Jodi Allen shares her story of a marriage impacted by her husband’s long-term pornography struggle, culminating in a two-year attempt at healing and eventual divorce. Learning that “shame is a choice” empowered her to step out of hiding and trust her faith community with their story. Jody highlights God’s miraculous provisions for their family and the emphasizes God’s presence, kindness, and gentle healing in suffering.
Verses: Proverbs 3:5,6; Romans 8:1; Hebrews 4:12; Jeremiah 29:11; Exodus 12:36; Matthew 19:26
Connect with Jody: JodyAllenWrites.com
Book: Hidden Heartache: Finding Courage When Your Husband Struggles with Pornography
Kelly's Free Devo: Held in the Wilderness
00:00 Rock Bottom God Near
00:20 Podcast Welcome and Hope
02:14 Meet Jodi Allen
03:14 Why We Hide in Shame
03:57 Her Marriage Story Unravels
05:47 Woman at the Well Healing
08:11 Choosing Freedom from Shame
09:11 God Fights for Us
11:04 Counseling and Praying Scripture
12:48 Anchor Verses for Courage
13:49 Anxiety Sleep and Practical Tools
17:51 Caring for Kids in Crisis
20:30 Co Parenting and Impossible Hope
21:59 Purpose and Hope After Loss
24:50 Miraculous Financial Provision
27:16 What She Learned About God
29:34 Freebies