In this special episode, Teasi Cannon shares very tender details of her own journey through multiple experiences of abuse and the resultant, often debilitating lies that have affected her life as a result. She emphasizes the life-changing security and healing found only in God's truth and why she trusts in it with her whole heart. Chapters00:00 Introduction to True Comfort01:45 The Debilitating Lie08:57 The Impact of Childhood Trauma15:37 Finding Truth in God's Word22:38 Understanding Our Value in Christ30:12 Transcendent Joy Amidst Suffering37:25 Hope Worth Fighting ForTo learn more about Teasi Cannon or to invite her to speak check out www.teasicannon.com (https://www.teasicannon.com/)To get started on your own study of apologetics check out these recommended resources: General Apologetics — Teasi Cannon (https://www.teasicannon.com/general-apologetics)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/ (https://ngim.org/store/)  and use promo code NorMTeasi25 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline (call or text 988)  Music by Sam Cannon at Home | I'm Sam Cannon (https://www.imsamcannon.com/)

In this episode of True Comfort, Teasi Cannon welcomes Melissa Dougherty, a Christian artist and apologist, who shares vulnerably about something she’s never publicly shared anywhere—an abuse that happened in her childhood. They discuss the confusing ripple effects of childhood wounds, the significance of truth and boundaries in the healing process, and the comfort found in God’s eternal and good promises. Chapters00:00 Introduction to True Comfort and Guest Introduction02:59 Melissa's Journey into Apologetics and Theology05:55 The Role of Apologetics in Personal Faith08:52 The Importance of Intellectual Engagement in Faith12:01 Sharing Personal Stories of Pain and Comfort15:01 Understanding the Impact of Personal Trauma17:27 Navigating Gender Identity and Personal Struggles20:24 The Choice to Overcome Adversity23:23 Empowering the Next Generation Through Understanding25:10 Navigating Pain and Choice25:45 The Role of Philosophy in Faith26:42 Understanding Behaviors and Choices28:05 The Balance of Moving On and Dealing with Pain29:06 Sharing Personal Stories of Abuse29:58 The Impact of Childhood Trauma31:16 Truth Encounters and Spiritual Warfare31:39 Identifying Lies and Embracing Truth32:20 Challenging Gender Norms and Beliefs35:58 The Journey of People-Pleasing and Boundaries42:48 Owning Our Emotions and Boundaries45:30 The Importance of Healthy Boundaries46:32 Understanding the Christian Worldview48:55 The Evidence Supporting Faith52:10 Encouragement to Explore Beliefs55:24 Finding Comfort in God's TruthTo learn find Melissa Dougherty, visit her on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/@MelissaDougherty and her website here: www.melissadougherty.co 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-apologeticsFor 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) Music by Sam Cannon at https://www.imsamcannon.com/

Special Note: This episode addresses the topic of suicide. The suicide hotline number will be listed below in the show notes. Also, we experienced some audio issues but did not want to miss the opportunity to share Jennifer’s incredible story and hope.Have you lost someone to suicide and wondered where God is amid that excruciating, tragic loss? In this episode, Teasi talks with Jennifer DeFrates who shares her personal journey through loss, particularly the suicide of her husband (which she witnessed), and how it has shaped her faith and deep, abiding trust in God’s goodness and faithfulness.Chapters00:00Introduction to True Comfort and Apologetics09:39The Journey of Grief and Loss16:30Finding Hope in God's Goodness24:13The Role of Faith in Suffering28:59Navigating Grief and Loss30:48Trusting God Amidst Uncertainty32:37Teaching Faith to the Next Generation36:10Finding Strength in Community38:19Experiencing God's Presence in Pain42:13Sharing the Gospel in Difficult Times52:15The Power of Scripture in Daily LifeTo learn more about Jennifer Defrates, find her socials and blog at https://heavennotharvard.com/ (https://heavennotharvard.com/) and theMamapologist - Where Apologetics and Discipleship Meet (https://themamapologist.com/)To learn more about Teasi Cannon or to invite her to speak check out www.teasicannon.com (https://www.teasicannon.com/)To get started on your own study of apologetics check out these recommended resources: General Apologetics — Teasi Cannon (https://www.teasicannon.com/general-apologetics)988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline (call or text 988) Music by Sam Cannon at Home | I'm Sam Cannon (https://www.imsamcannon.com/)

Losing a loved one is hard, but it’s even more heartbreaking when we’re uncertain about their eternal destination. In this episode of True Comfort, Teasi has a heartfelt conversation with professor and apologist, R. L. Solberg who opens up about his ongoing efforts to share the good news of the Gospel with his once-estranged father, the grief he experienced when his father died unexpectedly having never confessed a belief in Jesus, and his unwavering trust in the goodness of God through it all. Chapters00:00 Introduction to True Comfort and Apologetics03:48 How to Read the Bible: Hermeneutics 10109:53 The Journey to Apologetics: Personal Background19:57 The Role of Apologetics in Comfort and Suffering21:44 Engaging with Others: The Heart of Apologetics29:39 Personal Stories: Conversations with My Father39:03 The Importance of Kindness and Moral Foundations40:29 Conversations with My Father: A Personal Journey41:25 Facing Life and Death: The Stakes of Faith43:17 The ICU Visit: A Father's Last Words45:09 Dealing with Loss: The Aftermath of Death46:07 Searching for Evidence of Faith48:04 The Pain of Uncertainty: What Happens After Death?49:31 Trusting God's Justice and Sovereignty51:51 Finding Comfort in the Psalms54:43 Understanding God's Love and Justice58:13 The Role of Evidence in Faith01:01:17 The Resurrection: A Foundation for Belief01:05:01 Final Thoughts: Encouragement for the HurtingTo learn more about Professor R. L. Solberg and his latest book, visit:Amazon: The Law, the Christ, the PromiseMinistry website: TheBiblicalRoots.org (https://thebiblicalroots.org/)https://www.youtube.com/@TheBiblicalRoots (https://www.youtube.com/@TheBiblicalRoots)https://www.instagram.com/r.l.solberg/ (https://www.instagram.com/r.l.solberg/)To learn more about Teasi Cannon or to invite her to speak check out www.teasicannon.com (https://www.teasicannon.com/)To get started on your own study of apologetics check out these recommended resources: General Apologetics — Teasi Cannon (https://www.teasicannon.com/general-apologetics)

Have you ever felt like life keeps throwing you one devastation after another? In this episode of True Comfort, Teasi Cannon speaks with Hillary Ferrer, Executive Director of Mama Bear Apologetics, who opens up about her life-long, continuing battle with serious disease, excruciating physical pain, deep loss, and more … and also shares why her faith in Jesus doesn’t waiver one bit.  Chapters00:00Introduction to True Comfort and Apologetics05:38Hillary's Journey into Apologetics11:23Navigating Personal Struggles and Health Issues21:33The Role of Faith and Apologetics in Suffering30:02The Power of Prayer and Doubt32:55Facing Lies and Spiritual Warfare35:55Navigating Physical and Emotional Struggles40:30Finding Hope in Eternity45:46Evidence of Faith: Resurrection and Science51:19Counterfeit Comforts in Faith56:22Encouragement in Doubt and StrugglesTo learn more about Hillary, her books, and Mama Bear Apologetics, check out  Mama Bear Apologetics | Train Yourself. Equip Your Kids (https://mamabearapologetics.com/)To learn more about Teasi Cannon or to invite her to speak check out www.teasicannon.com (https://www.teasicannon.com/)To get started on your own study of apologetics check out these recommended resources: General Apologetics — Teasi Cannon (https://www.teasicannon.com/general-apologetics)

Have you or someone you know felt the pain of powerlessness when it comes to helping someone you love? In this episode of True Comfort, Teasi Cannon has a heartfelt conversation with Phoenix Hayes who shares vulnerably what it’s like to have three of her four children diagnosed with autism, something she prayed would never happen to her. Phoenix shares about the fear, deep grief, and … the joy intertwined in her journey and why she still believes in God’s goodness and faithfulness through it all.Chapters00:00 Introduction to True Comfort and Apologetics02:49 Phoenix's Journey into Apologetics05:53 The Impact of Autism in Family Life08:54 Navigating Grief and Acceptance11:54 The Role of Faith in Parenting Challenges14:56 Finding Hope Amidst Pain17:50 The Complexity of Love and Loss20:43 Trusting God's Character in Difficult Times23:50 The Importance of Perspective in Suffering32:44 The Brokenness of the World34:25 Grounding in God's Goodness37:43 Arguments for God's Existence40:32 Counterfeit Comforts in Parenting51:47 The Nature of Brokenness54:30 Theological Misconceptions and TruthsTo learn more about Phoenix Hayes and her ministry check out http://serpentsdoves.org/ (http://serpentsdoves.org/) or https://www.facebook.com/PhoenixHayes (https://www.facebook.com/PhoenixHayes) or https://www.instagram.com/phoenix_hayes/ (https://www.instagram.com/phoenix_hayes/) To learn more about Teasi Cannon or to invite her to speak check out www.teasicannon.com (https://www.teasicannon.com/)To get started on your own study of apologetics check out these recommended resources: General Apologetics — Teasi Cannon (https://www.teasicannon.com/general-apologetics)

Have you or someone you know ever had to give up on a desperate prayer for someone you love? In this episode of True Comfort, Teasi has a heartfelt conversation with scholar, theologian, philosopher, and apologist Dr. Douglas Groothuis who opens his heart to share about his experience with losing his beloved wife to a rare and cruel form of dementia, how it felt to completely give up hope for her healing, and why he never gave up on his trust in God's truth and goodness through the loss and pain.00:00 Introduction to True Comfort and Dr. Groothuis07:53 The Journey of Faith and Apologetics15:05 Navigating Personal Pain and Grief23:27 The Role of Lament in Suffering32:28 The Importance of Hope and Faith45:55 Counterfeit Comforts in Today's CultureTo learn more about Dr. Douglas Groothuis check out Douglas Groothuis, Ph.D. | Christian Philosopher and Apologist (https://www.douglasgroothuis.com/)To order Walking Through Twilight : Amazon (https://a.co/d/2rfsatc)To learn more about Teasi Cannon or to invite her to speak check out www.teasicannon.com (https://www.teasicannon.com/)To get started on your own study of apologetics check out these recommended resources: General Apologetics — Teasi Cannon (https://www.teasicannon.com/general-apologetics)Music by Sam Cannon at Home | I'm Sam Cannon (https://www.imsamcannon.com/)

Have you or someone you know ever felt as if in one tragic moment everything good and right and meaningful in the world was shattered? In this episode of True Comfort, Teasi has a heartfelt conversation with author, speaker, and apologist Alisa Childers who opens her heart to share about a personal experience just like this, how it affected her relationship with God, and how she held on to biblical faith through the pain.00:00 Introduction to True Comfort and Apologetics03:43 The Journey to Apologetics10:55 The Impact of Personal Loss24:34 Finding Hope in Suffering30:37 The Role of Scripture in Grief32:30 Finding Comfort in Grief34:59 The Role of Community in Suffering37:53 Evidence of Faith During Doubt41:00 Understanding Progressive Christianity49:58 The Hope in Suffering and God's SovereigntyTo learn more about Alisa’s incredible ministry and books check out www.alisachilders.com (https://alisachilders.com/)To learn more about Teasi Cannon or to invite her to speak check out www.teasicannon.com (https://www.teasicannon.com/)To get started on your own study of apologetics check out these recommended resources: General Apologetics — Teasi Cannon (https://www.teasicannon.com/general-apologetics)Music by Sam Cannon (https://www.imsamcannon.com/)

Welcome to this introduction to the True Comfort Podcast, where pain meets promise hosted by Teasi Cannon. If your heart's broken, and you're tired of shallow advice, you're not alone. Here we share stories of real pain, hope that's found only in Jesus, and solid evidence that God's promises can be trusted. No fluff. No counterfeit comfort. Just truth you can cling to.