Unfinished but Faithful Podcast

What do you do when you can’t see what God is doing? In Episode 23 of Unfinished but Faithful, we’re diving into Matthew 14:22–33 and the story of Peter stepping out of the boat and walking toward Jesus in the middle of deep water. Everyone remembers that Peter sank… but Peter did something eleven other disciples never did. He got out of the boat. Maybe you’re in a season of waiting. Maybe you’re...

Episode 22 FATHERS DAY 🤍 The Men God Sent Father’s Day can bring a mix of emotions—gratitude, grief, healing, and reflection. In this heartfelt episode, Cristina shares her journey of growing up without a father, the uncle who stepped in and became the dad she needed, and the powerful impact of having faithful father figures. She also opens up about watching her husband, Juan, earn the love and r...

Episode 21: The Man in the Sycamore-Fig Tree 🌳 What would make a grown man climb a tree just to catch a glimpse of Jesus? In this episode of Unfinished but Faithful, Cristina explores the story of Zacchaeus in Luke 19 and discovers that this story is about much more than a man in a tree. It’s about curiosity, being seen, and what happens when we pursue Jesus despite our fears, doubts, and distrac...

Life gets busy. Between family vacations, graduations, summer schedules, work, responsibilities, and the constant demands of everyday life, it’s easy to unintentionally lose consistency with God. In this heartfelt episode of Unfinished but Faithful, Cristina shares a personal season of feeling distracted by life’s responsibilities, missing podcast deadlines, and realizing that while she never stop...

Episode 19- The Version of Me God Had to Break Episode 19 is one of the most personal conversations I’ve had on this podcast so far. In this episode, we talk about the painful but necessary seasons where God begins breaking the versions of us built from survival, fear, pride, people pleasing, insecurity, and emotional dependence. Through the story of Jacob wrestling with God in Genesis 32, we unpa...

Some seasons with God require more than change… they require transformation. In this episode of Unfinished but Faithful, Cristina talks about the painful but necessary process of leaving behind old versions of ourselves in order to step into the new season God is calling us into. Together, we dive into the story of the Israelites leaving Egypt, what it truly means to be spiritually transformed, an...

Episode 17: Bible Study — Matthew 10 (Part 2) | Overcoming Fear, Bold Faith & The Cost of Following Jesus In this Christian podcast episode of Unfinished but Faithful, we continue our Bible study through Matthew chapter 10, focusing on overcoming fear, standing strong in your faith, and understanding the true cost of following Jesus. Jesus tells us, “Do not be afraid”—but what does that really mea...

E16- The Battle You Don’t See: When the Enemy Attacks Your Mind Have you ever felt off… for no reason? Like your thoughts got heavier, your peace disappeared, and you couldn’t explain why? In this episode, we’re talking about the battle most people don’t see— the one that happens in your mind. Because not every thought you have… is yours. Through a deep dive into Matthew 4 and the story of Jesus C...

Episode 15: The Season Where Nothing Makes Sense Have you ever been in a season where nothing makes sense? Where your prayers feel unanswered, your situation feels confusing, and you’re left wondering… “God, what are You doing?” In this episode, we talk about those hard, in-between seasons — the ones where you’re trying to stay faithful, but everything around you feels uncertain. Through Scripture...

Episode 14 Bible Study With Us: Matthew Chapter 10 (Part 1) In this episode of Unfinished but Faithful, we dive into Matthew chapter 10—a powerful and convicting message about what it really means to follow Jesus. This isn’t the soft, comfortable version of faith. Jesus calls His disciples, gives them authority, and then sends them out… not into safety, but into opposition. He speaks on rejection,...

Episode 13: Reading vs. Studying the Bible Have you ever opened your Bible… read the words… and still felt disconnected? In this deeply honest episode, we talk about the real difference between reading the Bible and truly studying it—and why so many of us struggle to feel close to God even when we’re trying. From inconsistency and quiet guilt, to feeling like God isn’t speaking, to the moments whe...

Episode 12 I almost ignored it. But God wouldn’t let me. This episode is about a real moment where faith required me to move— not when I felt ready, but when I felt called. If you’ve ever felt that nudge in your spirit and hesitated… this is for you. Faith isn’t just belief. It’s obedience Still becoming. Still faithful. Thank you for being here and walking this journey of faith with me. — Cristin...

Episode 11 In this episode, we dive into Matthew 9:1–38 and uncover the heart of Jesus—full of compassion, authority, and purpose. From the healing of the paralyzed man to the calling of Matthew, we see that Jesus isn’t waiting for perfection—He meets us right where we are. This chapter reminds us that true healing starts within, that faith doesn’t have to be loud to be powerful, and that God is a...

Episode 10 So many of us feel like we have to “get it together” before God can use us… like we need to heal more, grow more, or fix every part of ourselves first. But the truth is—God has never used perfect people. He uses willing ones. In this episode, we break down the lie of perfection and dive into what Scripture actually says about weakness, obedience, and being chosen by God—even in the midd...

Episode 9 In this episode, we dive into Matthew 8:23–34 and witness the power and authority of Jesus in the middle of chaos. From calming the raging storm to delivering two men from darkness, this passage reminds us that no situation is too overwhelming for God. Even when fear rises and life feels out of control, Jesus is still present, still powerful, and still in command. We talk about what it m...

Episode 8 Some of us aren’t tired because we’re doing too much… we’re tired because we’re allowing too much. In this episode, I open up about what it really means to protect your peace—and how what we call “being nice” can sometimes be disobedience in disguise. We talk about people-pleasing, emotional exhaustion, and the truth about boundaries from a biblical perspective. Because not everything th...

🎙️ Episode 7: Bible Study With Us — Matthew 8:1–22 In this episode, we open the Bible together and walk through Matthew 8:1–22, where we see the power, authority, and compassion of Jesus on full display. From the healing of the leper, to the incredible faith of the centurion, to Jesus calming fears and calling people to truly follow Him — this passage reminds us that Jesus doesn’t just perform mir...

Episode 6: Church Attendance Doesn’t Save You | Religion vs Relationship with Jesus Many people grow up believing that going to church automatically makes them a Christian. But is that actually what the Bible teaches? In this episode of the Unfinished But Faithful Podcast, Cristina talks about a conversation that started on Threads after posting: “Church attendance doesn’t save you. A relationship...

Episode 5 In this episode of Unfinished but Faithful, Juan and I sit down together for a real and honest Bible study as we walk through Matthew 7:7–29. We talk about what it means to ask, seek, and knock… choosing the narrow path… recognizing true fruit in our lives… and building our faith on the solid foundation of Jesus. This conversation isn’t about having all the answers. It’s about learning,...

Episode 4 Sometimes faith doesn’t look like strength. Sometimes it looks like showing up to God with tears, questions, and a heavy heart. In this episode we talk about how God meets us in the middle of our sadness — not after it’s gone, but right there in it. ​Why sadness doesn’t mean your faith is weak ​How God meets us in our lowest moments ​What the Bible says about grief, pain, and hope ​Learn...

Episode 3 In this episode of Unfinished But Faithful, I invited my husband Juan to join me since we spend quality time together on Wednesday by doing Bible study together he agreed to be a guest on today’s podcast. In This conversation we dive into Matthew Chapter 7. We Share what we understand and go in-depth, or verse-by-verse exploration of the scripture to help listeners understand, apply, and...

Episode 2 In this episode of Unfinished But Faithful, I open up about the testimony I almost kept to myself. The parts of my story that felt messy, uncomfortable, and unfinished. This is a conversation about obedience, healing, and trusting God when the outcome doesn’t look the way you expected. It’s for the woman who feels delayed, overlooked, or disqualified by her past. If you’ve ever wondered...

Episode 1 What if God isn’t waiting for the finished version of you? In this very first episode of Unfinished but Faithful, Cristina opens her heart about beginning her faith journey less than a year ago — learning to trust God in real time while still healing, still growing, and still becoming. This episode is for the one who feels behind… for the one rebuilding their faith… and for anyone who wa...

Welcome to Unfinished but Faithful. God works through willing hearts, not polished ones 🤍 Still becoming. Still faithful. Thank you for being here and walking this journey of faith with me. — Cristina Host of Unfinished but Faithful Email us at unfinishedbutfaithfulpodcast@gmail.com Follow us on social media @unfinishedbutfaithfulpodcast Come chat with me on threads @itsnathalyaa