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Unpolished Faith

Unpolished Faith

By: Madi Franquiz
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 Welcome, friend! Unpolished Faith is a space of belonging for Christian women who feel out of place. The REAL you belongs here. We are carving out a space on the internet that’s raw and real—free from all the "isms" that hold you back from a whole life with God. This isn’t the perfect, polished podcast you often find in Christian women's circles. Join international speaker and writer @madifranquiz as she fearlessly navigates the raw and unfiltered aspects of the Christian faith. From singleness to mental health, politics, and everyday Christian life, we have authentic conversations, diving into topics that matter deeply but aren't always discussed openly. Yeah, it’s unpolished. But that’s kind of the point. The last four years in Madi’s life have been wild, filled with crazy twists and turns. The Lord showed up for her somewhere between obedience, hard knocks, and hard work. She has learned one lesson through her journey: God is not looking for perfect; He wants all of us just as we are. It's been a journey of surrender and discovery, realizing she is no longer about being perfect, polished, and performing for her worth. The liberating truth is that it's in our messiness where we encounter God's grace the most. From holding back due to the fear of imperfection to finally surrendering to God's plan, Madi's story exemplifies the transformative power of embracing our flaws and allowing God to work through them. And, now, she wants to share in this freedom with you. Get ready for candid conversations, inspiring narratives, and practical insights that will challenge and transform your faith journey and encourage you to live authentically. Each episode delves into the stories and experiences Christians sometimes shy away from—the struggles, doubts, and questions integral to living out our faith. This won’t be a stuffy, “churchy,” one-sided conversation. Throughout the podcast, Madi invites friends, family, pastors, academics, theologians, authors, and everyone in between to join the conversation because, just like you, they are unpolished, too. This podcast reminds you that it's okay not to have it all together. We have someone who is perfect, so we don't have to be. So, if you're seeking hope, growth, meaning, and a deeper understanding of how the gospel can transform your life, 'Unpolished Faith' is for you. The invitation to live free is open! So, pull up a chair or turn up the radio in your car. Let’s uncover the woman you were created to be. Together, we'll discover that amid life's messiness, the real stuff is indeed the good stuff.Copyright 2025 Madi Franquiz Christianity Personal Development Personal Success Social Sciences Spirituality
Episodes
  • More Than a Paycheck: Why the Office Matters to God with Madi Franquiz

    More Than a Paycheck: Why the Office Matters to God with Madi Franquiz
    May 22 2025

    In this episode, Madi returns to the mic after graduating with her master’s degree (woohoo!), wrapping up one of the busiest seasons of her life—school deadlines, job transitions, and all the things in between. As we move into the next room of our series Our Dwelling Place, we're stepping into the office... and asking: Does our work really matter to God?

    Whether you’re in a 9-to-5, managing a home, between jobs, or wondering what you’re even called to do—this episode is for you. Madi unpacks why the workplace isn't just a place to earn a paycheck, but a space where God forms us, meets us, and invites us to live on mission.

    Tune in for an honest conversation about burnout, calling, showing up with purpose, and why your ordinary work might be more sacred than you think.
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    11 mins
  • Your Feed is Shaping You Jonah Wiley and The Bible Teacher

    Your Feed is Shaping You Jonah Wiley and The Bible Teacher
    May 8 2025

    How would Paul be using social media? Would he even be using it all?

    This week, Madi sits down with Jonah Wiley from The Bible Teacher to talk all things social media: what you’re watching, who you’re following, and how your screen time is shaping your soul. From stewarding your platform to building one that points to Jesus, this episode is a challenge to live on mission, even online.

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    Follow Unpolished Faith

    Connect with Jonah on Instagram @thebibleteacher

    Connect with Jonah on Facebook @the.bible.teacher

    Jonah Wiley on TikTok
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    48 mins
  • Prayer Warriors: What Are They and Why You Need Them with Mary DeMuth

    Prayer Warriors: What Are They and Why You Need Them with Mary DeMuth
    May 1 2025

    Welcome back to another episode of Unpolished Faith. Today, we're joined by Mary DeMuth, author, speaker, and host of the Pray Every Day podcast. Mary shares her journey of becoming a prayer warrior—what it’s cost her, how it’s shaped her, and why she still believes in prayer's fierce, transformative power even in the messiness of life. We talk about spiritual fatigue, the tension between hope and heartbreak, and how to keep praying when the answers seem silent.

    This episode is for anyone who’s ever wondered if their prayers matter.

    Show Links:

    Connect with Mary DeMuth

    Pray Every Day Podcast

    Connect with Madi

    Follow Unpolished Faith on Instagram

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    34 mins

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