Bridge Bible Talk

LIVE from Calvary Chapel Golden Springs

Hosts Pastor Robert Baltodano and Pastor Lloyd Pulley with Guest Pastor Larry Powers

Question Timestamps:

1. Introduction to Guest Pastor Larry Powers (1:32)
2. Bobby, DE (3:25) - Should I attend my family's Catholic baptism?
3. Nyro, YouTube (8:03) - Where do you land on lordship salvation or free grace theology? What about repentance and repentance of sin? Would repenting be a work? Are we supposed to change our minds about trusting in worldly things and turn to Christ? Or are we supposed to repent of sin and then believe?
4. Rafael, FL (12:26) - Why did God put the serpent in the garden? If Adam and Eve didn't have knowledge of evil, how could they know that the fruit was evil?
5. Email (18:10) - What does the Bible say about racial reconciliation?
6. Email (21:52) - How can Christians engage the secular culture in a way that brings people to Christ?
7. Clarence, NJ (34:08) - When you die, will you burn in hell forever?
8. Jonathan, YouTube (40:26) - Can a female be a preacher of the gospel but not a pastor? How do you know you are called to be a pastor?
9. Email (47:29) - In a multi-generational church, how can older and younger believers meaningfully partner and avoid cultural conflict?
10. Email (51:42) - How can accountability relationships be healthy rather than judgmental?
11. Email (53:57) - How do we encourage people who feel stuck in their faith journey?

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LIVE from the Real Life Network Studio

Hosts Pastor Robert Baltodano and Guest Pastor Bern Eslava

Question Timestamps:

1. Introduction to Guest Pastor Bern Eslava (2:33)
2. Thomas, MA (6:29) - How do I go about bringing Free Masons to Christ?
3. Jackie, TX (15:04) - What is the Christian thought on cremation?
4. Michael, TX (20:13) - What does the Hebrew word for "firmament" mean? What about the flat Earth theory?
5. Colten, TX (34:26) - What advice would you give for talking to my unsaved friend?
6. James, VA (39:34) - Do you receive the Holy Spirit when you are water baptized, not when you are saved? Where does that idea come from?
7. Eric, NJ (45:19) - Is the Ezekiel 38 war a pre-Tribulation war or a post-Tribulation war?
8. William, NY (48:54) - Would it be okay for me to baptize my parents?
9. Email (51:40) - What spiritual disciplines are most effective for spiritual growth over decades and not just the first year in faith?
10. Email (53:45) - What is the difference between being a churchgoer and being a disciple?

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LIVE from the Real Life Network Studios

Hosts Pastor Robert Baltodano and Guest Pastor Johnny Zacchio

Question Timestamps:

1. Introduction to Guest Pastor Johnny Zacchio (1:33)
2. Jessica, YouTube (2:22) - Is the IUD birth control a sin?
3. Sean, email (4:06) - Should Christians be doing more as Muslim politicians are growing in prominence?
4. Michael, email (9:30) - When we are reunited with our loved ones in heaven, is it possible they will have seen our sins on Earth?
5. Tammy, VA (13:27) - What happens to a believer that dies in a backslidden state?
6. Steve, NY (19:22) - Are we going to know our children in heaven, or our wives and family members? Would you recommend against telling your children "we will be together forever in heaven?" How would you encourage my daughter about heaven?
7. Email (28:14) - How should I mentor someone younger in the faith?
8. Crystabel, FL (33:46) - What would you recommend for a young couple that wants to get married, but can't because it's too expensive?
9. Michael, Facebook (43:46) - Are we born again when we believe in Jesus?
10. Jonathan, YouTube (45:50) - Can a married Christian couple work with two different doctrines?
11. Dee, SC (46:57) - What are the roles of female pastors today?
12. Jonathan, YouTube (51:35) - Can a marriage between a Pentecostal and Reformist work?
13. Email (53:52) - Should we care about denominational roots?
14. Tim, WI (55:13) - Were the books of John, 1 John, 2 John, 3 John, and Revelation written by the same person?

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LIVE from Calvary Chapel Golden Springs

Hosts Pastor Robert Baltodano and Guest Pastor Sean McKeehan

Question Timestamps:

1. Introduction to Guest Pastor Sean McKeehan (1:13)
2. Sean, email (2:46) - Why do tragic circumstances happen to humans?
3. Patty, NJ (10:22) - In Ezekiel, why does the capitalization of "son of man" change? Why did God have Ezekiel lay on his side for the sins of Israel and Judah? Are the predictions in Deuteronomy 31-32 fulfilled in Jeremiah and Lamentations?
4. George, YouTube (18:27) - Jesus often took Peter, James, and John when he went to pray or heal people, why do you think he chose them most of the time?
5. Lee, YouTube (22:50) - Do you agree that God chose Paul and not the other way around? If so, then how do we explain that we have free will?
6. Email (25:32) - How can older and younger believers partner effectively in church?
7. Gordon, UT (37:31) - What happened to the souls of sinners that died before Jesus died?
8. Caroline, TN (40:23) - Why does the number 666 show up so often now? Do we still recognize the Sabbath on Saturday as Christians? What does the word "fulfill" mean when Jesus said he "fulfilled the Law?"
9. Email (50:33) - How should Christians think about AI?
10. Elaine, NJ (54:16) - Does the vision of Joshua the high priest in Zechariah 3:1, mean that Satan is standing at the side of the Lord?

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Hosts Pastor Robert Baltodano and Pastor Lloyd Pulley

Question Timestamps:

1. Charles, VA (2:48) - How does a loving God allow bad things to happen?
2. Asmar, NJ (8:37) - When the devil tempted Jesus, did he know that Jesus was God in human form?
3. Pamela, NY (10:57) - Where did the saints go before Jesus died on the cross?
4. Yanni, Athens, Greece (15:35) - Where do the people that don't have access to the Bible go when they die?
5. Mark, SC (20:12) - Is it okay for a Christian to donate their body to science or get cremated after death?
6. Gracie, TN (25:02) - How will people be able to get into heaven without hearing the Gospel?
7. Jon, email (33:34) - Can you give more details on Matthew 27:52-53? Why isn't this in the other Gospels as well? Are there more accounts of this?
8. Stacey, Facebook (39:11) - Where is Satan released to after the millennial reign?
9. Shane, FL (41:57) - How do I rest in the finished work of Christ through ups and downs?
10. Matt, VA (45:25) - Why are there four guys missing in Matthew's genealogy?
11. Monique, GA (49:15) - What should you do if you are serving under a pastor that doesn't believe in tithing?

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Hosts Pastor Robert Baltodano and Pastor Tim Hamilton

Question Timestamps:

1. Heineile, Spotify (2:20) - Is it okay to have tattoos with the meaning of God in them?
2. Email (4:21) - How should Christians navigate using social media?
3. Pastor Lloyd Pulley (7:57) - Calling in to promote visit to Calvary Chapel Hudson Valley.
4. Anonymous, NJ (10:59) - Will the Rapture be pre-Tribulation, mid-Tribulation, or post-Tribulation? Can you explain Gog and Magog? What about the 144,000?
5. Email (17:04) - How can the Christmas message transform the way you live the rest of the year?
6. Doug, NY (20:46) - Can you explain Leviticus 19:28?
7. Email (25:00) - Can I pray my dead family member into heaven?
8. Email (27:18) - How do believers in persecuted or restricted countries live out the gospel?
9. Dolores, NJ (33:51) - Are you still saved if you are a homosexual?
10. Robbie, NY (44:23) - What language did everyone speak in Genesis 11?
11. Email (46:23) - What spiritual disciplines are most effective for growth, and how can I make them fit my season in life?
12. Vincent, NY (50:20) - What are your thoughts on the Case for Heaven movie?
13. Sylvia, MA (52:55) - After my father passed away, my father's pastor suggested that I would receive a visit from my father. What are your thoughts on that?

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Hosts Pastor Vincent Fernandez and Pastor Robert Baltodano

Question Timestamps:

1. Anonymous, email (2:49) - What steps should I take to become more grounded and allow others to see that I'm still a believer?
2. Paul, NJ (7:24) - In the Bible, God spoke to people in the past, but how does that apply to us today?
3. Enoch, NY (11:52) - How does someone go about hiding God's word in their heart?
4. Maria, FL (17:48) - Is it Biblical to become a Messianic Jew?
5. Dwayne, SC (23:10) - Do we have to have our marriage recognized by the government or other people, in order for God to recognize it?
6. Marco, FL (33:58) - Is it a command to have children according to Genesis 9:1?
7. Jacob, KY (43:43) - Is it Biblically okay to join the military, since the Bible says not to swear or take oaths?
8. Janet, NJ (47:53) - My husband and I got divorced three years into our marriage, but didn't separate. Are we living in sin now since we aren't married?
9. Julie, NY (52:27) - Does God see going to the doctor as not trusting in him?

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Hosts Pastor Robert Baltodano and Guest Pastor Bob Davis

Question Timestamps:

1. Introduction to Pastor Bob Davis (1:19)
2. Matthew, NJ (3:00) - Does the Holy Spirit communicate with our spirit while we are sleeping?
3. Dan, email (5:35) - What did Jesus mean when He said "some standing here won't taste death until they see the Son of Man coming in His Kingdom?" What about when He said "you will not have gone through the cities of Israel before the Son of Man comes?"
4. Erica, UT (8:56) - What is the proper way to read the Bible?
5. Karl, NH (12:52) - What tips do you have for praying?
6. Matthew, GA (18:13) - Can you pray for my anxiety and depression?
7. Kelly, YouTube (22:28) - How do you talk to a family member that constantly gives excuses for their sins and believe that it's okay?
8. Alex, NJ (34:18) - What are your thoughts on Halloween and kids wearing costumes?
9. Reginald, email (44:24) - Is it okay for a church to have two different kinds of bread for Communion?
10. Enriquez, HI (48:30) - Why are pastors not teaching last days prophecies?
11. Email (51:22) - How do you experience God's peace amid the busyness or stress of the holidays?

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Hosts Pastor Robert Baltodano and Pastor Lloyd Pulley

Question Timestamps:

1. Charlie, NJ (1:50) - Is Charlie Kirk an Evangelical Christian?
2. Dmase, YouTube (5:43) - How did Paul know that their names were written in the Book of Life in Philippians 4:3?
3. Laura, email (8:18) - Is it wrong for a Christian to get cosmetic surgery?
4. Ally, NY (11:08) - Are there people in heaven now? What about when the Rapture happens?
5. Michael, email (15:32) - Why do I feel like I have more problems every time I start reading the Bible or praying more?
6. George, YouTube (18:33) - What does Matthew 15:25-27 mean?
7. Paul, MA (22:07) - Can you explain Romans 11:29?
8. D1i9o9n0, YouTube (26:15) - What does the Bible say about giving to the church as far as money goes?
9. Enoch, NY (33:31) - When the Bible says "I wish that you prosper, even as your soul prospers," is that talking about your health or financial situation?
10. Email (38:41) - How should Christians respond to cultural pressure to accept lifestyles or ideologies that contradict Scripture, while still showing love?
11. Email (41:58) - Should Christians celebrate Halloween? How can Christians counter this?
12. Email (45:09) - Why do Christians put so much effort into Christmas? Isn't it just a pagan, capitalist holiday?
13. Email (47:29) - What is the best way to help a friend that is grieving?
14. Email (51:05) - How do you strengthen your faith when life gets difficult?
15. Email (52:22) - Do Christians rely too much on church programs and not enough on personal discipleship?

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Hosts Pastor Robert Baltodano and Pastor Lloyd Pulley

Question Timestamps:

1. Nick, YouTube (3:30) - As Christians, are we commanded to support the government of Israel or just the people and their right to the land?
2. Ed, VA (7:18) - Why are there so many denominations in the church? Can you give me advice or a scripture for dealing with my anger?
3. Chris, email (17:22) - Is the Holy Spirit the feminine part of God?
4. Michael, Facebook (21:21) - If someone asks "why do you believe in God?" What should I say? What verse do I use to defend the Gospel? When we sin do we thank God first, or ask for forgiveness and then thank him?
5. Matthew, PA (33:32) - How many times do we have to wait to slap someone back after they keep slapping you over and over again?
6. Raymond, YouTube (37:02) - How would you describe the way Paul addresses God, the Father and Messiah, Jesus as if they are separate?
7. Krystal, NJ (40:09) - When we are going through hard times, how do we know if God is punishing us or just allowing us to be tested like Job?
8. Douglas, NY (44:16) - Where do "deaconesses" and "reverends" come from? Are those terms in the Bible?
9. Andrew, ID (52:26) - How do I witness to my friends who are part of the Latter Day Saints?

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