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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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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: 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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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We’re currently traveling verse by verse through Paul’s second letter to the Thessalonians and are focusing in on chapter two today. In this section of Scripture, Paul writes about what is known as The Great Apostasy, a day in which there will be a massive falling away from the faith. He exhorts us to stand fast in the faith because there will be m…
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Hosts Vincent Fernandez and Pastor Lloyd Pulley Question Timestamps: Elliot, email (3:47) - What is the best book of the Bible for a new believer? Jennifer, email (6:10) - What is the best way to help children get interested in and connected to God? Steve, VA (10:48) - Does the Bible tell us how long Job went through his trials before God restored …
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If you’re familiar with God’s word, you probably already know the topic today - the antichrist. Who will he be? How will we know it’s really him? Will we even be around when he starts his reign of deceit? Those are corny asked questions about this particular chapter, and Lloyd will provide some sound answers today so open your bible to Second Thess…
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Hosts Pastor Lloyd Pulley and Dr. Jay Falzarano Question Timestamps: Margaret, AK (3:44) - Satan is currently roaming free on the Earth, when will he be locked up? Carol, email (10:04) - Can you explain Romans 3:19-20? Renee, email (12:19) - Will you go to hell if you don’t go to the church building? Richard, email (16:23) - Am I a real Christian i…
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Today on Bridging the Gap with Pastor Lloyd Pulley, we’ll learn more the signs of the last days mentioned in Second Thessalonians. There is no question that anyone who takes an honest look at the world today would conclude that we are definitely living in the final days before Jesus returns. Are you keeping watch for the return of the Lord?…
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Hosts Pastor Robert Baltodano and Pastor Lloyd Pulley Question Timestamps: Debbie, NY (3:54) - Do we need to compromise on abortion to get this country back on track? Bill, TN (10:42) - Can your sins be forgiven but you still end up in hell? Evelyn, NY (14:25) - Can someone with dementia be saved? What can I do as a loved one and a Christian to hel…
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On today’s broadcast we continue verse by verse through Second Thessalonians. We’ve come to chapter two in our study and the signs of the End Times. Two of those signs are the great Apostasy - where many turn away from the Lord and the coming of the Antichrist. Men and women who think they are too wise to be deceived, will indeed be deceived!…
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Hosts Pastor Robert Baltodano and Pastor Lloyd Pulley Question Timestamps: Anna, Facebook (4:29) - Why are the details of Jesus feeding the multitudes different across the gospels? Email (6:19) - Why does Ezekiel 14:14 list Noah, Daniel, and Job as righteous men? Why that order? Email (10:41) - What is your opinion on megachurches? Email (13:14) - …
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Today Pastor Lloyd continues a new series through First Thessalonians. It’s here we’ll discover the change that took place in the city of Thessalonica as a result of believing the gospel of Jesus Christ. Having come into a relationship with God through Jesus Christ, there was a real peace in the lives of the Thessalonian believers. They were on fir…
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Hosts Pastor Robert Baltodano and Pastor Lloyd Pulley Question Timestamps: Bobby, DE (4:50) - Why does Acts 11:24 say that Barnabas was a good man, but Jesus said “there is no one good?” Michael, email (7:47) - How should I respond to people who call me a hypocrite when I preach the gospel? Dominic, Facebook (9:09) - How can we be assured we are sa…
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