In this episode of the Eternal Echoes podcast, host Katharine Rose speaks with suspense author Kerry Peresta, who shares her powerful story of coming to know the Lord.

Kerry opens up about a childhood shaped by fear, a young adulthood marked by men, drinking and drugs, and the moment she cried out to God that changed everything.

She describes how God pursued her, freed her from long-standing fears and destructive habits, and taught her to walk boldly in her faith. Kerry also offers honest insight into relationships, heartbreak, codependency, and finding healthy love.

From dabbling in the occult to standing confidently for Christ in the publishing world, her journey is a powerful reminder that no life is beyond redemption and that true transformation is possible for anyone.

Wise words worth echoing:

- “We shouldn't be tossed around by fear. It’s a lie.”

- “The power of Jesus’ name is completely underused.”

- “I thank God that He's given me that kind of boldness to not care.”

- “Ouija boards are so evil, they are a straight conduit to hell.”

- “He is a God of discipline. And it’s not rejection, it’s redirection.”

- “The more we press into Him and the more responsibility He gives us, the more He requires of us.”

- “Perfect love is found in His Word, in His arms, in prayer with Him, and that is where all of life is found.”

Connect with Kerry Peresta:

Website: https://www.kerryperesta.com/

Blog: https://www.kerryperesta.com/post/how-upheaval-became-story

The Shaking book: https://www.amazon.com/Shaking-Olivia-Callahan-Suspense/dp/B0FPTJXNM9/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kerry.peresta

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kerryperesta/#

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kerryperesta77

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Email: ⁠⁠Katharine@eternalechoesministry.com⁠⁠ for speaking events or interviews

Sow a seed: https://donorbox.org/eternal-echoes-giving

Watch this episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uCiAOhRnaoE

What happens when you finally say “yes” to God—even when it costs you something?

In this episode of the Eternal Echoes podcast, host Katharine Rose speaks with Hyatt Moore, an 81-year-old man who shares his remarkable journey of dying to self, surrendering his plans, and following God one step at a time.

From a fast-rising career as an art director at Surfer Magazine, to decades of global ministry with Wycliffe Bible Translators, to becoming a full-time painter in his fifties, Hyatt’s life is a living testimony of what God can do with a willing heart.

Hyatt opens up about the moment he realized his life felt empty despite success, the wrestle of laying down his dreams, and the simple but costly prayer that changed everything: “Lord, I’ll serve You with my life—even if it’s boring.” What followed was a journey of trust, sacrifice, unexpected opportunities, and a hundredfold return.

If you’ve ever wondered how to discern God’s direction, what it really means to surrender your plans, or how to take that first step of faith when the path ahead feels uncertain, this conversation will encourage, challenge, and inspire you.

Wise words worth echoing:

• “Lord, I want to serve you through my life, even if it’s boring.”

• “I said, ‘Lord, you didn't give me very much talent.’ The Lord said, ‘I give seeds.’”

• “Dying to yourself every day is a joyful thing, not a murder.”

• “You can’t steer a parked car.”

• “Growth is so incremental that you don’t see it.”

• “Once you realize there's something you have to do, you do it. It doesn't matter if you're not getting encouragement.”

• “God has given this to me and if I don't do it, I'm not being faithful to the gift I've been given.”

• “You may not have the whole picture, but there's always a next step. What do you do with the next step?”

Connect with Hyatt Moore III:

Website, artwork and books: https://www.hyattmoore.com/

The Last Supper painting: https://www.hyattmoore.com/thelastsupper/

Coffee with Hyatt: youtube.com/watch?reload=9&v=yIDhLnamS6U

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hyatt.moore.9

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hyatt.moore.art/

Follow Katharine and Eternal Echoes:

Facebook and Instagram: @EternalEchoesMinistry

Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@eternal.echoes.mi/

Substack: http://katharinerrose.substack.com

Website: www.eternalechoesministry.com

Email: ⁠⁠Katharine@eternalechoesministry.com⁠⁠ for speaking events or interviews

Sow a seed: https://donorbox.org/eternal-echoes-giving

Watch this episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H3qTaAyiBVY

In this episode of the Eternal Echoes podcast, host Katharine Rose speaks with Larry Fowler, founder of the Legacy Coalition— a Christian grandparenting ministry that helps grandparents grow in their biblical role and have a greater spiritual impact on their family.

Larry shares the deeply personal story that awakened his passion for helping grandparents embrace their biblical role—and why intentional grandparenting may be one of the most urgent, overlooked ministries in the church today.

Larry explores what Scripture actually says about the influence of grandparents, why our culture’s definition of a “good grandparent” falls short, and how to cultivate a spiritual legacy that will echo across generations.

He also offers practical wisdom for grandparents who live far away, those navigating difficult family dynamics or estrangement, and those who feel unsure or inadequate in sharing their faith.

You’ll hear stories of restoration, hope, and the power of prayer; guidance for respecting boundaries with adult children; and a renewed vision for what it means to pass on faith in a world that desperately needs it.

Whether you’re a grandparent, parent, or someone who cares about generational discipleship, this episode will challenge and encourage you.

Wise words worth echoing:

-“Grandparents are to be focused on perpetuating faith in their families.”

-“We are to pass on the stories of God’s works and His words.”

-“The cultural view of a good grandparent is a trusted playmate…and that’s not bad. It’s just not enough.”

-“I need to be the most godly I’ve ever been in my whole life at this stage if I want to impact grandkids.”

-“You have to respect boundaries. Otherwise you’ll get cut off and you won’t have any influence at all.”

-“While you’re still the parent now, you must no longer parent—verb—unless invited.”

-“Research tells us that when there is an estrangement…it almost always comes back.”

Connect with Larry and the Legacy Coalition:

Website: https://legacycoalition.com/

Resources for grandparents: https://store.legacycoalition.com/

Register for the Legacy Grandparenting Summit: https://legacycoalition.com/summit/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/legacycoalition

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/legacycoalition/

Follow Katharine and Eternal Echoes:

Facebook and Instagram: @EternalEchoesMinistry

Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@eternal.echoes.mi/

Substack: http://katharinerrose.substack.com

Website: www.eternalechoesministry.com

Email: ⁠⁠Katharine@eternalechoesministry.com⁠⁠ for speaking events or interviews

Sow a seed: https://donorbox.org/eternal-echoes-giving

Watch this episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s2dii9hjV20