Why Your Faith Isn't Growing (And What to Do About It) with Matt Chandler

This week on Stay True Podcast, Madi sits down with Matt Chandler to explore the lifelong process of becoming more like Jesus. What happens after salvation? Why doesn't God instantly remove our struggles? And how is the Holy Spirit transforming us even when growth feels slow? Drawing from Scripture and the teachings of Jesus in the Beatitudes, Madi and Pastor Matt unpack how God transforms believers over time and what genuine spiritual growth actually looks like. They discuss the role of the Holy Spirit in shaping our character, why sanctification is both God's work and our cooperation, and how everyday moments become opportunities for God to make us more like Christ. If you've ever felt discouraged by your struggles, frustrated by slow growth, or wondered if you're truly changing, this conversation is a reminder that spiritual maturity isn't about perfection. It's about faithfully walking with Jesus and trusting Him to complete the work He started in you.   Stay you and stay true!   Topics we dive into: -Why am I still struggling with the same sins? -How do I know if I'm actually growing spiritually? -What is sanctification, and why does it feel so slow? -Can I be saved and still struggle? -How does the Holy Spirit actually change us? -What does it practically look like to become more like Jesus? AND SO MUCH MORE!   Helpful Resources: Becoming Like Jesus by Matt Chandler: https://a.co/d/05SqgKQ7 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 Brooklyn Bedding: Go to brooklynbedding.com and use my promo code STAYTRUE at checkout to get 30% off sitewide. Liberty Healthshare: Learn more at libertyhealthshare.org.  GCU: Visit gcu.edu to learn more.   Connect with Stay True! 💙 Instagram | @staytruepodcast 💙 TikTok | @staytrue_podcast 💙 Follow Madison | @madiprew 💙 Follow Pastor Matt | @mattchandler74