True North Talk: Recent Episodes
Joe Staton
True North Talk is a podcast that strives to enlighten, grow, and lead others toward a relationship with Christ. Joseph & Peter are two friends who met in high school & are passionate about spreading the gospel through applying scripture to every day situations & past life experiences.
Is homosexuality a sin? This sin, among others is discussed in episode 25 of True North Talk, where Peter and Joseph read and discuss Romans 1:18-2:16.
In episode 24, Peter and Joseph share some exciting life updates and reflect upon Christ's resurrection on Easter Sunday!
In episode 23 of True North Talk, Joseph and Peter speak on the gift of the Advocate, the Holy Spirit, and how His power and presence guide us in our walk with God. They talk about how believers can find peace in the faithfulness of the Spirit.
What is the prupose of marriage? In episode 22, Peter and Joseph break down three principle of marriage elaborated on in Paul D, LeFavor's book, "Iron Sharpening Iron: A Biblical Guide for the God-Honoring American Man"
In episode 21, Peter and Joseph discuss the importance of having a concrete identity in Christ, especially when dealing with adversity in life. By mirroring Daniel's example, Christians can build a lifestyle that establishes a strong identity.
In episode 20, Peter and Joseph discuss the story of Daniel 3, and how Christians must be prepared for the "furnaces" in their lives.
In episode 19, Peter and Joseph discuss how important it is to make time for God in our lives. By obeying Jesus' command to abide in Him, we might reach our full potential as servants of God.
In episode 18, Peter interviews the Scott Beckenhauer, who serves as the lead pastor at Calvary Christian Church in Omaha, Nebraska. In his interview, Scott elaborates on what it means to be a servant leader, and how we can exemplify Christ in leadership.
In episode 17, special guest Noah Divine joins Joseph and Peter to share his testimony and discuss how Christians can overcome battles with anxiety and depression.
In episode 16, Peter and Joseph discuss the recent Netflix hit, "Leave the World Behind", and what the movie communicates about a "grid-down" disaster. In discussing this, Joe and Pete break down how Christians can practically prepare for disaster while trusting God.
How can we honor God with our trust? Why is it important to put Him above all else, and how do we do that? Peter and Joseph answer those questions with an excerpt from Jeremiah 17:1-18 in episode 15.
What does it mean to be a man of God? From leading by example, to taking responsibility, the burden of leadership as a man of God can be challenging. Joseph and Peter discuss how to shoulder this responsibility in episode 14 of True North Talk.
In this episode, Peter and Joseph talk about leading a life of peace, and one that is worthy of respect. They also discuss the importance of controlling the flesh and the impact that has.
In episode 12, Peter and Joseph discuss the concept of absolute belief, referencing passages from Mark. They talk about how belief can be harnessed to achieve great things in life, and for the Kingdom of God
In light of the recent Thanksgiving and upcoming holiday season, Peter and Joseph discuss some recent personal examples of God's faithfulness, and encourage listeners to embrace an attitude of gratefulness as we approach the Christmas season.
In this episode, Joseph and Peter give their review of 2023 film Nefarious and the ramifications of spiritual warfare and the schemes of the devil. They discuss how to outwit the demons that attack and how to hold off temptation and win the battle.
Joseph and Peter share recent examples in their lives of how planting the seed of God's Word paid off with a soul saved to the Lord. They discuss the importance of spreading the gospel and some ways to do that faithfully.
In episode 8 of True North Talk, Peter and Joseph talk about the power of speech and the importance of being wise with our words. In addition, they discuss plans for "True North Ministries" and what listeners can expect in the coming months!
In episode 7 of True North Talk, Peter and Joseph discuss the importance of balancing structure & freedom in one's life. In addition, they discuss some funny stories about their recent 24th birthdays.
In episode 6 of True North Talk, Joseph and Peter discuss the dangers of believing in karma as Christians. They explain that by understanding God's grace and forgiveness, we can live free of fear of retribution for our sins.
In episode 5 of True North Talk season two, Joseph and Peter discuss the importance and power of discipline in our lives. They discuss how doing what's hard when we do not feel like it grows our relationship with the Lord and builds character.
Joseph and Peter use the Word and personal experiences to answer the question of how we can find our calling, both as a believer and in our work. They also speak about the difference between general purpose and our individual vocation.
In episode 3 of True North Talk Season Two, Peter and Joseph discuss the true power and completeness of Christ's sacrifice. By explaining the new covenant and complete atonement of sin, they explain how important it is to understand this connection!
In episode 2 of True North Talk, Joe and Pete discuss four core responsibilities of the Godly man and woman. These four responsibilities, to love, work, be strong, and be honorable, are four cornerstones of a Christian's walk.
In episode one of season two of True North Talk, Pete and Joe dive into their plans for season two of the podcast! Additionally, they break down how we must fully trust the Lord with our finances and what that practically looks like.
In episode 50 of True North Talk, Pete and Joe discuss the importance of perseverance and persistence in our lives. They break down how through the conforming of our lives to the image of Christ, we can build these traits and become stronger men and women of God.
In episode 49 of True North Talk, Pete and Joe break down 1 Peter 1 & 2, and discuss the importance of feeding our souls with the Word of God.
In episode 48 of True North Talk, Peter and Joseph discuss the importance of shedding light on our sin, and being acutely aware of our conduct as believers.
In episode forty-seven of True North Talk, Peter and Joseph discuss the differences between worldly and Godly love, and the importance of displaying this love by using our gifts in the body of Christ. In addition, they dive into how Christians can overcome loneliness.
In episode 46 of True North Talk, Peter and Joseph discuss what the life of a true Christian should look like. In discussing this, they break down three key tenants of this life: sacrifice, service, and love.
Do Christians need to follow the law? In episode 45 of True North Talk, Peter and Joseph break down the two sections of the Ten Commandments, relate them to Jesus' famous teaching about the law, and then discuss how Christians should view the Old Testament law.
In this episode of TNT, Joseph and Peter talk about how we can discern between the Holy Spirit and spirits of the world, sent by the devil. They compare love to fear, trust to doubt, and the power God over sinful influences.
In this episode, Peter talks about Stephen's speech and martyrdom in Acts 7. Whether Abraham's trust in God's calling, Joseph's forgiveness, or Moses' patience, there is much to learn in this passage of scripture. Note: 40 (either days or years) often represents a time of testing in the Bible.
In episode 42 of True North Talk, Peter and Joseph explain the importance of posturing our hearts toward worshipping God, and discuss different ways in which we can worship God in our lives.
In episode 41 of True North Talk, Peter and Joseph discuss the story of Samson and how important it is to choose wisely whom we trust with our heart.
In episode 40 of True North Talk, Peter and Joseph discuss the Easter story, and how Jesus’ death, burial, and resurrection display the true power of God’s grace. In addition, they discuss the importance of understanding the opportunity provided by Christ’s sacrifice.
In episode 39 of True North Talk , Peter and Joseph discuss the anointing of David to slay Goliath, and how we can employ David's same strength in our lives.
Joseph and Peter discuss the story of Abraham and the faith that the patriarch of 3 religions had in the face of a daunting task. The True North Talk co-hosts also dive into what righteous fear and abiding trust in God look like.
In episode 37 of True North Talk, Joseph and Peter are joined by Mr. Mike Burtnett, Peter's father, to discuss ways to be disciples to young people, and how to live out one's faith. Additionally, Peter and Joseph discuss the true gravity of Christ's sacrifice and explain why we all should follow Him.
In episode 36 of True North Talk, Peter and Joseph dive into Proverbs regarding the importance of seeking wisdom and gaining understanding. By seeking wisdom we can save ourselves from many calamities in our lives, and effectively lead others to Christ.
In episode 36 of True North Talk, Peter and Joseph dive into Proverbs regarding the importance of seeking wisdom and gaining understanding. By seeking wisdom we can save ourselves from many calamities in our lives, and effectively lead others to Christ.
In this episode of TNT, Joe and Peter talk about how Scripture and strong trust in God provides a map for the tossing and turning of life's sea. They also talk about the prominence of apathy in the church in a powerful conversation.
In episode 34 of True North Talk, Peter and Joseph discuss Daniel 4 and how we can display compassion when witnessing to sinners, and also how we can rely upon God's word for confidence when witnessing to others.
In this episode of True North Talk, Joseph and Peter reference the first two chapters of Romans in discussing the consequences of sin and how to safeguard oneself against it. They also touch on why judgment is left to God.
In episode 32 of True North Talk, Peter and Joseph read Proverbs chapter 3, and discuss why our seeking of wisdom and understanding is not only beneficial to us as Christ followers, but is necessary.
In episode 31 of True North Talk, Peter and Joseph discuss why we must remain diligent in seeking the Kingdom of God and seven practical ways in which we can do so.
In episode 30, Joseph and Peter talk about the importance of faith and the power of prayer. Specifically, they discuss four cornerstones outlined in scripture: specificity, comfort, faith, and humility.
In episode 29, Peter and Joseph are joined by Joseph's long-time friend, Daniel Lucero. Daniel works at Lifecenter Ministries in Harrisburg, PA, and joins the podcast to discuss evidence of the Holy Spirit, how we can effectively witness, and much more!
Who is Jesus Christ? Joseph and Peter answer that question by reading from Mark 1-3, and dissect the character of the Son of God and who He truly is.
Joseph and Peter dive into what makes the holiday season special, namely the combination of gratification and hope for the future. They also discuss how to win back control of your mind, find success, and glorify God.
In this special episode of True North Talk, Joseph and Peter discuss the impact social media has and debate whether you should delete it altogether.
In episode 25 of True North Talk, Peter and Joseph talk about Daniel's example of being fearless, trusting God, and having patience in the process of becoming the man God wanted him to be. By combining these elements, Joe and Pete talk about how we can apply Daniel's example to our daily lives.
Do you deny Jesus in your life? Peter and Joseph discuss this along with ways in which we can ensure this doesn't happen in the latest episode of True North Talk.
In episode 23 of True North Talk, Joseph and Peter discuss the importance of being grateful ahead of the holiday season.
In episode 22 of True North Talk, Joseph and Peter break down the importance of being able to concisely give an account of your faith, and just how simply the gospel can be described.
In episode 21 of True North Talk, Peter and Joseph discuss the role of the Holy Spirit in our lives, and the importance of recognizing the difference between conviction and condemnation.
In Episode 20 of True North Talk, Joseph & Peter dive into Genesis 37-42 and discuss how we can learn from the story of Joseph and his brothers to overcome betrayal, adversity, and give true forgiveness.
In Episode 19 of True North Talk, Peter and Joseph discuss how we can find our purpose in the midst of a world riddled with anxiety, depression, and other challenges.
In episode 18 of True North Talk, Joseph and Peter dive into John 12 and the story of Jesus' triumphal entry into Jerusalem. In this episode, they examine what Jesus' true kingship means and ask the question, "Is Jesus Your King?"
In episode 17 of #TrueNorthTalk, Pete and Joe delve into the topic of gender roles. In 1 Timothy, God tells us some of the roles that men and women were designed to do. What does this look like? Tune in!
In episode 16 of True North Talk, Peter and Joseph discuss whether one can be a Christian without being a disciple, and what is expected of us as Disciples of Christ.
In episode 15 of True North Talk, Pete & Joe dive into the story of Gideon and how one can trust God in times of turmoil. Additionally, they talk about the recent news of Elon Musk buying Twitter and what that means for freedom of speech.
In Episode 14 of True North Talk, Joseph & Peter talk about the tragic news of Dwayne Haskins' passing away and how we can find light in dark situations with having hope in Christ.
What is the difference between belief and faith, and how do we display true faith as Christians? In episode 13 of True North Talk, Peter and Joseph dive into this question & discuss the news of Deshaun Watson going to the Cleveland Browns, as well as surprises from the Big Ten in March Madness.
In episode 12 of True North Talk, Peter and Joseph talk about some of the various worries prevalent in Americans' lives: inflation, Russia-Ukraine, WW3, and more, and how we can find Peace in Christ and in His Word. Additionally, they talk about the best movie released in years, The Batman, and debate whether it measures up to the Dark Knight Trilogy.
In this episode, Peter & Joseph are joined by Mr. Gary Corner, Joseph's grandfather, to discuss the fifth tenant of Calvinism: Perseverance of the Saints. This tenant involves the idea of "Once saved always saved," and is a foundational principle to the theology known as Calvinism!
In this episode of True North Talk, Joseph and Peter talk about how we must be born again, and how Christians can take joy in obeying God's commands. Scripture referenced during this episode is John 3, and 1 John 1, 2, and 3.
In this episode of True North Talk, Pastor Mike Burtnett of Mt. Zion Church in Xenia, Ohio joins the show to discuss how we can identify our God-given gifts, how he was called to ministry, and how young Christians can begin to explore leadership opportunities in their church!
In episode 8 of True North Talk, Peter and Joseph dive into how Christians can lean on their relationship with Christ in times of change.