Violating the Sabbath, and God’s Calling on Your Life

Author: The Christian Research Institute August 14, 2026 Duration: 28:01
On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (08/13/26), Hank answers the following questions:

Does Hebrews 8:3-5 encourage Christians to continue animal sacrifices? Pete - Farmington, NM (0:48)
Luke in Acts records speeches of Peter and Paul, and the dialogue between Philip and the Ethiopian. How does he write them verbatim? Pete - Farmington, NM (4:39)
How do we know the New Testament writers were not self-fulfilling Old Testament prophecies? Pete - Farmington, NM (5:46)
Do the blessings and curses in Genesis 12:3 apply only to Abraham, not to Israel? Joe - Cleveland, OH (8:47)
If I lie, will I be violating the 9th Commandment? What constitutes violating the 4th Commandment on the Sabbath? Gene - Charlotte, NC (16:56)
Did Jesus use Yahweh, the tetragrammaton, the divine sacred name of the Father? Paul - Vancouver, BC (20:08)
How do you know God has called you to a specific career? Adam - Overland Park, KS (23:55)

For decades, Hank Hanegraaff has been known as the Bible Answer Man, a voice of thoughtful Christian apologetics. This Bible Answer Man Podcast with Hank Hanegraaff continues that legacy, produced by The Christian Research Institute. Each episode is built around the real questions people are asking, moving beyond simple soundbites to provide substantive, well-reasoned discussions rooted in historic Christian thought. You'll hear Hank engage with topics spanning theology, cultural trends, and personal spirituality, offering clarity on complex issues. The aim is to equip thoughtful believers with a deeper understanding of their faith, fostering confidence in both belief and practice. This isn't about superficial debate but about building a resilient, informed walk. The conversations naturally weave through matters of religion, society, and education, reflecting a comprehensive view of faith in the modern world. Tuning into this podcast means joining a long-running dialogue dedicated to intellectual integrity and spiritual growth, where challenging questions are met with respect and thorough exploration. It’s for anyone seeking to move past confusion and find coherent, biblically grounded perspectives on the issues that matter most.
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