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Sit down for a conversation with Madison and Grant Troutt for a conversation on surviving and thriving in the early days of marriage. We're talking about their stories, their love story, and the power of beginning marriage with a foundation built on Christ.
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Levi: @levilusko
Jennie: @jennielusko
Fresh Life Church: @freshlife
Madi: @madiprew
Grant: @grant_troutt
Madi's Book: www.madiprew.com
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[@gregcolin9488]

Being a Christian doesn't mean that you are not going to suffer but it's the key to true fulfilment in this life. Such a great testimony and conversation. God is so good!

[@godlyvegan6688]

My daughter had a very similar thing. She got radically saved. WOW. GODBLESS YOU GUYS I SENT THIS TO HER AND MY SON. HE WAS SO SIMILIAR TO MY DAUGHTERS SALVATION.

[@heidirobinson3352]

So now he's a Pastor at Harris Creek Baptist Church in Waco. He does sound rehearsed at times.

[@ThatCampingCouple]

Loved this episode, Luskos!!! What a sweet couple. Praise God for bringing them together. Thanks for the hard work that goes into these podcasts!

[@pinknotebook]

Thanks for sharing your testimony Grant!!🙌🙌🙌

[@miriamgreene1230]

Absolutely loved it, Madi definitely gave me the courage in my convictions❣️

[@taniaobregon1048]

What a beautiful love story! The love of Jesus is seen and felt through you all!! ❤great job guys! Don’t listen to the haters… keep that spark alive!!!

[@cassjoyberry]

This one is great!! Thanks guys ❤️

[@lola7037]

Thanks for sharing! May this bless newlyweds. Keep submitting to one another in the fear of the Lord. 🤍

[@reneegraber]

Beautiful conversation 💞

[@Younessapaulina]

Beautiful couple powerful testimonies. I love how God is in the details and you can see this with them 🙏 continue to be the light in this world

[@NolanCito]

“Pull over and pray for drake” was not on my Cringe Bingo card but here we are

[@jessicaroundy6485]

I can feel the passion and love of God!! I’m thankful for y’all’s courage to praise God publicly…. Nobody but Him knows all the hardship included in that. Thank you for your willingness to do it in the face of all of that! As someone who struggles with anxiety, I thank you even more because I don’t know if I could do it! Love you Madison & Grant! (And you hosts as well!!)

[@ashleymarie3058]

What a beautiful story! I am so inspired by the transparency and realness. Thank you for being bright lights in this dark world!

[@alyceeliza7467]

Purity culture DOES try to shame people. Reassess. Rarely does it NOT shame despite the intention.

[@mistyharris7463]

I already pre-ordered Madi's book. It comes out in September 2023!

[@meganRuthdenbeste33]

Power couples!!!! Levi and Jenny and then Madi and Grant ❤❤ Jesus following power couples- but in all seriousness, Grant your testimony is so powerful to reach so many! Keep preaching, keep teaching and Madi you know I just think you are a queen! Beloved daughter of the most high! Let’s go so thankful for this series

[@alyceeliza7467]

Why was it important for us to know the man that asked him to Bible study was Chinese???👀👀✋🏻🥵

[@asiimwen.5027]

Susss 🫣

[@leshaexoxo4426]

This guy is PASSIONATE! Sheesh!! Especially from where he came from. Madi, good job girl. Beautiful powerful couple.

[@francinesanchez5402]

Aww. I think they are doing a good job being authentic. Marriage isn’t always that hard. But….. they have been going through most of life’s most stressful situations and this may be their journey. That’s ok. Learning to be vulnerable is tough, but worth it. It sounds like they have a lot to figure out. But, I appreciate them putting it all out there. Keep up with the therapy. Throw away the should’s of life and focus on your relationship with yourselves, each other and God. Don’t be afraid to say no to things. You guys are enough just being yourselves. And ask for help if needed. If you haven’t read the book Boundaries by Cloud and Townsend, it’s a go to in new relationships.

[@audreystacey7150]

Grant intercepts the attention and conversation from Madi very frequently and I looks like it makes her stressed. No hate to her that would stress me out too.

[@audreystacey7150]

Saying “mmh” multiple times to que her to wrap it up, Cuts her off- “mmno doubt” cuts her off “one thing I wanna add to that real quick… [story about himself in the middle of her story about her self] “ Concerning.

[@karliroberts9337]

@@audreystacey7150 I used to do that, and I am working so hard on not doing that because it bugs the hell out of my husband. It is rude and I hate that I do it.

[@madison4247]

Glad I’m not the only one that noticed this

[@magnolia7321]

He is just excited! Give him a break!

[@h149x8]

Love this! Madi and Grant are the best ❤ such a power couple for the Lord

[@mistyharris7463]

I would recommend listening to Jeanine Amapola's podcast with Madi before the wedding and you get a glimpse of how strong & kind Madi is and she talks about what Grant brings into her life.

[@vikimorrison]

There’s a lot of hate I’ve seen from this interview but as they stated, they have had A LOT of changes, work and even loss during this season. Also, being married and now being intimate is a huge change to someone who has never been intimate before. I only see a newly married couple who have been through a lot in the past couple months and are just trying to find balance after the chaos. Personally.

[@heidirobinson3352]

Bloom where you are planted.

[@lunas2551]

I hate seeing the internet hate both of you have experienced. I can only imagine how hurtful it is to go through such public ridicule. But your love is one of those examples of knowing God put two people together. Even through the twist of basketball being a part of both of your lives. And Grant, your testimony made me feel closer to God today in my own way. Thank you for the courage to share it. Wishing you both the best and most joyful journey together 💗

[@user-js3vx6sy3z]

I have to say that seeing Madi’s conviction on the bachelor and how she spoke such truth really moved me. The bachelor has been accepted as normal, particularly the honeymoon suite which always made me feel gross and weird. I grew up with no religion at all and I’ve seen and felt the deep pain of that. I never ever thought I would be Christian. To me it felt like so many ‘rules’ and specific limitations that I couldn’t imagine a God who made his children jump through hoops to avoid hell. But it’s actually been through seeing the people I admire most live good lives and share undeniable truths. These people never pushed Christianity but as I learned more about them, I learned they were Christian. This made me take a second look - I realized that all of the people I admire most are Christian. Only a couple months after this exploration, I saw Madi speak truth that I had always felt in my heart but felt guilty for believing on the bachelor. I saw the meek counter arguments that other people on the show had and my faith was strengthened. I am sure it wasn’t easier for her but she says God called her to do that and honestly, I can see why. It was such a beautiful act of courage and I am sure many people felt that truth the way I did.

[@thefreya1998]

He always seems like he’s waiting for her to stop talking :( I hope Madi is ok but i definitely worry about this relationship, marrying within 1 year of meeting is always risky…

[@karliroberts9337]

My husband and I married after 1 year and 2 months of dating and sometimes I still think it was too soon HAHA

[@lunas2551]

To me he seems like he listens to her with such care and respect

[@SmittenInLove]

@@lunas2551 literally lol. Doesn’t seem like he’s doing that at all

[@melissacalderon1515]

God is going to use them to do great great things for his kingdom! I see the negative and rude comments about them, it makes me mad because these people don’t know there hearts and how much they love God, they are powerful couple for the kingdom! I pray Gods protection in this marriage🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@melodyslife]

Such an amazing and real conversation!

[@maryc7215]

So genuine and real

[@ashleygee491]

@@maryc7215 🤣👌

[@janessashyda]

Such a great podcast episode! So refreshing to see a married couple speaking about being newly married when they’re in it! Also always awesome to hear a variety of testimonies that all point to Jesus in the end. Amen!

[@18nikkirp18]

My only question from Madi coming from a Christian, it’s not the fact that she went on the show, but she actively dated a man who said he was not a Christian, and was the sex positive bachelor. I remember her even saying she’s open to dating non Christian’s. So unless she just wanted to get the fame from it why did she stay on that show and date someone who didn’t align with her beliefs at all?

[@MalloryNewcomb]

They don’t know who the Bachelor is going to be when they apply. Idk if they’re locked in by the time they find out who the Bachelor is. She didn’t imagine she would get to stay for that much of the season when it came to Fantasy Suites. I agree that unless he came to a change of heart (on his own), they were not going to be compatible.

[@jcc6789]

I totally agree. Just knowing the history of the show, and of course she did - one knows there’s no ‘Christian’ guys on there who would align with her beliefs on abstinence etc. It was sooo wrong of her-

[@elegantwalker]

@@jcc6789 I believe she is healing from all of it. Let us not drag her for her past. Mercy. As a woman, I have been hurt for wrong decisions too so...mercy feels very nice in these cases.

[@marspowr]

Wait he’s only been saved & off drugs for not even 5 years? Wow she’s took a major risk on him. Ngl some of the things they said in this interview were worrying to me. I hope he’s not the type to swing wildly back & forth in his convictions as so many are because Madi’s been walking this walk her whole life. He says he’s the one leading her in faith in this relationship but it couldn’t be clearer that it’s the other way around.

[@deidremsibi571]

If the Son sets you free you are FREE INDEED! no it’s not a risk for her, Jesus doesn’t do half work! He set Grant free forever, as a Christian you should just pray for them and their marriage, there’s no need for any negativity or commenting on his past…have faith in Jesus’ redemption power, cover them in prayer and keep it pushing 😊

[@marspowr]

@@deidremsibi571 No offense, but that's a very optimistic way of thinking, many would say naive. Been around addicts my whole life so my concerns are grounded in realism and experience, not just faith. I wish them well regardless.

[@jcc6789]

Talk to women who’ve walked this path with other Christian’ men who they thought were on the straight and narrow. I met my ex in church, never missed a church service - etc - a year after the marriage found he was a closet alcoholic. I stayed in a horrific marriage to him 27 years- hiding his alcohol and abuse.

[@heidirobinson3352]

I really hope that Grant doesn't end up hurting Madison.

[@jasminewert10]

What a weird comment lol

[@mattjohnson5489]

I live in fort Worth Texas.

[@comelitekang8873]

They really seem genuine in their convictions and that they understand the covenant. I however hope Grant is not going to relapse cos it seems like he really needs Maddi to uphold him. Let’s pray that his anxieties disappear because that can weigh on a couple.

[@brandyceleste8910]

Wow! This really blessed me! I loved the confidence in and passion for Jesus. I loved how honest they were, and how truly unashamed they were about their journey with God. It was absolutely an invitation to depth with Jesus for me! Love love love 🔥🔥🔥💖💖💖❤️❤️❤️🌸🌸🌸

[@angeliu6840]

they remind me of Ryan Reynolds and Scarlett Johansson, two strong individuals but with Jesus in the middle 3 is stronger than 2

[@SBhattacharyyaSBIPO]

The bachelor changed her life. Period.

[@kittymaya4615]

She lucked out big time

[@hailzpw9100]

He sounds rehearsed tbh or very commercial

[@angeliu6840]

probably have told the story so many times that's why

[@makeuphappy1]

Shame on you! The fact that is your focus is a testament to your heart 🙏 let us focus on our personal Relationship with Christ and lift up others ❤

[@angeliu6840]

@@makeuphappy1 shaming someone also shows the posture of our hearts tho...

[@hailzpw9100]

@@makeuphappy1 lol

[@MalloryNewcomb]

@@angeliu6840 I can see what the OP means but I’m also with you: it’s because he’s told this story so many times. He’s got his story read like comedians have their “tight five”. I can see how he is outwardly focused on his delivery and it’s like he’s not as much focused on the emotional weight of relived experiences. On some level, that would add just that little bit to give really connect. But the fact I am even making this commentary speaks to how gifted Grant is with speaking. I commend him

[@TechGalDiaries]

Yesss Madi

[@andreinagonzalez6076]

Pray for Drake wtfff

[@karliroberts9337]

I thought the same thing, like there is no need to judge people because of what they chose to do with their light.

[@blossombolton9829]

"He just put me down!" he said (meaning, I assume, that his friend 'played him up,' or 'sang his praises'). Difference between old people and young people. (To an old person, to be "put down" means you've been insulted and/or criticized.) 😂

[@user-js3vx6sy3z]

I did not grow up Christian and I agree with so much when it comes to loyalty etc… but honestly it did feel sad to me that Grant was saying he didn’t want to touch a girls arm. It feels like a repression of his personality and that feels wrong. Of course not to cheat or be unloyal, but why can’t you still be yourself? Thank you for any feedback

[@savannahadams217]

Maybe he's always associated that with flirting in his mind. This is why I love swing dancing so much, it taught me that physical touch with the opposite sex can be completely respectful and non-sexual.

[@alyceeliza7467]

@@savannahadams217 yeah, I started ballroom dancing at 14yo and I agree it does teach that for sure. So grateful to have learned that lesson so young and break free of religious based misconceptions around it

[@jcc6789]

Wow, these two have a lot to learn - the immaturity just glares - poor things

[@5jonesmetiene]

Are they in a cult? What a disturbing episode

[@leshaexoxo4426]

This guy is going to be BIG. Him and Madi, two Kingdom shakers! The Devil BIG MAD!!

[@alyssaardenn]

He’s a billionaire because his dads a billionaire! Literally BILLIONS😭

[@leshaexoxo4426]

@@alyssaardenn Billionaire or not, his passion for Jesus is just as big as his pockets. That’s the real gold. Rooting for him!

[@erinl4512]

He literally just sounds like he exchanged one drug for another (faith). Weird how people with addictive personality types so often turn up as the most fervent evangelicals lol ☠

[@lifefoundinhim]

That’s how great God is. He can turn the biggest sinners into the greatest saints. He can transform anyone, if they are willing to.

[@jcc6789]

Purse holiness? Is she serious - but she headed right to be on The Bachelor. If you’re really listening to them, it’ll pop your head off.

[@blessedhana8092]

Madi, you are so great and beautiful and insightful but sorry I can't help but asking you to look at your husband at least sometimes while talking to the interviewers? You almost turning your face away from him as he is gazing at you attentively and yet you are so focus on your topic as if you forgot that your husband is right next to you looking at you. I feel bad and uncomfortable for him. I hope somebody will speak of this to you. God bless you both.

[@Dennisedward1]

It sounds like these guys have a lot on their plate. Maybe they need to slow down. The Jewish newly wed couple had a year off just to work on learning to live together and take care of each other. Pray that their not taking on too much. Hope they have spiritual and emotional support. In Jesus' name. "My yoke is easy and My burden is light."

[@kittymaya4615]

He loves the sounds of his own voice, doesn’t he? She’s not exactly a catch by any means but she could’ve done a lot better than him. She’ll always come last while she’s with him. 1. Troutt 2. The faith he’s weirdly consumed with 3. Any kids they manage to pop out 4. His family’s money 5. His wife

[@smk1226]

WHO HURT YOU!??

[@heidirobinson3352]

Grant is a handsome fella!!

[@5jonesmetiene]

Is this Grants mom? Only person who could write this.

[@abicooks]

@@5jonesmetieneWhy do you have to be rude ?

[@5jonesmetiene]

@@abicooks stating a fact