Unfiltered Christianity
A space for honest talk for the imperfectly faithful. We’re two people from different walks of life who share one passion, our love and adoration for Jesus. Here, we wrestle with the frustrating gap between faith and the human experience, talk about what real-life spirituality looks like, and remind each other that grace meets us in the mess.
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[22] You’re Not Supposed to “Get Over It” - Stewarding Pain Well
03/22/2026
[22] You’re Not Supposed to “Get Over It” - Stewarding Pain Well
What if the goal was never to “get over” your pain? We live in a world that tells us to move on, stay strong, and push through, but pain doesn’t disappear just because you ignore it. It settles. It shapes you. And if it’s not faced, it spills out into everything around you. In this episode of Unfiltered Christianity, we step into a more honest conversation about pain, not as something to avoid, but something to steward. Through real stories of loss, betrayal, depression, and healing, we explore what it looks like to sit with pain instead of outrunning it, to name it, process it, and walk through it with God rather than pretending it’s not there. Because the truth is, healing doesn’t come from getting over it. It comes from going through it. Scripture reminds us, “The Lord is near to the brokenhearted and saves the crushed in spirit” (Psalm 34:18). Not after the pain. Not once you’ve figured it out. But right there, in the middle of it. We also see the call to carry one another through it: “Bear one another’s burdens, and so fulfill the law of Christ” (Galatians 6:2). Pain was never meant to be handled alone. This episode is about learning how to suffer without becoming hardened, how to be honest without causing harm, and how to let pain do its deeper work, forming you, not breaking you. Because when pain is stewarded well, it doesn’t just wound you, it matures you.
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[21] The Lost Art of Discipleship
03/16/2026
[21] The Lost Art of Discipleship
Discipleship is one of the most central callings of the Christian life, yet in many ways it has become misunderstood, diluted, or reduced within modern church culture. Too often, it is treated like a curriculum to complete, a class to attend, or a program to move through, when in Scripture it looks far more relational, personal, and transformative. In this episode, we unpack why true discipleship cannot be mass-produced or reduced to information transfer alone. It is not simply about teaching people what to think. It is about walking closely enough with others that they can see how to live, how to follow Jesus, how to endure hardship, how to grow in wisdom, and how to be formed into His likeness over time. Through biblical examples and honest reflection, we explore discipleship as a slow, sacred process rooted in presence, proximity, vulnerability, correction, and love. We talk about the difference between making converts and making disciples, why shared life matters so deeply in spiritual formation, and how discipleship requires more than polished teaching from a distance. It requires genuine relationship. This conversation is an invitation to recover a fuller, richer vision of discipleship, one that reflects the heart of Jesus and calls us back to the beauty of becoming like Him in the context of everyday life.
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[20] The Trap of Legalism: When Faith Becomes Performance
03/09/2026
[20] The Trap of Legalism: When Faith Becomes Performance
In this episode of Unfiltered Christianity, we take an honest look at one of the most subtle and destructive forces that can enter the life of faith: legalism. What often begins as a sincere desire to honor God can slowly transform into something very different. Rules replace relationship. Performance replaces intimacy. And the freedom Jesus purchased for us becomes buried under expectations we were never meant to carry. Throughout the Gospels, Jesus repeatedly confronted this spirit in the religious leaders of His day. In Matthew 23, He rebukes the Pharisees for their outward displays of righteousness while neglecting the heart of God. He says, “Woe to you, teachers of the law and Pharisees, you hypocrites! You give a tenth of your spices… but you have neglected the more important matters of the law, which are justice, mercy and faithfulness” (Matthew 23:23). Their devotion to rules had caused them to miss the very character of God those rules were meant to reflect. Legalism always focuses on the external. It measures spirituality by behavior, compliance, and appearance while ignoring transformation of the heart. Jesus goes on to describe the danger of this in striking language: “You are like whitewashed tombs, which look beautiful on the outside but on the inside are full of the bones of the dead and everything unclean” (Matthew 23:27). What looks holy outwardly can still be spiritually lifeless within. This episode explores how the same dynamic still shows up today. Legalism rarely announces itself openly. Instead, it creeps in quietly through messages that suggest we must prove our worth to God, perform well enough to earn His approval, or follow certain spiritual formulas to secure His favor. The result is a faith that feels heavy, anxious, and fragile. Yet the message of the gospel stands in direct opposition to this mindset. The apostle Paul addressed the same issue in the early church when believers began adding rules and religious expectations to the finished work of Christ. In Galatians 3:3 he asks a piercing question: “Are you so foolish? After beginning by means of the Spirit, are you now trying to finish by means of the flesh?” Paul’s point is clear. What began through grace cannot be perfected through human effort. The purity of the gospel is not “Jesus plus our performance.” It is Jesus and His work alone. As Paul writes again in Galatians 5:1, “It is for freedom that Christ has set us free. Stand firm, then, and do not let yourselves be burdened again by a yoke of slavery.” When we return to striving, rule-keeping, and self-righteousness, we place back on ourselves the very burden Christ died to remove. Jesus illustrated this contrast powerfully in the story of the prodigal son in Luke 15. While the younger son represents obvious rebellion, the older brother reveals a different problem—one of religious performance. Though he obeyed outwardly, his heart remained distant from his father. His resentment toward grace exposed a deeper truth: it is possible to serve God faithfully while never truly knowing His heart. Legalism thrives on fear, control, and the belief that if we do enough right things we can secure the outcomes we desire. But the kingdom of God operates differently. It is built on love, relationship, and dependence on the Father rather than independence from Him. In this conversation, we explore how legalism can shape our beliefs, influence church culture, and even affect how we interpret pain and disappointment in life. We also discuss how recognizing these patterns can lead us back to the simplicity of the gospel and the freedom of living in relationship with God rather than striving for His approval. Ultimately, the invitation of Jesus is not to perform for Him but to know Him. Freedom is not found in perfect rule-keeping, but in the finished work of Christ and the ongoing relationship we have with the Holy Spirit. When the gospel returns to its center, Jesus Himself, we rediscover the life, grace, and intimacy that faith was always meant to hold.
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[19] Unveiling The Bride (Part 2): How We Got Here
03/02/2026
[19] Unveiling The Bride (Part 2): How We Got Here
There has always been a longing inside the church, a quiet groaning for something more real, more pure, more alive. The Unveiling is a conversation about that longing. Through honest dialogue about church history, spiritual identity, maturity, and the work of the Holy Spirit, we explore how the bride of Christ became veiled, not through one dramatic fall, but through subtle shifts, systems, performance, and misplaced identity. More importantly, we explore how those veils are being lifted. This is not a podcast about criticizing the church. It is about loving her enough to call her higher. We talk about the difference between the institution and the bride, why systems are not the enemy but misplaced dependence is, how false humility and performance keep us from freedom, and why maturity is not striving harder but recognizing who we already are. The unveiling is not about tearing down structures. It is about revelation. When the bride remembers who she is, holy, spotless, and fully loved, everything else begins to realign. This is an invitation inward. An invitation to intimacy. An invitation to maturity. An invitation to become what we already are.
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[18] Unveiling the Bride: Awakening to Who We Already Are
02/23/2026
[18] Unveiling the Bride: Awakening to Who We Already Are
In this episode of Unfiltered Christianity, we enter into the sacred and often misunderstood theme of unveiling the bride. Beginning with Revelation 19 and moving through the story of Lazarus, this conversation explores the way God has been partnering with His people throughout history, not to repair what is broken, but to reveal what is already true. At the heart of this episode is a deeply personal encounter that became a defining line in the sand, a moment that reframed calling, obedience, and identity. Through Scripture and lived experience, we explore what it means to be fully alive in Christ while still walking bound by unbelief, shame, religious striving, and false identity. Like Lazarus standing resurrected yet wrapped in grave clothes, the bride of Christ is alive, holy, and beloved, yet often unable to see herself clearly. This conversation challenges common ideas about sanctification, self improvement, and performance-based faith. Rather than striving to become something new, we are invited into a revelation of who we already are because of the finished work of Christ. Unveiling the bride is not about transformation through effort, but awakening through encounter. We also explore the communal nature of this unveiling. Just as Lazarus needed others to help remove the grave clothes, the bride is made ready in community. We are both the bride and the bridesmaids, serving one another in humility, patience, and love, helping each other see clearly and walk freely. This episode is an invitation to step out of control, productivity, and noise, and into stillness, trust, and surrender. It points toward a faith that is experiential rather than performative, relational rather than transactional, and rooted in intimacy with God rather than fear of falling short. If you have ever felt spiritually alive yet restrained, hungry for God yet unsure how to move forward, or weary from trying to fix yourself, this conversation invites you to rest, listen, and allow the veil to be lifted.
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[17] "Glory" What Are We Actually Talking About?
02/16/2026
[17] "Glory" What Are We Actually Talking About?
“Glory” is one of those words we use constantly in church, spoken, sung, prayed, yet rarely paused over. In this episode, we slow the pace and ask an honest question: what are we actually talking about when we say “glory”? Drawing from Scripture, lived encounters with God, and everyday human experiences of beauty, awe, and power, we explore glory as something weighty, something that humbles us, overwhelms us, and puts us in our rightful place. We talk about why glory feels breathtaking in nature, music, worship, and creativity, why it often leaves us undone, and why God’s presence can feel too heavy to stand under. From Moses asking to see God’s glory, to moments of worship that drop us to our knees, this conversation reframes glory not as hype or performance, but as goodness, holiness, and divine beauty made known. Ultimately, we wrestle with what it really means to “give glory to God," not as something He lacks, but as something we recognize, honor, and return to its true source. As Scripture says, “And the Lord said, ‘I will make all my goodness pass before you and will proclaim before you my name’” (Exodus 33:19). Glory, it turns out, is inseparable from God’s goodness and encountering it changes us.
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[16] God in Communion: Rethinking the Trinity as Love in Motion
02/09/2026
[16] God in Communion: Rethinking the Trinity as Love in Motion
In this episode, we step into one of the most profound, and often intimidating topics in Christian theology: the Trinity. Rather than trying to define or solve it, we approach the Trinity as Scripture presents it, an expression of God’s nature, not a theological equation to crack. We explore how Father, Son, and Holy Spirit operate in perfect unity, self-giving love, and mutual submission, from creation in Genesis to the revelation of Christ and the ongoing work of the Spirit. Along the way, we talk about why God chose to reveal Himself relationally, how each person of the Trinity meets us differently in various seasons, and why the Trinity shows us that God is not distant or static, but alive, relational, and always moving toward us. This conversation invites listeners to release the pressure to “understand” God fully and instead encounter Him by entering the divine relationship we were created for. The Trinity isn’t a doctrine meant to divide us; it’s an invitation into love, communion, and belonging.
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[15] Deliverance Without the Spectacle
02/02/2026
[15] Deliverance Without the Spectacle
What if deliverance isn’t a spectacle, a formula, or a dramatic moment—but a quiet, ongoing work of God restoring your identity? In this episode, we unpack how Christian culture has often sensationalized “deliverance,” turning it into systems, scripts, and spiritual theatrics that look very different from what we see modeled in Scripture. Instead of focusing on what people are delivered from, we return to the center of the story: the heart of the Deliverer. Through the lens of Israel’s exodus from Egypt, the ministry of Jesus, and deeply personal experiences, we explore deliverance as God’s gracious work of freeing us from bondage, restoring who we are, and teaching us how to live under His loving rule. We discuss why real deliverance often looks less like a moment and more like a journey, marked by intimacy with God, healing, repentance, maturity, and trust. This conversation challenges common assumptions about demonology, “casting off” struggles like depression or anxiety, and formulaic deliverance sessions, while pointing listeners back to the simple, powerful truth: deliverance flows from relationship, not ritual. If you’ve ever felt confused, shamed, or disillusioned by how deliverance is presented in modern Christian spaces, this episode offers a biblical, grounded, and deeply freeing perspective. Deliverance is not a show. It’s the steady work of a loving God who walks you out of bondage and back into life.
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[14] Conviction vs. Repentance: What the Spirit Does and What We Do
01/26/2026
[14] Conviction vs. Repentance: What the Spirit Does and What We Do
Conviction and repentance are often used interchangeably—but they are not the same thing, and confusing them can lead to shame, striving, and spiritual exhaustion. In this episode, we explore how conviction is initiated by the Holy Spirit, not by self-condemnation or willpower. Conviction brings awareness, light, and truth without shame. Repentance, on the other hand, is our response: a turning, a realignment, a choice to move toward God rather than cling to what we were previously walking in. We unpack the biblical meaning of repentance (metanoia), how it differs from behavior modification, and why repentance is meant to be experienced as freedom—not punishment. From Scripture to deeply personal stories, this conversation reframes repentance as an invitation into clarity, dependence, and transformation rather than fear or performance. If repentance has ever felt heavy, confusing, or transactional, this episode offers a clearer, more life-giving way forward.
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[13] Conviction Isn’t What You Think It Is
01/19/2026
[13] Conviction Isn’t What You Think It Is
Most people avoid conviction—yet Jesus said it would be one of the Holy Spirit’s primary works. “When He comes, He will convict the world concerning sin, righteousness, and judgment.” John 16:8 In this episode, we unpack why the word conviction carries so much fear and misunderstanding, and how it has often been confused with guilt, shame, condemnation, or religious pressure. We explore the difference between human self-judgment and Holy Spirit conviction and why only one of them actually leads to freedom. True conviction doesn’t crush you or manipulate you into change. It doesn’t shout, accuse, or heap shame on your failures. Instead, it gently reveals truth, opens your eyes, and invites you to see from God’s perspective. In the light of what is right, what was wrong becomes clear without condemnation. We talk about personal convictions versus legalism, unity of the Spirit amid differing convictions, and why trying to “fix yourself” through guilt is a false substitute for real transformation. This conversation also addresses why waiting on God’s conviction, rather than forcing change, leads to lasting freedom and deeper alignment with His heart. If you’ve ever felt stuck knowing something was wrong but unable to truly change… If you’ve confused guilt with God’s voice… Or if you’ve grown weary of striving without transformation… This episode reframes conviction as kindness, rescue, and revelation and invites you to rediscover it as something worth craving.
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[12] Grieving More Than Death: Learning to Recognize and Embrace Loss
01/12/2026
[12] Grieving More Than Death: Learning to Recognize and Embrace Loss
Grief is often reduced to the loss of a loved one, but grief shows up in far more places than we realize. In this conversation, we explore the many forms of loss that shape our lives: unmet expectations, broken relationships, lost identity, career changes, shattered hopes, and even the quiet grief of growing older or watching our children change. Drawing from personal stories, Scripture, and lived experience, we talk about how unrecognized grief often disguises itself as anger, numbness, anxiety, or restlessness. We discuss why skipping grief doesn’t make us stronger, but instead leaves us misaligned within ourselves, and how learning to name loss is a critical part of emotional and spiritual health. This episode also reflects deeply on Jesus at the tomb of Lazarus, not as a distant miracle worker, but as one who enters fully into human sorrow. Jesus doesn’t rush grief away; He steps into it, weeps with those who mourn, and redeems it from the inside out. If you’ve ever thought, “It’s not like someone died, so why do I feel this way?” This conversation is for you. This is an invitation to recognize grief honestly, allow yourself to hope again, and trust that God can bring beauty, compassion, and healing even from the losses we were never meant to carry.
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[11] Why Grief Feels So Heavy (And Why That Matters)
01/05/2026
[11] Why Grief Feels So Heavy (And Why That Matters)
Grief feels unbearable because it was never meant to be familiar. In this episode, we sit with the weight of loss and explore why grief feels so disorienting, uncontrollable, and deeply personal. Through raw personal stories of losing a child and losing a mother, we talk about why death still shocks us, why the pain doesn’t follow a timeline, and why trying to “get over it” often does more harm than good. Drawing from Scripture, especially Isaiah 11, we reflect on the truth that we were created for a world without death, danger, or loss and how grief exposes that disconnect. We wrestle with the sting of death, the waves of sorrow that come without warning, and the reality that healing doesn’t mean forgetting. Some wounds leave scars, and those scars matter. This conversation reframes grief not as something to manage or suppress, but as a reflection of love, a reminder of our mortality, and a tether to eternity. We talk about why Christians don’t grieve less than the world, but differently and how pain, when allowed to have its way, can open our hearts rather than harden them. If you’ve ever felt angry at how unfair loss is, confused by your emotions, or unsure where God fits into your grief, this episode invites you to stop rushing the process and start understanding what grief is really pointing you toward.
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[10] The Wilderness Is Not Punishment: Trusting God When the Props Are Gone
12/29/2025
[10] The Wilderness Is Not Punishment: Trusting God When the Props Are Gone
What if the wilderness isn’t where God abandons you but where He matures you? In this episode, we continue our deep dive into the biblical meaning of the wilderness, shifting our lens away from personal assumptions and toward God’s perspective through Scripture. From David to John the Baptist to Jesus Himself, we explore how the wilderness consistently appears as a place of testing, refinement, intimacy, and preparation, not punishment. We unpack why spiritual dryness feels so disorienting, how God removes “props” we’ve unknowingly leaned on, and what it means to trust Him without feelings, clarity, or reassurance. Through honest personal stories, we talk about resentment, apathy, self-reliance, and the slow work of learning to lean, rather than strive or settle. If you’ve ever felt like God has gone silent, wondered what you did wrong, or tried to escape a season you don’t understand, this conversation offers clarity, hope, and a reframe: the wilderness is not the end, it’s an invitation.
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[9] The Wilderness Is Where Trust Is Learned
12/22/2025
[9] The Wilderness Is Where Trust Is Learned
The wilderness isn’t where God abandons us. It’s where He teaches us to lean. In this episode, we walk through Scripture to discover why God repeatedly meets His people in the wilderness and what it reveals about trust, dependence, and intimacy with Him. From Adam’s creation to David’s caves, Elijah’s burnout, Hosea’s love story, and the bride leaning on her beloved, the Bible tells a radically different story about wilderness seasons than we often hear. This is an honest, reflective conversation about: • Losing control • Letting go of independence • Learning to lean on God fully And why the wilderness may actually be a gift.
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[8] Is That God, Me, or Something Else? Discerning the Voice You’re Hearing
12/15/2025
[8] Is That God, Me, or Something Else? Discerning the Voice You’re Hearing
LEARN MORE ABOUT SILENT RETREATS: kallahculture.org How do you actually know when God is speaking? In this episode, we explore one of the most common—and most misunderstood—questions in the Christian life: How do I recognize the voice of God, and how do I discern it from my own thoughts or other voices? Rather than reducing God’s voice to formulas or religious clichés, this conversation invites listeners into a deeper, more honest understanding of how God communicates. We talk about why hearing God isn’t primarily about the five senses, why Scripture can be read intellectually or encountered relationally, and how God often speaks through moments of “knowing” that bypass words altogether. We discuss how God speaks through nature, silence, Scripture, people, and unexpected moments—and why His voice always carries good news, even when it brings conviction. You’ll hear how fear, shame, confusion, and pressure are indicators of a different voice entirely, and how learning to recognize the fruit of what you’re hearing brings clarity and peace. The conversation also explores silence as a form of fasting in a hyper-connected world, why distraction dulls spiritual awareness, and how creating space—rather than striving—often makes God’s voice unmistakable. If you’ve ever wondered: Was that God, or was that just me? Why does hearing God feel so elusive sometimes? What does it actually feel like when God speaks? This episode is an invitation—not to try harder—but to listen differently.
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[7] The Lost Practice of Lamenting Prayer & Why We Need It Back
12/08/2025
[7] The Lost Practice of Lamenting Prayer & Why We Need It Back
WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLvH41WBs47G76-7oxWwByAb1eFFlbKt-9 In today’s episode, we continue our deep dive into prayer by exploring a practice many believers have forgotten but desperately need — lamenting. Lament isn’t complaining. It’s not disrespect. It’s not faithlessness. It’s the honest, unfiltered cry of the soul — the place between what we know about God and what we are actually experiencing. Together, we talk through: What lamenting really means in Scripture Why the Western church has largely lost this form of prayer The difference between lamenting and complaining Why emotions like sadness, anger, confusion, and despair are not “bad emotions” How lament becomes worship and leads to clarity, hope, and spiritual strength Why suppressing pain spiritually “metastasizes” instead of heals How God meets us in raw honesty — never with shame, but with presence Joey’s powerful personal story of loss, addiction, surrender, and being encountered by God How lament creates intimacy with God that nothing else can Practical ways to lament in real life, even with busy schedules or people around you Lament isn’t something you schedule, it’s something that rises in you when life hurts and your soul needs God. It's the moment the “faucet turns on,” and you pour out everything without filters. If you feel something in your throat, in your chest, or in your gut while listening… you might be overdue for a lament. And that’s okay. God meets us there.
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[6] Prayer: What It Really Is And Why We All Overthink It
11/28/2025
[6] Prayer: What It Really Is And Why We All Overthink It
LEARN MORE ABOUT SILENT RETREATS: kallahculture.org In this episode, Joey and Carla step into one of the most misunderstood parts of the Christian life — prayer. Not the polished, word-heavy version many of us grew up with, but the real thing: the communion, the awareness, the soul-level connection with God that often has no words at all. We talk about why so many believers feel like they’re “not good at prayer,” why we’ve all inherited narrow traditions around it, and how prayer is less about saying things to God and more about living in continual union with Him. We explore: Why prayer is often messy, emotional, and deeply personal How yearning, desire, dissatisfaction, and even dreams can be forms of prayer Why unceasing prayer is possible — and not about talking nonstop What happens when distractions or old patterns distort our view of God The difference between “token prayers” and tapping into the deeper flow of communion How silent retreats open us to identity, presence, and clarity Why Jesus’ own rhythm of withdrawing in silence matters for us today This conversation goes deep — into identity, awareness, contemplation, silence, and the kind of prayer that forms you from the inside out. It’s honest. It’s raw. It’s personal. And it just might free you from everything you thought prayer had to be. If you’ve ever felt like you’re “not praying enough,” “not doing it right,” or struggling to connect with God through words alone… this episode will change the way you see prayer forever.
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[5] Why the Lamb Matters: Rethinking Power, Innocence, and Spiritual Warfare
11/24/2025
[5] Why the Lamb Matters: Rethinking Power, Innocence, and Spiritual Warfare
In this episode of Unfiltered Christianity, we dive deep into one of the most familiar but often least understood titles for Jesus: the Lamb of God. Using real-life stories, Scripture, and raw personal reflection, we unpack what it actually means that Jesus is the Lamb, why God chose this imagery, what it tells us about His character, and how it reshapes our understanding of power, spiritual warfare, and following Jesus today. We explore the ancient sacrificial system, the innocence and purity a lamb represented, and the unbelievable reality that God revealed Himself not first as a lion, warrior, or king… but as a slain lamb. You’ll hear: Why John the Baptist’s declaration, “Behold, the Lamb of God," was shocking How innocence, meekness, and gentleness reveal true Kingdom power Why looking to Jesus as the Lamb transforms identity, self-worth, and daily spiritual battles What Revelation’s vision of the Lion/Lamb tells us about the upside-down Kingdom How humility and surrender, not striving, bring real authority and influence If you’ve ever struggled to understand why Jesus is called “the Lamb,” why His gentleness matters, or what true spiritual warfare looks like, this episode will reframe your entire perspective. Worthy is the Lamb—because the Lamb is how God wins.
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[4] The Bride
11/17/2025
[4] The Bride
In this episode of Unfiltered Christianity, we dive into one of the most misunderstood and avoided subjects in the Church, the Bride of Christ. What does it really mean? Why does Scripture use this imagery? And why do so many believers, especially men, feel disconnected from it? Through raw conversation, personal encounters with God, Scripture, and real-life stories, we unpack: The mystery, beauty, and tension surrounding the Bride Why the passion of God toward His people is described in intimate, relational terms How Song of Solomon reveals God’s fierce love and why it was debated for being “too intimate” The deeper meaning behind Jesus’ final word on the cross and how it ties directly to the consummation of the union between Christ and His Church Why “pure and spotless” doesn’t mean perfectionism, but unmixed devotion How both men and women can understand this identity without getting stuck in modern cultural imagery What it practically looks like to “make ourselves ready” as the Bride The distinction between sin-management Christianity and love-driven holiness The longing every human carries and how that yearning is actually bridal desire at its core You’ll hear stories of personal transformation, encounters that launched entire ministries, the emotional impact of discovering God’s love for the first time in a real way, and how marriage itself reflects a far greater spiritual reality. If you’ve ever struggled with the imagery of being “the Bride,” if you’ve felt distant from God, or if you’re hungry for a deeper experience of His love — this episode will give language, clarity, and revelation you may have never heard taught in church. This is about union without mixture. A love that changes everything. A Bride being readied for her Groom. Press play and join us at the table.
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[1] Unfiltered Beginnings: Why We’re Doing This
11/10/2025
[1] Unfiltered Beginnings: Why We’re Doing This
In this first conversation of Unfiltered Christianity, Joey and Victoria pull back the curtain on their stories and the heart behind the podcast. From atheist roots to lifelong church culture, they come from two very different worlds—but share one thing: an unshakable love for Jesus and a hunger to bridge the gap between faith and real life. They talk openly about encounters with God, the struggle with emotions, the weight of legalism, and the tension between what we believe and what we actually experience. This isn’t polished religion—it’s raw faith, real questions, and honest wrestling with God in the mess of being human. If you’ve ever wondered where God is when life doesn’t feel good or if it’s okay to not have all the answers, this episode is for you.
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[3] Faith Isn’t Pretty: Why God Wants Your Unfiltered Heart
11/10/2025
[3] Faith Isn’t Pretty: Why God Wants Your Unfiltered Heart
In this episode, we pull back the curtain on the name of this podcast and talk about why “unfiltered” matters so much to us—and to real faith. We dive into the pressure so many Christians feel to say the right thing, believe the right thing, and show up polished before God and people… even when what’s actually happening inside is messy. Using Scripture, personal stories, and a lot of honesty, we talk about: why filtered faith keeps us stuck how trying to “say it right” blocks intimacy with God why emotions aren’t sinful, they’re symptoms how honesty with God leads to freedom, healing, and deeper relationship examples in Scripture where people met God because they were undone, not put together This conversation gives you permission to be raw, real, and honest before God—because He already knows what’s going on inside you, and He wants connection, not performance. If you’ve ever felt like you had to tidy up your prayers, hide your doubts, or put on a face at church, this one’s for you.
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[2] Imperfectly Faithful: Our Real Stories
11/10/2025
[2] Imperfectly Faithful: Our Real Stories
In Part Two of Unfiltered Christianity’s opening conversation, Joey and Victoria dive deeper into what it really means to live “imperfectly faithful.” Picking up where they left off, they unpack how emotions, doubt, and spiritual warfare collide with our desire to follow Jesus. From anxiety and worship to endurance, holiness, and the daily fight to stay grounded in truth, this episode gets real about what faith looks like when it’s tested. It’s not about having all the answers—it’s about learning to bring every part of ourselves, even the messy ones, back to Him. If you’ve ever wrestled with your emotions, questioned your faith, or struggled to find God in the static, this conversation will remind you that being faithful doesn’t mean being flawless, it means showing up anyway.
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