Explore every episode of the podcast He Speaks with Kate

In this episode of He Speaks with Kate, Kate sits down with her husband, Jim Dearborn, to share an incredible story of God's faithfulness and the importance of listening for His voice.

Jim recounts how his journey of faith began by listening to KWVE Radio, never imagining that 26 years later he would marry one of the station's on-air hosts. Throughout the conversation, Jim shares several moments when God spoke clearly into his life. During a season of discouragement, God gently reminded him, "There are more people with less, doing more for Me." That simple nudge led Jim to step out of self-pity and begin serving in homeless ministry, where his perspective—and his heart—were transformed.

Jim also shares a pivotal moment during a breakup with Kate. As he prepared to move to Dearborn, Michigan, for a radio opportunity, he questioned whether he had misunderstood God's promise that he would one day be married. What happened next became a powerful reminder that God's plans are always better than our own.

Join Kate and Jim for an honest conversation about trusting God's timing, recognizing His voice, and remaining faithful through every season of life.

Main Takeaway: Stay close to God whether you're single or married. Even when life doesn't unfold the way you hoped, trust His timing, follow His leading, and remember that He is always faithful. His plans are greater than our own.

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In this episode of He Speaks with Kate, Kate welcomes Pastor Christopher Perrin of Life After Death Tattoo Studio in Costa Mesa, California, for an honest conversation about the power of our thoughts and the freedom found in God's truth.

Christopher shares his testimony of God's faithfulness and how the Lord delivered him from anxiety and suicidal thoughts, transforming his life through the renewing power of Scripture. Kate also vulnerably opens up about her own journey of healing from an eating disorder, sharing how God's grace restored her identity and brought lasting hope.

Together, they explore God's goodness, His unfailing faithfulness, and practical, biblical ways to renew our minds each day. Christopher shares a life-changing truth the Lord impressed on his heart:

"You are a product of the thoughts that you entertain."

This episode is a powerful reminder that lasting transformation begins by replacing lies with God's truth and allowing Him to shape the way we think.

Main Takeaway: Your thoughts shape your life. When you fill your mind with God's Word and choose to believe His truth over the lies of fear, shame, and anxiety, you'll experience the freedom, peace, and hope that only Christ can give.

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In this episode of He Speaks with Kate, Kate welcomes Justin Bright—Assistant Pastor, church planter, safety specialist, and evangelist at First Love Church in Costa Mesa—for a powerful conversation about surrender, redemption, and trusting God's direction.

Justin shares his journey from years of wandering through drug and alcohol abuse to finding lasting freedom in Christ. As God transformed his life through sobriety, He also gave Justin a new purpose: serving others and proclaiming the hope of the Gospel. Justin reflects on the incredible ways God has faithfully provided, clearly spoken, and guided him through seasons of uncertainty—even when he had no clear plan for what came next.

Together, Kate and Justin discuss what it means to trust God completely, surrender your own agenda, and discover that His plans are always better than our own. They also highlight the life-changing power of prayer and the peace that comes from placing every step into God's hands.

Main Takeaway: Surrender is the key to walking with God. When we lay down our own plans, seek Him in prayer, and trust His leading, He faithfully provides, guides, and accomplishes far more than we could ever imagine.

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In this episode of He Speaks with Kate, Kate welcomes Dawn Carter Cropsey of First Love Church in Costa Mesa for an uplifting conversation about following God's leading and faithfully serving wherever He calls.

Dawn reflects on the lasting impact of both her earthly father's love and her Heavenly Father's faithfulness, sharing how those early experiences shaped her heart for ministry and helping others. She talks about God's guidance throughout her college years, the blessing of serving alongside her husband in ministry, and her passion for encouraging women to discover and use the gifts God has given them.

With a Master's degree in Counseling and a bachelor's degree in Child Development, Dawn brings wisdom, compassion, and biblical truth to everything she does. Whether mentoring women, supporting her church, or sharing encouragement online through her Faith & Fashion ministry (@DawnDawnCarter), her desire is to point others toward a deeper relationship with Christ.

Through her gifts of encouragement, teaching, and discernment, Dawn reminds us that God faithfully directs those who are willing to follow Him.

Main Takeaway: Let God lead your life. As you trust His direction and faithfully serve others with the gifts He's given you, He will use your life to encourage, strengthen, and point people to Him.

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In this episode of He Speaks with Kate, Kate welcomes Pastor Ben Isaac and Eleyn Isaac for a warm, encouraging conversation about the many ways God speaks to His children.

Ben shares a memorable experience while visiting Israel, where an unexpected encounter with a school of fish became a beautiful reminder of God's creativity and personal care. Eleyn reflects on a special season in their relationship, sharing how God gave her a clear dream while they were dating that brought peace to her heart and confirmed that Ben was the man she would marry.

For the past 25 years, Ben and Eleyn have faithfully served young people, witnessing countless lives transformed through the truth of God's Word and the love of Christ. Today, they believe God is calling them to continue sharing the Gospel with their local community through a weekly Bible study every Saturday morning at 10 a.m. at Smith Park in San Gabriel, California.

Together, they share how God captured their hearts, called them into ministry, and continues to faithfully lead them one step at a time.

Main Takeaway: Be strong and courageous. God is always with you, faithfully leading and guiding those who trust Him. As Joshua 1:9 reminds us, "Be strong and of good courage... for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go."

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In this episode of He Speaks with Kate, Kate welcomes Linda Radich, Spiritual Development Coordinator for Army of Love Discipleship Ministry, to share a remarkable story of God's redeeming power.

Linda courageously opens up about experiencing abuse at a young age, years of painful choices, and the deep hopelessness that followed. She also shares her journey through abortion and the overwhelming grace she found in Christ. Through it all, God delivered her from a spirit of death that had plagued her family and lifted her from the pit of despair, replacing brokenness with hope and purpose.

Today, Linda serves as a bold evangelist, counselor, mentor, and teacher, helping others experience the same freedom she found in Jesus. Through Army of Love, she equips churches with discipleship training and support materials, ministering to people throughout the United States and East Africa.

This honest conversation is a powerful reminder that no past is beyond God's redemption and no life is too broken for His healing touch.

Main Takeaway: God never gives up on us. No matter where we've been or what we've done, His grace is greater, His love never fails, and He delights in bringing healing, hope, and new purpose to every life.

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In this episode of He Speaks with Kate, Kate Manor is joined by KWAVE producer Johnnie Gordon for an honest conversation about hearing God's voice and learning to follow His leading.

Kate shares how God clearly called her into recovery after two failed marriages, breaking the cycle of unhealthy patterns and leading her toward healing and freedom. Johnnie reflects on the personal ways God has spoken to him throughout his life, often reminding him with a simple but powerful truth: "I'm with you."

Together, they explore why listening for God's voice is essential, how He faithfully guides His children, and what it looks like to respond in faith when He speaks.

Main Takeaway: Trust God. Bring everything to Him in prayer, then take time to listen. He longs to speak to His children, offering guidance, peace, and the assurance that He is always with us.

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In this episode of He Speaks with Kate, Kate welcomes Christopher Perrin—pastor, mentor, tattoo artist, podcast host, and founder of Life After Death Tattoo Studio in Costa Mesa, California—for an inspiring conversation about hearing God's voice and resting in His love.

Christopher shares his powerful testimony of how God delivered him from depression and suicidal thoughts, leading him into a deeper understanding of His grace, faithfulness, and unconditional love. Together, Kate and Christopher explore how God longs to have a personal relationship with His children, yet the noise and busyness of everyday life often keep us from recognizing His voice.

They also discuss what it means to truly rest in God—not striving to earn His acceptance, but simply believing and receiving the love He freely offers. Even in life's most difficult seasons, we can find lasting hope because our confidence is rooted in Christ, not in our circumstances or emotions. Drawing from Hebrews 11, they remind listeners that God delights in those who trust Him.

Main Takeaway: God is always speaking to His children. As we quiet our hearts, trust His promises, and rest in His unfailing love, we discover the peace, hope, and assurance that only He can give.

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In this episode of He Speaks with Kate, Kate welcomes Shannon Quintana for an honest conversation about growing through life's most difficult seasons.

Shannon shares how God met her in the middle of crisis, bringing healing, restoration, and a renewed understanding of her identity in Christ. Together, they discuss the life-changing value of biblical counseling, the journey toward a restored marriage, and what it means to truly love others as Christ does.

Now serving as a biblical counselor and mental health coach, Shannon shares how God has redeemed her story and is using it to encourage and equip women who are facing struggles of their own.

Main Takeaway: Life is messy, but God is faithful. As we trust Him and rest in His arms, He brings healing, growth, and purpose—even through our hardest seasons.

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In this heartfelt episode of He Speaks with Kate, Kate sits down with her adult son, Jordan, to talk about God's faithfulness through life's most difficult and unexpected seasons.

Jordan shares the impact of losing his father suddenly at just seven years old and how he experienced God's provision and care throughout the years that followed. He also opens up about walking away from church during high school and college, spending seven years away from the faith before God lovingly drew him back.

Along the way, Jordan recounts a powerful moment when he sensed God clearly prompting him to buy food for a homeless man named Micah. What happened next became a reminder that obedience often blesses the giver just as much as the receiver.

This conversation is a testimony of God's pursuit, provision, and faithfulness—and an encouragement to listen when He speaks.

Main Takeaway: No matter how far you've wandered or what you've walked through, God is faithful to pursue you, provide for you, and guide you back to Himself. Sometimes His voice is heard most clearly through simple acts of obedience.

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In this encouraging conversation, KWAVE Promotion Director Tchuck Lopez and itinerant evangelist Chloe Hamilton share powerful testimonies of God's healing, restoration, and faithfulness.

Tchuck reflects on a miraculous healing in his own life and the role that faithful friends and prayer played in that journey. Chloe shares her testimony of deliverance from suicidal thoughts and spiritual bondage, as well as how God brought her back after a season of drifting from the faith despite being raised in a Christian home.

Together, they discuss the importance of using the unique gifts God has given each of us to serve His kingdom—whether through creative ministry, evangelism, or everyday obedience. They also share insights on hearing God's voice and trusting Him through life's challenges.

Main Takeaway: No matter where you find yourself today, God is willing and able to heal, restore, and redeem every area of your life—physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually.

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In this episode, Kate talks with Steve Coon of Shepherd's Voice Evangelism and Training, a missionary to the Philippines and a former participant in the Jesus People Movement at Calvary Chapel Costa Mesa. Steve shares how believers can learn to recognize God's voice through His Word, even in a world filled with distractions and competing voices.

Together, they discuss the importance of daily Bible reading, practical ways to stay engaged with Scripture—including listening to the Bible on audio—and why hearing from God is essential for navigating life faithfully. Steve also shares a powerful story illustrating how God's voice is often gentle and still, while the enemy seeks to overwhelm us with noise.

Key Takeaway: There is nothing more important than hearing God speak through His Word. As we consistently spend time in Scripture, God provides the wisdom, direction, and encouragement we need for every season of life.

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