Study Guide: https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/ohk85rgtujxpgpi1tkxz0/Study-Guide-Chasing-Assurance-71.pdf?rlkey=92rxpdakie5bxrlruuxvijw4t&dl=0 Have you ever felt like you're living in a place called "Struggle Town"? Life can bring unexpected challenges, broken relationships, grief, disappointment, and seasons when we simply don't understand what God is doing. In this week's episode of the Chasing Assurance Podcast, Dr. Terry L. Peer and Terry Peer explore one of life's greatest realities: **Becoming a Christian doesn't mean our struggles disappear. But it does mean we don't have to face them alone.** Through the remarkable story of Jacob in Genesis, we discover a man whose life was filled with conflict, deception, family problems, and uncertainty. Yet it was through those struggles, and ultimately his wrestling encounter with God, that Jacob learned what genuine faith and dependence on God really meant. **In this episode, we discuss:** - Why Christians still experience difficult seasons. - How the holidays can magnify grief, loss, and emotional struggles. - Why being connected to a church family is so important. - What Jesus taught about tragedy and the uncertainty of tomorrow. - The danger of becoming so discouraged that we stop talking to God. - How Jacob's life demonstrates the transforming power of struggle. - Why we must learn to hold on to God even when we don't understand His plan. **Lester's Feet Foundation Update** We share the story of baby Liam, who spent 47 days in the NICU, and the challenges his family continues to face. We also celebrate encouraging news about Robin Higgins following her cancer treatments and thank everyone who has surrounded Don and Robin with prayer and support. **Scripture References:** Genesis 25–49 | Genesis 28 | Genesis 32 | Luke 13:1–5 | John 16:33 | Romans 8 | Colossians 1:24 **Explore Chasing Assurance:** Visit https://www.chasinggiants.com to listen to past episodes, search previous podcast transcripts by topic, and find additional resources. **Support Lester's Feet Foundation:** Learn more about how you can help families facing difficult circumstances through Lester's Feet Foundation. **Our Sponsors:** Heartwood Planning Group Coonless Deer Feeders WiseEye Technologies Green Prairie Seed Company If this episode encourages you, please LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and SHARE it with someone who may be going through a difficult season. **Remember: Our God is bigger than all the struggles of life.** #ChasingAssurance #ChristianPodcast #FaithThroughStruggles #TrustGod #BibleStudy #Jacob #ChristianEncouragement #LestersFeet Visit https://www.chasingassurance.com to connect with us, submit questions, or suggest topics for future episodes. Subscribe to Chasing Assurance for weekly conversations about faith, salvation, discipleship, and the assurance we have through Jesus Christ. #ChasingAssurance #ChristianFaith #Temptation #GodsGrace #ChristianLiving Thank you to our sponsors: Heartwood Planning Group WiseEye Technologies Coonless Feeders Green Prairie Seed Company © 2026 Chasing Assurance Podcast / Chasing Giants LLC. All rights reserved. This podcast, including all audio, video, graphics, logos, thumbnails, written descriptions, study guides, transcripts, and related content, is protected under United States copyright law and may not be copied, reproduced, redistributed, republished, uploaded, broadcast, modified, or reused in whole or in part without prior written permission from Chasing Giants LLC. Limited sharing of official links to podcast episodes and social media posts is permitted and encouraged for ministry and promotional purposes. However, unauthorized editing, clipping, rebranding, monetization, or reposting of Chasing Assurance content on other platforms is prohibited without express written consent. Scripture quotations remain the property of their respective copyright holders and are used in accordance with applicable permissions and fair use guidelines. For licensing, media inquiries, speaking requests, or permission to reuse content, please contact