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In response to numerous Reddit inquiries, This is the first of a series of responses to questions and concerns people have about their faith. Text us now. Let us know if you have questions about what this show is about. Support the show Support the show  https://www.buzzsprout.com/817693/support Thanks for listening! Join the conversation on Our website, https://teleiostalkpodcast.buzzsprout.com T...

This sermon is about the Ascension as we read it in Acts 1:1-14. This includes the great Commission, Commands Jesus gives the disciples, the Ascension, and details we often miss in the verses. Text us now. Let us know if you have questions about what this show is about. Support the show Support the show  https://www.buzzsprout.com/817693/support Thanks for listening! Join the conversation on Our w...

Text us now. Let us know if you have questions about what this show is about. Support the show Support the show  https://www.buzzsprout.com/817693/support Thanks for listening! Join the conversation on Our website, https://teleiostalkpodcast.buzzsprout.com Twitter, @TeleiosT Facebook, https://www.facebook.com/share/GF5fdop8prDoKfx5/ Or, email us at teleiostalk@gmail.com Our Podcast is on YouTube a...

What kind of God do you believe in—and is it the same God the Bible reveals? In this episode of Teleios Talk , we confront some of the most common accusations leveled against Christianity: that God is cruel, unjust, controlling, or even evil. From cultural voices to academic critics like Steven Weinberg and Richard Dawkins, many reject a version of God that, upon closer inspection, doesn’t reflect...

In a world increasingly divided by ideology, identity politics, and cultural fragmentation, Christians are facing a profound question: what does biblical love actually look like? In this episode of Teleios Talk, we step away from pure doctrinal discussion to examine a troubling pattern of violence, social breakdown, and ideological extremism emerging in modern culture. Why do people commit acts of...

Do Not Be Deceived examines recent crises and controversies in the Western Church through a deeply biblical lens, asking how deception grows, why warning signs are often ignored, and what faithful Christians must do moving forward. Grounded in Scripture, church history, and Anabaptist convictions about holiness and accountability, this episode explores false teaching, compromised leadership, spiri...

The Father Gives [Verse 1] How is it I can be the man  chosen to raise a king? What do You see, in who I am, to teach the Son of man? Yet, You chose me to be the one, who listens to Your voice. But I am scared, Lord God, I'm scared, To train this little boy. [Chorus] Father above, what grace You show, to trust Your Son to me. I see His face — Your light on earth, a gift of mystery. My hands a...

This Christmas Day [Verse 1] On snow-covered streets, light gently lay No angels sang, the night was still. In windows bright were toys and things But this does not the hollow fill. [Chorus] We've lost the love, We've lost the spark. We're chasing dreams, Yet feeling dark. If Christmas brings Hope to all men, Why are we lost, What good's it then? [Verse 2] I heard a voice sing...

What Does Christmas Mean [Verse 1] What does Christmas mean? Is it time we spend with family? Is it the celebration of a child? Is it traditions which are dear to us? Or is it something else? [Verse 2] What does Christmas mean? Is it an old man in a sleigh? Is it snow, or bells, or carols sung? Is it gifts under a tree? Or is it something else? [Chorus] It is God with us, Emmanuel! It is our salva...

Christmas I've Had [Verse 1] I've never had a roasted chestnut. I've never had plum pudding.  The closest I've been to a hallmark Christmas, Is candy canes and hot chocolate. I've never been to Bethlehem. I've never lived just like Mary. I closest I've come to seeing Jesus, Is when I asked Him in my heart. [Chorus] Come to Bethlehem and see Baby Jesus, carpenter&...

The Tree [Verse 1] We celebrate this Christmas time, With gifts under a tree. So of't I've wondered why it's so  And what it means to me. It's said that once, so long ago, Boniface came to town; And saw the tree was idolized, And so he cut it down. [Chorus] But I see Shepherds gathered round, A string of garland shows. I see the magi's gifts displayed, Hung gently, balls a...

When Angels Came to Jerusalem [Verse 1] I lit the lamps inside the temple’s glow, Whispered prayers the world forgot to know. Years went by, the heavens seemed so still, Yet I kept faith upon that hill. Then through the hush — a shining voice appeared, Said “Fear not, priest, the Lord has heard you clear.” Old hands trembled, hope took flame again, Could it be the time foretold to men? [Chorus] Wh...

The Witness of Bethlehem [Verse 1 - Luke 2:11] I saw the sky  that holy night, The heavens blazed  with living light. The shepherds ran,  their voices cried, “The Savior’s born!  The Lord Most High!” I followed close —  to stable fair, And bowed before  my Maker there. [Chorus] Down from glory,  light of grace, Down to earth,  my hiding place. Heaven’s mercy,  child of man, God with us —  Emmanuel...

More Than Tinsel  [Verse 1] Does it ever seem the Christmas story Is bigger than what is told The angels sang, the shepherds ran And heaven was unfurled Yet all we do on Christmas day Is focus on ourselves When God above sent His Son down, To save the world from sin [Chorus] Oh, I believe on Christmas day We should spread the word That God came down to live with us His perfect promise shared He le...

Something is Happening This is a Christmas cantata with full choir and orchestra. No solos, Chorus is a fun back and forth among the voices as expected in a musical on a famous street in New York. [Chorus] Something is happening in Bethlehem. Shepherds shouting, "He is here!" Something is happening in Bethlehem. Angels singing, "Have no fear!" Oh, little town of David, What is...

 In this episode of Teleios Talk , Wendell Martens opens with a provocative question rooted in personal experience: what does true Christian peacemaking look like when violence threatens those we love? From high-school memories of non-resistance to reflections on nationalism, Remembrance Day, and loyalty to the state, we dig into the deep tension between cultural expectations and the way of Jesus....

🎙 Sweet Dreams: Paganism, Cults, and the Return of Mysticism In this episode of Teleios Talk, host Wendell Martens confronts a sobering truth: paganism, cults, and mysticism aren’t just outside the church anymore — they’re being welcomed in. From New Age crystals and “Christian” tarot readings to self-styled prophets and inclusive spirituality, the modern church is blurring the lines between truth...

In this episode of Teleios Talk , we are looking at Psalm 65 through the lens of grief, loss, and worship. We begin with the heartbreaking story of King David mourning the death of his son Absalom, crying out in anguish, “My son, my son! If only I had died instead of you!” Yet remarkably, from this season of sorrow came a psalm not of lament, but of praise. How do we praise God in the midst of gri...

In this episode of Teleios Talk, host Wendell Martens sits down with a very special guest—his daughter, Olivia—for an honest and heartfelt conversation about sin, salvation, and God’s plan for humanity. What begins with Olivia’s curious questions—“How did sin begin?” and “Why do we do things God told us not to do?”—unfolds into a deep yet accessible discussion of Genesis, the fall of Adam and Eve,...

One of the most debated questions in Christian theology is this: Can a believer lose their salvation? In this episode of Teleios Talk, host Wendell Martens explores three historic perspectives on salvation — eternal security, conditional security, and the Anabaptist view of discipleship and perseverance. Drawing from Hebrews 6, Philippians 1, Colossians 1, and other key passages, we’ll examine how...

In this hard-hitting episode of Teleios Talk , We tackle a cultural firestorm and three of the most dangerous lies told about Christianity today. From the shocking unraveling of the Kamloops graves narrative to the subtle distortions of the Gospel itself, we explore what happens when truth is twisted into something tame. Is Christianity just about being a “good person”? Does hypocrisy among Christ...

Is how we talk about love really an expression of hate? Our desire for everyone to feel loved has changed how love is expressed. Initiatives such as DEI are far more destructive and hateful than we are asked to believe. What is the churches response and does the Bible actually address the cultural initiatives like these?  Our Books: Eating with God - https://a.co/d/9i25LsW Six Good Questions - htt...

The church seems to want to be seen as cooperating and supportive of social initiatives championed by many different faith communities. But is this a good thing or does it erode our witness and taint the love we are trying to show? Text us now. Let us know if you have questions about what this show is about. Support the show Support the show  https://www.buzzsprout.com/817693/support Thanks for li...

Who are you to judge me? Only God can judge me! When Jesus told His followers "Do not judge." in Matthew 7:1 was he telling us that any moral statements on our part would be a sin? As a cultural shorthand to self-ingratiation is the command not to judge an open door to every moral failing in the name of love? I'm pretty sure we've lost the plot on this one. Even as far back as...

Our final part of the series on General and Special Revelation, this podcast talks about how we view dreams, prophetic words, and mysticism as revelation of God in todays church. Text us now. Let us know if you have questions about what this show is about. Support the show Support the show  https://www.buzzsprout.com/817693/support Thanks for listening! Join the conversation on Our website, https:...