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This week on the Chasing Assurance Podcast, Terry Peer and Terry L. Peer dive into a powerful and practical conversation about ministering to others during their toughest times. For 12 episodes we’ve explored personal struggles, but this week we shift the focus outward:

How do we help others who are hurting… without saying the wrong thing or making it about us?

You’ll hear seven practical reminders for encouragers, stories of real-life ministry moments, and biblical principles like Matthew 25 that challenge us to live with empathy, discernment, and trustworthiness.

If you’ve ever wanted to support a hurting friend, family member, or coworker but felt unsure what to say, this episode will equip you with wisdom and encouragement to be a true channel of God’s assurance.

📖 Scripture Focus: Galatians 6:2 – “Carry each other’s burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ.”

🔥 Key Takeaways

- The seven practical reminders for encouragers

- Why confidentiality is essential to real ministry

- How to spot subtle signs that someone is hurting

- Turning everyday interactions into opportunities for discipleship

- Stories of how God opens doors—even when we fumble

- Practical ways to pray, encourage, and serve

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In this powerful episode of the Chasing Assurance Podcast, Terry and Terry L. Peer dive into one of the hardest yet most rewarding parts of Christian living: forgiveness.

From personal struggles to biblical principles, they discuss:

- Why forgiveness is a gift we give, not just a reaction

- How Jesus’ example on the cross teaches us to release bitterness

- The difference between forgiveness and reconciliation

- Practical wisdom on rebuilding trust after betrayal

- What it really means to release the debt and let God handle justice

- Encouragement for navigating emotional wounds in relationships, business, and church life

💡 Verse of the Week: Ephesians 4:32 — “Be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving each other, just as God in Christ also has forgiven you.”

🙏 This week’s Lester’s Feet segment is a special prayer request for Brent & Stacey Henderson as Brent undergoes open-heart surgery.

If forgiveness feels impossible, this conversation offers hope, healing, and direction.

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- Midwest Land Group – www.midwestlandgroup.com

- Novix Outdoors – www.novixoutdoors.com

- Mike’s Mighty Micros – www.mikesmightymicros.com

- Victory Auto Group – www.victorykc.com

- 360 Hunting Blinds – www.360huntingblinds.com

- Real World Wildlife Products – www.realworldwildlifeproducts.com

- Mathews Archery – www.mathewsinc.com

- Gingerich Tree Farms – www.gingerichtreefarm.com

- Brenton USA – www.brentonusa.com

-Vortex Optics – www.vortexoptics.com

- Grubb Implement – www.grubbimplement.com

- TagOut Technique – www.tagouttechnique.com

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- Coonless Deer Feeders – www.coonlessfeeders.com

- WiseEye Technologies – www.wiseeyetech.com

- Green Prairie Seed Company – www.greenprairieseeds.com

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In this episode of the Chasing Assurance Podcast, Terry Peer and Terry L. Peer delve into one of the most challenging yet liberating truths of the Christian Walk — forgiveness.

They unpack:

- Why forgiveness is a close cousin to peace and hope.

- The difference between unconditional love and unfailing love.

- Why true forgiveness is always a gift from the offended — and why that matters.

- The difference between guilt vs. guilty feelings.

- David’s journey in Psalm 51 & 32 — from confession to the joy of being forgiven.

- The 12 biblical elements of salvation and forgiveness (grace, faith, blood of Christ, repentance, baptism, and more).

Whether you struggle with past mistakes, bitter relationships, or simply doubt God’s love for you — this conversation will help you find peace, hope, and assurance in Christ.

🙏 Verse of the Week: Nehemiah 9:17

📖 Next Episode: How to practice forgiveness in our relationships with others.

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Study Guide Link:

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📖 Summary (Description)

In Episode 10 of Chasing Assurance, Terry Peer and Terry L. Peer dive into the “cousins” of assurance—forgiveness, peace, and hope. This week’s focus is on hope—not a weak “I hope so”, but a living hope rooted in the resurrection of Jesus.

💡 In this episode:

The difference between hope and confidence in our faith

Why hopelessness is one of life’s heaviest burdens—and how God replaces it with assurance

Encouraging stories, including lessons from faithful believers like Beecher Hines

A special update from Lester’s Feet, helping a family battling breast cancer

If you’ve ever struggled with doubt or discouragement, this message will encourage you to expect God’s promises with confidence.

👉 Share this episode with your church, small group, or a friend who needs a reminder of the hope we have in Christ.

Study Guide Link:

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Summary:

In Part 1 of this two-part series, Terry Peer and Terry L. Peer explore the “three close cousins” of biblical assurance—forgiveness, peace, and hope—and how they anchor our hearts in times of turbulence. With Scripture, personal stories, and practical encouragement, they unpack what it means to have calmness in the inner person, even when life is anything but calm. This heartfelt episode also includes a touching tribute to a dear friend, a reminder of the urgency of faith, and a challenge to deepen your relationship with Christ before the storms come. Sponsored by Heartwood Planning Group.

Study Guide Link:

https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/vq4ajjxbcqubsnpd3tn6v/Episode-8-Study-Guide.pdf?rlkey=so4ajpkdcj3wex7drbfokdu12&dl=0

When life feels overwhelming and unfair, it’s easy to wonder if God truly cares. In this episode of Chasing Assurance, Terry and his dad dive deep into one of life’s hardest faith questions — exploring Scripture, personal stories, and timeless biblical truths that remind us of God’s presence, even in the valleys.

From Job’s unwavering trust to the Psalms of Asaph, they uncover the hope that sustains us when prayers seem unanswered and life feels unjust. Whether you’re in the middle of the storm, carrying scars from the past, or walking alongside someone who’s hurting, this conversation will remind you: God is still God on the mountain and in the valley.

📖 Key Scriptures: Psalm 73, Job 13:15, Psalm 103:10, Revelation 22:3

🙏 Themes: God’s fairness, unanswered prayers, dealing with doubt, finding assurance in suffering

Chasing Assurance Podcast — helping you strengthen your faith in the middle of life’s hardest questions.

Study Guide Link:

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In this powerful episode of Chasing Assurance, Terry Peer and his father, Terry L. Peer, tackle one of the most misunderstood foundations of the Christian faith: salvation by Jesus’ righteousness—not our own perfection.

Whether you’re stuck in the mindset of “never good enough” or believe you have to earn your way into heaven, this episode lays out a biblical roadmap for assurance rooted in grace, not performance.

Why our good deeds can’t cancel out our sins

The dangers of perfectionism in faith

What Romans, Ephesians, and Titus teach about righteousness

Teaching kids (and ourselves) to depend on Jesus, not checklists

Plus, a heartfelt Lester’s Feet segment remembering Laura Sanders, and a challenge to reflect on what truly qualifies us for eternity.

🔔 Subscribe to follow this biblical journey toward real assurance and freedom in Christ.

Study Guide Link:

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In this episode, Terry and Terry L. Peer unpack one of the most important questions for believers: Is the Bible truly reliable and relevant in today’s world? From historical trustworthiness to real-life application, they explore how Scripture continues to speak into our modern struggles.

Plus, a powerful guest segment with Christian recording artist Emerson Day, who shares the backstory of her song “Middle of a Miracle” and how God showed up during a life-threatening accident. You won’t want to miss this moving testimony of faith, healing, and purpose.

Click Here for Episode #5 Study Guide:

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In this powerful episode of the Chasing Assurance Podcast, Terry Peer and his father, Terry L. Peer, dive into one of the most foundational truths for every believer — the trustworthiness of the Bible.

Is the Bible just another book? Or is it the inspired Word of God, preserved and relevant for us today? This episode tackles:

The difference between man-made religion and God-breathed scripture

How archaeology, prophecy, and manuscript evidence validate the Bible

Why the Bible remains the ultimate source of truth and guidance

The importance of grounding our children in Biblical truth in a world full of skepticism

A heartfelt segment on the origin and mission of Lester's Feet Foundation

Whether you're a lifelong believer or someone asking questions in the break room, this episode offers real assurance that God’s Word can be trusted.

📖 Featured Scriptures:

Psalm 119:105 — "Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path."

John 17:17 — "Sanctify them in the truth; Your word is truth."

Romans 10:17 — "So faith comes from hearing, and hearing by the word of Christ."

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Is God distant, or have we moved?

In this episode of Chasing Assurance, Terry Peer II and Dr. Terry Peer explore what causes us to feel far from God—even when we still believe in Him. They discuss the difference between believing in God and walking closely with Him, and highlight two common reasons for spiritual distance: personal guilt and disappointment in times of crisis.

With relatable stories and biblical truth, they offer encouragement that God is always near—and wants us to draw close.

Verses referenced: Genesis 3, Psalm 34:18, Acts 17:27, James 4:8.

Study Guide Link:

https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/n6rj0ei0sl63j4olsi4ir/Episode-4-Study-Guide.pdf?rlkey=hrget8ak6lgkwggg343odnc1x&dl=0