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Pastor Lloyd Pulley of Calvary Chapel Old Bridge studies through the Bible, verse by verse.
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Monday - Thursday 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Bridge Bible Talk is a daily live Q&A program featuring Pastor Robert Baltodano, General Manager of The Bridge Christian Radio & Calvary Old Bridge's Senior Pastor Lloyd Pulley. Pastor Lloyd and Pastor Robert will be answering all of your everyday Bible and Christian Living questions. To ask your questions on air call 888-71BRIDGE (888-712-7434) or email Questions@bbtlive.org
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Since our early days in Sunday School we’ve heard over and over again that we are saved by grace and not by works. We’ve committed verses like Ephesians two, verses eight and nine to our memory to reinforce that belief. Then we run across verses in James chapter two that at first glance seem to contradict the doctrine of salvation by grace alone th…
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Hosts Pastor Robert Baltodano and Pastor John Durante Question Timestamps: Marisol, TX (2:35) - Why was the Sabbath changed from Saturday to Sunday? Lori, NJ (8:04) - Why do the majority of Christians observe the Sabbath on Sunday when God commanded it to be on the seventh day? Why do people disregard it by saying it’s legalistic? Michael, NJ (13:2…
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Hosts Pastor Robert Baltodano and Pastor Tim Hamilton Question Timestamps: Nancy, NJ (4:13) - Why does Jeremiah 46:25 say that God will punish other gods? Isn’t God the only God? Henry, NJ (7:02) - Is the rapture post- or pre-tribulation? Why is it such a controversial issue for the Catholic Church to believe? Tom, HI (14:14) - How can we believe G…
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As we study James chapter two today, we’re going to discuss a subject of some controversy. The relationship between faith and works. James says faith without works is dead, while Paul said we are saved by faith, apart from any works! Is there a way for these two statements to coexist? We’ll find out today on our broadcast.…
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Hosts Vincent Fernandez and Pastor Robert Baltodano Question Timestamps: Eric, NJ (3:05) - Can you explain the war in Israel, and our biblical role as Christians? Michelle, MA (6:30) - What would you say to all Christians about uniting the different denominations? John, CA (11:45) - When looking for a spouse, is it a “no-go” if they have been marri…
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Bigotry and racism are front page items in today’s world. The upcoming election is proof of that. Can you recall a time in history when this country has been more racially divided? And our national media seems intent on stoking the racial fires unceasingly. On today’s program, we see James underscore the sin of partiality. We’ll soon see that when …
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On today’s broadcast, Pastor Lloyd Pulley returns to our study of James. In our day and age, we’re encouraged to have favorites... from our favorite ice cream to our favorite sports team. We have our favorite restaurant, and favorite friends too. On today’s program, we see James underscore the sin of partiality. We’ll soon see that when it comes to…
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Hosts Pastor Robert Baltodano and Rico Basso Question Timestamps: Thomas, NJ (1:55) - What happens to the spirit of a baby that is aborted? Sara, NY (4:05) - How can you identify when your profession has become too important or ambitious? Leela, NJ (9:02) - What is the difference between the Talmud and the Torah? What are the Zohar and the Kabbalah…
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Today on Bridging the Gap, as we return to our study of James, we’ll be reminded of the power of words. They have the power to motivate millions of people to hang tough in a difficult situation, and they have the ability to cut a person to ribbons. Pastor Lloyd Pulley is our teacher, and on today’s program, he’ll show us what James has to say on th…
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Today on Bridging the Gap, we continue our series in James by taking a look at the end of chapter one. Here’s pastor Lloyd Pulley with a message titled “True Religion”.By Lloyd Pulley
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Hosts Dr. Jay Falzarano and Pastor Lloyd Pulley Question Timestamps: Crystal, NJ (5:22) - Why does one passage say that the Father knows something Jesus doesn’t, but another says if you know Jesus you know the Father? Can you explain this? Nancy, Facebook (12:54) - If Ramses was the first born, why did God spare him during the Passover? Karen, UT (…
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If you pay much attention to current events today, you may have noticed a trend among many people - a trend toward resignation. I don't mean quitting jobs, I mean being resigned to living an incomplete life. People walking around without purpose - just running out the string. It doesn’t have to be that way! Today we’ll continue a look at the epistl…
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Hosts Pastor Robert Baltodano and Pastor Lloyd Pulley Question Timestamps: Daniel, NY (2:47) - Has Jesus always been the son of God, or did he become the son of God after the virgin birth? Was Melchizedek the Holy Spirit? Aaron, NY (8:16) - Is our sin nature in the Bible? Is the idea that our sin nature is passed down from Adam biblical? Ann-Marie,…
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If there’s one concrete lesson to be learned in the second half of James chapter one, it’s the fact that there’s a huge difference between saying you’re a Christian and living a life that reflects that you’re a Christian. We find here that we are to be “doers of the word”. That’s a pretty hefty responsibility, and we most certainly need divine help…
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Hosts Pastor Robert Baltodano and Pastor Lloyd Pulley Question Timestamps: Leela, NJ (1:50) - If God is omnipresent, does that mean he’s also in hell? What is our position in relation to angels? Does our position with angels change when we get to heaven? Can demons hear us when we pray out loud? What about when we write down our prayers? Should we …
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Today on Bridging the Gap, pastor Lloyd Pulley resumes his verse by verse study of James, by taking us back to chapter one. In verses nineteen and twenty, we find James referring to something that will put us in a position to receive and respond to God’s Word.By Lloyd Pulley
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Hosts Pastor Robert Baltodano and Pastor Lloyd Pulley Question Timestamps: John, PA (3:15) - Why didn’t Jesus have a wife? Gayle, GA (5:30) - Why were Medad and Eldad not at the tent of meeting? David, HI (7:53) - Did the military coalition in Jeremiah 50 originally serve the Antichrist? Arlene, NY (9:32) - If a man abandons his wife and marries an…
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We are in the beginning stages of a new series in James. Everyone admires consistency. Having a friend who consistently supports you and encourages you is a real blessing. To be a consistent Christian is a real challenge, isn’t it? Trials come our way. Temptation is always out there. James has some great insights regarding consistency in the first …
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Welcome to today’s edition of Bridging the Gap with Pastor Lloyd Pulley as we return to our new verse by verse study in James. Wisdom is something we all need at various times in our lives, in fact more times than not. James makes it clear that we should go to God, the author of wisdom, when in need.…
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Hosts Vincent Fernandez and Pastor Robert Baltodano Question Timestamps: Susan, NY (1:38) - My church says I can’t get baptized because I’m living with the father of my children, what should I do? Greg, VA (7:38) - Why did God try to solve the problem of sin by flooding the Earth? Ron, HI (9:28) - Can you explain Ephesians 4:9-10? Robert, SC (13:56…
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Today we continue our look at James with pastor Lloyd Pulley. If you had to describe your life, and what's going on right now, I think it's safe to say many of us would point to a trial or two that we're experiencing. And maybe you feel like you're being steamrolled by a trial right now? Today, we receive great encouragement from James, who went th…
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Hosts Rico Basso and Pastor Robert Baltodano Question Timestamps: John, email (2:48) - How can I ease my worrying and know that I am truly saved and my salvation is secure? Karen, NJ (7:02) - What is a real godly marriage? What is required to be married? Davis, NY (10:26) - Why is Stephen’s vision of Jesus seated next to God, different from John’s …
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Today we enter the New Testament book of James. You'll find James toward the back of the New Testament, right after Hebrews. James was the half brother of our Lord Jesus Christ, and as we'll see during this study, he was a preacher of extraordinary passion. The book of James is all about faith in Christ, and what a relationship with Him really mean…
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Hosts Pastor Robert Baltodano and Pastor Tim Hamilton Question Timestamps: Lisa, NJ (3:51) - Are the chapters Ezekiel 25-27 related to end times and current events? Does it say in the Bible that the apostle John did die? Trisha, PA (10:46) - Is a person who says they are a Christian but doesn’t bear any fruit not saved? Kathryn, NY (15:24) - What b…
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Pastor Lloyd Pulley will bring us today the final message in his series titled “A Higher Purpose, A Higher Calling”. One of the best known stories in the Old Testament is the sad tale of Samson. The facts are pretty familiar to most of us who ever attended Vacation Bible School, but perhaps today we can approach Samson’s story from an angle that wi…
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Hosts Dr. Jay Falzarano and Pastor John Durante Question Timestamps: John, NJ (4:46) - Should I continue to defend myself and my faith when I come under attack as a Christian influencer? Michael, Facebook (13:34) - Can you explain the symbolism of water baptism? David, email (19:36) - Why don’t we see many miracles today, in comparison to the time …
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Today on Bridging the Gap. we’ll see Gideon in a predicament - his army of three hundred against thousands of Midianites. Gideon sought the Lord’s counsel . I’ll let pastor Lloyd take it from here. Our scripture reference is Judges chapters six through eight.By Lloyd Pulley
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You know, there are many men in the Bible who’s lives provide great lessons for us. King David, a man after God’s own heart. Paul, who went from a persecutor of Christians to writing much of the New Testament. And then there’s a man named Gideon. Gideon was given a great task to perform by God, and despite the seemingly long odds, he obeyed God and…
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Hosts Vincent Fernandez and Pastor Tim Hamilton Question Timestamps: LC, email (3:09) - Are Christians called to reconcile with someone who has never admitted to or repented of wrong doings in addition to forgiving them? What is your advice for someone in a destructive marriage? Clarence, VA (13:59) - Why do you call believers “Christians?” Wasn’t …
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Today on Bridging the Gap, pastor Lloyd Pulley shares once again about our higher calling as Christians. The question is, are we ready and willing to accept that challenge?By Lloyd Pulley
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Hosts Pastor Robert Baltodano and Pastor Lloyd Pulley Question Timestamps: Introduction to guest Bill Welty (1:10) Thomas, NY (5:57) - What’s a good study Bible I can use? Andy, NJ (9:01) - How do we ensure that pastors we are listening to are doing right? Nelson, NJ (10:28) - What role do our feelings play in our relationship with God? Audience Me…
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In Judges chapter nine, we read an interesting fable about trees that were recruiting a King. Say what? I know, it sounds strange, but there’s a great lesson for us here, so stay with us.By Lloyd Pulley
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Hosts Pastor Robert Baltodano and Pastor Lloyd Pulley Question Timestamps: Thomas, NJ (2:10) - Why do people think they are betraying their church by visiting another church? Andy, NJ (5:04) - How can I share the truth with my friend who is a Mormon? Beth, NJ (7:33) - Why was the New Testament written in Greek, when the original authors were Hebrew…
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There are many false religions and cults operating around the world today, and they were all started for the same basic reason - people shaping God to conform to their desires, instead of the other way around. Pastor Lloyd Pulley is currently sharing a series called “A Higher Purpose, A Higher Calling”. and we’ll look again today at a man named Mic…
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Have you ever thought about how special it really is to be a Christian? You and I are God’s children, saved from our sin by the Lord’s death on a cross. That’s pretty special, wouldn’t you agree? If it's so wonderful, why do so many people reject the Lord’s gift and make up their own religion? That’s the question we’ll consider today as pastor Lloy…
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Compromise can be costly in marriage, and in other areas of life as well. Today as we again look at Judges chapter two, we’ll see just how costly compromise was for the people of Israel, when it came to their relationship with God. Our current series is called “A Higher Purpose, A Higher Calling”. Here’s pastor Lloyd Pulley, with an admonition to k…
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Hosts Pastor Robert Baltodano and Pastor Lloyd Pulley Question Timestamps: Leila, NJ (2:20) - The Bible says women should submit to their husbands, does this include submitting in physical or verbal abuse? What if the man doesn’t want to go to counseling or get other outside help? Is there a point where a woman can get a divorce? Can you get saved …
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In the early 1990’s, President Bush compromised with Congress and broke his “no new taxes” pledge. It ended up costing him the election in 1992. You can even go back to biblical times and find many instances where compromise was costly. That’s what we’ll do today as we open our Bibles to Judges chapter two. God’s chosen people compromised in their …
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Hosts Pastor Robert Baltodano and Pastor Lloyd Pulley Question Timestamps: Cathy, GA (2:02) - Who was in the bush in Exodus 3, an angel or God? Vincent, NY (5:05) - Is it okay to pray to the Trinity? Does a person’s faith or lack of faith make them open to demonic influence? Michael, NJ (11:14) - How should we respond to people mocking God, such as…
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We are all called as Christians to a higher calling - to serve God in a special way that’s uniquely us! Our new series here on Bridging the Gap is called “A Higher Purpose, A Higher Calling”, and we’re looking at the lives of some great men in the Old Testament, who accepted that higher calling and made a great impact in God’s Kingdom. Today we’ll …
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Hosts Pastor Robert Baltodano and Pastor Lloyd Pulley Question Timestamps: Jose, NY (2:08) - Is the angel of death in Exodus a demonic entity or an angel? Robert, YouTube (4:42) - What is “lordship salvation?” Is it sound biblical teaching? John, NY (7:55) - Why did God even put the tree in the garden? Harold, NY (13:36) - Why does Jesus say that t…
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On this day we begin a new series on the program, called “A Higher Purpose, A Higher Calling”. As believers in Jesus Christ, we do indeed have a higher calling. It’s a huge responsibility, but at the same time, what a joy it can be! We’re going to spend the next couple of weeks looking at some Old Testament passages and learning how some men accept…
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Hosts Pastor Robert Baltodano and Dr. Jay Falzarano Question Timestamps: David, HI (1:34) - Why don’t religions teach on the economy of grace rather than the Law? Leila, NJ (4:51) - What is the difference between the spiritual gift of wisdom versus the spiritual gift of knowledge? Why do Muslims still sacrifice animals? Why did God wrestle with Jac…
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In Paul’s final words to the church of Thessalonica, he teaches that in order for them to have peace within themselves and with each other, they must first have the peace of God. That’s a needed reminder for us too. Peace is an elusive commodity in the world we live in, and if we truly want everlasting peace, there is only one place to turn.…
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It’s truly amazing how many people have decided to take their chances and live a sinful lifestyle when the consequences of such a life are too terrible to even contemplate. When it comes to eternity, I don’t want any question marks.Eternity is too long to live with a question mark.By Lloyd Pulley
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Hosts Pastor Lloyd Pulley and Karen Pulley Question Timestamps: Thomas, NJ (1:45) - Why does John 12:32 use the word “if?” Isn’t it guaranteed to happen? Does the verse that says “he who hates his life” support suicide? Email (5:54) - Do wives have to submit to their husbands? Ken, NJ (12:12) - How can it be that God would form me in the womb with …
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The election is three and a half months away, and every Christian should exercise their right to have their voice heard at the ballot box. One thing that always sees to be a casualty come election time is the truth. Those ads we see over and over again on TV are filled with accusations and promises that rarely if ever turn out to be authentic.…
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Hosts Rico Basso and Pastor Lloyd Pulley Question Timestamps: Durga, NJ (2:59) - Is God in control of everything in our life day by day, such as how we live, our thoughts, and our moods? Kez, TX (6:11) - Is the Geneva Bible reliable? How does it compare to the King James Bible? If the Geneva Bible isn’t reliable, why not? Matthew, NJ (13:15) - What…
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Today we begin a study in Second Thessalonians chapter three. In this chapter, Paul wraps up his thoughts on the truth of God’s word, how the world is in desperate need of knowing that truth and how we should be sharing that truth as we await the return of the Lord.By Lloyd Pulley
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Hosts Rico Basso and Pastor Lloyd Pulley Question Timestamps: Email (7:22) - What were the requirements to get into heaven before Jesus came? Dan, NJ (9:39) - Was Abraham born when Nimrod was present on Earth? John, NJ (15:19) - Should I change churches due to my health issues? Lisa, NJ (18:19) - How do you know if believers before Jesus would have…
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