The Redeemed Backslider

Kathy Chastain
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“Welcome to The Redeemed Backslider—with your host, Kathy Chastain, Christian-based psychotherapist and a redeemed backslider. This podcast dedicated to those who have wandered but are ready to return to the life-changing power of grace and the freedom found in Jesus. In Luke 4:18, Jesus proclaimed: ‘The Spirit of the Lord is upon me, because He has anointed me to preach the gospel to the poor; He has sent me to heal the brokenhearted, to proclaim liberty to the captives, and recovery of sight to the blind, to set at liberty those who are oppressed.’ This is the heart of our message. Whether you’re wrestling with regret, despair, seeking freedom from spiritual chains, or longing to see the light of God’s love again, you’re not alone. Here, we share testimonies, biblical truths, and encouragement to remind you that no one is too far gone for God’s redemption. This is your invitation to find healing, hope, and restoration in Jesus. Welcome to The Redeemed Backslider—where grace is greater than your past and your future is abundant when God redeems your story.” https://www.buzzsprout.com/2446178/subscribe

  1. Lost Everything Then Lost Myself- Tabitha Lopez TRB Episode 54

    May 14

    Lost Everything Then Lost Myself- Tabitha Lopez TRB Episode 54

    Send us Fan Mail If you’ve ever felt like God’s love depended on how perfectly you followed the rules, Tabitha Lopez’s story will hit close to home. She grew up in a strict United Pentecostal world where standards, leadership pressure, and fear of “getting it wrong” shaped her identity, even while she genuinely loved God and hungered for the Bible. Then Hurricane Katrina wiped out her home and community overnight, and the faith that felt unshakable suddenly had nothing familiar to stand on.  We talk through what happens after trauma when you’re grieving, angry, and trying to make sense of why God didn’t prevent the pain. Tabitha shares the slow slide into isolation, social anxiety, depression, self harm, and suicidal thoughts, plus the complicated church dynamics that can deepen shame instead of bringing healing. The most surprising part of her testimony is the detour into Jehovah’s Witnesses, not as a flashy rebellion, but as a desperate attempt to find belonging and rebuild a life without trusting God. Tune in to hear the rest... Find Tabitha's book, "No Longer A Prodigal" on Amazon Support the show Partner with us : https://www.theredeemedbackslider.org Follow us on Insta & Facebook: The Redeemed Backslider 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

    1h 53m
  2. Delivered From "IT" Amber Alonso: TRB Episode 53

    Apr 30

    Delivered From "IT" Amber Alonso: TRB Episode 53

    Send us Fan Mail She was the “good kid,” the straight-A student, the one who looked fine. But beneath the surface, Amber Alonzo was carrying loneliness, bullying, grief, and a private depression that eventually turned into anorexia nervosa and relentless intrusive thoughts. Amber joins me to tell the truth about what eating disorders actually feel like, how quickly control becomes obsession, and why so many teens hide pain behind perfectionism and people pleasing. Tune in to hear the complete testimony of Amber Alonso! Support the show Partner with us : https://www.theredeemedbackslider.org Follow us on Insta & Facebook: The Redeemed Backslider 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

    1h 44m
  3. Victoriously Overcoming Homosexuality: Rev. Cindy Mayo- TRB Episode 52

    Apr 16

    Victoriously Overcoming Homosexuality: Rev. Cindy Mayo- TRB Episode 52

    Send us Fan Mail Some stories don’t fit into neat church slogans, and that’s exactly why they matter. I’m joined by Cindy Mayo, a licensed minister and founder of Alpha Ministries, to share a deeply personal testimony of trauma, survival, and finding a way back to God after years away from church. Cindy opens up about a childhood marked by dysfunction, sexual abuse, fear, and later being kicked out at 17. We talk about how unresolved trauma can surface as rage, shame, and identity confusion, and why many people who struggle with same-sex attraction or gender identity confusion don’t leave because they stop loving God, but because they don’t know how to overcome what’s happening inside them. We also unpack the difference between gender identity confusion and same-sex attraction in plain language, without sensationalism. Tune In to listen to more If you have questions about homosexuality and how to live an overcoming life, contact Cindy Mayo at (209) 617-8114, or follow her on Facebook. Her ministry can offer many resources and counseling services to help. Support the show Partner with us : https://www.theredeemedbackslider.org Follow us on Insta & Facebook: The Redeemed Backslider 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

    1h 31m
  4. Two Miracles-One God: Ashley Zachary #TRB Episode 51

    Apr 9

    Two Miracles-One God: Ashley Zachary #TRB Episode 51

    Send us Fan Mail A mother’s prayer can sound fearless on the outside and still be full of questions in the quiet. Kathy Chastain sits down with Ashley Zachary, a newer convert with a raw, hope-filled testimony about coming out of a lesbian lifestyle, learning the Bible for herself, and discovering the power of the Holy Ghost in a way that turns “God is real” into lived experience. Ashley shares how her daughter Autumn’s 1p36 deletion syndrome diagnosis shattered expectations and triggered real grief, anger, and spiritual confusion. We talk about what it feels like to pray for healing, attend healing services, do “all the right things,” and still walk out without the instant miracle you hoped for. Along the way, Ashley explains the turning points that kept her from closing her heart: a God-given dream, wise counsel, and learning that trusting God is sometimes “one step at a time,” not a sudden burst of certainty. Support the show Partner with us : https://www.theredeemedbackslider.org Follow us on Insta & Facebook: The Redeemed Backslider 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

    1h 33m
  5. Utter Loneliness Until God- Antonio Sarzi #TRB Season 2 Episode 50

    Apr 2

    Utter Loneliness Until God- Antonio Sarzi #TRB Season 2 Episode 50

    Send us Fan Mail Loneliness can be loud, even when you’re surrounded by people. Antonio Sarzi, a concert bassist who recently earned second chair in the Montana Symphony, joins me to tell the truth about what it feels like to be unseen, to chase perfection until it turns into shame, and to carry an addiction that started with childhood exposure to pornography and followed him into adulthood. Tune in to listen to Antonio's testimony and please help us pray for all prodigals to come home. Support the show Partner with us : https://www.theredeemedbackslider.org Follow us on Insta & Facebook: The Redeemed Backslider 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

    2h 33m
  6. Journey With My Prodigal Son: Rev. Michael R. Torres #TRB Season 2 Episode 49

    Mar 26

    Journey With My Prodigal Son: Rev. Michael R. Torres #TRB Season 2 Episode 49

    Send us Fan Mail A pastor’s son commits bank robbery, lands in federal prison, and still can’t shake the pull of God. That’s the real-life backdrop for our conversation with Rev. Michael Torres, who joins us to tell the story from the parent’s side and to offer something many families are starving for: hope that doesn’t deny the pain. We talk about the roots that shaped his life and ministry in the Apostolic and Pentecostal tradition, from revival stories and youth camps to a discipline of prayer that became his lifeline. Rev. Torres also speaks plainly about the issues that often sit under the surface for church kids and backsliders: offense, loneliness, spiritual sensitivity, depression, and the confusion that comes when we confuse church culture with a personal relationship with Jesus. Then the conversation turns to the moment every parent fears, the phone call that changes everything. Tune in to listen to the rest of the story. To share your testimony, please email: kathy@theredeemedbackslider.org Support the show Partner with us : https://www.theredeemedbackslider.org Follow us on Insta & Facebook: The Redeemed Backslider 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

    2h 17m
  7. Healing From A Broken Heart- Elizabeth Rocha: TRB Season 2 Episode 48

    Mar 19

    Healing From A Broken Heart- Elizabeth Rocha: TRB Season 2 Episode 48

    Send us Fan Mail A church kid can know every altar call and still feel unsafe when life collapses. Kathy Chastain sits down with author Elizabeth Rocha for a raw, deeply personal story about how bullying, grief, sexual assault, church conflict, and workplace betrayal can quietly erode trust and push someone into a slow drift away from God. If you’ve ever wondered why God didn’t protect you, or felt like you were living on other people’s faith, Elizabeth puts words to that ache without offering shallow answers.  We talk about what backsliding really looks like before anyone notices, the difference between transactional faith and a real relationship with Jesus, and why shame from church people can make “coming home” feel impossible. Elizabeth also shares how pregnancy became her breaking point and her turning back, leading her into a relentless search for Bible study, community, and spiritual mentorship. Along the way, she learns discernment, how to recognize God’s voice, and how to unlearn harsh prayer habits rooted in fear. Tune in for the rest of the story! Support the show Partner with us : https://www.theredeemedbackslider.org Follow us on Insta & Facebook: The Redeemed Backslider 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

    1h 43m
  8. Rebellious Skater to Youth Pastor: Jon Deaver #TRB Season 2 Episode 47

    Mar 5

    Rebellious Skater to Youth Pastor: Jon Deaver #TRB Season 2 Episode 47

    Send us Fan Mail What if the power you’ve been chasing is actually found in surrender? That’s the electric current running through Jon Deaver’s story—part skate-park bravado, part barroom chaos, and ultimately a fierce return to hope. He grew up hearing Scripture, drifted into cigarettes at ten and parties by day, became a teen dad, married young, and watched it all collapse. The scene that followed is searing: an empty apartment, a drained bank account, a lawn chair, a rifle—and a mother’s phone call at the last possible second. We trace the slow burn of addiction into pills, cocaine, and violence, then the fragile first steps back toward faith. Jon didn’t warm to church culture overnight. He resisted, analyzed, and kept his guard high until one small, stubborn decision at communion cracked pride open. At a men’s conference, he prayed a blunt prayer—“change me or kill me”—and encountered the presence of Jesus in a way he couldn’t explain away. He received the Holy Ghost, chose sobriety on a day he once worshiped for drinking, and was baptized in Jesus’ name alongside his wife, two days before she delivered twins. Tune in to listen to the rest of the story! Support the show Partner with us : https://www.theredeemedbackslider.org Follow us on Insta & Facebook: The Redeemed Backslider 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

    2h 16m
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About

“Welcome to The Redeemed Backslider—with your host, Kathy Chastain, Christian-based psychotherapist and a redeemed backslider. This podcast dedicated to those who have wandered but are ready to return to the life-changing power of grace and the freedom found in Jesus. In Luke 4:18, Jesus proclaimed: ‘The Spirit of the Lord is upon me, because He has anointed me to preach the gospel to the poor; He has sent me to heal the brokenhearted, to proclaim liberty to the captives, and recovery of sight to the blind, to set at liberty those who are oppressed.’ This is the heart of our message. Whether you’re wrestling with regret, despair, seeking freedom from spiritual chains, or longing to see the light of God’s love again, you’re not alone. Here, we share testimonies, biblical truths, and encouragement to remind you that no one is too far gone for God’s redemption. This is your invitation to find healing, hope, and restoration in Jesus. Welcome to The Redeemed Backslider—where grace is greater than your past and your future is abundant when God redeems your story.” https://www.buzzsprout.com/2446178/subscribe

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  • Creator
    Kathy Chastain
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    55
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 The Redeemed Backslider
  • Show Website
    The Redeemed Backslider

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