True Comfort

"Did God intentionally design me with a disability?"

In this powerful conversation, Ela (known as "The Disapologist") opens up about the raw reality of being born with a physical disability, enduring over 30 orthopedic surgeries, and the "debilitating lies" she encountered within church culture. Whether it was the pressure of the Prosperity Gospel or the confusion of modern social theories, Ela shares how she moved from resentment to finding a transcendent hope that doesn't depend on physical healing.

If you’ve ever wrestled with "Why me?" or wondered how the Bible actually views chronic illness and disability, this episode is a roadmap to finding your identity in Christ rather than your diagnosis.

In this episode, we discuss:
The "Faith" Trap: Why a lack of healing is not a failure of your faith.
Identity Crisis: Moving from being a "disabled Christian" to a Christian who happens to have a disability.
The Roof-Ripper Mentality: How the church can move beyond "inclusion" to true Gospel-centered accessibility.
Bad Theology: Identifying the errors in the "Word of Faith" movement and Critical Social Theory.

Timestamps:
0:00 – Introduction to Ella & her ministry
2:45 – The reality of 30+ orthopedic surgeries
8:15 – Why church accessibility is a priority issue
12:30 – Addressing the "Why me?" and God’s sovereignty
18:00 – The danger of the Prosperity Gospel and healing services
24:30 – Purpose vs. Calling: Why your value isn't in what you "do"
35:00 – Rebutting the claim that "Jesus is disabled"
43:15 – Ela’s 3 core convictions for every believer
52:00 – Final encouragement: Knowing Him and making Him known

Connect with Ela:
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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...

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Is your desire to serve God actually a hidden pursuit of power? In a culture obsessed with "platform" and "influence," how do you keep your motives pure?

In this deeply personal episode, I sit down with J. Warner Wallace (Cold Case Detective and author of Cold Case Christianity). We move past the standard apologetics arguments to investigate the hardest case of all: the human heart. Jim opens up about his struggle with identity as he ages, the temptation of "celebrity Christianity," and why he believes we don't need more million-dollar apologists.

Have you ever struggled with your purpose in a new season of life? Do you want a practical way to leave a spiritual legacy for your family? That's what we'll discuss here.

IN THIS EPISODE:
The Detective's Audit: The only 3 motives for every crime (and sin)—and how to spot them in your own life.
The "Journal Bible" Hack: A brilliant, practical method Jim uses to leave a legacy for his grandkids (and stay disciplined in the Word).
Identity Crisis: How to find peace when you move from being a "Superhero" in your career to "Tinkering" in retirement.
The Truth About Ministry: Why Jim believes "professional apologists" might be hurting the church, and why he sometimes works for free.
Evidence vs. Experience: Why Jim doesn't trust "spiritual experiences" and relies solely on evidence.

TIMESTAMPS
00:00 - Intro: From Cold Case Detective to Apologist
01:46 - Why Jim’s "Logic Was Defeated" (Grandparenting)
33:20 - The 3 Root Motives: Sex, Money, & Power
21:49 - Struggling with Identity: "Who am I now?"
27:35 - We Don't Need More "Million Dollar Apologists"
55:49 - The "Journal Bible" Legacy Hack
58:43 - How to Spot Your True Idol (The 3 Metrics)
1:06:49 - Why Marriage is Your First Ministry

CONNECT WITH J. WARNER WALLACE:
Website: https://coldcasechristianity.com/
Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B008LM6FR6/allbooks?ingress=0&visitId=ef4eda14-134b-4bf2-879b-c5f48ab9c029&ref_=ap_rdr&ccs_id=3ea91d65-8d97-4093-b648-95d00d375c10
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jwarnerwallace/

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 

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Have you ever felt like God was holding you captive in your pain? Or woke up in the morning wishing you hadn't?

I sit down with Bec, who lives with a severe genetic syndrome that causes tumors to grow on her nerves, eroding the bones in her skull and spine. She describes her daily pain as a "blowtorch" to the jaw and admits there was a time she accused God of having "Munchausen by proxy", believing He created her sickness just to force her to depend on Him.

But her story didn't end in bitterness.

Bec shares how discovering Apologetics (the evidence for the truth of Christianity) became the anchor that feelings alone could not provide. We discuss how logic, history, and a robust theology of the Resurrection can sustain us when our bodies are failing.

Have you ever wondered if God "dropped a stitch" when He made you? Let's understand Romans 8:28 and the true purpose of pain.

In this episode, we discuss:
Living with a "blowtorch" of pain: Tumors, eroding bones, and permanent migraines.
The "Munchausen by Proxy" accusation: Dealing with anger toward God.
Why "Blind Faith" isn't enough when you are suffering deeply.
How apologetics protects us from false teaching and despair.
Redefining "Good": Why God’s plan in Romans 8:28 isn't always physical healing.

TIMESTAMPS:
0:00 - Intro: From John Lennox to a Personal Faith
07:40 - The Diagnosis: "My bones are eroding"
10:30 - The dark reality of waking up in pain
15:50 - Accusing God: "Did you drop a stitch?"
19:30 - The Pivot: How the Resurrection changes our view of suffering
25:30 - Is God cruel? Understanding discipline vs. punishment
31:30 - Textual Criticism & Evidence: Knowing it's actually TRUE
38:00 - The Providence of Illness: How pain led to truth
43:00 - Warning: Don't settle for a "counterfeit Jesus"

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Bec mentions that "loving God with your mind" (studying evidence) helped her heart. Has learning theology ever helped you through an emotional struggle?

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 

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What do you do when your worst nightmare becomes your daily reality?

In this deeply vulnerable episode, Clay and Jean Jones pull back the curtain on their battle with Stage 4 cancer, five miscarriages, and a lifetime of studying the hardest question in history: How does God use suffering for our good? If you’ve ever felt like your faith was failing because your heart was breaking, this conversation is for you.

Clay (former professor at Talbot School of Theology) and Jean (author of the Discovering Hope series) share the 7 Biblical Truths they use to defeat despair in the hospital hallways.

In this episode, you’ll discover:
The "I Racer" Strategy: How to replace intrusive, fearful thoughts with a "high adventure" mindset.
The Fellowship of Suffering: Why Jean’s inability to have children led to a deeper intimacy with a Father who also knows the pain of rejection.
Defeating the Enemy: How a simple prayer of thanksgiving in a dark corridor can win a spiritual battle before the trial even ends.
The Lobotomy Myth: Why you will actually remember and cherish your earthly victories in Heaven.

???? Timestamps:
00:00 – Intro: Why "fluffy" messages don't work in the real world.
05:00 – From Atheism to Apologetics: The Jones' personal stories.
10:00 – Truth #1: Personalizing God’s love in a crisis.
15:00 – The Universal Truth: Why we must stop the "Pity Party."
20:00 – Miscarriages & Ministry: How God uses broken dreams.
30:00 – Standing in the Hallway: Honoring God through Stage 4 Cancer.
35:00 – Focus on Today: Why "praying to a point of peace" for the future can be a trap.
45:00 – The Weight of Glory: How Eternity dwarfs our current pain.

 Resources Mentioned:
Book: How Does God Use Suffering for Our Good? by Clay & Jean Jones

Connect with Clay: 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.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)  

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What happens when a world-renowned New Testament scholar loses his memory and has to relearn Greek from the very textbook he wrote?

In this powerful episode, I sit down with Dr. Dan Wallace, Executive Director of the Center for the Study of New Testament Manuscripts (CSNTM). Dan opens up about the "neck-up Christianity" that crumbled when tragedy struck his family. We discuss the "Summer from Hell" when his son was diagnosed with a rare, aggressive cancer, and his own terrifying battle with Encephalitis that left him with severe amnesia, hallucinations, and sluggish brain waves.

If you are walking through a crisis, struggling with anger toward God, or wondering if your faith can survive the loss of your health or stability, this conversation is for you. Dan shares how he moved from bitterness to a deep trust in the Cross, realizing that God’s love is demonstrated not in our circumstances, but in what was finished on Calvary.

In this episode, we cover:
The "fork in the road" where suffering leads to either faith or abandonment.
Dan’s early academic failures and how he almost flunked Greek.
The rare cancer diagnosis that threatened his son’s life.
How a student’s rebuke saved Dan from bitterness.
The terrifying experience of losing his memory and fighting hallucinations.
Why the Cross is the only proof of God's love we need.

CHAPTERS: 
00:00 - Intro: Who is Dan Wallace? 
02:08 - The Evidence of Ancient Manuscripts
06:50 - A Crisis of Faith: Is Jesus really God?
15:00 - Failing Greek & The Academic Turnaround
24:25 - The "Summer from Hell": A Son’s Cancer Battle
34:00 - "Neck-Up" Christianity & Anger at God
36:30 - The Rebuke that Changed Everything
43:00 - The Accident: Losing Memory & Function
50:30 - Hallucinations & The Ambulance Ride
53:21 - Relearning Greek from My Own Textbook
1:03:00 - Why the Cross is Enough

RESOURCES MENTIONED:
CSNTM: View the digitized manuscripts Dan talks about at the Center for the Study of New Testament Manuscripts - https://www.csntm.org/

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)  

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