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True ComfortA Painful First-time Revelation and the Redemptive Power of God's Truth - with Melissa DoughertyIn 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 Import...2025-08-0858 minTrue ComfortTrauma, Tragedy, and Transcendent Hope - with Jennifer DefratesSpecial 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...2025-08-0154 minTrue ComfortDid My Dad Die Without Jesus? - With Professor R. L. SolbergLosing 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...2025-07-251h 06True ComfortFaith That Holds Through A Lifetime of Suffering, With Hillary FerrerHave 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 Suffe...2025-07-181h 01True ComfortA Mother's Greatest Fear: A Life of Greater Faith, with Phoenix HayesHave 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 Ap...2025-07-1159 minTrue ComfortSuffering Leads Bible Scholar to Give Up, But Not on God or His Truth - with Douglas GroothuisHave 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...2025-07-041h 00True ComfortLife felt meaningless: Jesus didn't. With Alisa ChildersHave 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 Loss2025-06-2758 minTrue ComfortWelcome to True Comfort, Where Pain Meets PromiseWelcome 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.2025-06-2305 min
BibleThinkerExposing a bully pastor who used his pulpit to attack a victim: Teasi CannonThank you to Teasi Cannon for being willing to come, at my invitation, and tell her story. We don't share this as a piece of entertainment but a way of calling Christians to something higher and bringing support to victims and accountability to leaders who abuse their authority.
This is the bully sermon (unless they delete it): Click Here
This is Teasi’s initial response to his threats and bullying from the pulpit. You can hear her heart of care: Click Here
Here's Teasi Cannon's website, with lots of resources for those who have been through si...2025-06-221h 54
Black and Blurred#179 Healing the Wounds: Overcoming Church Betrayal and Heartbreak w/ Teasi CannonSEND US A MESSAGE! We'd Love to Chat With you and Hear your thoughts! We'll read them on the next episode. We are joined by Teasi Cannon who, through her unwavering faith in Jesus as her rock has endured some of the harshest treatment as a member of a local body. She tells her story of church betrayal and hurt from her former pastor and helps younger believers navigate the differences between church hurt and church discipline. If you've ever been hurt by a leader in your church and you need encouragement to see the beauty of...2025-01-231h 06
The Road Out PodcastDefining Spiritual Abuse w/ Shelby Hofer, Pt. 1Professional counselor, Shelby Hofer, joins us from Switzerland. 18 years of experience with YWAM has earned her invaluable knowledge on the topic of spiritual abuse. Below is an extensive list of resources provided by Shelby categorized by media type. Enjoy!
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“Escaping the Maze of Spiritual Abuse: How to create healthy Christian cultures” by Dr. Lisa Oakley and Justin Humphreys
“The Subtle Power of Spiritual Abuse” by David Johnson and Jeff van Vonderen
“Safe People” by Henry Cloud and John Townsend
“When Narcissism Comes to Church: Healing your community from emotional and...2024-06-2939 min
Reclamation: A beEmboldened Initiative65. Teasi’s Reflections: Five years after experiencing spiritual abuse.It has been five years since Teasi Cannon experienced spiritual abuse in the church she attended for 23 years. In this episode of the Reclamation Podcast, Teasi shares her reflections on how these years have impacted her healing, what helped her through the most difficult times, and some of the struggles she continues to walk through today.
Teasi's full story: https://youtu.be/ivEhggSqtMo
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The Word at Work with Miranda Carls: A Podcast for Christian Professionals21. The obsessive pursuit of our BIG God-given calling (Guest: Teasi Cannon, Author of Lord, Where's My Calling?)In this episode, we’ll be talking about the hunt for a God-given calling with Teasi Cannon, author of Lord, Where’s My Calling? She takes a Biblical look at the concept of calling, why we are all chasing it (often with much frustration!), and God’s better way for us. Teasi describes herself as a lifelong learner with a passion for knowing God and making him known. She lives south of Nashville, Tennessee with her husband, Bill. They have three adult children, a son-in-law, and two grandchildren.
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Mama Bear ApologeticsEpisode 76. Questions to Ask Your Kids’ SchoolIntroduction: Mama Bear Board member Teasi Cannon joins Amy to talk about questions parents should ask their kids’ school, particularly in private schools and homeschooling co-ops. Main Points Covered: Why parents should ask schools questions Question 1: Are teachers trained theologically? Question 2: Do they teach from a Christian worldview and teaching what a worldview […]The post 76. Questions to Ask Your Kids’ School appeared first on Mama Bear Apologetics.2022-11-1134 minReclamation: A beEmboldened Initiative38. Repentance and Religious Abuse: How they relate and how they don’t.We see teaching about repentance throughout the New and Old Testament. This practice is shown as an essential aspect of conversion and continued growth. How has this important and beautiful teaching been twisted in abusive and unbiblical ways? This week, Teasi Cannon joined us to discuss what repentance actually looks like versus what it doesn’t.
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The Alisa Childers Podcast#130 What are Red Flags for Spiritual Abuse in Your Church? with Teasi CannonIn this video, I continue my conversation with Teasi Cannon about the nature of spiritual abuse, and what danger signs to be looking out for in your own church2021-11-1448 minThe Alisa Childers Podcast#129 Spiritual Abuse and the Church: Why Should We Listen? with Teasi CannonMy friend Teasi Cannon and I have walked through a lot together. We decided to give my viewers a bird's eye view of what our conversations have looked like as we've processed the spiritual abuse we walked through together. We pray it will edify and encourage the body of Christ and possibly be a vehicle of recognition and healing. 2021-11-0747 min
More Than FineThe Gift of Worship: Finding Serenity in Surrender with Jon ReddickIn difficult seasons, the gift of worship can connect us to the love of God, and to each other. Jon Reddick shares how worship can help us to be vulnerable before God and how we can find healing in surrender. He also discusses how God met him in a dark time in his life through worship, and how to cultivate a lifestyle of worship for ourselves and our children. Watch this episode's bonus content "God Turn it Around- A Moment of Worship" with Jon Reddick on YouTube Follow Jon Reddick on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter2021-10-2731 min
More Than FineYour Purpose is Permanent: The Distraction of Calling & The Invitation in Your Doubt with Teasi CannonDid you know that there's a difference between purpose and calling? Teasi Cannon sheds light on your unchanging and permanent purpose, and why focusing on calling can be such a distraction. She describes why your relationship with God is central to walking in your purpose, and how your gifts and talents are a part of the experience. Teasi also shares how your doubts about God are actually an invitation to knowing Him better, and how knowing Him gives you a greater ability to know yourself. Visit TeasiCannon.com Purchase Teasi's Book, "Lord, Where's My Calling?"2021-09-0153 min
Apologetics SimplifiedDeconstruction of Kevin MaxFor full show notes & information about the hosts www.leahchapman.org/podcasts/s6e14Leah & Andrew discuss the deconstruction of former DC Talk member Kevin Max. We talk about his recent tweets describing his change in faith. We define deconstruction, exvangelical, and universal Christ. We give advice on how to move forward if you or someone you love is wrestling with doubts or feelings of deconstruction.The segment breaks feature a startling tweet from Veggie Tales and how you can get involved with what Apologetics Simplified is doing in the future.Support:2021-06-0140 min
Reclamation: A beEmboldened Initiative10. Pressured to Perform: Sarah, Deep Dive Response with Special Guest Teasi CannonWhen Sarah resigned from her volunteer worship leader position, everyone was concerned that she had lost her faith in God. How could she quit serving and still be God's daughter? She must be turning her back on him, right? Author and speaker, Teasi Cannon, joins us for a deep dive conversation on this foundational idea of "calling.” What is it and what is it not?
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Teológicamente Prácticas15. Mujer y Trabajo (Parte II)¿Cuál es mi llamado específico? ¿Cómo puedo ser relevante en este mundo? ¿Cómo luce la vida de una mujer cuya fe perfila su vida laboral?
En esta segunda parte de nuestra conversación sobre la mujer y el trabajo estuvimos abordando estas preguntas y también estuvimos aprendiendo sobre algunas mujeres seguidoras de Cristo que tuvieron un gran impacto en diferentes disciplinas y campos profesionales debido a su fe en Él.
También continuamos dialogando acerca de nuestra identidad en Cristo y de nuestro llamado, y de cómo esto impacta nuestro pres...2021-05-1735 minTeológicamente Prácticas14. Mujer y Trabajo¿Puede la mujer estar en el mercado laboral? ¿Es la mayor vocación de una mujer ser esposa y mamá que se queda en casa? ¿Puede una mujer moderna hacerlo todo? ¿Qué dice la Biblia sobre el trabajo? En este episodio conversamos acerca de estas y otras preguntas relevantes sobre la mujer y el trabajo.
Tuvimos también la oportunidad de hablar con una gran amiga llamada Martha Viveros quien es esposa, mamá y trabaja a tiempo parcial para el Banco Mundial. Su testimonio sobre la forma en que el Señor la llamó a la maternidad y al trabajo...2021-05-101h 11
Reclamation: A beEmboldened Initiative8. Reputation over Repentance: Teasi's StoryFor some leaders, their pride takes the form of covering up for themselves, even if it requires lies and gaslighting behaviors. Listen to Teasi's experience with her church of over two decades to learn how to respond if you find yourself in a similar situation.
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The Strong Women Podcast44. Navigating Spiritual Abuse with Teasi CannonWhat do you do when someone is misusing their spiritual influence? What are the red flags of spiritual abuse? Teasi Cannon has a powerful and personal story of redemption. She shares about the heartache and the healing of spiritual abuse, and how God was faithful to her through it all. Teasi Cannon Show Notes: Teasi’s Website: https://www.teasicannon.com/ “Lord, Where’s My Calling (Updated and Revised): When the Big Question Becomes a Big Distraction” by Teasi Cannon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08YQ3L9P1/ref=dp_kinw_strp_1 2021-04-281h 03
Reclamation: A beEmboldened Initiative6. Pressured to Perform: Sarah's StoryMany of us would agree that it’s good to volunteer, right? For people under abusive leadership, this is not always the impression they leave with. Listen to Sarah as she shares her experience of exhaustion and loss, and gives a warning of what happens when service is taken to the extreme.
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Lord, Where's My Calling?, Teasi Cannon2021-04-161h 04Mama Bear ApologeticsEpisode 58: Get to Know Our Team: Teasi CannonWelcome to the first of our “Get to Know Our Team” podcasts, in which we interview Mama Bear team members (in no particular order!). In this interview, Amy Davison talks with Teasi Cannon, who contributed to the Mama Bear Apologetics book (she wrote Chapter 5: “God Helps Those Who Help Themselves – Self-Helpism” and co-authored […]The post MBA Episode 58: Get to Know Our Team: Teasi Cannon appeared first on Mama Bear Apologetics.2020-12-0324 minThe Alisa Childers Podcast#77 Jen Hatmaker: Fierce and Free or Full of the Feels? With Hillary Ferrer and Teasi CannonHillary Ferrer and Teasi Canon join me on today's video to discuss Jen Hatmaker's latest book, Fierce, Free, and Full of Fire. We analyze the worldview of the book and how it interacts with biblical Christianity. We also discuss the recent podcast episode Hatmaker recorded with her daughter about LGBT inclusion.2020-08-1656 min
The Disciple Maker‘s PodcastS7 Ep. 35: Discipling Meat-Eaters (feat. Teasi Cannon)This episode is from Discipleship for Women, recorded at the National Disciple Making Forum. Download the recommended resource with this episode, “Dedicated Sampler,” by going to discipleship.org/ebooks
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A Heart RefinedEpisode #8: “My Big Bottom Blessing”In this episode, Rachel interviews author, Teasi Cannon. They talk about the importance in a daily walk with God in your journey towards finding your identity in Christ. Note from Rachel: Unfortunately the podcast stopped before our thoughts/mouths did, but you can find Teasi’s book on Amazon. Please make it a point to get it today!!2019-06-2558 minThe Disciple Maker‘s PodcastS6 Episode 33: Discipling Debbie Doubter (Teasi Cannon)Download Grace and Truth Living’s free PDF giveaway of 42 printable Scripture memory cards. Download it at http://discipleship.org/graceandtruth.
Today’s audio comes from the National Disciple Making Forum by Discipleship.org. The theme was “Relationships,” and Joanne Kraft of Grace and Truth Living led a track called, “Women and Disciple Making.”
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2019-06-061h 02Mama Bear ApologeticsEpisode 28: Is Jen Hatmaker Suffering for the Gospel? (The power of a deconversion story)SEPTEMBER 2020 UPDATE: We originally shared this podcast in February 2018. Recently, Hillary F. and Teasi Cannon joined Alisa Childers on her podcast to talk about Jen Hatmaker’s latest book, Fierce, Free, and Full of Fire. They analyze the worldview of the book and how it interacts with biblical Christianity. They also discuss the recent […]The post MBA 28: Is Jen Hatmaker Suffering for the Gospel? (The power of a deconversion story) appeared first on Mama Bear Apologetics.2018-02-111h 09
Passion To Profits - Make Money From What You Create288 - Teasi Cannon: Lord, Where's My Calling?This week I sit down with author and speaker, Teasi Cannon! We discuss the story behind her powerful book, “Lord Where's My Calling?” What I love about Teasi is the depth she brings to every conversation. She has a way of taking difficult concepts like “calling” or “purpose” and simplifying them in the midst of their magnitude. On this episode, Teasi shares how she struggled for years over the concept of a “calling,” and how she overcame the fear that her life lacks significance. I was so challenged by a lot of what we discussed, one of which was the two questions Te...2017-09-0545 min
The Wellness Journey Podcast SeriesMy Big Bottom Blessing:Hating My Body Led to Loving My Life - Mar 21,2013Have you ever felt like 97% of most women? In a recent poll by Glamour, a stunning 97% percent of women admitted to having at least one "I hate my body" thought each day. Even more depressing? On average, those women – just about all of us – have not one, but 13 negative body thoughts daily. Join us as we talk to Author Teasi Cannon, who knows the feeling well. "For most of my life," she says, “'disgust' would have been the appropriate word to define what I felt when looking in the mirror." Until, that is, Teasi decided to take a bold step. She wo...2013-03-2144 min
The Wellness JourneyMy Big Bottom Blessing:Hating My Body Led to Loving My LifeHave you ever felt like 97% of most women?
In a recent poll by Glamour, a stunning 97% percent of women admitted to having at least one "I hate my body" thought each day. Even more depressing? On average, those women – just about all of us – have not one, but 13 negative body thoughts daily.
Join us as we talk to Author Teasi Cannon, who knows the feeling well. "For most of my life," she says, “'disgust' would have been the appropriate word to define what I felt when looking in the mirror." Until, that is, Teasi decided to take a bold step. She wo...2013-03-2100 min
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Title: My Big Bottom Blessing: How Hating My Body Led to Loving My Life
Author: Teasi Cannon
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Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 5 hours 42 minutes
Release date: May 8, 2012
Genres: Counseling & Inspirational
Publisher's Summary:
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