Unpolished Faith

Written 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
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Episodes
  • Trailer: Your Dwelling Place

    Trailer: Your Dwelling Place
    Feb 13 2025

    Hey friend! Unfortunately, Madi is out sick this week, so the Community Formation episode she originally scheduled will be postponed. But for now, enjoy the official trailer for Season 3: Your Dwelling Place!

    This season, we’re exploring the different rooms of a house as symbols of community—what it looks like, why it matters, and how we build it.

    Be sure to tune in next week as Madi dives into Christ-centered community formation and shares what’s ahead for Unpolished Faith this year!
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    4 mins
  • New Year. New Me. Maybe.

    New Year. New Me. Maybe.
    Feb 6 2025

    Hello friends! Welcome to 2025 at Unpolished Faith. It’s a new year, and while the world is shouting “New Year, New Me,” I’m leaning into something different—rest and renewal. Over the holidays, for the first time in a long time, I actually slowed down. And in that stillness, I realized something: God does His best work when we stop striving.

    This year, I’m not chasing a new version of myself—I’m committing to a deeper, more rested, more surrendered version. Maybe that’s what you need too.

    And speaking of fresh starts, Season 3 is almost here! Next week, I’ll drop the official trailer, and trust me, you don’t want to miss it. We’re talking about the kind of community that helps you build a life that lasts.
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    7 mins
  • The Road to Redemption Begins at Christmas | Chrissie Dunham

    The Road to Redemption Begins at Christmas | Chrissie Dunham
    Dec 24 2024

    Unpolished Faith and Madi Franquiz will be on a break from December 25th through the New Year. Madi will be back with regularly scheduled content for Season 3 on February 6th at 5:00 am. Keep in touch with Unpolished Faith on Instagram!

    As part of our 12 Days of Unpolished Christmas Theology Three-Part Deep Dive, (say that 3 times fast), we are having a conversation with my mentor Chrissie Dunham. God’s redemptive plan for humanity only began at Christmas. It was always leading to Calvary.

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    Download this FREE devotional from Madi: 12 Days of Unpolished Christmas

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    Connect with Chrissie

    Listen to Ep. 3 When God Feels Far: Navigating Spiritually Dry Seasons
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    45 mins

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