The man in the sycamore-fig tree

When you can't see what god is doing

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 carrying unanswered prayers, facing uncertainty, or asking God for clarity. You want the whole plan. A timeline. A guarantee. But what if God isn’t giving you certainty? What if He’s simply giving you the next step? Peter asked for certainty. Jesus gave him a step. “Come.” In this episode, we’re talking about fear, control, comfort, trusting God in the deep water, and having enough faith to take the next step—even when you can’t see how the story ends. Friend, faith isn’t knowing how the story ends. Faith is trusting the Author while you’re still living it. 🤍 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

FATHERS DAY 🤍 The Men God Sent

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 respect of her boys through consistency, integrity, and unconditional love. Through personal testimony, the story of Mephibosheth, and biblical encouragement, this episode reminds us that God is still a Father to the fatherless and often shows His love through the people He places in our lives. Whether you’re celebrating a father, grieving one, healing from father wounds, or thanking someone who chose to stay, this episode is for you. Scripture References: * Psalm 68:5 * Psalm 27:10 * 2 Samuel 9 * Matthew 5:37 * 1 Corinthians 13:4-7 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 And remember friend… Still becoming. Still faithful. ❤️

The man in the sycamore-fig tree

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 distractions. Cristina also shares a personal and vulnerable reflection on recurring dreams about her teeth falling out, how anxiety has been showing up in unexpected ways, and what God has been teaching her about surrendering control, navigating spiritual warfare, and choosing faith over fear. If you’ve been carrying anxiety, feeling overwhelmed, battling discouragement, or simply wondering if God sees what you’re going through, this conversation is for you. Together, we’ll explore how Zacchaeus’ curiosity led him closer to Jesus—and how sometimes the very thing we’re searching for has been searching for us all along. Scripture References: 📖 Luke 19:1-10 📖 Matthew 6:27 📖 Philippians 4:6-7 ✨ In this episode: * The story of Zacchaeus and the sycamore-fig tree * Why curiosity matters in our faith journey * Spiritual warfare and hidden battles of the mind * Dreams, anxiety, and surrendering control to God * Finding peace in the middle of uncertainty * Choosing joy over fear Thank you for being part of this community. And remember friend, Still becoming. Still faithful. I’ll see you next time. 🤍🎙️🌳 Email us at unfinishedbutfaithfulpodcast@gmail.com Follow us on social media @unfinishedbutfaithfulpodcast Come chat with me on threads @itsnathalyaa Link to Marcella’s Podcast RUNNING ON MARS https://open.spotify.com/episode/6Xd3Tvd0zLofCN68Mt20KC?si=kcpUeQliRAuO90ABfTBMZg

WHEN LIFE GETS BUSY AND GOD CALLS YOU BACK

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 stopped loving God, she needed to intentionally reconnect with Him. Together, we’ll dive deep into the story of Mary and Martha in Luke 10:38-42 and discover what Jesus meant when He said, “Only one thing is needed.” We’ll talk about: ✨ How distractions slowly pull our focus away from God ✨ The difference between guilt and conviction ✨ Why consistency with God doesn’t require perfection ✨ Practical ways to stay connected to God in busy seasons ✨ How God lovingly calls us back when we’ve drifted ✨ Finding His presence in everyday moments If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, distracted, spiritually dry, or simply struggling to make time for God, this episode is for you. Remember friend, God isn’t calling you back with condemnation—He’s calling you back with grace. 📖 Scripture: Luke 10:38-42 Psalm 46:10 Luke 15:11-32 Still becoming. Still faithful. Thank you for being here and walking this journey of faith with me. 🎙️ Unfinished but Faithful Podcast Hosted by Cristina Email us at unfinishedbutfaithfulpodcast@gmail.com Follow us on social media @unfinishedbutfaithfulpodcast Come chat with me on threads @itsnathalyaa 💛 Reflection Question: What has been distracting you lately, and what is one small step you can take this week to spend intentional time with God? #FaithPodcast #ChristianPodcast #Jesus #FaithJourney #ChristianWomen #BibleStudy #MaryAndMartha #SpiritualGrowth #FaithOverFear #UnfinishedButFaithful

The Version of Me God Had to Break

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 unpack what it really means to be transformed by God — not just blessed by Him. I share honestly about: • survival mode vs surrender • why pruning seasons feel so painful • emotional dependence on people • healing, identity, and spiritual growth • why God sometimes isolates us before transforming us • the difference between performance and true surrender • learning to trust God while still healing If you’ve been feeling stretched, humbled, disconnected from old versions of yourself, or confused by the season you’re in… this episode is for you. You are not being abandoned. You are being transformed. 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