Stay True with Madison Prewett Troutt

Welcome back to another episode of Stay True Podcast! This week, Madi sits down with Annie F. Downs to talk about how to stop letting what you don't have keep you from fully living the life God has given you right now. From fear and disappointment to unanswered prayers and dreams that haven't happened yet, Annie and Madi unpack how to recognize when something good has become an idol, how to keep hoping without holding too tightly to the outcome, and what to do when God feels silent. If you've been waiting, praying, or wondering what's keeping you from moving forward, this episode is for you! As always, stay you and stay true! Topics we dive into: What is holding you back? How do you keep hoping without idolizing a dream? What do you do when your prayers go unanswered? Can you miss what God has for you? Is fear causing you to hide or hold yourself back? How do you surrender a dream without giving up hope? How do you trust God when life doesn't go according to your plan? Helpful Resources: REGISTER FOR BE HEALED CONFERENCE: https://brushfire.com/uniteus/BEHEALEDWOMENSCONFERENCE/633933 Don't Let That Hold You Back by Annie F. Downs: https://a.co/d/09YSzOud Dare To Be True by Madison Prewett Troutt: https://a.co/d/gdfpHX5 Stay True Website: https://www.staytruepodcast.com Stay True Merch: https://www.staytruepodcast.com/merch UP: Download the UP app and start scrolling happy® IOS: https://go.scrollhappy.com/madi Android: https://go.scrollhappy.com/madi Apply to be a creator on UP: https://go.scrollhappy.com/apply (use code STAYTRUE) Branch Basics: Get 15% off Branch Basics with the code STAYTRUE at branchbasics.com/STAYTRUE #branchbasicspod GCU: Visit gcu.edu to learn more. EllaOla: Go to EllaOla.com/STAYTRUE for 20% off your first purchase. JiYu: The Korean skincare brand everyone is talking about. Our listeners get 20% off their entire order by using code STAYTRUE at jiyuskin.com/STAYTRUE #JIYU #ad Connect with Stay True! 💙 Instagram | @staytruepodcast 💙 TikTok | @staytrue_podcast 💙 Follow Madison | @madiprew 💙 Follow Annie | @anniefdowns

Welcome back to another episode of Stay True Podcast! For the very first time, we have a LIVE audience joining Madi for a special Q&A episode! Adam, Zane, Annabelle, and Olivia sit down with Madi to ask honest questions about faith, purpose, comparison, prayer, and hearing the voice of God. Madi gets practical about prioritizing your faith after college, navigating singleness, praying without ceasing, and learning to recognize God's voice in a world full of noise. Whether you're trying to figure out your purpose, feeling behind, or simply wanting to grow closer to God, you'll want to tune into this episode! As always, stay you and stay true! Topics we dive into: How do you discover and use your spiritual gifts? How to stop comparing yourself to others How do you prioritize your faith post grad? What dating advice would Madi say to her 20-year-old self? What does it mean to "make yourself irrelevant"? How do you know when you're hearing God's voice or a voice in your head? How do you pursue your dreams without stressing about the future? What does it actually mean to pray without ceasing? Helpful Resources: REGISTER FOR BE HEALED CONFERENCE: https://brushfire.com/uniteus/BEHEALEDWOMENSCONFERENCE/633933 Dare To Be True by Madison Prewett Troutt: https://a.co/d/gdfpHX5 Stay True Website: https://www.staytruepodcast.com Stay True Merch: https://www.staytruepodcast.com/merch Up: Download the UP app and start scrolling happy® IOS: https://go.scrollhappy.com/madi Android: https://go.scrollhappy.com/madi . Apply to be a creator on UP: https://go.scrollhappy.com/apply GCU: Visit gcu.edu to learn more. Jones Road Beauty: Use code STAYTRUE at jonesroadbeauty.com to get a Free Gift with your first purchase! #JonesRoadBeauty #ad Thrive Causemetics: Go to thrivecausemetics.com/STAYTRUE for an exclusive offer of 20% off your first order. Better Help: Sign up and get 10% off at BetterHelp.com/STAYTRUE Connect with Stay True! 💙 Instagram | @staytruepodcast 💙 TikTok | @staytrue_podcast 💙 Follow Madison | @madiprew 💙 Follow Adam | @adambiancheri 💙 Follow Annabelle | @annabelle_mayernick 💙 Follow Olivia | @oliviaaa.lee 💙 Follow Zane | @zanehampton_

Welcome back to another episode of Stay True Podcast! You may know Cliffe and Stuart Knechtle from their viral conversations and debates on college campuses, where they take on some of the hardest questions about God, Christianity, and faith. This week, they're sitting down with Madi to bring those conversations to Stay True! Cliffe and Stuart help us understand not only WHAT we believe, but WHY we believe it. Whether you've followed Jesus your whole life, are wrestling with doubts, or simply want to be better equipped to defend your faith, this conversation is for you. As always, stay you and stay true! Topics we dive into: Is there 100% proof that God exists? How do we know Christianity is true? Does everyone have the gift of faith? How can a good God send people to Hell? Why does Satan have so much power? How can we trust the Bible? What can a Christian do that an atheist can't? What would God say to the American Church today? Helpful Resources: Demolishing Doubt by Cliffe and Stuart Knechtle: https://a.co/d/0h01Cq2e REGISTER FOR BE HEALED CONFERENCE: https://brushfire.com/uniteus/BEHEALEDWOMENSCONFERENCE/633933 Dare To Be True by Madison Prewett Troutt: https://a.co/d/gdfpHX5 Stay True Website: https://www.staytruepodcast.com Stay True Merch: https://www.staytruepodcast.com/merch Up: Download the UP app and start scrolling happy® IOS: https://go.scrollhappy.com/madi Android: https://go.scrollhappy.com/madi . Apply to be a creator on UP: https://go.scrollhappy.com/apply GCU: Visit gcu.edu to learn more. Home Chef: Go to homechef.com/staytrue for 50% OFF your first box and free dessert for life! Connect with Stay True! 💙 Instagram | @staytruepodcast 💙 TikTok | @staytrue_podcast 💙 Follow Madison | @madiprew 💙 Follow Stuart | @stuart_knechtle

This week on Stay True Podcast, Madi sits down with singer-songwriter Jamie MacDonald for a powerful conversation about trusting God's timing when you feel behind. Long before the #1 songs, Jamie spent years singing in the background, wondering when the dreams God placed on her heart would ever happen. After walking through loss, disappointment, unexpected detours, and years of waiting, Jamie signed her first record deal at 40. Her story is a reminder that God is not late, and the years that feel hidden are never wasted. Together, Madi and Jamie talk about what it looks like to trust God when everyone around you seems to be moving forward, how to stay faithful when your prayers haven't been answered yet, and why God may be doing some of His deepest work in you while you wait. If you've ever wondered, "God, when is it going to be my turn?" or felt like you should be further along by now, this episode is for YOU. You are not behind. God has not forgotten you. And His timing can still be trusted. As always... be sure to stay you and stay true! Topics we dive into: -What do you do when you feel behind in life? -How do you trust God when His timing doesn't match yours? -How do you stop comparing your timeline to everyone else's? -What is God doing in your waiting season? -How do you surrender your plans while still holding onto hope? -How can you stay faithful when prayers seem unanswered? Helpful Resources: REGISTER FOR BE HEALED CONFERENCE: https://brushfire.com/uniteus/BEHEALEDWOMENSCONFERENCE/633933 Dare To Be True by Madison Prewett Troutt: https://a.co/d/gdfpHX5 Stay True Website: https://www.staytruepodcast.com Stay True Merch: https://www.staytruepodcast.com/merch Better Help: This show is sponsored by BetterHelp. Sign up and get 10% off at BetterHelp.com/STAYTRUE . Branch Basics: Get 15% off Branch Basics with the code STAYTRUE at branchbasics.com/STAYTRUE #branchbasicspod Up: To get involved, go to scrollhappy.com. Apply as a creator or advertiser, or be bumped to the top of the waitlist with my code STAYTRUE. GCU: Visit gcu.edu to learn more. iRestore: Unlock your best hair & skin with @iRestorelaser and HUGE savings on iRESTORE with code STAYTRUE at irestore.com/STAYTRUE! #irestorepod JiYu Skin: The Korean skincare brand everyone is talking about. Our listeners get 20% off their entire order by using code STAYTRUE at jiyuskin.com/STAYTRUE #JIYU #ad Connect with Stay True! 💙 Instagram | @staytruepodcast 💙 TikTok | @staytrue_podcast 💙 Follow Madison | @madiprew 💙 Follow Jamie | @jamiemacdonald

Welcome back to another episode of Stay True Podcast! Join Madi and the Stay True Podcast Manager, Leigha, for a convicting and truth-filled conversation about the grey areas of Christianity… the things that aren't always clearly black and white. How do you know if something is a sin if it doesn't directly talk about it in the Bible? And how do you make choices that honor God in a world full of temptation? Madi and Leigha talk through what it looks like to pursue holiness, purity, and ultimately become more like Jesus. As always, stay you and stay true! In this episode, we talk about: Should Christians drink alcohol? Should Christians watch Love Island or listen to explicit music? Is it okay to spend the night with your significant other? How to know if something is a sin Pursuing holiness in everyday life AND SO MUCH MORE! Helpful Resources: REGISTER FOR BE HEALED CONFERENCE: https://brushfire.com/uniteus/BEHEALEDWOMENSCONFERENCE/633933 Dare To Be True by Madison Prewett Troutt: https://a.co/d/gdfpHX5 Stay True Website: https://www.staytruepodcast.com Stay True Merch: https://www.staytruepodcast.com/merch Better Help: This show is sponsored by BetterHelp. Sign up and get 10% off at BetterHelp.com/STAYTRUE . Liberty Healthshare: You can learn more at libertyhealthshare.org. Vinted: Download the Vinted app for free to start selling with no seller fees, so you keep everything you earn. Thrive: Go to thrivecausemetics.com/STAYTRUE for an exclusive offer of 20% off your first order. Up: To get involved, go to scrollhappy.com. Apply as a creator or advertiser, or be bumped to the top of the waitlist with my code STAYTRUE. GCU: Visit gcu.edu to learn more. Connect with Stay True! 💙 Instagram | @staytruepodcast 💙 TikTok | @staytrue_podcast 💙 Follow Madison | @madiprew

This week on Stay True Podcast, Kevin Olusola opens up about calling, identity, and what it looks like to trust God when it doesn't make sense. From turning down a life-changing opportunity with Pentatonix to later stepping into it with full confidence in God's timing, Kevin shares how surrender changed everything. Kevin and Madi dive into the tension of stewarding your gifts with excellence without letting performance define you, and what it looks like to stay grounded in an industry built on applause and recognition. Kevin opens up about the pressure to fit in, the courage it takes to stand out, and how his faith has anchored him through every season. This episode also speaks to anyone who has ever felt "too different" or misunderstood. Kevin shares why the very thing you're tempted to hide might be the exact thing God wants to use, and how staying rooted in Christ is the only way to remain steady when everything else feels uncertain. If you've ever struggled with identity, felt pressure to perform, or wondered how to stay faithful in a secular space, this conversation will hit deep. It's a reminder that you don't have to fit in to be used by God. Stay you and stay true! Topics we dive into: -Why Kevin said no to Pentatonix and how God changed everything -How to steward your gifts without letting them become your identity -Staying grounded in Christ in an industry driven by applause -Finding courage to stand out instead of blending in -What to do when you feel overlooked, different, or misunderstood -Remaining rooted in your faith in a secular environment AND SO MUCH MORE! Helpful Resources: My Voice is a Beat by Kevin Olusola: https://a.co/d/0ivb3LA0 Dare To Be True by Madison Prewett Troutt: https://a.co/d/gdfpHX5 Stay True Website: https://www.staytruepodcast.com Stay True Merch: https://www.staytruepodcast.com/merch Home Chef: For a limited time, Home Chef is offering my listeners 50% OFF and free shipping for your first box PLUS free dessert for life! Go to HomeChef.com/staytrue Liberty Healthshare: Learn more at libertyhealthshare.org . GCU: Visit gcu.edu to learn more. Connect with Stay True! 💙 Instagram | @staytruepodcast 💙 TikTok | @staytrue_podcast 💙 Follow Madison | @madiprew 💙 Follow Kevin | @kolusola

This week on Stay True Podcast, Madi sits down with authors, pastors, speakers, and friends Jennie and Levi Lusko for a conversation about something so many of us are craving but struggle to find: true rest. In a world that constantly tells us to do more, hustle harder, and keep pushing, it's no wonder so many of us feel spiritually exhausted, anxious, and overwhelmed. Together, they talk about what to do when your mind won't stop spiraling, how to trust God when it feels like He's silent, and why following Jesus doesn't mean life will always be easy. Jennie and Levi also share practical wisdom on fighting entitlement and discovering the kind of soul-deep rest that only God can provide. If you've been feeling worn out, discouraged, or simply running on empty, this conversation will remind you where real peace is found. As always... be sure to stay you and stay true! Topics we dive into: -Why do we feel so spiritually exhausted? -What do you do when your mind won't stop spiraling? -How do you trust God when He doesn't seem to answer your prayers? -How do you fight entitlement and cultivate gratitude? -What does true rest for your soul actually look like? -Why is God more concerned with who you're becoming than what you're doing? Helpful Resources: Blessed Are the Spiraling by Levi Lusko: https://a.co/d/06QIbde3 Fresh Mercies Every Day by Jennie Lusko: https://a.co/d/0ebGPB30 Dare To Be True by Madison Prewett Troutt: https://a.co/d/gdfpHX5 Stay True Website: https://www.staytruepodcast.com Stay True Merch: https://www.staytruepodcast.com/merch Better Help: This show is sponsored by BetterHelp. Sign up and get 10% off at BetterHelp.com/STAYTRUE . Branch Basics: Get 15% off Branch Basics with the code STAYTRUE at branchbasics.com/STAYTRUE #branchbasicspod Liberty Healthshare: You can learn more at libertyhealthshare.org. GCU: Visit gcu.edu to learn more. Connect with Stay True! 💙 Instagram | @staytruepodcast 💙 TikTok | @staytrue_podcast 💙 Follow Madison | @madiprew 💙 Follow Jennie | @jennielusko 💙 Follow Levi | @levilusko

This week on Stay True Podcast, Madi sits down with Bible teacher, author, and The Bible Recap host Tara-Leigh Cobble for a conversation that might completely change the way you read Scripture. If you've ever opened the Bible and felt confused, overwhelmed, discouraged, or wondered if you're missing something, this episode is for YOU. Together, they unpack one of the biggest mistakes Christians make when reading the Bible, why so many of us unknowingly read Scripture through the lens of culture instead of God's character, and how seeing the Bible the way it was intended changes everything. They also talk about why reading the entire Bible matters, what happens when verses are taken out of context, and how to move from simply reading God's Word to genuinely knowing and loving Him through it. As always... be sure to stay you and stay true! Topics we dive into: -Are you reading the Bible the way it was meant to be read? -Why do so many Christians struggle to understand Scripture? -Why does reading the entire Bible matter? -What is the Trinity? -What does it actually mean to fall in love with God's Word? Helpful Resources: The Bible Recap by Tara-Leigh Cobble: https://www.thebiblerecap.com/ The Joy of the Trinity by Tara-Leigh Cobble: https://a.co/d/0fBssi8C Dare To Be True by Madison Prewett Troutt: https://a.co/d/gdfpHX5 Stay True Website: https://www.staytruepodcast.com Stay True Merch: https://www.staytruepodcast.com/merch Veracity: For up to 65% off your order, head to VeracityHealth.co and use code STAYTRUE. Liberty Healthshare: You can learn more at libertyhealthshare.org. GCU: Visit gcu.edu to learn more. Connect with Stay True! 💙 Instagram | @staytruepodcast 💙 TikTok | @staytrue_podcast 💙 Follow Madison | @madiprew 💙 Follow Tara-Leigh | @taraleighcobble 💙 Follow The Bible Recap | @thebiblerecap

This week on Stay True Podcast, the podcast manager, Leigha, is back and putting Madi in the hot seat once again. 👀 You sent in your questions, and nothing was off limits. From social media and waiting on God to accountability, temptation, dating, and sexual sin, Leigha asks Madi some of the hardest (and most requested) questions we've received. Whether you're in a waiting season, navigating a dating relationship, struggling with temptation, or simply trying to follow Jesus in today's culture, we hope this conversation reminds you that you're not alone, and that God's Word has something to say about it all. Stay you and stay true! Topics we dive into: -Is Madi coming back to social media? -What real accountability actually looks like -How to trust God in a waiting season -Is Jesus really the only way? -Navigating sexual sin in dating relationships -How to fight temptation God's way AND SO MUCH MORE Helpful Resources: Dare To Be True by Madison Prewett Troutt: https://a.co/d/gdfpHX5 Stay True Website: https://www.staytruepodcast.com Stay True Merch: https://www.staytruepodcast.com/merch Thrive Causemetics: Go to thrivecausemetics.com/STAYTRUE for an exclusive offer of 20% off your first order. Liberty Healthshare: You can learn more at libertyhealthshare.org. GCU: Visit gcu.edu to learn more. Connect with Stay True! 💙 Instagram | @staytruepodcast 💙 TikTok | @staytrue_podcast 💙 Follow Madison | @madiprew

This week on Stay True Podcast, Madi sits down with pastor and bestselling author Kyle Idleman! Together, they unpack one of the most important questions every Christian has to answer: Are we following the real Jesus… or the version of Jesus we've created? In a culture that constantly reshapes Jesus into someone who fits our preferences, politics, emotions, and lifestyle, this conversation challenges us to return to the Jesus of Scripture. Madi and Pastor Kyle talk about why so many people want Jesus as Savior but not as Lord, how we've unintentionally turned Christianity into something we consume instead of a life we surrender, and what it actually costs to follow Christ. If you've ever wondered whether your faith has been shaped more by culture than by God's Word, this episode will leave you asking some hard, but life-changing questions. Be sure to stay you and stay true! Questions we answer in this episode: -Have we created a version of Jesus that looks more like us than Scripture? -Has culture quietly shaped the way you see Jesus? -Are you following Christ, or just consuming Christianity? -How can you tell if your faith is built on God's Word or personal preference? -Why did Jesus talk so much about surrender and sacrifice? -What does it actually cost to follow Jesus? AND SO MUCH MORE! Helpful Resources: The Missing Messiah by Kyle Idleman: https://a.co/d/0fkXt3yw Not a Fan by Kyle Idleman: https://a.co/d/07lOx8BB Dare To Be True by Madison Prewett Troutt: https://a.co/d/gdfpHX5 Stay True Website: https://www.staytruepodcast.com Stay True Merch: https://www.staytruepodcast.com/merch Brooklyn Bedding: Go to brooklynbedding.com and use my promo code STAYTRUE at checkout to get 30% off sitewide. Liberty Healthshare: Learn more at libertyhealthshare.org . Jiyu Skin: The Korean skincare brand everyone is talking about. Our listeners get 20% off their entire order by using code STAYTRUE at Jiyuskin.com #JiYu #ad GCU: Visit gcu.edu to learn more. Connect with Stay True! 💙 Instagram | @staytruepodcast 💙 TikTok | @staytrue_podcast 💙 Follow Madison | @madiprew 💙 Follow Kyle | @kyleidleman

In today's episode, Madi sits down with her new friend, Lily Meschi, who was born and raised in Iran in a Muslim family before moving to the United States. Together, they have an honest conversation about what life was really like for Lily growing up in Iran, the realities many women face behind closed doors, and the questions that ultimately led her to explore Christianity and surrender her life to Jesus. They also discuss the true cost of converting from Islam, why faith can be such a dangerous topic in certain parts of the world, and the difference between simply knowing about God and having a genuine relationship with Him. Madi and Lily also dive into the current tensions and conflict in the Middle East, address common misconceptions about the Iranian people, and explore how Christians can engage these conversations with both biblical truth and Christlike compassion. This is one of those conversations that will challenge your perspective, deepen your faith, and stay with you long after it ends. As always... be sure to stay you and stay true! Topics we dive into: -What is life really like in Iran today? -Why are so many people coming to faith in Jesus in Iran? -What does it truly cost someone to leave Islam? -How should Christians think about the conflict in the Middle East? -What does it mean to have a personal relationship with Jesus instead of simply knowing about God? Helpful Resources: More from Lily: https://iranalive.org/who-we-are/ Dare To Be True by Madison Prewett Troutt: https://a.co/d/gdfpHX5 Stay True Website: https://www.staytruepodcast.com Stay True Merch: https://www.staytruepodcast.com/merch Better Help: This show is sponsored by BetterHelp. Sign up and get 10% off at BetterHelp.com/STAYTRUE . Branch Basics: Get 15% off Branch Basics with the code STAYTRUE at https://branchbasics.com/STAYTRUE #branchbasicspod Liberty Healthshare: Learn more at libertyhealthshare.org . GCU: Visit gcu.edu to learn more. Connect with Stay True! 💙 Instagram | @staytruepodcast 💙 TikTok | @staytrue_podcast 💙 Follow Madison | @madiprew 💙 Follow Lily | @lily.m.ricci

This week on Stay True Podcast, Madi sits down with Jordan Rubin for a conversation that will challenge the way you think about healing, sickness, and the power of God's design for our lives. After surviving a life-threatening battle with illness, Jordan shares the biblical principles that transformed his health and the lessons he learned about faith, stewardship, and God's role in the healing process. Together, they tackle some of the biggest questions Christians are asking today… You don't want to miss it! Be sure to stay you and stay true! Topics we dive into: -Can the spiritual realm affect your physical health? -Is cancer demonic? -Is infertility connected to spiritual warfare? -What does the Bible actually say about fasting, healing, and caring for our bodies? -Hormones, stress, and nutrition -Stewarding your health God's way AND SO MUCH MORE! Helpful Resources: The Biblio Diet by Jordan Rubin: https://a.co/d/0dsAu0np Get Chapter 14 on Healing Leaves: https://www.jordanrubin.com/thebibliodiet Dare To Be True by Madison Prewett Troutt: https://a.co/d/gdfpHX5 Stay True Website: https://www.staytruepodcast.com Stay True Merch: https://www.staytruepodcast.com/merch Cure: Use code STAYTRUE for 20% off at curehydration.com — or find it on Amazon. Liberty Healthshare: Learn more at libertyhealthshare.org . GCU: Visit gcu.edu to learn more. Connect with Stay True! 💙 Instagram | @staytruepodcast 💙 TikTok | @staytrue_podcast 💙 Follow Madison | @madiprew 💙 Follow Jordan | @jordansrubin

In this episode, Madi walks through Romans 12:1–2 and unpacks what it truly means to offer your life as a living sacrifice to God. In a culture that constantly tells us to live for ourselves, Scripture calls us to something radically different: to surrender every part of our lives to the Lord and trust that His will is far better than our own. Together, we'll dive into what biblical surrender actually looks like, why transformation begins with the renewing of our minds, how to discern God's will for our lives, and why following Jesus requires daily sacrifice rather than occasional commitment. If you've ever wondered what God's will is or struggled to fully surrender your plans, desires, or future to Him, this episode is for you. My prayer is that this conversation would encourage you to lay your life before the Lord again, trust Him more deeply, and experience the transformation that only comes from living fully surrendered to Jesus. New episodes every Thursday at 7am EST 🤍

This week on Stay True Podcast, Madi sits down with returning guest Alex Seeley for a powerful conversation about the Holy Spirit, spiritual authority, and the guidance available to every believer. Alex unpacks why so many Christians are living without fully accessing the power, wisdom, and direction God has given them through the Holy Spirit. Together, Madi and Alex discuss what it looks like to build a real relationship with the Holy Spirit, learn to hear His voice, follow His leading, and walk in obedience. They also dive into some of the most asked questions surrounding the Holy Spirit, including speaking in tongues, healing, spiritual gifts, and the authority believers have through Christ. If you've ever wanted to better understand the Holy Spirit or grow deeper in your relationship with God, this episode will encourage, challenge, and equip you. As always... be sure to stay you and stay true! Topics we dive into: -Who is the Holy Spirit, and what is His role in our lives? -How do you hear God's voice? -How to walk in spiritual authority -Should I be speaking in tongues? -Are the gifts of the spirit for today? AND SO MUCH MORE! Helpful Resources: The Divine Counselor by Alex Seeley: https://a.co/d/0hzirXPD Dare To Be True by Madison Prewett Troutt: https://a.co/d/gdfpHX5 Stay True Website: https://www.staytruepodcast.com Stay True Merch: https://www.staytruepodcast.com/merch Upside: Download the FREE Upside App and use promo code STAYTRUE to get an extra 25 cents back for every gallon on your first tank of gas. Veracity: For up to 65% off your order, head to VeracityHealth.co and use code STAYTRUE. Liberty Healthshare: Learn more at libertyhealthshare.org . GCU: Visit gcu.edu to learn more. Connect with Stay True! 💙 Instagram | @staytruepodcast 💙 TikTok | @staytrue_podcast 💙 Follow Madison | @madiprew 💙 Follow Alex | @alexseeley

Have you ever felt spiritually stuck? Like you're doing all the right things but still feel disconnected from God? In this episode, Madi and Grant unpack one of Jesus' most powerful teachings in John 15: abiding. So often we focus on producing fruit, finding our purpose, or becoming the person God has called us to be, but Jesus points us to something deeper. Before fruitfulness comes connection. Before impact comes intimacy. Together, Madi and Grant discuss why so many Christians are exhausted from striving, what it actually means to remain in Christ, and how abiding is less about trying harder and more about staying close to Jesus. They talk about the subtle ways we drift from dependence on God, why pruning is a necessary part of growth, and how a vibrant relationship with Jesus transforms every area of our lives. Our prayer is that this episode would encourage you to slow down, draw near to Jesus, and experience the peace, joy, and fruit that come from remaining in Him. New episodes every Thursday at 7am EST 🤍

This week on Stay True Podcast, Madi sits down with Matt Chandler to explore the lifelong process of becoming more like Jesus. What happens after salvation? Why doesn't God instantly remove our struggles? And how is the Holy Spirit transforming us even when growth feels slow? Drawing from Scripture and the teachings of Jesus in the Beatitudes, Madi and Pastor Matt unpack how God transforms believers over time and what genuine spiritual growth actually looks like. They discuss the role of the Holy Spirit in shaping our character, why sanctification is both God's work and our cooperation, and how everyday moments become opportunities for God to make us more like Christ. If you've ever felt discouraged by your struggles, frustrated by slow growth, or wondered if you're truly changing, this conversation is a reminder that spiritual maturity isn't about perfection. It's about faithfully walking with Jesus and trusting Him to complete the work He started in you. Stay you and stay true! Topics we dive into: -Why am I still struggling with the same sins? -How do I know if I'm actually growing spiritually? -What is sanctification, and why does it feel so slow? -Can I be saved and still struggle? -How does the Holy Spirit actually change us? -What does it practically look like to become more like Jesus? AND SO MUCH MORE! Helpful Resources: Becoming Like Jesus by Matt Chandler: https://a.co/d/05SqgKQ7 Dare To Be True by Madison Prewett Troutt: https://a.co/d/gdfpHX5 Stay True Website: https://www.staytruepodcast.com Stay True Merch: https://www.staytruepodcast.com/merch Brooklyn Bedding: Go to brooklynbedding.com and use my promo code STAYTRUE at checkout to get 30% off sitewide. Liberty Healthshare: Learn more at libertyhealthshare.org . GCU: Visit gcu.edu to learn more. Connect with Stay True! 💙 Instagram | @staytruepodcast 💙 TikTok | @staytrue_podcast 💙 Follow Madison | @madiprew 💙 Follow Pastor Matt | @mattchandler74

In this episode, Grant dives into 2 Corinthians 10:3–5 and unpacks one of the greatest battles every believer faces: the battle of the mind. Our thoughts shape our emotions, influence our decisions, and ultimately impact the direction of our lives. But not every thought that enters our mind is from God, and Scripture calls us to take every thought captive and make it obedient to Christ. This conversation is a powerful reminder that spiritual warfare often begins in our thought life. Grant shares how the enemy often attacks through lies, strongholds, and distorted thinking, and how God's truth gives us the weapons to tear them down. He discusses practical ways to recognize unhealthy thought patterns, renew your mind through Scripture, and walk in the freedom that comes from aligning your thoughts with Christ. My prayer is that this episode would help you identify the lies you've been believing, replace them with God's truth, and experience the peace and victory that come from taking every thought captive. New episodes every Thursday at 7am EST 🤍

This week on Stay True Podcast, Leigha puts Madi in the hot seat for a candid Q&A covering some of the most requested, debated, and controversial topics from YOU. From conspiracy theories and social media to dating, modesty, and relationships, no question is off limits. Madi shares her thoughts on topics that Christians often disagree on, while pointing listeners back to Biblical wisdom, discernment, and conviction. Whether you've wondered how to navigate gray areas, wrestled with cultural expectations, or found yourself asking difficult questions about faith and everyday life, this conversation is packed with practical truth and honest perspective. Stay you and stay true! Topics we dive into: -How Christians should think about conspiracy theories -Can you post a bikini picture on Instagram? -What to do if your boyfriend doesn't love God as much as you do -How to navigate gray areas as a believer AND SO MUCH MORE Helpful Resources: Dare To Be True by Madison Prewett Troutt: https://a.co/d/gdfpHX5 Stay True Website: https://www.staytruepodcast.com Stay True Merch: https://www.staytruepodcast.com/merch Brooklyn Bedding: Go to brooklynbedding.com and use my promo code STAYTRUE at checkout to get 30% off sitewide. Liberty Healthshare: Learn more at libertyhealthshare.org . Branch Basics: Whether you're going all-in on safe cleaning swaps or just starting small, find Branch Basics at Target and Target.com today. #branchbasicspod #ad GCU: Visit gcu.edu to learn more. Connect with Stay True! 💙 Instagram | @staytruepodcast 💙 TikTok | @staytrue_podcast 💙 Follow Madison | @madiprew

In this episode, Madi dives into Psalm 34 and unpacks one of the most foundational truths of the Christian life: the fear of the Lord. What we fear most often reveals what we value most, and ultimately, what we worship most. The fear of the Lord isn't about being afraid of God; it's about revering Him above everything else. When we fear God rightly, we are freed from fearing man. This conversation is a powerful invitation to examine our hearts, surrender the idols of approval and control, and rediscover the freedom that comes from living in awe of who God is. My prayer is that this episode would help you grow in the fear of the Lord, trust Him more deeply, and find the courage to live boldly for an audience of One. New episodes every Thursday at 7am EST 🤍

This week on Stay True Podcast, Madi sits down with Hosanna Wong for a powerful conversation about identity, self-worth, and the freedom that comes from seeing yourself the way God sees you. In a world that constantly tells us to prove ourselves, perform for approval, and compare our lives to everyone else's, Madi and Hosanna dive deep into the battle for our identity, exposing the lies that keep us stuck in insecurity, striving, and comparison. They share practical ways to overcome a performance-based mindset, walk confidently in who God created you to be, and live from God's acceptance rather than for it. Whether you're struggling with self-doubt, constantly comparing yourself to others, or simply wanting to better understand your identity in Christ, this conversation will encourage you to stand firm in truth and embrace the person God uniquely designed you to be. Stay you and stay true! Topics we dive into: -How to overcome a performance-based mindset -What happens when our view of God becomes distorted? -Why your view of God impacts your view of yourself -Embracing the personality God uniquely gave you -The lies we believe about ourselves and God's truth that sets us free AND SO MUCH MORE Helpful Resources: Uncomplicate It: Permission to Enjoy God in Your Unique Way by Hosanna Wong: https://a.co/d/094mVEFc What God Says About You by Hosanna Wong: https://a.co/d/0hjRhdPc Dare To Be True by Madison Prewett Troutt: https://a.co/d/gdfpHX5 Stay True Website: https://www.staytruepodcast.com Stay True Merch: https://www.staytruepodcast.com/merch Upside: Download the FREE Upside App and use promo code STAYTRUE to get an extra $0.25 back for every gallon on your first tank of gas. BetterHelp: This show is brought to you by BetterHelp. Sign up and get 10% off at BetterHelp.com/STAYTRUE GCU: Visit gcu.edu to learn more. Laundry Sauce: Make laundry day the best day of the week! Get 20% off your entire order @LaundrySauce with code STAYTRUE at https://laundrysauce.com/STAYTRUE #laundrysaucepod Liberty Healthshare: Learn more at libertyhealthshare.org . Connect with Stay True! 💙 Instagram | @staytruepodcast 💙 TikTok | @staytrue_podcast 💙 Follow Madison | @madiprew 💙 Follow Hosanna | @hosanna.wong