You Become Who You Surround Yourself With

What does your circle actually look like? Who is your community? Candace and Madi talk about the loneliness of post-college life, navigating new seasons as a wife and mom, and share the real challenges of finding and keeping the right people around you. Candace and Madi open up about moments when the people they chose to spend time with led them in the wrong direction, and the friends who pointed them back toward Jesus. Madi shares a vulnerable story about a night that went sideways and what it taught her about the power of peer influence. Candace reflects on the crazy underground Hollywood party she and Val stumbled into, and the lifelong friend who sat her down and asked the question that changed her trajectory: 'How is your walk with God? They explore what it looks like to build community in every season, whether you are newly single after college, settling into marriage, raising littles, or starting fresh in a brand new city. Candace reminds listeners that online community counts, that technology makes it possible to have deep friendships across the miles, and that you are never too old to make new friends. (Her dad at 82 proves it in the most adorable story you will hear today. They close the episode by tackling a listener question about what to do when a close friend isn’t willing to forgive and make up. Their answer is full of grace, honesty, and hope for anyone carrying the weight of a broken relationship. Connect with Candace and Madison Candace on Instagram @candacecbure  Follow the Podcast on Instagram @candacecameronburepodcast  Follow the Podcast on TikTok @ccbpodcast Follow Madison Prewett Troutt on Instagram: @madiprew Website: https://www.madiprew.com/ YouTube:@madiprewett2381 Sponsors For This Episode Vanman https://vanman.shop/?discount=BURE - use code BURE for 15% off IFCJ ifcj.org GCU  https://gcu.edu MASA CHIPS https://www.masachips.com/ 316 Financial https://bank316.com/candace Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Candace and Madi sit down for a heartfelt conversation about purity culture and their personal experiences. From listener questions about managing work stress as a new mom to a candid discussion about what it really means to live a life of purity, this episode is a combo of vulnerability and practical wisdom. Madi opens up about her personal relationship journey during high school and college, sharing how her early mindset was rooted in fear and reputation rather than a genuine love for God. She reflects on how experiencing God's grace completely transformed the way she views purity, not as a list of rules, but as a beautiful gift that leads to more of God's presence and a life of real freedom. She shares openly about past struggles with pornography, and how confession and accountability were key to walking in freedom. Candace brings her own perspective as someone nearly 30 years into marriage, broadening the conversation beyond sexual purity to include thinking more carefully about the way we talk and think. Candace and Madi tackle the hard questions: how to have a healthy sexual relationship in marriage, how to deal with public scrutiny, and what practical steps someone can take if they want to commit or recommit to a life of purity today. Whether you are single, dating, engaged, or married, this episode is for you! It is a reminder that shame doesn’t get the last word for anybody. Connect with Candace and Madison Candace on Instagram @candacecbure  Follow the Podcast on Instagram @candacecameronburepodcast  Follow the Podcast on TikTok @ccbpodcast Follow Madison Prewett Troutt on Instagram: @madiprew Website: https://www.madiprew.com/ YouTube:@madiprewett2381 Sponsors For This Episode IFCJ ifcj.org GCU  https://gcu.edu NOCD  nocd.com MASA CHIPS https://www.masachips.com/ 316 Financial https://bank316.com/candace Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What does a vibrant prayer life really look like? In this episode, Madi Prewett Troutt sits down with Candace to talk about one of the most powerful yet often intimidating aspects of faith: prayer. Fresh from a Unite event where thousands of college students gathered for worship and baptisms, Madi shares her journey from feeling awkward praying for an hour to craving even more time with God. This conversation gets real about the practical side of prayer—how to start when you don't know what to say, why it sometimes feels like you're talking to an empty room, and what to do when life gets so busy that prayer becomes an afterthought. Candace and Madi both vulnerably share where they are in their own prayer journeys, offering encouragement that prayer isn't about having perfect words or the right formula. Whether you're recommitting to prayer after a season of drifting, navigating the challenges of a new life stage, or feeling spiritually attacked when you're pursuing God most faithfully, this episode will meet you right where you are. You'll walk away with actionable steps to deepen your connection with God and a fresh perspective on why prayer is worth prioritizing, even when it feels hard. If you've ever wondered how to make prayer less intimidating and more intimate, or if you're ready to move from discipline to delight in your time with God, this conversation is for you. Connect with Candace and Madison Candace on Instagram @candacecbure  Follow the Podcast on Instagram @candacecameronburepodcast  Follow the Podcast on TikTok @ccbpodcast Follow Madison Prewett Troutt on Instagram: @madiprew Website: https://www.madiprew.com/ YouTube:@madiprewett2381 Sponsors For This Episode GCU https://gcu.edu IFCJ ifcj.org Vanman https://vanman.shop/?discount=BURE - use code BURE for 15% off 316 Financial https://bank316.com/candace Lovebird lovebirdfoods.com/bure - use code BURE for 25% off Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When it comes to talking about eternity, heaven, and hell, the conversation can feel uncomfortable. But what if avoiding the truth is actually the most unloving thing we could do? In this powerful episode, Candace and Madi dive into one of the most important topics they've covered all season: eternity and what happens after this life ends. Madi shares a relatable story about missing a flight and how it perfectly illustrates her understanding of eternity. Together, they explore why talking about heaven is the most loving thing believers can do, how to have those conversations with friends and family, and what makes heaven so much more than just floating around with wings. They tackle tough questions like "Would a good God send people to hell?" and "How do we avoid getting too comfortable in this temporary life?" Plus, they answer listener questions about waiting for marriage, reading the Bible without feeling overwhelmed, and finding God again after trauma. This conversation is honest, grace-filled, and full of hope. Whether eternity feels like a mystery or something that keeps you up at night, this episode will encourage you to live with eternal perspective and share the truth in love. Connect with Candace and Madison Candace on Instagram @candacecbure  Follow the Podcast on Instagram @candacecameronburepodcast  Follow the Podcast on TikTok @ccbpodcast Follow Madison Prewett Troutt on Instagram: @madiprew Website: https://www.madiprew.com/ YouTube:@madiprewett2381 Sponsors For This Episode MASA Chips https://www.masachips.com/ IFCJ ifcj.org GCU https://gcu.edu 316 Financial https://bank316.com/candace NOCD nocd.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Connect with Candace and Madison Candace on Instagram @candacecbure  Follow the Podcast on Instagram @candacecameronburepodcast  Follow the Podcast on TikTok @ccbpodcast Follow Madison Prewett Troutt on Instagram: @madiprew Website: https://www.madiprew.com/ YouTube:@madiprewett2381 Sponsors For This Episode MASA Chips https://www.masachips.com/ IFCJ ifcj.org GCU https://gcu.edu 316 Financial https://bank316.com/candace NOCD nocd.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What happens when shame stops being about what you did and starts defining who you think you are? In Episode 6 of The Candace Cameron Bure Podcast, Candace and Madi continue their most vulnerable conversation yet, unpacking how shame forms, why it thrives in secrecy, and how confession becomes the doorway to freedom. They share personal stories, answer listener questions, and point listeners back to Scripture, reminding us that conviction draws us closer to God, while shame pushes us into hiding. Download the Dare to Be True guide at candace.com Join the Together Community at candace.com/together Connect with Candace and Madison Candace on Instagram @candacecbure  Follow the Podcast on Instagram @candacecameronburepodcast  Follow the Podcast on TikTok @ccbpodcast Follow Madison Prewett Troutt on Instagram: @madiprew Website: https://www.madiprew.com/ YouTube:@madiprewett2381 Sponsors For This Episode MASA Chips masachips.com/bure for 25% off with code BURE IFCJ ifcj.org GCU https://gcu.edu 316 Financial https://bank316.com/candace Solo Mio https://angel.com/candace. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Why can’t you get past the patterns and habits that seem to hold you back—even when you love God and want to grow? In this episode, Candace and Madi talk honestly about the small, unconfessed compromises that shape a life over time. They unpack why sin rarely starts big, the difference between falling into sin and choosing to live in it, and why the fear of the Lord is rooted in reverence, not distance. Madi shares a powerful story about double red flags at the beach and a lifeguard pleading with people to get out of the water - not to ruin their fun, but to save their lives. Candace adds practical wisdom about daily surrender, prayer, Scripture, and learning to say “no” when it matters most. They also respond to listener questions about prayer and marriage: • Sheila: “Can you talk to God like he’s your best friend, or is that disrespectful?” • Rita: Advice for a couple who are new to their faith and preparing for marriage Connect with Candace and Madison Candace on Instagram @candacecbure  Follow the Podcast on Instagram @candacecameronburepodcast  Follow the Podcast on TikTok @ccbpodcast Follow Madison Prewett Troutt on Instagram: @madiprew Website: https://www.madiprew.com/ YouTube:@madiprewett2381 Sponsors For This Episode 316 Financial https://bank316.com/candace IFCJ ifcj.org GCU https://gcu.edu WeShare https://eshare.org/candace Solo Mio https://angel.com/candace NOCD ⁠⁠nocd.com⁠ If you're struggling with OCD or unrelenting intrusive thoughts, NOCD can help. Book a free15 minute call to get started: https://learn.nocd.com/candace Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What happens when your identity feels shaky—when approval, comparison, insecurity, or success starts to define who you are? In this episode, Candace sits down with Madi for a meaningful conversation about identity and the question at the center of so many struggles: What is most true about who you are?   Madi shares the story behind UNITE, the student movement that began with her mom’s heartbreak over what college students were carrying in silence, and her decision to pray, walk the Auburn campus, and trust God with what felt impossible. What started as a simple act of obedience became an “only God” story: thousands gathering, spontaneous baptisms, and a ripple effect that spread to campuses hungry for hope. From there, the conversation turns deeply personal and practical. Candace and Madi respond to Jessie’s listener question about staying polite when your social battery is drained, offering a reframing of boundaries as kindness: honesty, clarity, and love. Madi shares a startling story from the first night of her marriage: a scammer stole some credit card info… yikes!  Together, they unpack what it actually means to “find your identity in Christ,” starting in Genesis with the image of God, and using a memorable analogy: the moon doesn’t create light, it reflects it. They also talk candidly about how easy it is to root identity in work, validation, and recognition. Candace shares a defining moment from her early adulthood that revealed how much worth she had unknowingly attached to being “somebody,” and how discovering herself as a child of God changed everything, including how she approached acting, platform, and success. This episode closes with a listener question from Christina, who shares deep insecurity and self-loathing about the way she looks. Candace responds with compassion and scripture, reminding her that feelings may be real, but that God’s truth is steady. If you’ve ever wondered who you are beneath the roles you play, or felt pulled into people-pleasing, comparison, or shame, this episode is a grounding reminder: identity rooted in Jesus is unshakable.  For more encouragement, grab the free Dare To Be True guide at candace.com, where you’ll also find a link to Madi’s book, Dare To Be True. Have a question about something going on in your life? Click the Got Questions button at candace.com.   To be part of the private podcast chat, become a member at candace.com/together.  Connect with Candace and Madison Candace on Instagram @candacecbure  Follow the Podcast on Instagram @candacecameronburepodcast  Follow the Podcast on TikTok @ccbpodcast Follow Madison Prewett Troutt on Instagram: @madiprew Website: https://www.madiprew.com/ YouTube:@madiprewett2381 Sponsors For This Episode GCU https://gcu.edu WeShare https://eshare.org/candace Solo Mio https://angel.com/candace. 316 Financial https://bank316.com/candace Vanman https://vanman.shop/?discount=BURE - use code BURE for 15% off Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What happens when you’re trying to follow Jesus, but the world keeps redefining what’s “true”and you’re not even sure what to trust anymore? In this episode, Candace sits down with Madi Prewett Troutt for a conversation about truth that doesn’t shift, freedom that doesn’t fade, and why Jesus isn’t just a good teacher. Candace and Madi unpack how culture sells “your truth” as freedom, but often delivers confusion and bondage instead. They talk about discernment in a time when deception feels everywhere (even online), and they bring it back to Scripture: when you find Jesus, you find truth, and when you find truth, you find freedom. They also answer two powerful listener questions: one from a mom navigating a middle- schooler who doesn’t want church anymore, and one from a Christian college student who feels like she’s not “Christian enough.” With honesty and grace, Candace and Madi remind listeners that salvation is a gift, not something earned, and that truth is found in Jesus. Connect with Candace and Madison Candace on Instagram @candacecbure  Follow the Podcast on Instagram @candacecameronburepodcast  Follow the Podcast on TikTok @ccbpodcast Follow Madison Prewett Troutt on Instagram: @madiprew Website: https://www.madiprew.com/ YouTube:@madiprewett2381 Sponsors For This Episode GCU gcu.edu NOCD nocd.com WeShare weshare.org/candace Solo Mio angel.com/candace. 316 Financial bank316.com/candace Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Can the lies we believe quietly shape the direction of our lives? In this episode of The Candace Cameron Bure Podcast, Candace and her co-host Madison Prewett Trout open with a listener question about dating in your mid-30s—and quickly uncover a deeper conversation about identity, honesty, and spiritual freedom. From navigating singleness without shame to recognizing the subtle lies that keep us feeling stuck, Candace and Madi explore how the enemy works—not creatively, but consistently—running the same playbook again and again. Madi shares a powerful personal story about an unseen gas leak in her home that became a metaphor for the hidden beliefs slowly draining our spiritual health. Candace reflects on seasons of feeling stuck in marriage, family life, and faith, and why honesty is often the first step toward healing. Together, they unpack the three original lies from Genesis that still surface today: questioning God’s truth, minimizing sin, and believing we can find life apart from Him. This episode offers practical wisdom for identifying lies, replacing them with truth, and inviting trusted community into the process—so we can move forward in freedom. The conversation wraps with a listener question about staying spiritually grounded while training for a fitness competition, reminding us that our worth is never tied to performance, appearance, or achievement—but to who we are in Christ. Call to ActionDownload the free Dare To Be True Guide, created to accompany Madi’s book Dare To Be True, at Candace.com.Have a question you’d like Candace to answer? Visit Candace.com and click “Got Questions.”Join the Together Community private podcast chat at Candace.com/together. Connect with Candace and Madi Candace on Instagram @candacecbure  Follow the Podcast on Instagram @candacecameronburepodcast  Follow the Podcast on TikTok @ccbpodcast Follow Madison Prewett Troutt on Instagram: @madiprew Website: https://www.madiprew.com/ YouTube:@madiprewett2381 Sponsors For This Episode WeShare weshare.org/candace GCU gcu.ed QAVA QAVA.tv/Candace Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices