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• The Hardship of Grief TRB #27 Keri Rodriguez

  Send us a textSeptember 1st was National Childhood Cancer Awareness Day. As such, we dedicate the episode to the thousands of children around the world who have suffered and died of childhood cancer.Grief has a way of reshaping our lives in ways we never imagined. For Keri Rodriguez, the unthinkable happened when her granddaughter Everly was diagnosed with neuroblastoma cancer at just 16 months old. What followed was a harrowing journey through hospital stays, treatments, moments of hope, and ultimately heartbreak when Everly passed away before her third birthday.This raw conversation explores the intersection of profound loss and spiritual faith. Keri candidly shares how she proclaimed to everyone – even skeptical medical staff – that God would heal her granddaughter. When healing didn't come in the expected form, she faced the question that haunts many believers: Why didn't God heal Everly when we know He could have?Listen to hear the entire conversation.Support the showFollow us on Insta & Facebook: The Redeemed Backslider Partner with us : https://www.theredeemedbackslider.org Kathy has two books out and they can be found on Amazon or Barnes & Noble online: Redeem California, With God it IS Possible: God of the Impossible: 30-Prayers for the Redemption and Restoration of California

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• Spiritual Bypass THB #26 Dr. Peridot Gilbert-Reed

  Send us a textHave you ever been told to "just pray more" when facing depression? Or heard "God has a plan" when grieving, leaving you feeling worse instead of comforted? You're not alone, and there's a name for this phenomenon: spiritual bypass.In this eye-opening conversation, Dr. Peridot Gilbert-Reed shares her groundbreaking research on how Christians use scripture and religious language to avoid processing psychological pain. While often well-intentioned, this practice prevents genuine healing and can leave lasting wounds. As a licensed professional counselor with a Ph.D. focused on spiritual abuse and spiritual bypass, Dr. Gilbert-Reed brings both professional expertise and personal experience to this sensitive topic.We explore the difference between healthy faith and harmful avoidance, examining how phrases like "do not be anxious about anything" can be weaponized against vulnerable people. Dr. Gilbert-Reed explains how spiritual bypass occurs most commonly in three contexts: home, church settings, and ministry workplaces, and she provides practical guidance for recognizing when it's happening to you.To reach Dr. Reed, you can visit her website at www.peridotreed.comSupport the showFollow us on Insta & Facebook: The Redeemed Backslider Partner with us : https://www.theredeemedbackslider.org Kathy has two books out and they can be found on Amazon or Barnes & Noble online: Redeem California, With God it IS Possible: God of the Impossible: 30-Prayers for the Redemption and Restoration of California

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• Freedom From the P-word TRB# 25 Breanna Arango

  Send us a textPornography addiction among Christian women remains one of the most hidden yet prevalent struggles in our churches today. In this vulnerable conversation, Brianna Arango breaks the silence by sharing her journey from secret addiction to complete freedom.Brianna's story begins with accidental exposure to pornography at just seven years old, creating neural pathways she would return to as a teenager during times of emotional distress. Despite being actively involved in her church—playing in the praise team and attending regularly—she maintained a secret addiction that created significant spiritual separation. What makes her testimony particularly powerful is her insight that despite repeatedly asking God to take away her addiction, she wasn't truly surrendering it: "I realized I wasn't letting it go... it was just such a security that I couldn't let go."The conversation takes a surprising turn when Brianna reveals the critical moment that gave her hope—overhearing a friend mention someone who had overcome pornography addiction. This simple revelation that she wasn't alone gave her the courage to confide in someone. Through accountability, practical safeguards, and immersion in Scripture, she began her eight-month journey toward freedom.Support the showFollow us on Insta & Facebook: The Redeemed Backslider Partner with us : https://www.theredeemedbackslider.org Kathy has two books out and they can be found on Amazon or Barnes & Noble online: Redeem California, With God it IS Possible: God of the Impossible: 30-Prayers for the Redemption and Restoration of California

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• Drugs, Affairs, Forgiveness TRB #24 Tom Lyman

  Send us a textTom Lyman's testimony isn't just another recovery story—it's a raw journey through the paradox of growing up in church while harboring secret addictions that nearly destroyed everything he loved.From his sheltered beginnings in a tiny church school with just one classmate to the depths of cocaine addiction and infidelity while still attending services every Sunday, Tom's story strips away the façade many maintain in religious environments. "I was that guy on the pew," he reveals, describing how for twelve years he maintained a perfect Christian appearance while spiraling through pornography, substance abuse, and multiple affairs.The most devastating part? His wife Lana stood by him through countless broken promises until that Thanksgiving night in 2021 when she finally said, "I love the real you. This isn't you, and I'm done." That moment—sitting alone outside while hearing his family laughing inside—became the crucible for authentic transformation.Listen for more of how God has redeemed the broken pieces.You can find Tom on  "The JOY HOUR Show"https://watch.osn.tv/or email him at:[email protected] Support the showFollow us on Insta & Facebook: The Redeemed Backslider Partner with us : https://www.theredeemedbackslider.org Kathy has two books out and they can be found on Amazon or Barnes & Noble online: Redeem California, With God it IS Possible: God of the Impossible: 30-Prayers for the Redemption and Restoration of California

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• Searching For Truth #TRB Episode 23- Michael Arrango

  Send us a textWhat happens when a man raised around Louisiana voodoo and family "witches" goes searching for spiritual enlightenment? Michael Arango takes us through his extraordinary journey from occult practices to authentic faith, revealing the subtle deceptions that nearly destroyed him.Beginning with childhood exposure to supernatural phenomena and his mother's claims of being a witch, Michael shares how these early encounters created a natural bridge to later occult involvement. After his father's death at age 21, Michael's spiritual quest led him through progressively darker practices—from alien theories to chakra meditation, psychedelic experimentation, and the Law of Attraction. With striking clarity, he reveals how these seemingly innocent spiritual pursuits actually opened doors to demonic influence.The most compelling aspect of Michael's testimony is his unique ability to identify occult principles that have infiltrated modern church culture. Having experienced both worlds, he pinpoints how New Age concepts are often repackaged with Christian terminology, creating dangerous spiritual confusion. His warnings about the "prosperity gospel" and manifestation teachings challenge believers to examine whether their faith practices truly align with scripture or subtly promote self-deification.Listen to the complete episode here.Michaels website is www.graceinharmonyco.comSupport the showFollow us on Insta & Facebook: The Redeemed Backslider Partner with us : https://www.theredeemedbackslider.org Kathy has two books out and they can be found on Amazon or Barnes & Noble online: Redeem California, With God it IS Possible: God of the Impossible: 30-Prayers for the Redemption and Restoration of California

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