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When Tara Norbeck discovered that her 17-year-old son was struggling with addiction, everything she thought she knew about motherhood changed. In this episode of The Mom Show, Tara shares the painful reality of walking through addiction, psychiatric hospitalizations, overdoses, and the fear of constantly waiting for the next crisis. She also opens up about the guilt she carried as a mom, the impact addiction had on her marriage and other children, and what she had to learn about boundaries, enabling, and letting go of the responsibility to fix what she could not control. Tara shares powerful truths from her book, Dear Mom of an Addict: Ten Truths You Need to Know to Parent Your Addicted Child and Reclaim Hope, including the three C's: I didn't cause it. I can't control it. I can't cure it. Courtney and Tara also talk about unconditional love with conditional support, separating your child from the disease, caring for the entire family, and why secrecy only deepens the shame surrounding addiction. Most importantly, Tara shares how she learned to stop placing her hope solely in her son's recovery and instead place it in God: "I had to put my hope in the Healer and not necessarily in the healing." If you are walking alongside a child or loved one struggling with addiction, this conversation is a reminder that you are not alone—and there is still hope. Connect with Tara: Website: taranorbeck.com Instagram: @taranorbeck Facebook: @tara.norbeck Tara's Books: Dear Mom of an Addict: Ten Truths You Need to Know to Parent Your Addicted Child and Reclaim Hope God Loves You Most Connect with Courtney: Instagram: @courtneydoyle_8 Website: www.courtneydoyleministries.com Join the MOM 101 Facebook Group: Click here

Last week's conversation with Ashley Martin sparked a deeper question: What are we keeping hidden because we're afraid of what people might think? Shame tells us to hide. It convinces us that if people really knew our struggles, failures, or past, they might see us differently. But there is a difference between privacy and secrecy—and some things were never meant to be carried alone. In this episode, Courtney talks about how shame keeps us isolated, the difference between guilt and shame, and why bringing our struggles into the light with God and a trusted person can be the first step toward freedom. She also shares why being honest about our own imperfect stories can help create safer relationships with our children and remind them that failure does not cancel God's forgiveness, redemption, or purpose. In This Episode The difference between privacy and secrecy How shame keeps us isolated Guilt vs. shame Why confession can lead to healing Finding a safe person to trust Talking honestly with our children about our past Allowing God to redeem the parts of our story we wish we could erase Scriptures Mentioned Psalm 32 James 5:16 1 John 1:7 At the end of September, Courtney will also be giving away signed books from this month's guests, including Ashley Martin's Lost No More and Tara Norbeck's Dear Mom of an Addict. Follow along on social media for giveaway details. Your secret does not get the final word. Your shame does not get the final word. Your past does not get the final word. God does. Connect with Courtney Instagram: @courtneydoyle_8 Listen and subscribe to The Mom Show Join the MOM 101 Facebook Group

What happens when the thing you once turned to for comfort becomes the very thing keeping you from freedom? In this powerful conversation, Ashley Martin shares her journey from nearly two decades of alcohol addiction to more than 12 years of sobriety, a renewed relationship with God, and a life she now describes as thriving—not simply surviving. Ashley opens up about the moment she finally surrendered, entering treatment, facing the shame and secrets of her past, and discovering that God could use even the most broken parts of her story for good. We also talk about the three pillars Ashley continues to practice every day—surrender, prayer, and service—and how they help her protect her sobriety, her peace, and her relationship with God. In this episode, we discuss: Recognizing when alcohol or another coping mechanism has taken control Why addiction doesn't have a certain "look" Breaking free from shame and refusing to hide your past The role surrender played in Ashley's recovery Raising children honestly when addiction is part of your family story Choosing faith over fear when addiction runs in the family Ashley's three daily pillars: surrender, prayer, and service The difference between simply surviving and truly thriving How God can redeem and use the parts of your story you once wanted to hide Ashley reminds us that there is always hope. No matter where you've been or what choices are behind you, God has not left you—and your story is not beyond His redemption. Connect with Ashley: Website: www.ashleymartinministry.com Instagram: @ashleymartinministry Book: Lost No More  Connect with Courtney: Instagram: @courtneydoyle_8 Website: www.courtneydoyleministries.com Join the MOM 101 Facebook Group: Click here

Addiction doesn't just affect the person struggling, it impacts the entire family. In this episode for National Recovery Month, Courtney shares important statistics about teen substance use, warning signs parents should watch for, the dangers of fentanyl and counterfeit pills, and practical steps to take if you suspect your child may be struggling. She also shares from her own family's experience with addiction and the difficult balance of loving your child, setting boundaries, seeking help, and surrendering what you cannot control to God. This episode is not meant to create fear, but to help moms become aware, prepared, prayerful, and hopeful. In This Episode • Warning signs of substance use • What parents need to know about fentanyl • How addiction affects the whole family • Helping vs. enabling • When and where to seek professional help • Trusting God for wisdom, peace, and hope Find Help SAMHSA National Helpline: 1-800-662-HELP (4357) Treatment Locator: FindTreatment.gov 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Call or text 988 Partnership to End Addiction: drugfree.org Emergency or suspected overdose: Call 911 Scriptures James 1:5 Philippians 4:6–7 Proverbs 3:5–6 Throughout September, The Mom Show will continue the conversation about addiction and recovery with Ashley Martin, author of Lost No More and Tara Norbeck, author of Dear Mom of an Addict. Addiction may become part of your family's story, but it does not have to write the ending. Connect with Courtney Instagram: @courtneydoyle_8 Courtney Doyle Ministries MOM 101 Facebook Group

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 reached the end of the day with everything checked off your list... and still felt empty? In this solo episode of The Mom Show, Courtney reflects on one powerful takeaway from last week's conversation with Katie Reid: Are we serving from love... or serving for love? It's a small difference in wording, but it can completely change the way we experience motherhood. Together, we'll explore how easy it is to tie our identity to being needed, why the lack of a simple "thank you" can affect us so deeply, and how resting in our identity as daughters of God allows us to serve from a place of fullness instead of striving. In This Episode You'll Learn: Why serving for love always leaves us exhausted. The difference between serving as a daughter of God versus performing for approval. A simple way to recognize when your identity has become tied to what you do. Five practical ways to begin serving from a full heart instead of an empty one. Why God's love was never something you had to earn. This Week's Challenge Choose just one of these practices this week: Do one hidden act of kindness that no one knows about. Notice moments of resentment and ask what you're hoping to receive in return. Spend intentional time allowing God to fill your heart before you pour into everyone else. Speak this truth over yourself daily: "I am loved, not because of what I do today, but because I belong to Christ." Before saying yes to something new, ask: "Am I serving from a full cup... or trying to fill one?" Scripture to Reflect On "We love because He first loved us." 1 John 4:19 Mentioned in This Episode Katie Reid's episode on The Mom Show (listen to the previous episode for the conversation that inspired today's message). Connect with Courtney  Website: https://courtneydoyle.com  Instagram: @courtneydoyle_8 Join the Mom community on Facebook: Mom 101 Remember, friend... You don't have to earn the love you're already standing in. You get to serve from it—not for it.

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

Have you ever found yourself waiting for the "perfect" time to spend with God? In this solo episode, Courtney reflects on one powerful lesson from last week's conversation with Shalene Roberts: Nothing is ordinary when Jesus is in it. Whether you're folding laundry, packing lunches, sitting in the carpool line, or washing sticky little hands, God is present in the ordinary moments of motherhood. Join Courtney as she shares how to stop waiting for life to slow down and start discovering the sacred moments God has already placed right in front of you. In This Episode: Why ordinary moments matter to God The lie that you'll spend time with God "when life slows down" Finding worship in everyday routines Why God values faithfulness over visibility Practical ways to invite Jesus into your daily life Connect with Courtney 🌐 CourtneyDoyleMinistries.com 📱 Instagram: @CourtneyDoyleMinistries 📘 Facebook: Courtney Doyle Ministries 💌 Join Courtney's email community for weekly encouragement, podcast updates, and resources for every season of motherhood. 🎙️ Subscribe to The Mom Show wherever you listen to podcasts or watch each episode on YouTube.

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

Have you ever felt like giving up on a prayer you've been praying for years? In this solo episode, Courtney reflects on one unforgettable question from last week's conversation with Lyndsay Roberts: "What if you quit mid-miracle?" Whether you're waiting for healing, restoration, a prodigal child, or simply praying for peace, this episode is a reminder that God's silence doesn't mean He's stopped working. Together we'll talk about fear, change, forgiveness, surrender, and how to keep trusting God even when you can't yet see the miracle. In This Episode: Why waiting can make us lose hope How fear steals today's peace The freedom that comes through forgiveness Learning to trust God's timing instead of controlling the outcome Why you shouldn't quit before God is finished Connect with Courtney 🌐 CourtneyDoyleMinistries.com 📱 Instagram: @CourtneyDoyleMinistries 📘 Facebook: Courtney Doyle Ministries 💌 Join Courtney's email community for weekly encouragement and podcast updates.

What if peace isn't something you find once life finally settles down? In this encouraging episode of The MOM Show, Courtney sits down with author, speaker, and ministry leader Lindsay Roberts to discuss finding God's peace in the middle of life's greatest heartbreaks and uncertainties. Lindsay vulnerably shares her journey through infertility, multiple miscarriages, the heartbreaking loss of her full-term son, and the life-changing lesson that has sustained her faith through every season: don't quit mid-miracle. Together, Courtney and Lindsay explore what it means to trust God when life doesn't unfold the way we hoped, how unforgiveness quietly steals our peace, and why true peace is found only by anchoring ourselves in God's Word—not in our circumstances. If you're carrying grief, wrestling with anxiety, navigating disappointment, or simply feeling overwhelmed by the demands of motherhood, this conversation will remind you that God's peace is available, even in the middle of chaos. In This Episode You'll Hear: Lindsay's powerful testimony of miscarriage, infant loss, and God's faithfulness. What it means to "not quit mid-miracle." The difference between temporary peace and true biblical peace. The biggest "peace stealers" moms face today. Why forgiveness is essential to experiencing freedom. Practical ways to cultivate peace before the chaos of the day begins. How to prioritize what matters most in every season of motherhood. Encouragement for moms walking through grief, waiting, and unanswered prayers. Scriptures Mentioned John 14:27 3 John 2 Philippians 4:13 Psalm 23 Psalm 91 Resources Mentioned Discover Your True Peace: Finding Rest in a Restless World Discover Your True Worth Discover Your True Strength Connect with Lindsay Website: www.makeyourdaycount.com Instagram: @lindsayrobertsofficial Threads: @lindsayrobertsofficial Facebook: facebook.com/lindsayrobertsofficial facebook.com/makeyourdaycount YouTube: youtube.com/lindsayrobertsofficial Connect with Courtney Instagram: @courtneydoyle_8 Website: www.courtneydoyleministries.com Join the MOM 101 Facebook Group: Click here

Episode Summary Have you ever caught yourself saying, "I'll have peace when..."? When the kids are older. When summer is over. When life slows down. When the house is clean. When this difficult season finally passes. The truth is, if we're always waiting for life to settle down before we experience peace, we'll spend our lives waiting. In this solo episode, Courtney shares why true peace isn't found in the absence of chaos—it's found in the presence of Christ. Building on last week's conversation with Erin Greneaux, this episode is an invitation to stop postponing peace and begin recognizing that God is already meeting you in the middle of your ordinary, everyday motherhood. In This Episode, We Talk About: Why we often believe peace is waiting on the other side of our circumstances The lie behind the phrase, "I'll have peace when..." How busyness and constant distractions keep us from noticing God's presence Why Jesus never promised a trouble-free life—but He did promise His presence Practical ways to create margin and meet with God in the middle of a busy season Learning to stop waiting for life to calm down and start experiencing God's peace today Truths to Remember: Peace isn't the absence of chaos—it's the presence of Christ. There will always be another busy season, another challenge, and another "after." God is already present in your ordinary moments—you simply have to slow down enough to notice Him. You don't have to wait until everything changes before you experience the peace Jesus offers today.

In this heartfelt conversation, Courtney sits down with author and mom of three, Erin Grineaux, to talk about what it really looks like to meet God in the middle of motherhood—not apart from it. Erin shares honestly about the overwhelming early years of raising three young daughters, the exhaustion, the chaos, and the quiet struggle of feeling disconnected from God in the middle of it all. But it was in those very moments—late-night feedings, everyday frustrations, and ordinary routines—that God began to gently reveal Himself in a new way. This episode is a powerful reminder that you don't have to step away from motherhood to experience God… He is already present within it. What You'll Hear in This Episode: Why motherhood can feel spiritually disconnecting—and how to shift that perspective How to recognize God in the small, ordinary moments of your day The importance of quiet time (even if it's just a minute) Letting go of pressure and perfection in motherhood How your faith naturally shapes your children more than you think The danger of comparison culture and redefining what matters most in your home Encouragement for the mom who feels distant from God right now Holding both joy and grief in hard seasons—and trusting God in the unknown Resources & Links from This Episode Website: https://www.greneauxgardens.com Book: Sunday God Meets Monday Mom: https://amzn.to/4bcrjSz Weekly Devotions: https://eringreneaux.substack.com/ Podcast: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/sundaygodmeetsmondaymom Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/greneauxgardens Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eringreneaux Amazon Author Page: https://www.amazon.com/author/eringreneaux The Bible App Devotions: https://www.bible.com/organizations/1f694f0c-8459-4d43-8f48-7eec96a64c3c Connect with Courtney: Instagram: @courtneydoyle_8 Website: www.courtneydoyleministries.com Join the MOM 101 Facebook Group: Click here

After hearing a powerful story of redemption, it's easy to feel inspired… but also quietly wonder— "Why doesn't my story look like that?" In this follow-up episode, Courtney speaks directly to the mom who is still in the middle of the mess—the one whose situation feels unresolved, unanswered, or still broken. Because here's the truth: Redemption doesn't always look like restoration in the way we expect. Sometimes God restores the relationship… and sometimes He begins by restoring you within it. If you've been waiting for things to change and they haven't—this episode will remind you that God is still working, even when you can't see it. Your story is not finished. In This Episode, We Talk About: Why hearing others' redemption stories can sometimes feel discouraging The difference between restoration and redemption Letting go of expectations for how God "should" fix things A personal story of holding onto an ending that didn't unfold as expected How God often begins His work by transforming us from the inside out Finding peace even when your circumstances haven't changed What it looks like to trust God in the middle of an unfinished story A Few Truths to Hold Onto: Redemption doesn't always mean everything gets fixed the way you hoped Sometimes God changes you before He changes the situation Peace is not found in outcomes—it's found in who God is Just because you can't see it doesn't mean God isn't working The place that feels the most broken may be where God is doing His deepest work. Connect with Courtney: Instagram: @courtneydoyle_8 Website: www.courtneydoyleministries.com Join the MOM 101 Facebook Group: Click here

What happens when your marriage—the one you believed was solid—suddenly falls apart? In today's powerful and deeply vulnerable episode, I sit down with Jill Savage to talk about one of the hardest seasons of her life: walking through betrayal after 28 years of marriage… and witnessing God bring restoration in a way only He can. Jill shares her story with honesty, wisdom, and so much hope for the mom who feels like things are unraveling—whether in marriage, motherhood, or identity. This conversation is not just about marriage… it's about: Surrender Identity in Christ Letting go of guilt And trusting God in the middle of the mess If you've ever believed the lie that your worth is tied to your marriage or your children's choices… this episode will gently bring you back to truth. What We Talk About: Jill's story of betrayal, separation, and ultimate restoration How shame, identity, and attachment styles impacted their marriage The powerful turning point that changed everything on Easter Sunday What it looks like to surrender when your circumstances don't change overnight How to guard your identity when someone else's words try to define you The importance of being marriage-centered, not child-centered Practical ways to prioritize your marriage in the middle of busy motherhood Key Encouragement: "It may not be well with your circumstances… but it can still be well with your soul." Connect with Jill: Website: https://jillsavage.org/ Instagram & Facebook: @jillsavage.author YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@markandjill Podcast: No More Perfect Podcast Connect with Courtney: Instagram: @courtneydoyle_8 Website: www.courtneydoyleministries.com Join the MOM 101 Facebook Group: Click here