The MOM Show with Courtney Doyle

Five years ago, one simple sentence changed my life: "I like listening to you. You should start a podcast." I had no idea that one small "yes" would become 225 episodes, and countless conversations pointing moms back to Jesus. In this special anniversary episode, I'm taking you behind the microphone to share the journey, from the early Unmasking series and HELP! episodes to the heartbreaking seasons of losing both of my parents, navigating unexpected challenges, and watching God's faithfulness every step of the way. Whether you've been here since Episode 1 or just recently found The MOM Show, thank you for being part of this community. Here's to celebrating God's faithfulness over the past five years—and looking ahead to what's next! In This Episode How The MOM Show began The evolution of the podcast through the years The biggest challenges I've faced behind the microphone Why your small "yes" can change more lives than you imagine Connect with Courtney 🌐 Website: https://courtneydoyle.com 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/courtneydoyle_8/ 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/courtneydoyleministries ▶️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CourtneyDoyle-8 If you've been encouraged by The MOM Show over the past five years, I'd love to hear from you! Leave a review or send me a message sharing your favorite episode. Your stories are one of the greatest gifts of this ministry. Thank you for celebrating five years with me. Here's to all God has in store for Year Six!

Have you ever felt like you have to earn God's love? Maybe you're constantly trying to be the perfect mom, the perfect wife, the perfect friend, or the perfect Christian. You keep doing more, serving more, and striving harder—yet you still feel exhausted. In this encouraging conversation, Courtney sits down with author and speaker Katie Reid to talk about the life-changing moment she calls her "dusty living room revelation"—the day God showed her that grace isn't something we earn, but a gift we simply receive. Together they explore what it means to move from striving to settledness, from perfectionism to peace, and from living like hired help to embracing your identity as a beloved daughter of God. If you've ever wrestled with comparison, burnout, people-pleasing, or the pressure to have it all together, this conversation is one your heart needs to hear. In This Episode Katie shares the story behind her unforgettable "dusty living room revelation." How legalism quietly sneaks into motherhood and our relationship with God. Why so many Christian women struggle to receive God's love. A fresh perspective on Martha that may completely change how you read her story. Learning to serve from love instead of serving for love. Why saying "no" can actually be one of the most spiritual things you do. Practical encouragement for overwhelmed moms carrying too much. Trusting God with your children's spiritual journeys. How embracing your identity as God's daughter changes the atmosphere of your home. A Favorite Quote "Jesus is not company to impress. He's family to enjoy." Scriptures Mentioned Luke 10:38–42 John 11 Exodus 2 Proverbs 3:5–8 Zephaniah 3:17 Resources Mentioned Made Like Martha by Katie Reid Katie's message is a beautiful reminder that God never asked us to earn His approval. As moms, we can stop striving and begin resting in the love that's already ours through Christ. A Gift for Our Listeners Katie has graciously provided a FREE Bible Study lesson for The MOM Show listeners! 🎁 Download it here: https://katiemreid.myflodesk.com/biblestudyfreebie1 She also wanted to share her beautiful song, "Daughter," as a reminder of your identity in Christ. 🎵 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/3NFgPjcT1RU8vd4FgdDR7k 🎥 Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/S8NDS_k1_Mk?si=VS0WIZUDOvX0tcXQ Connect with Katie 🌐 Website & Books: https://www.katiemreid.com/books/ 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katie_m_reid/ 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KatieMReidWriter ▶️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@KatieMReid Connect with Courtney Instagram: @courtneydoyle_8 Website: www.courtneydoyleministries.com Join the MOM 101 Facebook Group: Click here

Motherhood is often filled with moments that no one applauds. The dishes get washed. The tears get wiped away. The prayers are whispered long after everyone else is asleep. And somewhere along the way, many moms begin to wonder, Does any of this really matter? In this heartfelt conversation, Courtney sits down with author Shalene Roberts to talk about the unseen work of motherhood and the God who sees every sacrifice, every prayer, and every ordinary moment. Drawing from her new book, When Mothering Is Hard and No One Sees, Shalene shares the story behind the viral blog post that encouraged hundreds of thousands of moms, the season that nearly broke her, and how God gently reminded her that motherhood has eternal significance. Together, they discuss how to find Christ in the chaos, release comparison, embrace rest, and trust God's plans for our children—even when we can't yet see the outcome. In This Episode You'll Hear: Why so many moms struggle to feel seen and valued The powerful story of Hagar and the God who sees How motherhood shapes eternity more than we realize Practical ways to practice abiding, prayer, and true soul rest How to overcome comparison with gratitude Encouragement for moms walking through uncertainty with their children Why surrendering your plans often leads to God's very best Scripture Mentioned Ecclesiastes 3:11 "He has made everything beautiful in its time. He has also set eternity in the human heart..." Connect with Shalene 📖 When Mothering Is Hard and No One Sees https://amzn.to/4do5a4Y 📷 Instagram https://www.instagram.com/shalenerobertsblog Connect with Courtney: Instagram: @courtneydoyle_8 Website: www.courtneydoyleministries.com Join the MOM 101 Facebook Group: Click here

If you've ever watched your child struggle and felt completely helpless… this episode is for you. Today, I'm joined by author and speaker Amber Lia, and we are having a real, honest conversation about what it looks like when anxiety and depression show up in your home—and you don't know how to fix it. Amber shares the story of her son Ollie's battle with anxiety and depression, and the journey their family walked through together. From the early signs of withdrawal… to feeling shut out as a mom… to learning how to support without controlling—this conversation is full of wisdom, encouragement, and practical tools. If you are in a season where your child is struggling… or you feel like you're carrying anxiety yourself… you are not alone. You are seen. And there is hope. In This Episode, We Talk About: How to recognize when something is actually wrong vs. typical teen behavior What it feels like as a mom when your child is hurting—and you can't fix it How to support your teen without controlling or pushing them away The balance between faith, practical tools, and professional help Why it's not about "trying harder," but learning to rest in God's presence How to create a safe space for your child—even when they shut you out The importance of loving boundaries (especially with counseling) Practical tools like the 5-4-3-2-1 grounding method for anxiety How to care for your other children during a difficult season Why both moms and teens are struggling with feeling unseen Resources Mentioned You Are Seen: 90 Devotions to Encourage Stressed Teens by Amber Lia & Ollie Lia https://amzn.to/4vH8Gyk Connect with Amber & Ollie Website: https://amberlia.com/ Instagram: @therealamberlia Ollie's Instagram: @walkin.with.ollie Connect with Courtney: Instagram: @courtneydoyle_8 Website: www.courtneydoyleministries.com Join the MOM 101 Facebook Group: Click here

This week, I'm joined by Meagan Hansen—a mom of three who vulnerably shares her journey from fear-filled motherhood to finding peace through surrender. After losing her mom to cancer at a young age, Meagan carried deep anxiety into motherhood. What looked normal on the outside felt like "white-knuckling life" on the inside—constantly bracing for something to go wrong. In this conversation, we talk about how fear can quietly take over, how it affects the way we show up for our kids, and what it looks like to truly trust God with what we love most. This episode is a reminder that you don't have to live gripping tightly to control—you can open your hands and find peace in God's sovereignty. In This Episode, We Talk About: Walking through anxiety and intrusive thoughts in motherhood How past trauma can shape present fears The impact of fear on parenting and patience What surrender to God actually looks like day-to-day Renewing your mind through Scripture Practical ways to respond when fear creeps in Scripture Shared Proverbs 3:5–6 Trust in the Lord with all your heart… and He will make your paths straight. Connect with Meagan Instagram: @ohheymeagan https://www.instagram.com/ohheymeagan/ Connect with Courtney: Instagram: @courtneydoyle_8 Website: www.courtneydoyleministries.com Join the MOM 101 Facebook Group: Click here

What if being a morning person has nothing to do with waking up early? In this episode of The Mom Show, Courtney sits down with Jennifer Dukes Lee to talk about her new book and the surprising truth she discovered after studying more than 200 mornings in Scripture. If you've ever felt like mornings are loud, rushed, chaotic, or just not your thing, this conversation will breathe so much grace into your day. Jennifer shares why a morning person is not defined by the hour she wakes up, but by how she wakes up, and how even overwhelmed moms can begin to approach the start of the day with more hope and intention. Courtney and Jennifer talk about the pressure many women feel to create a picture-perfect quiet time, why that mindset often leaves moms discouraged, and how to reframe what it looks like to meet with God in real life. From little ones at home to grown children far away, this episode is filled with practical encouragement for every season of motherhood. In this episode, we talk about: Why mornings in Scripture matter What it really means to be a morning person The difference between a morning routine and a morning ritual How moms can meet with God in chaotic seasons Why quiet time does not have to be quiet to be holy Jennifer's "morning archetypes" and how they help women stop comparing themselves One simple step to move from morning dread to morning hope A beautiful reminder from Scripture to pray, "Lord, send the ravens" This episode is for the mom who has felt guilty, behind, or like she just can't get mornings right. You are not failing. You may just need a gentler, more grace-filled way to begin. Connect with Jennifer: Instagram: @jenniferdukeslee Website: www.jenniferdukeslee.com Connect with Courtney: Instagram: @courtneydoyle_8 Website: www.courtneydoyleministries.com Join the MOM 101 Facebook Group: Click here

When Marriage Is Hard | with LaVerne Vest In this honest conversation, Courtney sits down with LaVerne Vest to talk about marriage struggles, betrayal, friendship, identity, and the faithfulness of God in hard seasons. LaVerne shares part of her story of walking through a painful season of separation after years of challenges in her marriage. Together, she and Courtney talk about what it looks like to stay rooted in Christ, protect the peace of your home, and build intentional, life-giving friendships. If you're in a hard season, this episode will remind you—you are not alone, and God is still at work. In this episode, we talk about: Marriage struggles and separation Betrayal, boundaries, and protecting your peace Building safe, honest friendships The power of vulnerability and being heard Keeping your identity rooted in Christ Scripture mentioned: Revelation 12:11 Galatians 5:1 Ephesians 6 Genesis 50:20 Connect with LaVerne: Website: https://lavernevest.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laverne_vest Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/16jbFk7eFT/?mibextid=wwXIfr Connect with Courtney: Instagram: @courtneydoyle_8 Website: www.courtneydoyleministries.com Join the MOM 101 Facebook Group: Click here