True Comfort

In this enlightening conversation, Dan Wallace, a renowned New Testament scholar and leader of the Center for the Study of New Testament Manuscripts, shares his deep journey through faith and suffering. He recounts the heart-stopping moments of his son's rare cancer diagnosis and his own battle with severe amnesia. Dan opens up about transitioning from bitterness to trust in the Cross, emphasizing that God’s love transcends our circumstances. His experience of relearning Greek from his own textbook adds a fascinating twist to a story of resilience and faith.

In this enlightening conversation, Chris Brauns, a seasoned pastor and author of Unpacking Forgiveness, and Matt Ferguson, lead pastor and forgiveness theologian, challenge the notion of unconditional forgiveness. They clarify the stark contrast between 'Therapeutic Forgiveness' and true 'Biblical Forgiveness,' emphasizing the need for repentance. With profound insights, they highlight how demanding accountability can be a loving act, and explore how Jesus’ teachings align with this perspective. This discussion is a must-listen for anyone grappling with forgiveness.

Have you ever wished you could have just five minutes with Jesus physically present? So often I've ached for just one big hug or one good long look into His physical eyes because I truly believe it would set everything right. I know I'd feel so much peace, security, and overwhelming love. All the troubles of this world would grow dim.Even though Jesus doesn't magically appear in my living room, He has promised that He'll be with me ... and you ... always. In this episode of True Comfort, I share some truth about God's presence that encourages me in moments when I wonder where He is. I hope this will encourage you, as well.We talk aboutThe trauma of losing a sibling to addiction during the holidays.Watching a parent fade away through Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s.Why the Holy Spirit feels mysterious and how to identify His fruit.The "Music Analogy": A philosophical way to understand God’s constant presence.Jesus’ words to Thomas and what they mean for us who haven't seen, yet believe.TIMESTAMPS:0:00 - The phone call that changed Christmas forever1:40 - The physical toll of grief: Parkinson’s and Dementia4:00 - The true meaning of "Emmanuel" (God With Us)8:50 - The desperation of wanting 5 minutes with Jesus10:50 - The Promise: I will not leave you as orphans14:50 - God’s Omnipresence: You cannot flee from Him19:50 - The "Music" Analogy: How God sustains your existence23:40 - To those who have not seen, yet believePlease know that your grief is valid. If this episode brought you any measure of comfort or made you feel less alone, please LIKE this video and SUBSCRIBE for more honest conversations about faith and suffering.What is one scripture or truth that has held you together during a season of loss?About True Comfort: It is our desire to live out 2 Corinthians 1:3-4, assuring us that we have a God who comforts us in all our afflictions so that we may share that comfort with others. We explore the reasons for the Biblical worldview while holding space for heartbreak and healing.To learn more about Teasi Cannon or to invite her to speak check out www.teasicannon.comTo get started on your own study of apologetics check out these recommended resources: https://www.teasicannon.com/general-a...For an incredible 50% off deal on 200 educational slides from the late Norman Geisler (a tremendous way to get started learning philosophy, theology, and apologetics): go to https://ngim.org/store/ and use promo code NorMTeasi25 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline (call or text 988)  If this conversation encouraged you, please share it with a friend who is hurting. Don't forget to subscribe and leave a review to help others find this comfort.#Grief #Christmas #Faith #Loss #GodWithUs #Addiction #ChristianPodcast #Suffering #Hope #Apologetics #HolySpirit

Is God to blame for the horror in the world? If He is good, why is there so much suffering, genocide, and pain?We often ask, "Why do bad things happen to good people?" But in this provocative episode, Dr. Clay Jones (author of Why Does God Allow Evil?) flips the question upside down. With radical honesty, Clay shares how a deep dive into the darkest parts of human history (from the Holocaust to the Killing Fields) convinced him that the problem isn't God. The problem is us.Clay opens up about his own upbringing with an atheist father and a mother in the occult, and shares the sobering truth that gave him hope in the midst of a broken world. We discuss the myth of the "good person," why God values free will over robots, and why Satan wants you to believe Heaven will be boring.If you have ever doubted God’s goodness while walking through pain, this conversation will give you a new perspective on suffering and a breathtaking view of the Eternity that awaits you.In this episode, we cover:The "Good Person" Myth: Why Clay believes there are no good people (and why even Bill Maher agrees).Clay’s Story: Growing up between the occult and atheism, and the moment fear woke him up to Jesus.The Problem of Evil: Is it God’s fault, or is it the result of being "Adam and Eve's" children?Free Will vs. Robots: Why God allows us to choose wrong, and what Sci-Fi movies teach us about love.The "Boring Heaven" Lie: Debunking the idea of sitting on clouds forever. (Yes, God created pleasure!)Resources Mentioned:Why Does God Allow Evil? by Clay JonesImmortal: How the Fear of Death Drives Us and What We Do About It by Clay JonesThe Screwtape Letters by C.S. LewisCHAPTERS:0:00 - Intro & Clay’s Turbulent Childhood06:11 - The Shame of Sin & Pornography10:36 - Studying Genocide: Looking Evil in the Face18:37 - Why Do We Suffer for Adam’s Sin?24:34 - The Hard Truth: "There Are No Good People"30:16 - Self-Interest vs. True Goodness (The Abortion Debate)39:58 - Why God Didn't Create Robots (The Free Will Defense)50:15 - Will We Have Free Will in Heaven?59:52 - Debunking the Myth of a "Boring" Heaven1:08:50 - How to Focus on Eternity in a Suffering WorldAbout the Guest: Clay Jones is the author of Why Does God Allow Evil? and Immortal. He served as a professor of Christian Apologetics at Talbot School of Theology for 16 years. He specializes in the problem of evil and the promise of eternal life - https://clayjones.net/About True Comfort: It is our desire to live out 2 Corinthians 1:3-4, assuring us that we have a God who comforts us in all our afflictions so that we may share that comfort with others. We explore the reasons for the Biblical worldview while holding space for heartbreak and healing.To learn more about Teasi Cannon or to invite her to speak check out www.teasicannon.comTo get started on your own study of apologetics check out these recommended resources: https://www.teasicannon.com/general-a...For an incredible 50% off deal on 200 educational slides from the late Norman Geisler (a tremendous way to get started learning philosophy, theology, and apologetics): go to https://ngim.org/store/ and use promo code NorMTeasi25 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline (call or text 988)  If this episode encouraged you, please LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and SHARE it with a friend who needs hope today...#TrueComfortPodcast #ProblemOfEvil #ClayJones #Apologetics #Suffering #Heaven #FreeWill #Christianity #Theology #Genocide #FaithAndReason

Have you ever lain awake at night paralyzed by the thought, "What if it’s all fake? What if there is nothing after this?"For Alexa Cramer (contributor to Mama Bear Apologetics), the fear of death was a battle. From a childhood trigger involving an asthma attack to a terrifying vision of Heaven as a "boring trap," Alexa’s anxiety eventually led her into a season of deep doubt and deconstruction.In this episode of the True Comfort Podcast, Teasi and Alexa discuss what happens when bad theology leaves you with nothing to cling to. Alexa shares her vulnerable journey from believing God was "clueless" about the future (Open Theism) to discovering the rock-solid foundation of God’s sovereignty.If you struggle with anxiety, skepticism, or the fear of eternity, this conversation offers both the intellectual tools and the emotional comfort you need to stand firm.In this episode, we cover:The Root of Fear: How a childhood trauma and a misunderstanding of Heaven fueled a lifelong phobia.The Danger of "Open Theism": Why believing God doesn't know the future destroys our ability to trust Him.Deconstruction & Doubt: The moment Alexa hit rock bottom and asked, "God, are you even there?"Head meets Heart: How studying Apologetics (the evidence for faith) actually cured her emotional anxiety.Practical Tools: The specific mental framework Alexa uses to stop a panic attack in its tracks.Resources Mentioned:Mama Bear ApologeticsThe Bible Recap with Tara-Leigh CobbleUnbelievable? Podcast (Justin Brierley)Alisa ChildersCHAPTERS:0:00 - Introduction & The Enneagram Warning05:24 - Alexa’s Story: The Childhood Fear of Death12:13 - Progressive Christianity & Deconstructing Truth18:10 - Hitting Rock Bottom & Finding Apologetics26:35 - How God’s Sovereignty Cured the Anxiety33:26 - A Practical Mental Tool for Panic Attacks36:38 - Defeating Nihilism: Why You Are Not a Robot44:51 - A New, Exciting View of HeavenAbout the Guest: Alexa Cramer is a writer, podcaster, and contributing author with the Mama Bear Apologetics team. Her passion for apologetics was born out of her own struggle with doubt and her desire to help others find a faith that can withstand the questions of the world - https://www.youtube.com/@MamaBearApologeticsAbout True Comfort: It is our desire to live out 2 Corinthians 1:3-4, assuring us that we have a God who comforts us in all our afflictions so that we may share that comfort with others. We explore the reasons for the Biblical worldview while holding space for heartbreak and healing.To learn more about Teasi Cannon or to invite her to speak check out www.teasicannon.comTo get started on your own study of apologetics check out these recommended resources: https://www.teasicannon.com/general-a...For an incredible 50% off deal on 200 educational slides from the late Norman Geisler (a tremendous way to get started learning philosophy, theology, and apologetics): go to https://ngim.org/store/ and use promo code NorMTeasi25 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline (call or text 988)  If this episode encouraged you, please LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and SHARE it with a friend who needs hope today.#TrueComfortPodcast #Apologetics #FearOfDeath #Anxiety #Christianity #Deconstruction #MamaBearApologetics #FaithAndReason #MentalHealth

"If you won't stay for me, will you stay for Brian?" When his dad walked out the door without answering that question, he internalized a lie that nearly destroyed him: He was not worth staying for.In this episode of True Comfort, Dr. Brian Henson opens up about the devastating impact of the "Father Wound." From watching his father abandon the family in 4th grade to being rejected by friends and betrayed by the people he loved most, Brian’s story is a raw look at how deep emotional scars can shape our view of God.For years, Brian hated his father and struggled to connect with a Heavenly Father he viewed as a "jerk." He shares the shocking moment he told God, "I don't love you," and how that honest prayer became the turning point for his life.We discuss:The physical pain of heartbreak and betrayal.Why men often cry in isolation (the "shower cry").How he felt "evil" when he became a father himself.The journey from being a skeptic to a leading Christian Apologist.How God used a "Luke Skywalker" moment with his son to heal his heart.If you have ever felt abandoned, unworthy, or struggled to trust God because of earthly rejection, this episode is for you.CHAPTERS:0:00 - Intro: Welcome Dr. Brian Henson4:20 - The Philosophy of Suffering: Why God writes "conflict" into our stories14:40 - The Abandonment: "Will you stay for Brian?"18:50 - The "Nerd" Label & Social Rejection22:00 - The Betrayal: 11th Grade Heartbreak & Cheating27:30 - Crying in the Shower: Men and Grief32:45 - The Honest Prayer: "God, I don't love You"40:00 - Finding Answers: The shift to Apologetics43:00 - Meeting his Wife & The Power of Emotional Purity48:00 - The Father Wound: Why I felt "Evil" holding my son51:30 - The Healing Moment: "Best Dad Ever"RESOURCES MENTIONED: Grounded Curriculum: Check out Dr. Brian Henson’s apologetics curriculum for youth and adults at https://ngim.thinkific.com/courses/gspABOUT OUR GUEST: Dr. Brian Henson is the Director of Youth Apologetics and Evangelism for Norm Geisler International Ministries (https://ngim.thinkific.com/). He holds a Ph.D. in Ministry and Christian Apologetics and has been a high school Bible teacher since 2001.CONNECT WITH TRUE COMFORT: If this video blessed you, please SUBSCRIBE and hit the ???? so you don’t miss an episode.Have you ever found it hard to call God "Father" because of your earthly experiences? Let’s encourage each other below.To learn more about Teasi Cannon or to invite her to speak check out www.teasicannon.com To get started on your own study of apologetics check out these recommended resources: https://www.teasicannon.com/general-a...For an incredible 50% off deal on 200 educational slides from the late Norman Geisler (a tremendous way to get started learning philosophy, theology, and apologetics): go to Store - NGIM and use promo code NorMTeasi25 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline (call or text 988)  Music by Sam Cannon Home https://www.imsamcannon.com/#FatherWound #ChristianTestimony #Abandonment #TrueComfort #DrBrianHenson #Apologetics #Healing #ChristianPodcast

Sometimes the moments that feel like the end of our story are where God is starting a new chapter of our life.In this episode, Erin Kukle shares her journey from an unexpected pregnancy and overwhelming shame to discovering Christ, becoming a single mom in college, and watching God rebuild her life in ways she never imagined. Through fear, loneliness, and lies about her worth, she found grace, community, and a Savior who meets us in our weakest moments, not after we fix ourselves, but right in the middle of the mess.Whether you’re carrying regret, walking through hardship, or simply longing to see God’s goodness in the real and ordinary places of life, this testimony is a reminder:He redeems. He restores. He finishes what He starts.Key themes of this episode:• God’s faithfulness in unexpected places• Single motherhood & redemption• Shame, identity, and grace• How God uses weakness• Community, discipleship, and the church• Persevering in motherhood• Trusting God with your storyTo learn more about Erin Kunkle https://www.youtube.com/@StrongWomenPodcastCC To learn more about Teasi Cannon or to invite her to speak, visit https://www.teasicannon.com/To start your own study of apologetics, visit https://www.teasicannon.com/general-a...

What if the Christian faith isn’t about fitting God into your life, but stepping into His story?In this conversation, we explore with Greg Koukl the story the Bible tells from beginning to end:Creation, fall, redemption, and restoration, and why Jesus is the central figure in history, eternity, and our personal lives.We talk about:• Why the world feels broken, and why we all sense it• The problem of evil and the justice of God• Why Jesus isn’t “one option among many,” but the only sufficient Savior• What actually happened on the cross and why it matters• Heaven, judgment, and the promise of restoration• How to think about suffering, purpose, and eternity• What it means to live inside God’s story instead of trying to write our ownThis episode reminds us of the hope Christians hold, the clarity Scripture gives, and the beauty of God’s plan to rescue a world that cannot save itself.To learn more about Greg Koukl's ministry https://www.youtube.com/@STRvideosTo learn more about Teasi Cannon or to invite her to speak, visit https://www.teasicannon.com/To start your own study of apologetics, visit https://www.teasicannon.com/general-a...

In this moving conversation, I sit down with Sarah Stonestreet, host of The Strong Women Podcast and Director of Community Outreach at St. George’s Anglican Church, to explore the beauty, confusion, and profound hope found in walking through suffering with God.Together we reflect on: Learning to trust God when life breaks your heart The spiritual mystery of memory and identity in dementia The surprising ways hymns and Scripture stay rooted in the soulHow suffering forms us into Christ’s likeness Finding God’s presence when the “why” remains unanswered Remembering that Jesus enters our pain. He wept before He healed The quiet power of small acts of obedience and faithSarah shares tender stories of walking with her father through dementia, moments of loss and also breathtaking glimpses of grace, like singing hymns together that his heart never forgot.This episode reminds us that the Christian life is shaped not only by truth but also by tears, and that Christ meets us in both.If you or someone you love is walking through grief, doubt, or seasons that feel heavy, we pray this conversation brings real comfort and renewed courage to trust the God who never forgets His children.Scriptures & Themes Mentioned•2 Corinthians 1:3–4 • Psalm 77 • Isaiah 53 • God’s faithfulness in suffering • Memory, identity & worship • The hope of Christ in affliction • “Puddleglum moments” from The Silver Chair • The Ten Boom story & Christ in the darkest placesResources Referenced• Colson Center for Christian Worldview• Breakpoint & Breakpoint This Week• Truth Rising documentary• J.I. Packer quote on glorifying God in trial• G.K. Chesterton (Orthodoxy)• Andrew Peterson — Always GoodMay this episode help you remember:Even in sorrow, you are never forgotten. Christ is near, and His comfort is real.To learn more about Sarah Stonestreet https://www.youtube.com/@StrongWomenPodcastCCTo learn more about Teasi Cannon or to invite her to speak, visit https://www.teasicannon.com/To start your own study of apologetics, visit https://www.teasicannon.com/general-a...

In this conversation, Dr. Paul Gould opens up about a season of deep loss, identity crisis, and unexpected waiting, and how God met him in heartbreak. We explore what happens when the life you’ve built suddenly falls apart, and how faith becomes not just an intellectual conviction, but a lived trust in Christ when nothing makes sense.We talk about:• Losing a sense of calling and identity• How seasons of waiting shape our desires• Emotional vs. intellectual doubt in the Christian life• The danger of building identity on achievement• Why apologetics should cultivate wonder, not pride• Integrating heart and mind in the pursuit of God• Learning to “lean toward God” through suffering• Rediscovering joy, beauty, and hope in ChristSuffering, when we have raw honesty on our walk with Jesus through uncertainty, becomes not evidence against God. It becomes the place where His nearness becomes real, and where hope is rebuilt on a truer foundation.To learn more about Paul Gould, visit Paul Gould's website To learn more about Teasi Cannon or to invite her to speak check out Teasi CannonTo get started on your own study of apologetics check out these recommended resources: General Apologetics — Teasi CannonFor an incredible 50% off deal on 200 educational slides from the late Norman Geisler (a tremendous way to get started learning philosophy, theology, and apologetics): go to Store - NGIM and use promo code NorMTeasi25988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline (call or text 988) Music by Sam Cannon Home | I'm Sam Cannon