The Unmasked and Messy Podcast

We Let Go of Our Safety Net (And It Made No Sense)

In this episode, we’re talking about what it really looks like to walk by faith—especially when it comes to money.Because if we’re honest… sometimes following God doesn’t make sense on paper.We share personal stories of moments when God asked us to let go of security, including giving up something that felt like a “safe” plan… and choosing to trust Him without a backup.We also talk about a situation that literally just happened—where once again, things aren’t adding up… and we’re having to trust God in real time.This is the kind of faith that can look crazy to others.No plan B. No safety net. Just obedience.And yet—God always provides.If you’ve ever felt like God is asking you to take a step that doesn’t make sense financially… this episode is for you.

The FBI Took My Husband… He Was Innocent

What happens to a marriage when everything falls apart? We walked through one of the hardest seasons of our lives—an unexpected FBI arrest, years of uncertainty, and a fight to hold onto truth, faith, and each other. Esteban was innocent… but that didn’t stop the three years of pressure, fear, and suffering that followed. Most marriages don’t survive this kind of trauma. In this episode, we share what nearly broke us, the promise God gave us in the middle of it, and how He carried us through to the other side. If you’re in a hard season, this conversation is for you. We also talk practically about what it takes to stay together when life hits you in ways you never expected.

We Didn't Expect This When We Moved to Spain

We didn’t expect living in another culture to change the way we see everything — especially what “home” really means. In this episode, we talk about: * what it feels like to live between cultures * how it reveals things about your own identity * and how it creates a deeper longing for something more Maybe this world was never meant to feel like home. 🎧 Listen to the full conversation as we reflect on what it means to belong — and the hope of a home built by God.

She’s 16… and This Is Her Anxiety Story

In this episode, we continue our conversation on anxiety — but this time with a very special guest… our 16-year-old daughter.She shares her personal journey with anxiety — what it has felt like, how it has affected her, and the reality of walking through it even when there isn’t complete “victory” yet.This conversation is honest, vulnerable, and full of hope. Especially for teenagers who are struggling, feeling alone, or trying to make sense of what they’re experiencing.At the end, she shares a message specifically for other teens who need encouragement.If you or someone you love is dealing with anxiety, this episode is for you. Listen and join the conversation.

The Reality of Anxiety No One Talks About

In this episode, we talk about anxiety — not just what it is, but what it actually feels like to walk through it. Anxiety can be a long and lonely road. It looks different for everyone, and it doesn’t just affect one person — it touches relationships, families, and the people around us. We share some of our own experiences, the weight of it, and what it has looked like to face it without running from it. We also talk about how God meets us in the middle of anxiety — not by pretending it’s not there, but by walking with us through it. If you’ve ever struggled with anxiety or supported someone who has, this conversation is for you.