{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"The Sin That\u2019s Killing Us with John Elmore","description":"Welcome back to the Dare to be True Series on Stay True Podcast! Today, Madi is joined by John Elmore, Teaching Pastor at Harris Creek Baptist Church and author of \u201cFreedom Starts Today\u201d. This conversation is all about the seriousness of sin: why it matters, how it impacts our relationship with God, and the hope we have in Christ to be set free. John unpacks the subtle ways we can minimize or justify sin and points us back to God\u2019s holiness, grace, and forgiveness. Together, Madi and John talk honestly about confession, repentance, and the freedom that only comes when we stop hiding and start walking in the light.  Whether you\u2019ve been battling secret struggles, stuck in cycles you can\u2019t break, or just need a reminder of the weight of sin and the even greater power of grace, this episode will encourage you to take sin seriously and take Jesus at His word.  Stay you and stay true!  Questions\/topics discussed and answered: \u2022 How do you break an addiction? \u2022 What is the cycle of sin? \u2022 What role does confession and repentance play in true freedom? \u2022 How does the gospel free us from shame and guilt? \u2022 Why understanding the seriousness of sin deepens our love for Jesus  Helpful Resources: Stay True Live Tour Tickets:&amp;nbsp;https:\/\/www.itickets.com\/events\/484066  Dare To Be True: Defeat The Lies That Bind You and Live Out The Truth That Frees You by Madison Prewett Troutt:&amp;nbsp;https:\/\/a.co\/d\/gdfpHX5  Freedom Starts Today by John Elmore: https:\/\/a.co\/d\/cChUQSb  Stay True Website:&amp;nbsp;https:\/\/www.staytruepodcast.com  Stay True Merch:&amp;nbsp;https:\/\/www.staytruepodcast.com\/merch  BetterHelp: This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at&amp;nbsp;betterhelp.com\/STAYTRUE&amp;nbsp;and get on your way to being your best self!  Nimi Skincare: Use code MADI10 for 10% off at&amp;nbsp;NimiSkincare.com&amp;nbsp;(nimiskincare.com)  Boll and Branch: Boll and Branch: Get 15% off plus free shipping on your first set of sheets at&amp;nbsp;BollAndBranch.com\/STAYTRUE  Connect with Stay True! \ud83d\udc99 Instagram | @staytruepodcast \ud83d\udc99 TikTok | @staytrue_podcast \ud83d\udc99 Follow Madison | @madiprew \ud83d\udc99 Follow John | @john_a_elmore ","author_name":"Stay True with Madison Prewett Troutt","author_url":"https:\/\/sites.libsyn.com\/573665","html":"<iframe title=\"Libsyn Player\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"\/\/html5-player.libsyn.com\/embed\/episode\/id\/38032015\/height\/90\/theme\/custom\/thumbnail\/yes\/direction\/forward\/render-playlist\/no\/custom-color\/88AA3C\/\" height=\"90\" width=\"600\" scrolling=\"no\"  allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen><\/iframe>","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/assets.libsyn.com\/secure\/item\/38032015"}