Stop Playing It Safe: The Kind of Faith Hebrews 11 Calls Us To

SURPRISE 🕊️ Stay True in the Word is here… and it's just the beginning. We are officially adding a second episode every week (!!) and this one is a little different. While Mondays are filled with powerful conversations with amazing guests, these Thursday episodes are your space to slow down, open the Word, and sit with Jesus. These episodes are packed with Scripture, reflection, prayer, and a reset for your heart. And today… we're starting at the foundation. In this very first episode, Madi dives into Matthew 5:3-10, the Beatitudes, and uncovers what it really means to live in the "upside-down Kingdom." A Kingdom where the blessed don't look like the world says they should. A Kingdom that starts not with what we do, but who we are. We're talking about: -What it means to be poor in spirit and fully dependent on God -A holy grief over sin that leads to transformation -Strength under control through meekness -A deep hunger for what actually satisfies -Living with mercy, purity, and peace in a culture that resists it -And what it looks like to stay faithful—even when it costs you These aren't just verses to read… they are the character of Kingdom citizens. This episode is an invitation to come back to what's true. To realign your heart. To be filled again. My prayer is that this becomes your weekly space to be grounded, encouraged, and drawn closer to God. New episodes every Thursday at 7am EST 🤍

Welcome back to SEASON 3 of Stay True Podcast! This week, Madi dives into the kind of bold, unshakable faith Hebrews 11 calls us to and why playing it safe might be holding you back from the life God has for you. Through biblical truth and practical encouragement, Madi unpacks what faith really looks like: not just belief, but action. From letting go of sin and the weights that slow you down, to walking in boldness and obedience, this episode is a call to stop living for comfort and start living with eternity in mind. If you've been feeling stuck, stagnant, or unsure of your next step, this conversation will challenge you to trust God more deeply and step into the life He's calling you to. As always… be sure to stay you and stay true!   Questions/topics discussed and answered: • What does real, Hebrews 11 kind of faith actually look like in everyday life? • Are you playing it safe, and could that be holding you back from God's best? • What "weights" or hidden sins might be quietly slowing you down? • Are you living for the world… or with eternity in mind? • What would it look like to step into boldness and fully use what God's given you? 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 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.  Delight: College Women, to start a Delight chapter on your campus or to learn more information visit: www.delightministries.com/startadelight Grand Canyon University: Visit gcu.edu to learn more. Better Help: This show is brought to you by BetterHelp. Sign up and get 10% off at BetterHelp.com/STAYTRUE   Connect with Stay True! 💙 Instagram | @staytruepodcast 💙 TikTok | @staytrue_podcast 💙 Follow Madison | @madiprew

Welcome back to another episode of Stay True Podcast! This week, Madi is joined by one of her closest friends, Erica Hardesty, for a conversation that is hilarious, heartfelt, and eye-opening. For the first time, Erica shares her behind-the-scenes perspective of Madi's journey on The Bachelor… including stories and moments that have never been shared before. From watching everything unfold in real time to supporting Madi through the highs, challenges, and public attention that came with it, Erica gives listeners a unique look at what that season was really like from the perspective of someone who knew Madi long before the cameras. But this conversation goes far beyond reality TV. Erica also opens up about something deeply close to her heart: the foster care crisis and the work she's doing through her nonprofit, Make It Matter, which supports young adults aging out of the foster care system. Together, Madi and Erica talk about the realities many of these young people face and how we can all play a role in bringing hope and practical support.   Questions/topics discussed and answered: -What it's really like to experience The Bachelor from the outside -How friends can support and encourage you through high-pressure experiences -Balancing public attention with staying true to yourself -Navigating friendship, trust, and loyalty in unexpected seasons -The challenges young adults face when aging out of foster care -Practical ways you can get involved and make a difference   Helpful Resources: Make It Matter: The Collective: www.makeitmattercollective.com Noella's Flowers: https://www.noellasflowers.com/ 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 Pique Life: Secure 20% off your order and begin your intentional wellness journey today at Piquelife.com/staytrue Home Chef: Go to homechef.com/staytrue for 50% off your first box and free dessert for life! Glorify: Get full access all year for just $29.99 at glorify/app.com/STAYTRUE Grand Canyon University: Visit gcu.edu to learn more.   Connect with Stay True! 💙 Instagram | @staytruepodcast 💙 TikTok | @staytrue_podcast 💙 Follow Madison | @madiprew 💙 Follow Erica | @ericanhardesty 💙 Follow Make It Matter | @makeitmattercollective 💙 Follow Noella's Flowers | @noellasflowers

Welcome back to another episode of Stay True Podcast! This week, Madi and Grant sit down with their pastor, Noah Herrin from Way Church, for a conversation about Biblical masculinity, relationships, and what it truly looks like to live as a godly man in today's culture. They discuss the difference between what culture says about manhood and what Scripture teaches. Noah shares wisdom on what it means for men to lead with humility, courage, and responsibility, and how pursuing Jesus shapes the way a man leads in relationships, marriage, and everyday life. They also dive into what it looks like for women to trust and allow a man to lead in a healthy, biblical way, how to wait well for a godly man, and how to recognize character that reflects Christ. Always remember to stay you and stay true.   Questions/topics discussed and answered: -What the Bible says about manhood vs. what culture says -What it really means for a man to lead -How men can grow into godly leadership and character -What it looks like for women to let a man lead in a healthy way -How to wait for a godly man -How to recognize godly character in relationships   Helpful Resources: Welcome to Manhood: Moving from Potential to Purpose by Noah Herrin: https://a.co/d/09jAu9rp 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 BEAM: Visit https://shopbeam.com/STAYTRUE and use code STAYTRUE to get our exclusive discount of up to 35% off. Delight: College Women, to start a Delight chapter on your campus or to learn more information visit: www.delightministries.com/startadelight   Connect with Stay True! 💙 Instagram | @staytruepodcast 💙 TikTok | @staytrue_podcast 💙 Follow Madison | @madiprew 💙 Follow Pastor Noah Herrin | @noahherrin

This week on Stay True Podcast, Madi sits down with former Bachelor Ben Higgins and his wife and esthetician, Jess Higgins, for a deeply honest conversation about loneliness, depression, anxiety, and the hope of real connection. Ben opens up about what it's like to feel alone even when you're surrounded by people, and how things started to change when he chose vulnerability over pretending. Jess shares about her postpartum journey and the isolation that can sneak in during seasons that are "supposed" to be joyful. Together, they talk about how shame loses its power when we bring our struggles into the light. If you've ever felt alone in a crowded room, struggled silently, or wondered how to find people who truly see you, this episode is your reminder: you are not the only one. There is hope, there is help, and there is a community ready to surround you with love.   Always remember to stay you and stay true.   Topics we dive into: The hidden reasons we can feel alone… even in a crowded room The scary first step that actually unlocks real connection Why would a Christian go on The Bachelor? The unexpected way serving others can pull you out of your own spiral How opening up about your pain can become the bridge to real community AND SO MUCH MORE!   Helpful Resources: Alone in Plain Sight by Ben Higgins: https://a.co/d/07jHlEFq Higgy Skin: https://higgyskin.com/ 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 Branch Basics: Get 15% off Branch Basics with the code STAYTRUE at https://branchbasics.com/STAYTRUE #branchbasicspod Better Help: This show is brought to you by BetterHelp. Sign up and get 10% off at BetterHelp.com/STAYTRUE 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.   Connect with Stay True! 💙 Instagram | @staytruepodcast 💙 TikTok | @staytrue_podcast 💙 Follow Madison | @madiprew 💙 Follow Ben | @higgins.ben 💙 Follow Jess | @jessclarke_

Welcome back to another episode of Stay True Podcast! Grant and Madi are back for part 2 of last week's episode, answering the questions guys are often thinking… but rarely saying out loud. From dating "icks" and first-date letdowns to breakups, boundaries, and relationships, Grant gives an honest look into how guys actually think and process emotions. They discuss how men handle breakups, how to tell if someone is interested or just being kind, what makes a woman feel safe in a relationship, and how to navigate exes with wisdom rather than emotion. The conversation also gets deeper… covering what it really means to be equally yoked, when and how to share your past, the nerves and honor of asking a father for his daughter's hand in marriage, and how to keep praying without losing hope. Always remember to stay you and stay true.   Questions/topics discussed and answered: • What gives a guy the "ick"? • How to let someone down kindly after a first date • How guys actually process breakups • What being equally yoked really means • When and how to share your past • How to tell if a girl is interested or just being nice • What makes a woman feel safe in a relationship   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 Delight Ministries: College Women, to start a Delight chapter on your campus or to learn more information visit: www.delightministries.com/startadelight Home Chef: Go to homechef.com/staytrue for 50% off your first box and free dessert for life! IQ Bar: Text TRUE to 64000 to get 20% off all IQBAR products, plus FREE shipping.   Connect with Stay True! 💙 Instagram | @staytruepodcast 💙 TikTok | @staytrue_podcast 💙 Follow Madison | @madiprew

Welcome back to another episode of Stay True Podcast! This week, Madi is joined by her husband, Grant Troutt, for an honest and refreshing conversation that answers the questions girls are often too afraid to ask men. From dating and relationships to marriage, faith, and emotional health, Grant shares wisdom, perspective, and biblical truth on topics rarely discussed openly. Together, they unpack what's really going through a guy's mind when he likes a girl, common dealbreakers and "icks," what confidence looks like from a guy's point of view, and Madi and Grant's dating journey. You won't want to miss this episode!   Always stay you and stay true! :)   Questions/topics discussed and answered: -Dating dynamics, confidence, and boundaries from a guy's perspective -Why do guys not lead with clarity? -What do you talk about on a first date? -What takes a guy so long to make the first move? -What are some non-physical qualities that guys like? 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 Delight Ministries: College Women, to start a Delight chapter on your campus or to learn more information visit:  www.delightministries.com/startadelight Nota: Download Nota today. It's available now in the App Store or visit Mynota.io for more info! Glorify: Get full access all year for just $29.99 at glorify/app.com/STAYTRUE   Connect with Stay True! 💙 Instagram | @staytruepodcast 💙 TikTok | @staytrue_podcast 💙 Follow Madison | @madiprew

Welcome back to another episode of Stay True Podcast! This week, Madi sits down with author, podcast host, speaker, dear friend, and cousin, Christian Bevere. Together, they explore how to pray with intention, faith, and clarity for your future husband and how that prayer shapes you in the waiting season. Christian brings wisdom on how to approach prayer not as a wishlist, but as a transformative practice that aligns your desires with God's heart and timing. They talk about what Scripture teaches about praying for future relationships, how to release control while holding onto hope, and how to grow in character, purpose, and spiritual maturity as you trust God with what's ahead. Whether you're single, dating, or believing God for the future, this episode encourages you to lean into prayer with confidence and expectation, knowing God is shaping your story long before the next chapter unfolds.   Always remember to stay you and stay true.   Questions/topics discussed and answered: • What Scripture says about praying for your future spouse • How to pray with faith, clarity, and surrender • How to trust God's timing without losing hope • What to pray for in yourself while you wait • AND SO MUCH MORE!   Helpful Resources: Future Husband, Present Prayers by Christian Bevere: https://a.co/d/07RMTmb2 Dear Future Husband Prayer Journal by Christian Bevere: https://a.co/d/09GwxJVG 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 BEAM: Visit https://shopbeam.com/STAYTRUE and use code STAYTRUE to get our exclusive discount of up to 35% off. Pique Life: Secure 20% off your order and begin your intentional wellness journey today at piquelife.com/staytrue. IQ Bar: Text TRUE to 64000 to get 20% off all IQBAR products, plus FREE shipping.   Connect with Stay True! 💙 Instagram | @staytruepodcast 💙 TikTok | @staytrue_podcast 💙 Follow Madison | @madiprew 💙 Follow Christian | @mrschristianbevere    

Welcome back to another episode of Stay True Podcast! This week, Madi sits down with Shawn and Jill Johnson, Senior Pastors of Red Rocks Church, for a vulnerable conversation about anxiety, mental health, marriage, and how faith shapes the way we walk through life's hardest seasons. Shawn and Jill share what it truly looks like to face anxiety with courage, lean into God together as a couple, and find support and strength in both community and scripture. This episode doesn't shy away from the real questions many of us are too afraid to voice, especially when it comes to marriage, vulnerability, and mental health. Whether you're personally walking through anxiety, supporting someone who is, or simply seeking grace and truth in the midst of struggle, this conversation will leave you encouraged, seen, and reminded that you're not alone.   Always remember to stay you and stay true.   Questions/topics discussed and answered: • What anxiety really looks like in everyday life and in marriage • How Shawn and Jill navigate mental health together as partners and pastors • Where faith and mental health intersect… and where they don't • Breaking the stigma around anxiety in the Church • Practical tools for walking through anxiety with hope and support • How to invite God into the hard moments without shame AND SO MUCH MORE!   Helpful Resources: Kiss the Fire by Pastor Shawn Johnson: https://a.co/d/6Mzqff3 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. BetterHelp: Sign up and get 10% off at BetterHelp.com/STAYTRUE   Connect with Stay True! 💙 Instagram | @staytruepodcast 💙 TikTok | @staytrue_podcast 💙 Follow Madison | @madiprew 💙 Follow Pastor Shawn Johnson | @shawnjohnsonrrc 💙 Follow Jill Johnson | @jilljohnson03

Welcome back to another episode of Stay True Podcast! This week, Madi sits down with Pastor Lyle Phillips of Legacy Nashville for an honest and timely conversation about the local Church, community, and what happens when believers stop gathering together. Together, they unpack why the Church still matters, how isolation can quietly impact our faith, and what God's design for community truly looks like. This is your reminder that transformation is possible through Jesus and that people were never meant to walk this journey alone. Whether you've felt hurt by the church, disconnected from community, or unsure where you belong, this episode offers truth, hope, and a fresh invitation to rediscover the beauty of biblical community. Always remember to stay you and stay true.   Questions/topics discussed and answered: • Why the Church matters in the life of a believer • What happens spiritually when Christians stop gathering • Common reasons people disengage from church • God's design for community, identity, and belonging • How to re-engage with church after hurt • What it looks like to live out faith together, not alone 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   Connect with Stay True! 💙 Instagram | @staytruepodcast 💙 TikTok | @staytrue_podcast 💙 Follow Madi | @madiprew 💙 Follow Pastor Lyle Phillips | @lylebphillips