Q&A: The Serpent, Black Hebrew Israelites, and Drinking Alcohol

On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (12/21/23), Hank answers the following questions:

Was the serpent in the Garden of Eden a real snake? Mike - Kansas City, MO (0:49)
In James chapter 5, who is James talking about when he refers to the rich? Lisa - Charlotte, NC (3:30)
Can you give me some more information about the Black Hebrew Israelites and what they believe? Tiffany - Oklahoma City, OK (6:12)
What are your thoughts on Zeitgeist: the Movie? David - Clovis, CA (15:12)
Is Matthew 18:15 talking about an individual sin or living in sin? Zack - Stillwater, OK (16:59)
Is it okay to drink alcohol? What if drinking causes someone to stumble? James - Charlotte, NC (18:26)
How do you know when God is speaking? Robert - Dallas, TX (21:04)
How do we know the difference between an accusation from the devil and the conviction of the Holy Spirit? Robert - Dallas, TX (23:59)