Faith It 'Til You Make It

Rachael Pontious
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Faith It 'Til You Make It is where real life and real faith collide—no filters, no fluff, just honest conversations about navigating the mess with a little bit of hope and a lot of heart. Hosted by Rachael, this isn’t your polished, perfect Christian podcast. It’s for the God-curious and the faithful, the burnt-out and the barely-holding-it-together. Every episode is a reminder that faith isn’t about pretending everything’s fine—it’s about showing up anyway, doubts and all. Sometimes the holiest thing you can do is roll out of bed and whisper, “Okay, Lord. Let’s go.”

  1. The "T" Word: Faith, Money, & Trust

    3D AGO

    The "T" Word: Faith, Money, & Trust

    Money talk in church can feel awkward—sometimes even triggering. So when the topic of tithing comes up, many of us tune out, tense up, or carry baggage from past experiences that didn’t feel great. In this episode of Faith It ’Til You Make It, we’re talking about the “T” word without pressure or guilt. This isn’t an offering message—it’s an honest conversation about why money has so much power over our hearts, what Scripture actually says about generosity, and how tithing is less about church budgets and more about trust. I share my own journey from avoiding the conversation to realizing that obedience isn’t about perfection, but posture. Whether you’re skeptical, curious, or just trying to trust God with the things you hold most tightly, this episode creates space to reflect—without shame. Because sometimes faith grows most in the places we’re least comfortable letting go.

    24 min
  2. Does it Still Count? When Faith Arrives at the Last Second

    JAN 26

    Does it Still Count? When Faith Arrives at the Last Second

    What happens when faith shows up at the finish line? In this episode of Faith It ’Til You Make It, I wrestle out loud with a question that makes many of us uncomfortable: Does faith still count if it comes at the very end? What if belief feels fear-driven, half-formed, or like a last-ditch attempt to avoid the unknown? And what do we do with the tension between grace and fairness? Inspired by a recent conversation about death-bed conversions, this episode walks through scripture, personal reflection, and honest doubt to explore what the Bible actually says about salvation, motivation, timing, and grace. We look at stories like the thief on the cross, Jesus’ teachings on grace, and the uncomfortable truth that faith is not measured by longevity or effort—but by direction. This episode isn’t about passing judgment on someone else’s story. It’s about examining our own beliefs, our assumptions about fairness, and whether we trust God’s mercy more than our measurements. If you’ve ever wondered: Can faith come too late? Does motivation matter when it comes to salvation? Why grace feels unsettling when it isn’t “earned” Or what happens when belief arrives at the last possible second …this episode invites you into the tension, not away from it. Because grace doesn’t need perfect timing.It just needs a turn toward Jesus.

    31 min
  3. Bible Study Without the Shame: Why One Plan Doesn't Fit Every Faith

    JAN 5

    Bible Study Without the Shame: Why One Plan Doesn't Fit Every Faith

    Bible study wasn’t meant to feel like a performance. In this episode of Faith It ’Til You Make It, we talk honestly about how to study the Bible in real life — whether you’re God-curious, trying to start reading the Bible for the first time, struggling to stay consistent with Bible study, or looking to go deeper in Scripture without burning out. If Bible study has ever left you feeling overwhelmed, guilty, or convinced you’re doing it wrong, this conversation is for you. We explore why one-size-fits-all Bible reading plans don’t work, how shame quietly sabotages spiritual growth, and what it looks like to engage the Bible as an invitation into relationship instead of a checklist to complete. This episode is especially for:• people new to faith• Christians who keep falling off their Bible study plans• longtime believers ready for deeper spiritual growth You’ll also hear about our 7-day Bible devotional designed to help you read Scripture with curiosity, grace, and sustainable rhythms — no pressure, no perfection. Wherever you are and however you read, this is what it looks like to faith it ’til you make it. https://www.faithitpodcast.com/bible-study-without-the-shame-7-day-devotional/

    27 min
  4. The Miracle We Didn't Ask For: When God Uses Pressure to Bring Freedom

    JAN 5

    The Miracle We Didn't Ask For: When God Uses Pressure to Bring Freedom

    What if God doesn’t remove the enemy — but uses it? In this episode, we slow down in Exodus 14, where the Israelites are trapped between the Red Sea and the army chasing them. It’s the moment when escape feels impossible, fear feels loud, and God’s plan feels confusing. We talk about: Why God sometimes leads us into uncomfortable places on purpose What it means when the pressure doesn’t disappear How protection can come before deliverance Why the miracle you want might not be the miracle you need If you’ve ever felt boxed in, overwhelmed, or unsure why God hasn’t moved the way you expected — this episode is for you. Because sometimes the miracle isn’t escape. It’s freedom.

    22 min
  5. The Christmas Story... Well, kind of

    12/24/2025 · BONUS

    The Christmas Story... Well, kind of

    The first Christmas wasn’t cozy. It wasn’t quiet. And it definitely wasn’t planned. In this bonus episode, I retell the Christmas story as it might unfold today—full of interruptions, uncertainty, and ordinary people navigating an extraordinary moment. It’s a reminder that faith doesn’t require perfect timing or polished circumstances. God entered the chaos then, and He still enters it now. If your Christmas feels a little loud, a little messy, or a little unfinished, you’re not doing it wrong. You’re right where God loves to show up.

    11 min
  6. Now What? Living With What God Reveals

    12/22/2025

    Now What? Living With What God Reveals

    What happens after God reveals something you can’t ignore? In this episode, we’re talking about the uncomfortable middle space that follows conviction and clarity — the place where the mask comes off, but the new version of you hasn’t fully formed yet. This episode explores what the Bible and real life teach us about identity after revelation, why God doesn’t rush transformation, and how to live honestly without scrambling to fix yourself or perform spiritual growth. We talk about integration instead of overcorrection, boundaries instead of oversharing, and why awareness is often the first form of obedience. If you’re navigating faith, healing, obedience, or identity in the middle of real life, this episode is an invitation to slow down, stay present, and trust God’s pace. You don’t have to be finished to be faithful. You just have to be real.

    25 min
  7. Reveal: Because Pretending Everything's Fine Isn't Working

    12/15/2025

    Reveal: Because Pretending Everything's Fine Isn't Working

    This year’s word isn’t about hustling harder, setting unrealistic resolutions, or pretending everything’s fine. It’s REVEAL. In this episode of Faith It ’Til You Make It, Rachael talks about why the things we hide—out of fear, shame, or “I’m fine” energy—end up having way more power than they should. From faith struggles and burnout to unspoken fears and old patterns, hiding might feel safer… but it’s also exhausting. With humor, honesty, and biblical grounding, this episode unpacks why God works in the light, not the shadows, and how revelation isn’t about being exposed—it’s about being healed. You’ll hear Scripture-backed insight, practical ways to live more honestly with God and others, and a reminder that Jesus never reveals to shame—He reveals to restore. If you’ve ever said “I’m fine” while quietly falling apart, this episode is for you. We’re talking confession, courage, light vs. darkness, and what happens when you stop hiding the parts of your life that need healing. No perfection required.No pretending allowed.Just honesty, freedom, and a little holy humor along the way. Don't forget to sign up for our Newsletter at Faithitpodast.com to get your weekly devotional straight to your inbox!

    23 min
  8. Awkward Prayers Anonymous: Unpolished. Unfiltered. Heard.

    12/08/2025

    Awkward Prayers Anonymous: Unpolished. Unfiltered. Heard.

    Ever prayed a prayer so messy, rambling, or unintentionally hilarious that you wished heaven didn’t have playback? Welcome to Awkward Prayers Anonymous — the episode for anyone who has ever stuttered through a sentence, forgotten what they were saying mid-prayer, or worried their prayer sounded more like a chaotic voice memo than a holy moment. In this episode of Faith It ’Til You Make It, we unpack the truth about prayer:It doesn’t have to be polished to be powerful. It doesn’t have to be poetic to be heard. And it definitely doesn’t have to be perfect to matter. Through humor, storytelling, Scripture, and relatable real-life moments, we explore: Why so many of us feel pressure to “pray the right way” What Jesus actually says about performative prayer How the Bible is full of beautifully messy prayers from people like Hannah, David, Peter, and the tax collector Why awkward, unfiltered prayer is spiritually transformational Practical ways to pray authentically in the middle of real life’s chaos You’ll learn how to approach God with honesty instead of performance, how prayer strengthens your relationship with Him, and why your most unpolished moments may be the ones heaven leans into the most.

    21 min
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Faith It 'Til You Make It is where real life and real faith collide—no filters, no fluff, just honest conversations about navigating the mess with a little bit of hope and a lot of heart. Hosted by Rachael, this isn’t your polished, perfect Christian podcast. It’s for the God-curious and the faithful, the burnt-out and the barely-holding-it-together. Every episode is a reminder that faith isn’t about pretending everything’s fine—it’s about showing up anyway, doubts and all. Sometimes the holiest thing you can do is roll out of bed and whisper, “Okay, Lord. Let’s go.”

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  • Creator
    Rachael Pontious
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    18
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Rachael Pontious
  • Show Website
    Faith It 'Til You Make It