Cries Of Redemption

Send us Fan Mail The conversation continues as I revisit the men who argued they should be able to shoot someone simply because they feel threatened. Is feeling afraid enough to justify taking a life, or does God call us to examine something much deeper—the condition of our hearts? In this episode, we explore the biblical truth, "As a man thinketh in his heart, so is he," and discuss the...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I continue the The Most Offensive Word Today: Sin series by discussing one of the most sensitive and controversial topics in our culture today: gender change. I share my own childhood experiences and the thoughts that led me to desire a different gender growing up. At the same time, I recognize that not everyone who struggles with gender identity or experiences ge...

Send us Fan Mail One year ago today, on my birthday, Cries of Redemption began. A birthday I once never thought I would live to see. In this deeply personal anniversary episode, I reflect on the struggles, victories, and spiritual battles that came with sharing the painful parts of my story over this past year. Speaking openly about trauma, shame, suicide, healing, and redemption has never been ea...

Send us Fan Mail "Life has been a bit of a whirlwind lately! In this raw and unedited update (recorded straight from my phone), I’m sharing why I’ve been away from the mic and what I’m currently juggling. From navigating unexpected health challenges and new medications to custom-making my niece’s prom dress (for her 12th-grade prom, which is the only prom she is attending), it’s been a season...

Send us Fan Mail The conversation around women’s rights is everywhere—but what does God say? In this episode, we address the history of woman, abortion, how sin carries different consequences, and why all sin still separates us from God.  I again talk about why calling something sin can be so offensive to many people today. I also share part of my personal journey and how fear once shaped my decis...

Send us Fan Mail Why does the word sin offend people so deeply? In this episode of Cries of Redemption , I talk about why sin must be addressed and why so many people react with anger the moment it’s mentioned. Scripture warns about the danger of a hardened heart, and in Ezekiel we see God’s promise to replace hearts of stone with hearts of flesh. If sin is meant to show us when we’re going in the...

Send us Fan Mail  Have you ever questioned whether you’re truly going in the direction God wants for your life? In this episode, I share my lifelong struggle with doubting God’s calling and how the Lord reminded me that we must stay rooted in His Word to withstand the enemy’s attacks. We explore the battle between the flesh and the spirit, the wisdom God offers His people, and the faithfulness of...

Send us Fan Mail In this powerful episode, we sit down with Dylan Verdun Sullivan, author of Kiss by Death , for an honest conversation about survival, faith, and the life-changing power of God’s grace. Born with club feet that required multiple surgeries to realign and carrying deep wounds of abandonment, Dylan’s life was marked by pain from an early age. At 18, after contracting a deadly disease...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I remind you that this season is about breaking the silence—but not for the world. It starts with you . You don’t have to share your story publicly or say a word to anyone else. The first and most important step is being honest with yourself. I talk about the healing that comes from confronting parts of your past you may not want to remember, and why facing those...

Send us Fan Mail In this heartfelt Thanksgiving episode, I reflect on the Jewish Passover tradition of Dayeinu —a powerful practice of gratitude that declares, “It would have been enough.” Inspired by this tradition, I created my own personal Dayeinu, remembering all the moments God has brought me through and the countless ways He’s carried me. I invite you to join me in this reflection. As you li...

Send us Fan Mail In this special birthday episode, I share powerful testimonies of how God has protected my daughter again and again—from a warning dream about her choking, to the night she aspirated and He woke me up just in time, to the moment she was electrocuted after putting metal in a socket. I also talk about the importance of teaching our children how to stay safe, make wise choices, and k...

Send us Fan Mail In this follow-up episode, I open up about losing an amazing friend and the financial hardships that once left me feeling broken and uncertain. But through reflection, I’ve come to see how even what felt like loss or failure was actually part of God’s refining process. Sometimes, our “mistakes” aren’t mistakes at all—they’re blessings in disguise, shaping us into who we’re meant t...

Send us Fan Mail In this special update, I share how God closed one chapter so I could finally step into the calling He placed on my life. Losing my job wasn’t a setback — it was freedom. From prayer to praise, from fear to faith, this episode is a reminder that when we trust God’s plan, even endings become new beginnings. Join me as I step out — and thank God all the way.  🎧 Want to reach out? I...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Cries of Redemption , I open up about the battle between faith and fear—how even after experiencing God’s deliverance, it’s easy to let fear creep back in.  I share how the Lord reminded me that my strength and security don’t come from the world, but from Him alone. For some things, he's the only one you can turn to. I talk about the fear I once carried for...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Cries of Redemption , I open up about the weight of everyday struggles—frustration, anxiety, depression, and the emptiness that can creep in when we can’t see the light at the end of the tunnel. While reflecting on my own challenges, I also pause to acknowledge the greater suffering happening across the world, reminding myself—and you—that gratitude can shift ou...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Kit opens up about the story behind her new name and the healing she has found through creativity. She shares her journey from a difficult childhood—growing up with an over-religious aunt and facing the painful legacy of her grandfather’s actions—to finding her voice and her strength. Together, we explore how sexual abuse can span across generations, hidden behind...

Send us Fan Mail  In this special episode, I take a step back from my usual deep dives into raw truths and invite you to see another side of me—beyond the strong survivor. With my husband on the mic in a playful, light-hearted interview, you'll hear laughter, honesty, and the moments in between. It’s a softer, more personal glimpse into my life, where love and resilience meet. 🎧 Want to reac...

Send us Fan Mail In this honest update, I shares the emotional struggle behind delaying the release of my first exclusive episode. From spiritual battles to personal setbacks, I open up about what it really means to “break the silence.” This episode is a heartfelt reminder that healing takes courage....and it’s okay to take your time.  🎧 Want to reach out? I’d love to hear from you. 🎙 Speak Your...

Send us Fan Mail Episode Title: The Role of Faith in Healing: Where is God in Your Suffering? In this powerful and deeply personal episode, I share the night I was ready to end my life and how God stepped in and showed me a future I never saw coming. I mention the difference between simply going to church and truly having a relationship with Christ, and how that relationship became my lifeline whe...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, “The Power of Speaking Out,” we explore the incredible strength and healing that can come from sharing our stories. We reflect on the fears that hold us back, the vulnerability it takes to speak up, and the freedom we can find when we no longer let shame silence us. Together, we dive into the power of honesty, the importance of breaking cycles of silence, and how...

Send us Fan Mail Episode 1 – Breaking Shame & Releasing Secrets In this deeply vulnerable first episode, I open up about why I’m finally sharing my story of sexual abuse—and why I believe it could be the key to someone else’s healing. I ask hard questions many of us carry in silence:  What have I been too ashamed to say? What has secrecy cost me? What changed when I finally spoke the truth? I...

Send us Fan Mail Promotional Audio. And the Lord answered me, and said, Write the vision, and make it plain upon tables, that he may run that readeth it.  For the vision is yet for an appointed time, but at the end it shall speak, and not lie: though it tarry, wait for it; because it will surely come, it will not tarry. Habakkuk 2:2-3 KJV Hi, I’m Janelle Starkey. Today, I speak from a place of tru...