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How Did You Do It? | Real Questions, Real Answers Sep 25, 2026

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Audrey shares her personal journey of homeschooling, from her initial doubts to trusting God's guidance, and how it shaped her family life. She discusses the importance of living life as a continuous teaching moment and trusting God through challenges.

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📖 Chapters

00:00 Audrey's homeschooling story

01:51 The influence of Dr. Raymond Moore and initial doubts

04:55 Deciding to homeschool and trusting God's leading

10:02 Living life as a continuous teaching moment

15:01 The importance of prayer and seeking wisdom

19:57 Balancing homeschooling with family life and challenges

25:03 God's faithfulness through ups and downs

30:08 Encouragement for homeschooling parents

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Mothers Are Meant to Protect Sep 22, 2026

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Audrey walks through why a mother's habitual negativity — complaining about her children and husband — can, left unchecked, harden into something far worse, using the disturbing rise of "toxic mommy culture" videos (moms filming their kids' distress for views) as a warning sign of where that progression leads.

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Catch Audrey and her daughter GraceAnna live at Share The Arrows, hosted by Allie Beth Stuckey, in Dallas on October 10 this year. Grab your tickets now at ⁠⁠⁠sharethearrows.com⁠⁠⁠!

📖 Chapters

00:00 Introduction — a concern about how mothers talk about motherhood02:03 Motherhood really is exhausting, and it's okay to say so04:34 The line between honest struggle and resentment08:58 A disturbing trend: children turned into content13:59 How a hardened heart happens — the biblical progression17:17 Children as a sacred trust, not a burden29:07 Old Testament warnings on what happens when we reject God43:39 Guarding our children's dignity — and a word to weary moms

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I'm So Upset With My Husband | Real Questions, Real Answers Sep 18, 2026

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Audrey answers a listener's anonymous letter about grieving her husband's decision to get a vasectomy without her full agreement. The episode offers grounded, biblical counsel on processing marital hurt, letting go of what can't be changed, and finding contentment and joy in the children already in front of her — without dismissing the real grief involved.

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Catch Audrey and her daughter GraceAnna live at Share The Arrows, hosted by Allie Beth Stuckey, in Dallas on October 10 this year. Grab your tickets now at ⁠⁠sharethearrows.com⁠⁠!

📖 Chapters

00:00 Question00:29 Her letter: grieving her husband's vasectomy decision02:17 Your longing for children is not wrong04:37 Reframe: what you can be thankful for07:40 What to pray instead10:06 Don't let this steal your joy14:11 Lament honestly, but don't stay there17:50 Turn the knob: choosing how you'll live

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Open Hands Sep 15, 2026

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Today’s episode features our daughter, GraceAnna. She shares how Grant was not what she was expecting - but learned how God often does the unexpected as she walked with open hands. God still brings a rare woman into the life of a rare man.

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Catch Audrey and her daughter GraceAnna live at Share The Arrows, hosted by Allie Beth Stuckey, in Dallas on October 10 this year. Grab your tickets now at ⁠sharethearrows.com⁠!

📖 Chapters

00:00 Intro to the journey of discerning God's plan for marriage

02:07 The story of meeting her future husband at the ice cream counter

08:10 Biblical view of marriage and the role of a helper

12:00 How friendships and family relationships prepare us for marriage

15:46 The significance of respecting and trusting God's sovereignty

20:09 How God used past relationships to teach lessons

28:12 Safeguards to protect your heart in dating

31:03 Advice for teens and college girls about trusting God's plan

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Should I Submit? Sep 11, 2026

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What do you do when you believe God is leading you in a direction your husband doesn’t support?

Audrey responds to a listener wrestling with submission, motherhood, and a deep desire to be home with her children.

For the woman feeling torn between honoring her husband and caring for her children, this conversation offers encouragement to seek godly counsel, pray persistently, and move forward one faithful step at a time.

🚨 ANNOUNCEMENT 🚨

Catch Audrey and her daughter GraceAnna live at Share The Arrows, hosted by Allie Beth Stuckey, in Dallas on October 10 this year. Grab your tickets now at ⁠sharethearrows.com⁠!

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📖 Chapters

00:00 A listener’s question: Should I submit?

02:38 Releasing guilt and bitterness

06:02 God’s design for marriage and family

13:06 The desire to be home with your children

18:38 Audrey’s answer: Moving forward respectfully

25:03 Godly counsel, prayer, and one step at a time

27:18 Family priorities and the value of home

29:39 Gospel encouragement and closing prayer

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Longing For Marriage Sep 08, 2026

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Audrey shares biblical insights and practical advice for young women longing for marriage, emphasizing contentment, trust in God's timing, and living purposefully while waiting.

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Catch Audrey and her daughter GraceAnna live at Share The Arrows, hosted by Allie Beth Stuckey, in Dallas on October 10 this year. Grab your tickets now at ⁠sharethearrows.com⁠!

📖 Chapters

00:00 Intro: The importance of biblical womanhood and marriage

01:57 The God-given longing for marriage and its biblical basis

04:11 Contentment and trusting God's timing in singleness

07:04 The dangers of rushing and settling in marriage

09:51 Practical steps to meet godly men and build community

15:03 Living purposefully and serving others while waiting

20:12 The importance of biblical discernment and character

24:58 Balancing desire with contentment and trust in God

30:05 Encouragement to live fully in Christ regardless of relationship status

33:54 Closing thoughts: Trusting God and living intentionally

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Going Off To College Sep 04, 2026

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Audrey shares personal insights and biblical principles on navigating the challenges of transitioning into college life, emphasizing God's sanctifying work through loneliness, roommate conflicts, and new friendships.

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Catch Audrey and her daughter GraceAnna live at Share The Arrows, hosted by Allie Beth Stuckey, in Dallas on October 10 this year. Grab your tickets now at ⁠sharethearrows.com⁠!

📖 Chapters

Chapters

00:00 Intro

02:08 Audrey's Personal College Journey and Lessons Learned

03:50 Dealing with Loneliness and Finding Community

07:02 Handling Roommate Conflicts Biblically

09:59 God Uses Difficulties for Sanctification

13:14 Building Trust and Managing Expectations

16:14 Christian Faith as a Source of Strength

20:14 Practical Advice for New College Students

23:00 Giving Time and Trusting God's Timing

26:04 Sanctification Through Hardship and Loneliness

29:05 Encouragement to Lean on God's Faithfulness

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Respecting A Harsh Husband Sep 02, 2026

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How can a wife respect her husband when his words are harsh, angry, or deeply hurtful?

Audrey considers a listener’s honest question about honoring God in a difficult marriage.

This conversation offers practical encouragement for praying and fasting, guarding your heart against bitterness, recognizing genuine evidences of grace, speaking the truth with wisdom, and seeking help from trusted church leadership when needed. Above all, it points wives toward an obedience rooted in love for Christ rather than another person’s behavior.

Respect does not require pretending sinful behavior is acceptable, remaining silent about wrongdoing, or refusing appropriate help. It means entrusting the results to God while asking Him for the grace to walk faithfully—one moment at a time.

🚨 ANNOUNCEMENT 🚨

Catch Audrey and her daughter GraceAnna live at Share The Arrows, hosted by Allie Beth Stuckey, in Dallas on October 10 this year. Grab your tickets now at ⁠⁠sharethearrows.com⁠⁠!

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⁠Would You Like To Know God As Your Friend?⁠⁠

📖 Chapters

00:00 A Listener’s Difficult Question02:17 Obedience When Your Husband Is Harsh05:03 Praying and Fasting for Your Husband10:13 What Biblical Respect Really Means13:12 God’s Instructions for Wives and Husbands15:34 Practicing Genuine Gratitude19:15 Speaking Truth and Seeking Help24:47 What If Your Husband Never Changes?

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When People Criticize My Man Aug 28, 2026

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Audrey shares insights on how women can love and support their husbands amidst unfair criticism, drawing lessons from biblical figures like Moses and Psalm 35. She offers practical advice on handling criticism, trusting God, and maintaining a healthy marriage under pressure.

🚨 ANNOUNCEMENT 🚨

Catch Audrey and her daughter GraceAnna live at Share The Arrows, hosted by Allie Beth Stuckey, in Dallas on October 10 this year. Grab your tickets now at ⁠sharethearrows.com⁠!

🗒️ Show Notes

Would You Like To Know God As Your Friend?⁠

📖 Chapters

00:00 When People Criticize Your Husband
04:39 Moses and Unjust Criticism
09:05 Let God Defend His Reputation
13:51 Be a Safe Place Without Spiraling
16:11 Stop Rehearsing the Hurt
23:01 Loving Those Who Hurt You
25:15 Pray for Your Enemies
29:54 When to Speak and When to Stay Silent
32:20 Guard Your Heart and Support Your Husband
34:34 Don’t Waste the Criticism

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Grandparenting From Afar Aug 25, 2026

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Audrey shares practical advice and heartfelt insights on grandparenting from afar, emphasizing the importance of love, boundaries, and trusting God's guidance in building meaningful relationships with grandchildren across distances.

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Catch Audrey and her daughter GraceAnna live at Share The Arrows, hosted by Allie Beth Stuckey, in Dallas on October 10 this year. Grab your tickets now at ⁠sharethearrows.com⁠!

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