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 "Freedom Starts Today". 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's 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've been battling secret struggles, stuck in cycles you can't 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: • How do you break an addiction? • What is the cycle of sin? • What role does confession and repentance play in true freedom? • How does the gospel free us from shame and guilt? • Why understanding the seriousness of sin deepens our love for Jesus Helpful Resources: Stay True Live Tour Tickets: 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: https://a.co/d/gdfpHX5 Freedom Starts Today by John Elmore: https://a.co/d/cChUQSb Stay True Website: https://www.staytruepodcast.com Stay True Merch: https://www.staytruepodcast.com/merch BetterHelp: This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/STAYTRUE and get on your way to being your best self! Nimi Skincare: Use code MADI10 for 10% off at NimiSkincare.com (nimiskincare.com) Boll and Branch: Boll and Branch: Get 15% off plus free shipping on your first set of sheets at BollAndBranch.com/STAYTRUE Connect with Stay True! 💙 Instagram | @staytruepodcast 💙 TikTok | @staytrue_podcast 💙 Follow Madison | @madiprew 💙 Follow John | @john_a_elmore