057 : Waiting & Abundant Living w/ Madison Walters

Apr 2

A Story of Faith, Surrender, and the Goodness of God in Every Season

On this deeply heartfelt episode of The Refined Sisterhood, Maddie and Kaitlin sit down with Madison Walters—wife, mama, encourager, and faith-filled friend—for a conversation that will meet you right in the middle of your waiting season. Whether you’re believing for a baby, navigating life transitions, or simply wondering when your prayers will be answered, Madison’s story is a gentle yet powerful reminder that God’s timing is always worth trusting.

A Personal Walk Through Infertility

Madison vulnerably shares her journey through infertility—a road marked by longing, disappointment, and questions that didn’t always have immediate answers. But through it all, her testimony is one of trust. She opens up about the emotional and spiritual toll waiting can take and how easy it is to feel forgotten or unseen in the quiet places where dreams seem delayed.

Yet even in the silence, God was moving.

“I had to get to the place where I trusted the Giver more than the gift,” Madison shares.

For anyone walking through infertility—or really any kind of waiting—her honesty is a balm. She reminds us that it’s okay to grieve what hasn’t come yet while still believing in God’s goodness.

Adoption, Obedience & Open Hands

Eventually, the Lord led Madison and her husband to the beautiful path of adoption. She details the ups and downs of that process, the uncertainty, the paperwork, the prayers—and ultimately, the overwhelming joy of welcoming their child into their family.

But what’s especially moving is her heart posture along the way. Madison reflects on what it looks like to hold plans with open hands, to surrender control while still actively trusting. Her story shows that sometimes God answers our prayers in a way that’s even better than we imagined—just different than we expected.

Purpose in the Pause

One of the most powerful themes of this episode is this: your season of waiting is not wasted. Madison urges listeners to lean into the now instead of waiting for life to begin once the dream arrives.

“God is not holding out on you,” she says. “He’s preparing you. He’s pruning and positioning you for something purposeful.”

And in the meantime? There’s abundant living to be done. Joy to be found. Peace to be received. Community to build. Madison reminds us that contentment isn’t found in a fulfilled prayer—it’s found in the presence of Jesus, right here, right now.

A Word for the One Who Feels Behind

If you’re scrolling and seeing others walk into the things you’ve been praying for—marriage, motherhood, ministry opportunities—Madison’s encouragement is gentle but needed:

“You’re not behind. God’s timeline for your life is intentional and unique.”

There’s no rush in the Kingdom. And there’s no formula for the way God writes a story. Madison’s testimony proves that the detours, delays, and unanswered questions all have a place in the beautiful mosaic He’s creating.

Final Thoughts

If you’re waiting… still waiting… tired of waiting—know this: God is not done. You are seen. You are held. And even now, He is doing a good work in you.

Let Madison’s story be the reminder you didn’t know you needed today: You can live fully, freely, abundantly—even in the waiting.

And friend? The best is still ahead.

Connect with Madison on Instagram : @⁠madison.walters

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