Faith It 'Til You Make It

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Podcast by Rachael Pontious

Faith It 'Til You Make It

Imagine tuning into a space where the complexities of faith and life collide in a raw and relatable way. Faith It 'Til You Make It is not just a podcast; it’s a journey through life's lessons that offer a beacon of hope for those yearning to find their light amidst life’s chaos. This podcast is all about the "come as you are" mentality. Whether you are God-curious or a faithful follower, this podcast focuses on the intersect of our messy, complicated lives, and finding faith in the midst of all of it to keep the crazy tucked away. Hosted by Rachael, this show invites you to explore real-world applications of faith, courageously facing life’s messy moments while digging deep into the beauty of what it means to walk with God. Expect laughter, tears, and profound insights as Rachael opens the door to her heart, inspiring you to find your path in the same journey. Each week, we’ll laugh, cry, and probably overshare as we explore what it means to walk with God when life feels anything but holy and sometimes the holiest thing you can do, is wake up in the morning. Faithing it ‘til you make it isn’t about pretending—it’s about showing up with your cracked heart and saying, “Okay Lord, let’s do this.” So if you’re tired of curated perfection and ready for some real talk, subscribe now. Let’s embrace the beautiful mess together.

Latest episodes

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03 November 2025

Anointing and Appointing

In this episode, Rachael explores the journey of faith through the lens of the biblical story of David, emphasizing the difference between being anointed and appointed. She shares her personal experiences in ministry, the challenges of waiting for God's timing, and the importance of remaining faithful and prepared during the waiting period. Rachael encourages listeners to trust in God's process and to recognize that their anointing serves a greater purpose beyond themselves.

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27 October 2025

Relationship vs. Religion

In this episode, we’re diving into one of the most misunderstood dynamics in the Christian faith: the difference between religion and relationship.

Rachael shares personal stories—from awkward youth group encounters to Harry Potter-induced church trauma—and how those moments shaped her journey toward an authentic connection with God.

You’ll hear how trust, communication, and giving form the foundation of a thriving relationship with Jesus, and how religion, when right-sized, can support rather than sabotage that intimacy.

Whether you’re God-curious, faith-wobbly, or just wondering if Jesus minds your Netflix queue, this episode is for you. It’s honest, a little humorous, and full of practical wisdom for anyone trying to navigate the spiritual maze without losing their soul in the process.

Tune in to learn how to build an impenetrable faith, find a community that fuels your growth, and finally stop treating religion like a spiritual performance review.

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20 October 2025

Peace Over Pettiness

This episode, we wrestle with the tension between spiritualgrace and lowercase petty—especially in the wild world of social media. From Holy Spirit seatbelt moments to ugly crying on the couch, this episode is all about finding peace in the petty. This episode is for anyone who’s ever typed a message they didn’t send, struggled to love someone who misunderstood them, or felt the tension between truth and tenderness. Sometimes the most powerful witness is restraint—and that grace isn’t weakness, it’s warfare. Whether you’re in a season of spiritual growth, relational friction, or just trying not to clap back in the comments, this episode will encourage you to pause, pray, and let the Holy Spirit ghostwrite your replies.

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13 October 2025

Convicts and Converts

In this episode, Rachael dives into the two ways people often come to faith: through the heart or through the head. Whether you cried your way into Christianity or reasoned your way there like a spiritual Sherlock Holmes, this episode is for you.

We explore what it means to be convicted emotionally vs. intellectually, how our relationship with God shifts depending on whether we’re praisers, pleaders, or just present people, and what happens when our faith hits airplane mode—when the connection’s there but nothing’s loading.

Rachael shares her own messy journey of faith, from glittery gratitude journals to spiritual ghosting, and reminds us that conviction and conversion are just the beginning. The real goal? Transformation. And spoiler alert: it doesn’t require abandoning your Swiftie era or deleting your breakup playlist.

So hit play, hit shuffle, and turn on the noise cancellation—because God speaks through the chaos, the quiet, and even the static.

What's your faith personality? are you the Praiser, the Pleader, or the Present? Share your convict and convert stories with us at FaithingItPodcast@gmail.com

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06 October 2025

From Brokenness to Belonging

In this raw and redemptive episode, Rachael shares her deeply personal journey from spiritual skepticism to soul-level surrender. From a chaotic childhood marked by addiction and instability, to a heartbreaking miscarriage and a failed marriage, she walks us through the messy middle of life where faith felt distant and hope seemed naïve.

But through unexpected love, a second chance at motherhood, and a mustard seed of prayer, Rachael began to see the divine fingerprints on her story. With humor, honesty, and a whole lot of heart, she recounts how her path led from a reluctant baptism as a baby to a chosen one as an adult—and how Jesus met her not in perfection, but in the trenches.

Closing Encouragement: If you’ve ever felt too broken, too messy, or too late for grace—this episode is for you. Rachael reminds us that God isn’t waiting for perfection; He’s already in the middle of our chaos, sleeves rolled up, ready to walk us home.

Subscribe, share, and leave a review if this story moved you. And if you’ve got your own faith journey to share, Rachael would love to hear it.

Until next time: keep showing up, keep trusting, and keep faithing it ‘til you make it.

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06 October 2025

Faith it Till You Make It

Have you ever felt lost in the chaos of life? Well, you’re not alone. Welcome to Faith It 'Til You Make It, the podcast where humor and grace come together to help navigate life’s messy moments.

Join me, Rachael, as I navigate the intersect of where faith meets the messy life. With every episode, we’ll explore real-life inspiration, tackle navigating adversity, and embrace the beauty of living authentically in our faith.

Think you have to be part of a church to be close to God? Think you are too broken to have faith? Think again! In our first episode, "From Brokenness to Belonging," I’ll dive into my story and how faith can transform even the most chaotic lives.

Faith It 'Til You Make It isn’t just a podcast; it’s a community for listeners seeking practical faith in everyday real life, filled with heartfelt conversations, personal reflections, and perhaps a few laughs along the way.

So, whether you’re in your 20s, 30s, or 40s, or just a little God curious, hit the play button and buckle up! Let's embrace this beautiful mess together.

Faith it 'til you make it, because sometimes the holiest thing you can do...is just wake up in the morning.

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