True Comfort

By Teasi Cannon

True Comfort is a podcast for anyone who's heartbroken and tired of shallow advice. Here we share our real pain, hope that's found only in Jesus, and solid evidence that God's promises can be trusted.... more

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Number 1: Forgiveness Was Never Unconditional: Vee Chandler's 10-Year Deep Dive into What the Bible Actually Says
Does the Bible actually command us to forgive people who aren’t sorry? If you’ve ever felt pressured to "forgive and forget" a deep betrayal while the offender continues to cause harm, this episode will be a breath of fresh air. Today, we sit down with Dr. Vee Chandler, author of Biblical Boundaries of Forgiveness, to dismantle the modern "therapeutic" model of forgiveness and return to what the Scriptures actually teach. Vee spent 10 years researching the Greek and Hebrew roots of forgiveness after a personal crisis rocked her world. She discovered that much of what we are told in the modern church—that we must forgive unconditionally to stay "pure" on the inside—is a modern construct that adds a moral burden to the broken while letting the offender off the hook. In this episode, we dive deep into: The Repentance Requirement: Why God’s forgiveness is transactional and why ours should be too. Forgiveness vs. Reconciliation: Why you can forgive someone without ever letting them back into your life. The Justice of God: How trusting God as a "Just Judge" allows you to finally let go of the need for vengeance. Healing for the Wounded: Why your anger at injustice isn't "unholiness"—it’s a reflection of God’s own heart. If you’ve felt like a "second-class Christian" because you can’t reconcile with an unrepentant person, this conversation is for you. It’s time to take off the heavy yoke of man-made traditions and put on the light burden of biblical truth. CHAPTERS 0:00 - Intro: Meeting Dr. Vee Chandler 02:18 - The Life Crisis That Changed Everything 04:40 - Questioning the "Unconditional Forgiveness" Narrative 07:06 - Does God Forgive the Unrepentant? 09:32 - The 10-Year Journey of Biblical Research 11:57 - Why Repentance is the Missing Piece of the Gospel 18:56 - The High Cost of Eliminating Repentance 21:20 - Biblical Forgiveness vs. The "Therapeutic" Model 23:41 - When Reconciliation is Impossible: The Role of Truth 28:23 - Mercy for the "Doing Their Best" Offender 30:47 - Why We Need God’s Justice to Truly Let Go 33:14 - Is it Wrong to Still Feel Angry? 37:50 - Vindication: A Tiny Taste of Justice 40:11 - Removing the Moral Burden from the Broken 44:48 - The Miracle of Getting a "Platform-less" Book Published 51:30 - Final Words: Why This Message is Essential for Healing RESOURCES MENTIONED Biblical Boundaries of Forgiveness by Dr. Vee Chandler - https://a.co/d/0jckOTy1 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.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 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. #BiblicalForgiveness #HealingFromBetrayal #VeeChandler #ChristianCounseling #Repentance #SpiritualGrowth #ChurchHealing
April 17, 20261h 1min
Number 2: Counterfeit Forgiveness: A Special Announcement & Podcast Update
In this very special and emotional 34th episode of the True Comfort podcast, Teasi Cannon shares a major update and a deeply personal announcement. After over a year of interviewing incredible guests—from renowned apologists to those who have endured unimaginable loss and physical suffering—Teasi reflects on the profound comfort and hope those conversations have brought her and her listeners. The big news is that Teasi is officially launching her new book! Titled Counterfeit Forgiveness: How a Modern Myth Betrays Victims, Protects Abusers, and Corrupts the Gospel, the book will be released on August 28th. She explains how her previous deep-dive episodes into biblical forgiveness inspired her to write this crucial message for the body of Christ. To dedicate her time and resources to the book launch, Teasi will be pausing the True Comfort podcast for the next few months. She shares her heartfelt gratitude to her listeners, shedding tears as she thanks them for their tenderness, solidarity, and encouragement throughout this journey. SUBSCRIBE and stay tuned for more updates, and be sure to catch up on any past episodes you may have missed! TIMESTAMPS 00:00 – Intro: A special 34th episode 00:25 – Reflecting on a year of incredible guests and stories of suffering 08:26 – Finding safety and hope in the evidence of the resurrection 11:18 – The Big Announcement: My new book is launching! 11:32 – The title and focus of the new book: "Counterfeit Forgiveness" 11:42 – Why I wrote this book and previous episodes on forgiveness 13:48 – Pausing the True Comfort podcast for the book launch 14:31 – An emotional thank you to the listeners and viewers #TrueComfort #CounterfeitForgiveness #ChristianPodcast #BiblicalForgiveness #FaithJourney #ChristianAuthors
June 26, 202619min
Number 3: Hypocrisy in the Church and the Sustaining Truth of God's Word with Mary Jo Sharp
How do you hold onto faith when the people who claim to have the truth cause you the most pain? In this episode, former atheist turned Christian apologist Mary Jo Sharp opens up about her personal journey. From encountering the profound beauty of the universe in the Pacific Northwest to facing devastating hypocrisy and "church hurt" as a brand new believer, Mary Jo shares why the bad behavior of Christians almost made her walk away from God. We dive deep into the problem of evil, how Jesus equips us to handle hypocrites, and why the Christian worldview is robust enough to withstand our deepest doubts and pain. If you have ever been wounded by the church or struggled to trust God because of the actions of His followers, this episode will offer true comfort and a clear path forward. SUBSCRIBE for more stories of true comfort and faith. TIMESTAMPS 00:00 – Intro: From atheist to Christian apologist 06:43 – Finding the meaning of life in beauty and cosmology 08:24 – The high school band director who handed her a Bible 11:06 – The devastating first experience inside a church 13:50 – Surviving "death by a thousand hypocrisy cuts" 15:11 – Why Christian behavior isn't the litmus test for truth 20:40 – The problem of evil: A human problem, not just a Christian one 25:01 – How Jesus teaches us to live with hypocrisy and evil 31:47 – "I believe, help my unbelief": Being honest with God 41:19 – Practical advice for those experiencing church hurt 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.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 https://ngim.org/store/ and use promo code NorMTeasi25 If you need help around these topics, call or text 988 If this conversation encouraged you, please: SUBSCRIBE for more stories of true comfort and faith. COMMENT below SHARE this with a friend who needs to hear that they aren't alone in their pain. #ChurchHurt #MaryJoSharp #ChristianApologetics #ProblemOfEvil #Deconstruction #FaithJourney #TrueComfort
June 05, 202656min
Number 4: The Damaging Myth of Absolute Certainty with Adam Lloyd Johnson
What do you do when you are terrified that Christianity might not be true, but you are too ashamed to tell anyone? In this episode, Adam Lloyd Johnson (founder of Convincing Proof Ministries) opens up about the severe anxiety and panic attacks that nearly derailed his life in his twenties. Despite an insatiable appetite for studying the Bible and actively serving in his church, Adam was secretly battling intense doubts about his faith. He shares how a desperate search for the "silver bullet" of absolute certainty led him to a breaking point, and how discovering the works of Christian philosopher Francis Schaeffer finally set his mind free. We discuss the true relationship between faith and reason, why God does not demand 100% certainty, and how to find deep peace when you have questions. If you have ever struggled with the fear of doubting your faith or felt isolated by your questions, this episode is a lifeline. SUBSCRIBE for more stories of true comfort and faith. TIMESTAMPS 00:00 – Intro: Meeting Adam Lloyd Johnson 02:31 – From partying in high school to hearing the true gospel 07:07 – The insatiable appetite to learn and a call to ministry 08:52 – The skeleton in the closet: Secretly battling severe doubt 10:28 – Spiraling into depression, anxiety, and panic attacks 14:46 – The turning point: Bringing people into the circle of trust 24:02 – How Francis Schaeffer's apologetics rescued his mind 26:25 – The myth of absolute certainty and finding peace 31:58 – Why faith and reason are not opposites (The Marriage Analogy) 38:22 – Turning a season of pain into a lifelong apologetics ministry #ChristianApologetics #Deconstruction #FaithAndReason #FrancisSchaeffer #OvercomingAnxiety #TrueComfort #SoundDoctrine
June 19, 202652min
Number 5: Overcoming Deep Insecurity and Crushing Loss with Karen Patrick
What happens when you grow up in the church but secretly battle a paralyzing lack of assurance in your salvation? In this episode, Karen Patrick—a pastor's wife of almost 40 years and writer for Women in Apologetics—shares her powerful story of battling lifelong insecurity and how discovering the intellectual side of her faith completely transformed her. We discuss the heavy weight of comparison, the profound impact of studying God's attributes, and the C.S. Lewis analogy that finally set her free. Karen also opens up about a devastating season of acute grief, where she faced her mother's severe injury, the loss of her grandmother, the dismantling of her husband's ministry, and the sudden death of her stepdad all in rapid succession. Discover how a robust biblical worldview and the tangible love of the local church sustained her through her darkest days. SUBSCRIBE for more stories of true comfort and faith. TIMESTAMPS 00:00 – Intro: Meeting Karen Patrick 02:27 – Discovering apologetics and the "Youth Exodus" 04:51 – Hosting college students to study the evidence 12:49 – A lifelong secret: The struggle for salvation assurance 17:21 – The heavy burden of comparison as a pastor's wife 21:25 – How A.W. Tozer and the attributes of God cured her insecurity 24:26 – C.S. Lewis's "Meditation in a Toolshed" analogy 31:15 – A season of intense trials and sudden grief 40:25 – How God's character and the local church carry us through heartbreak 47:04 – Final encouragement: Look at creation and consider the lilies #ChristianApologetics #TrueComfort #FaithJourney #GriefSupport #WomensMinistry #ChristianWomen #SoundDoctrine
June 12, 202656min