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Hey don't stop listening! Based on stats, a lot of you who listen are under 40. I'm excited this means we are in the territory of getting out of echo chambers, because if I had to guess, most of you aren't grandparents yet. We are getting close to the end of our series about what it looks like to live a Legacy of Faith. Grandparents have a unique role in modern culture. In times past, it seems like the role was a bit more defined, but with as much as well all move now, it makes things a little more complicated. This week, we are talking about the Biblical role of grandparents and the way they can point grandkids to faith. The Bible encourages us to learn from people in the faith who are ahead of us, and I've talked to Courtney enough to know that any time she speaks, I'll always be encouraged. If you want to apply the scripture we discussed today, I'm creating a download with a verse to meditate on, a passage to study, and questions to dig in deeper. You can find a link to that in the show notes.Does the Bible talk about grandparenthood? What do you think is the calling placed on Grandparents? How do you see your role in their life?I see all over reels right now people talking about the way a lot of the grandparent generation has said, "I already raised my kids, I don't want to parent yours." What keeps you from feeling that way? What is one way someone my age can start preparing for what it means to be a grandparent? You can find Courtney Doctor here or her Bible study called "Titus".You can find Elizabeth writing helpful hints ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠on the blog⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Helping you love Jesus and disciple your kids ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠on Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Or get access to the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Additional study resources here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Original Music written and recorded by Jonathan Camenisch *affiliate links are used when appropriate. Thank you for supporting Sunshine in My Nest

As we kick off our 'Two Sisters & Friends' season, we're delighted to be joined by our friends Hunter Beless (founder and host of Journeywomen) and Courtney Doctor (Director of Women's Initiatives for The Gospel Coalition), as we chat about their newly released Bible study on Titus, and the joys of Titus shaped discipleship across the generations.This episode is sponsored by The Good Book Company.A Christian publisher who is passionate about Jesus, they aim to create and select biblical, relevant and accessible resources that will encourage you and your church family to keep going, keep growing and keep sharing your faith. Check out their website for excellent resources, including today's recommendation - Joy: Happiness of the Heart.You can find links to all our guests books this season, as well as lots more resources, head to our website to have a look.

The Lord is at work in discipleship relationships. In this episode, Hunter and Courtney Doctor close out their conversations about discipleship—they encourage us to know what is good, to teach what is good, and to watch the Lord transform us through these relationships. This episode will encourage you to persevere in discipleship and if you aren't discipling yet, to start simply and simply start. FULL SHOW NOTES DISCUSSION QUESTIONS What is one thing you believe has preventing you from engaging in discipleship either now or in the past? Are there any specific women (older or younger) who come to mind who would be a good fit for you to ask about a discipleship relationship? What is one way you could become more involved in your local church, specifically to be around older-than-you and younger-than-you women? Make a list of questions that have served you well over the years. Try to keep those in mind to press deeper into conversations with other women. “Tell me more” is a great example.  What's one way you can feast more on God's Word today in order to feed another woman at a later time? What might you do or implement based on what you learned in this week's episode? FOR MORE Give to Journeywomen Ministries  Listen on Apple Podcasts | Android | Spotify Follow Us: Instagram | Facebook Leave a rating & review Interviews do not imply Journeywomen's endorsement of all writings and positions of the interviewee or any other resources mentioned.  On the Journeywomen podcast, we'll help you know and love God through his Word, find your hope in the gospel, and invest deeply in your local church as you go out on mission for the glory of God.

There's nothing quite like the value of a friendship that uplifts and encourages, with conversations that lead us to treasure Christ each time we meet. This season is all about appreciating afresh the wisdom of friends as we dig into the Bible together across the seasons!Our first episode drops next week on Friday 2nd May when we are joined by our friends, Courtney Doctor and Hunter Beless to talk about discipleship - see you then!In the meantime, why not check out this seasons resources on our website.

When we talk about discipleship, it's important to know what it is and what it is NOT. Discipleship is not merely meeting at a coffee shop, or merely theological conversation, or merely good advice. With encouragement and conviction, Hunter and Courtney Doctor spend this episode dispelling myths we believe about discipleship—and there are some that might surprise you!  FULL SHOW NOTES DISCUSSION QUESTIONS Have you learned from mentors in the past when you've gotten to see them in real-life contexts? Does it offer you encouragement when you struggle in similar ways? In what ways have the “inconvenient conveniences” of discipleship impacted your joy and your growth? Who are some women or spiritual mothers in your local church who you learn from, even if you are not formally meeting in a discipleship relationship? How does it free us to disciple or ask to be discipled knowing that is doesn't have to be a “bestie” relationship forever? What is the Spirit prompting you to do when you think about how discipleship is not optional? What might you do or implement based on what you learned in this week's episode? FOR MORE Give to Journeywomen Ministries  Listen on Apple Podcasts | Android | Spotify Follow Us: Instagram | Facebook Leave a rating & review Interviews do not imply Journeywomen's endorsement of all writings and positions of the interviewee or any other resources mentioned.  On the Journeywomen podcast, we'll help you know and love God through his Word, find your hope in the gospel, and invest deeply in your local church as you go out on mission for the glory of God.

Today we're welcoming back therapist and author Nicole Zazowski to discuss the importance of joy in the Christian faith, the vulnerability associated with embracing joy, and practical tips for cultivating joy in daily life. Nicole shares insights from her study of six women in the Bible, emphasizing the power of celebration and the transformative impact of celebrating God's goodness in our lives.LINKSDaring JoyWhat if It's WonderfulTruthFilledFrom Lost to FoundLamentations 3:21RECOMMENDED: Listen to biblical culturalist Kristi McLelland as she unpacks the life of the early church and shows us that the kingdom of God is always on the move, looking to bring meaning and joy to a world searching for true fulfillment and hope. MARKED is a podcast from Lifeway Women: https://women.lifeway.com/blog/podcasts/.Hosted by Andrea Lennon and Elizabeth Hyndman.CONNECT WITH US!Follow Lifeway Women, Hunter Beless, and Courtney Doctor on Instagram.Learn more about the Titus Bible study at lifeway.com/titus. Starting April 21, join us as we study The Gospel on the Ground by Kristi McLelland! Enter to win the study on the blog. To learn more about the Grace Bible for Kids, visit lifeway.com/gracebible.

What would change if you thought of discipleship as passing the baton of grace from one generation to the next? Courtney Doctor and Hunter Beless have teamed up, not only to write a Bible study on Titus, but to model a Paul-and-Titus type friendship, rooted in discipleship.Join us as we discuss the relationship between Paul and Titus, the bad reputation and leadership of those in Crete, and how to put the gospel of grace on display in our own generation.Where else can I listen to this podcast?Go HERE to find this episode on your favorite podcast app, including Apple, Youtube, Spotify, and more.Guests: Hunter Beless and Courtney DoctorBible Passage: Titus's Ministry in Crete - Titus 1 CSBGet your Free Resource: False Narrative WatchlistTitus: Displaying the Gospel of Grace Check out Hunter and Courtney's new book on Shannon's Amazon Storefront HEREResound Media Network: www.ResoundMedia.ccMusic: Cade PopkinHunter BelessHunter Beless is the founder and host of Journeywomen, the author of "Read It, See It, Say It, Sing It" and "Amy Carmichael: The Brown-Eyed Girl Who Learned to Pray," and the co-author of "Titus: Displaying the Gospel of Grace." Her favorite places to do ministry are within the four walls of her home and in her local church. Hunter and her husband, Brooks, have four amazing kiddos who memorize Scripture way faster than them! When they're not reading, seeing, saying, or singing the Bible, you can find them camping, riding bikes, or snuggling up with a good book.WebsiteInstagramFacebookPodcastCourtney DoctorCourtney Doctor is an author, Bible teacher, frequent conference and retreat speaker, and periodic blogger. She received an MDiv from Covenant Theological Seminary in 2013 and is a Bible teacher and author of several books and Bible studies including From Garden to Glory: How Understanding God's Story Changes Yours (2024); Steadfast: A Devotional Bible Study on the Book of James (2019); and In View of God's Mercies: The Gift of the Gospel in Romans (2022). She currently serves as the Director of Women's InitiatLive Like It's True is part of the Resound Podcast Network. For more gospel centered resources visit ResoundMedia.cc . Check out my nine week study, Control Girl: Lessons on Surrendering Your Burden of Control from Seven Women in the Bible.We've got leader's guides, free bonuses and more for you at ControlGirl.com. My Live Like It's True workbook will help you get the most out of your study of the narrative sections of your Bible. It includes my False Narrative Watchlist, my True Story Worksheet, my Story Elements Bookmark and more. Get your free workbook here. Learn more at ShannonPopkin.com.

Discipleship looks different in different seasons. We don't always have the same capacity, schedule, or set of circumstances as our seasons of life shift and change. In this episode, Hunter talks with Courtney Doctor and Melissa Kruger about the practical elements of discipleship and pointing others to Christ in all of life. We'd love to hear your discipleship stories! If you have a good discipleship story to share, please record a 30-to-60-second voice memo and send it to info@journeywomen.org. FULL SHOW NOTES DISCUSSION QUESTIONS What are some opportunities you have in your current season to invite a younger or older woman into your home? (After kids' bedtime, lunch after church, etc.) How can you be intentional to make your conversations with Christians look different from conversations in the world? Before you enter a group or one-on-one discussion, what are some specific questions you can take time to think through beforehand? What are some healthy expectations for discipling? What might you do or implement based on what you learned in this week's episode? FOR MORE Give to Journeywomen Ministries  Listen on Apple Podcasts | Android | Spotify Follow Us: Instagram | Facebook Leave a rating & review Interviews do not imply Journeywomen's endorsement of all writings and positions of the interviewee or any other resources mentioned.  On the Journeywomen podcast, we'll help you know and love God through his Word, find your hope in the gospel, and invest deeply in your local church as you go out on mission for the glory of God.

Hear from Courtney Doctor and Hunter Beless as we talk through Paul's message in Titus. In our conversation, learn about the development of Courtney and Hunter's friendship, the significance of studying Titus in the context of women's ministry, and the development of their new Bible study on the book of Titus. We'll explore the themes of right belief and character, the relationship between indicatives and imperatives, and the importance of understanding primary, secondary, and tertiary doctrines. LINKSTitus Bible Study Other resources from Courtney Other resources from Hunter The Gospel CoalitionRECOMMENDED: Learn how to grow in Christlikeness with Eunice Chung. MARKED is a podcast from Lifeway Women: https://women.lifeway.com/blog/podcasts/.Hosted by Andrea Lennon and Elizabeth Hyndman.CONNECT WITH US!Follow Lifeway Women, Hunter Beless, and Courtney Doctor on Instagram.Join us at a Going Beyond Live event with Priscilla Shirer! Learn more at lifeway.com/goingbeyond. To learn more about Symposium, visit lifeway.com/symposium. Sign up for The Gospel of John online Bible study at lifewaywomen.com/gospelofjohnobs. To learn more about the Grace Bible for Kids, visit lifeway.com/gracebible.

"Christ abiding in us and us abiding in Christ is simultaneously something incredibly mysterious and something incredibly ordinary." — Courtney DoctorToday's episode: Listen in as Courtney Doctor elaborates on the profound mystery of Christ dwelling in us...right alongside the ordinary reality of us spending regular time in his Word. She helps us understand the practical application of this verse, the difference between abiding and striving, and what it looks like to have fruitful lives.   This month's memory verse: “I am the vine; you are the branches. If you remain in me and I in you, you will bear much fruit; apart from me you can do nothing.” — John 15:5  Today's guest: Courtney Doctor received an MDiv from Covenant Theological Seminary and currently serves as the Director of Women's Initiatives for The Gospel Coalition. She is a Bible teacher and author of , From Garden to Glory as well as several Bible studies including Titus: Displaying the Gospel of Grace, In View of God's Mercies, and Behold and Believe. Courtney and her husband Craig have four children, five beautiful grandchildren, and a goofy dog named Walter.Support our show: Leave us a comment and a rating!Links from today's show: Check out our EASTER SALE! Find out more about Courtney!  Memorize and meditate on God's Word with a Dwell Differently membership. Dig even deeper into God's Word (and memorize it!) in Natalie and Vera's Bible study, Dwell on These Things and book, Dwell Differently. Support the showFollow Natalie & Vera at DwellDifferently.com and @dwelldifferenly.

In this episode, Hunter chats with Courtney Doctor to begin our new series, Displaying the Gospel through Discipleship. One way we display the gospel and live on mission is through our discipling relationships. Yet, so many of us are intimidated by Christ's command to go and make disciples. In this series, we will grow in our understanding of discipleship and how we can practically go about doing it.  Over the past two years, Courtney and Hunter have been working on a verse-by-verse Bible study on the book of Titus entitled Titus: Displaying the Gospel of Grace. Many of us are familiar with the classic Titus 2 passage on discipling, but through this entire series, we hope to highlight the beauty of intergenerational relationships in the church and what it actually looks like to display the gospel through those relationships. In this episode, they're talking about what discipleship is—whether formal or informal—what discipleship has looked like in their lives personally, and what Scripture says should be at the heart of it all. Courtney Doctor received an MDiv from Covenant Theological Seminary and currently serves as the Director of Women's Initiatives for The Gospel Coalition.  FULL SHOW NOTES DISCUSSION QUESTIONS How do you define discipleship? How has discipleship played a role in your life? What are the things to “insist on” in a discipleship relationship? What could formal or informal discipleship look like in your life right now? Who is someone (older or younger) who you could ask about beginning a formal discipleship relationship together? What might you do or implement based on what you learned in this week's episode? FOR MORE Give to Journeywomen Ministries  Listen on Apple Podcasts | Android | Spotify Follow Us: Instagram | Facebook Leave a rating & review Interviews do not imply Journeywomen's endorsement of all writings and positions of the interviewee or any other resources mentioned.  On the Journeywomen podcast, we'll help you know and love God through his Word, find your hope in the gospel, and invest deeply in your local church as you go out on mission for the glory of God.

Today on the 4:13, you're going to see the Bible from the Garden to Glory! Author and Bible teacher Courtney Doctor will show you how to read the Bible as one big, beautiful story—a true story that reveals both our past and future and places us in the middle of the “already” and “not yet.” You'll discover how all the parts of the Bible fit together brilliantly as a unified whole, and you'll be encouraged to live in hopeful anticipation of the story's epic finale—when Heaven and Earth are renewed in glory. SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/338  Enter to win the GIVEAWAY and read the episode TRANSCRIPT in the show notes. Get my weekly email, Java with Jennifer, to be notified when a new podcast episode releases. Subscribe HERE.

We're opening Week 2 of our Genesis reading plan this week with special guest Courtney Doctor! Courtney brings both her depth of knowledge and passion for Scripture to this conversation to help us see the thread of the gospel and God's promise to redeem His people throughout this week's stories. Open your Bibles with us this week! This episode corresponds to Week 1 of She Reads Truth's Genesis reading plan. You can read with the She Reads Truth community on our site, app, or with our Genesis printed or digital Daily Reading Guide.Use code HEPROMISED for 15% off anything in the Promises of God collection at ShopSheReadsTruth.com.Big thanks to our episode sponsor:AG1– Sign up for a subscription at DrinkAG1.com/truth and receive a FREE $76 gift in your first box. She Reads Truth on Instagram & FacebookRaechel Myers on InstagramAmanda Bible Williams on InstagramCourtney Doctor on Instagram*If you purchase something through our links, She Reads Truth may earn an affiliate commission.

This conversation with Courtney Doctor was an ABSOLUTE DELIGHT TO MY SOUL. Courtney is an author, Bible teacher, frequent conference and retreat speaker, and the Director of Women's Initiatives at The Gospel Coalition. Courtney teaches and disciples us for an hour and I cannot wait for this episode to bless you like it did me! Enjoy!  ____________________________________Subscribe to my emails and Monthlyish Newsletter here!Join the Sunny & 65 bookclub here!mackandbenj.comLET'S CONNECT: madi@sunnyand65.com____________________________________FROM THE EPISODE:#SA65Bookclub Book of the Month for January: The Last Sin Eater by Francine RiversInstagram @courtneycdoctor Courtneydoctor.orgThe Gospel Coalition Website Code: COURTNEY25From Garden To Glory by Courtney DoctorDwell Differently MinistryIsaiah 46:9-10Romans 8:32A Severe Mercy by Sheldon VanaukenEven Better Than Eden by Nancy GuthrieEphesians 2:8-10 Romans 8:32 Romans 8:1 Nancy GuthrieJen Wilkin Melissa Kruger Jackie Hill Perry Knowing Faith Journey Women Risen Motherhood To Kill A MockingbirdOTHER FUN THINGS:MADISCHULTZ.CO I'm selling Christian prints!My Favorite ThingsGlory Presets MUST-READ Books30% Off Lifetime Subsc. to Dwell Bible AppThe Daily Grace Co.

At TGCW24, Courtney Doctor teaches on Jesus's statement, “I AM the Good Shepherd” from John 10:11-18. A good shepherd cares for, protects, and provides for his sheep.Throughout scripture, we're compared to the sheep who go astray or get lost. We need continual care and vigilant protection, and Christ offers us that and so much more. He's a shepherd who seeks out the one lost sheep and rejoices at its discovery! He leads us, guides us, and restores our souls.Doctor teaches the following: The role of shepherds in the biblical narrativeJesus as the Good ShepherdSurprise 1: seeking unexpected sheepSurprise 2: leading on unexpected pathsSurprise 3: dying an unexpected deathThe Lamb is worshiped as the shepherd in Revelation 7Know the Good Shepherd and follow him foreverHelp The Gospel Coalition build up a renewed church for tomorrow. Let's Build Together: Donate Today at tgc.org/together

"Everybody has a 'yes' they can give [to mentor someone]. Give up your time for the good of someone else, then you will...also grow in it."— Courtney Doctor Today's Episode: What does a mentoring relationship really look like? Today Courtney Doctor and Hunter Beless are pulling back the curtain of their mentoring relationship. They are real and deep and rooted in the Word. And they are fun and practical and hilarious, and you won't want the conversation to end! We hope this episode blesses you and encourages you to intentionally pursue relationships with your gospel-friends like Hunter and Courtney do. Today's Verse: "Whatever you have learned or received or heard from me, or seen in me—put it into practice. And the God of peace will be with you." — Philippians 4:9The Dwell on These Things Series: We're talking about the 6 verses in our new Scripture memory Bible study with some of our favorite people! We're talking about joy, peace, a firm mind, and the nearness of God himself. And we're also talking with vulnerability and compassion about the things that plague our hearts, keep us up at night, and give us anxiety. Want more? Get the Dwell on These Things Bible study today!Today's guests:Courtney Doctor received an MDiv from Covenant Theological Seminary and currently serves as the Director of Women's Initiatives for The Gospel Coalition. She is a Bible teacher and author of From Garden to Glory as well as several Bible studies including  In View of God's Mercies, Behold and Believe, and Remember your Joy. Courtney and her husband Craig have four children, five beautiful grandchildren, and a goofy dog named Walter.Hunter Beless is passionate about helping women and children know and love God more, especially through His Word. She is the founder of Journeywomen, hosts the Journeywomen podcast, and loves doing ministry in her local church context. Hunter and her husband, Brooks, have four wonderful kiddos. When they're not snuggled up reading a good book, you can find the Beless family gardening, riding bikes, or exploring the Buffalo River. Learn more about Hunter at www.hunterbeless.com.Support Our Show: Review our show on Spotify or Apple.Links from today's show: Find out more about Courtney at CourtneyDoctor.org and Hunter at HunterBeless.com.Get your own copy of the Dwell on These Things Bible study. Discover the simplest way to get God's Word in your head and heart: Dwell Differently's monthly membership!Support the show

Courtney Doctor shared her motivation behind writing her book, which aims to unravel God's grand narrative from start to finish for readers. Key themes included the significance of seeing the Bible not as disconnected stories but as a cohesive narrative and the importance of understanding our place within God's overarching story. SHOW NOTES cont. https://www.graceenoughpodcast.com/narrative/ Follow Grace Enough on IG: https://www.instagram.com/graceenoughpodcast_amber/ Follow Grace Enough: https://www.facebook.com/graceenoughpodcast www.graceenoughpodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How do you become a woman who helps other women know and love God's Word? Find out from guest Courtney Doctor in this episode of Grounded.

What does the Gospel, the big message of who God is in the world, have to do with the here and now? Everything. Midlife is a time of transition, often unexpected change, and trusting that God is with us every turn and upheaval is a gift that stabilizes us in a season that can feel anything but stable. Courtney Doctor is the perfect person to be with us in this conversation. Through her work as the Director of Women's Initiatives at The Gospel Coalition, Courtney speaks with women of all life stages about how God's big story right sizes our current stress. When we remember who God IS and what he PROMISES, we can feel a little more sure that we will get through the day. No amount of midlife stress will change God's nature or plan for the world. This is an episode about God meeting us where we are right now at this very moment. We hope it meets you in your deepest need - he can and he does. FIND MORE ABOUT COURTNEY Courtney's Website and Instagram Courtneys book- From Garden to Glory   A FEW THINGS MENTIONED Other books mentioned: Prayers in the night by Tish Harrison Warren Growing Together by Melissa Kruger One to One Bible Reading by David Helm Even Better than Eden by Nancy Guthrie Scriptures mentioned: Exodus 34 Matthew 26 Psalms 23 John 17 Genesis 3 QUESTIONS TO MAKE YOU RISE What small part of your life feels mundane that could be a place where you see God today? How does knowing that God is reconciling all things to himself bring you peace? Is God answering a prayer in a way that you are not seeing?

Jen Wilkin and Kyle Worley are joined by Courtney Doctor to discuss her new book From Garden to Glory!Questions Covered in This Episode:Why'd you write this book?When was biblical theology on your radar?What are the “aha” moments when telling the story of the Bible?How does understanding the Bible as a great narrative change one's faith?You suggest that the structure of the bible's story is a bit like a good fairy tale - what do you mean by that?How do you picture this book being utilized in the local church?Guest Bio:Courtney Doctor is an author, Bible teacher, frequent conference and retreat speaker, and periodic blogger. She received an MDiv from Covenant Theological Seminary in 2013 and is the author of several Bible studies, including From Garden to Glory, Steadfast, and In View of God's Mercies. She currently serves as the Director of Women's Initiatives for The Gospel Coalition. Her greatest desire in all of this is to be able to faithfully study, apply, and teach the word of God and help others to do the same. God has blessed Courtney and her husband, Craig, with four wonderful children, three great kids-in-law, five sweet grandchildren — and their much-loved, goofy dog, Walter.Resources Mentioned in this Episode:“From Garden to Glory” by Courtney DoctorTGC Womens Follow Us:Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | WebsiteOur Sister Podcasts:The Family Discipleship Podcast | Confronting Christianity | Starting Place | Tiny TheologiansSupport Training the Church and Become a Patron:patreon.com/trainingthechurch Interested in starting seminary and our new 100% tuition For the Church Cohorts? Learn more about what it means to study #ForTheChurch at Midwestern Seminary and apply for free with code KNOWINGFAITH at mbts.edu/apply.Sponsors:To learn more about our sponsors please visit our website. Editing and support by The Good Podcast Co.

Rebecca McLaughlin teaches five key points on how to give a memorable talk, including using metaphors and sharing stories to engage your audience. She joins Melissa Kruger, Jen Wilkin, Courtney Doctor, and Elizabeth Woodson to discuss their journeys into Bible teaching, highlighting preparation and how to use spiritual gifts in church leadership. They encourage humility and integrating apologetics in women's ministry to address contemporary issues.Watch the Q&A that follows the panel discussion!

Jen Wilkin explores God's gifts in women to lead, teach the Bible, and create spaces for others to thrive.After her talk, Wilkin joins Melissa Kruger, Rebecca McLaughlin, Courtney Doctor, and Elizabeth Woodson to discuss women's contributions to the church, the importance of sibling relationships within God's family, and overcoming opposition in ministry. The panelists encourage and equip women with tools to prepare for these callings and persevere through challenges.

Have you ever read the Bible and just been totally confused? Sometimes it seems irrelevant and just too hard to relate to or comprehend? Join us as we chat with teacher and author, Courtney Doctor about her desire for wanting to help people not feel this way anymore! In her most recent book, she talks about the glory that God has planned for us as His children and how everything about the Bible's bigger story, changes ours! Connect with Courtney: @courtneycdoctor Buy her book: https://www.courtneydoctor.org TGCW Discount Code: Courtney25 Craving more from Going There the Podcast? Come be our friend! Make sure you're following along on Instagram @goingtherethepodcast and subscribe to our podcast so that you never miss a new episode! If you love what you heard, we'd be so happy if you left us a rating and review on your podcast app. This way, more people can find us and join our fun convo!

“The words that we speak simply are revealing what's already there—they're not making it, they're not creating it, they're just the thing that spills over.” — Courtney DoctorJoin Natalie Abbott and Courtney Doctor as they discuss how what we say reveals what's going on inside us, how seeing the ugliness within us come out can sometimes be a gift, and how Jesus enables us to be people with transformed hearts and good that spills out. God himself is our ultimate good and the one who bears good fruit in us, and we know him through his Word. Let's be people who let God's Word be the thing that remains.This month's memory verse:  "A good man brings good things out of the good stored up in his heart." — Luke 6:45a Today's guest: Courtney Doctor received an MDiv from Covenant Theological Seminary and currently serves as the Director of Women's Initiatives for The Gospel Coalition. She is a Bible teacher and author of several Bible studies including From Garden to Glory, In View of God's Mercies, and Behold and Believe. You can connect with Courtney on Instagram or through her website.Memorize Scripture with us: Find out more about Dwell Differently's monthly kit with temporary tattoos or stickers, a display card, a key tag, and more to help you know and dwell on God's Word. Get our weekly devotional email: Dive deeper into this month's verse. Did you love today's episode?: We'd love to hear about it! Would you leave a rating or review in your podcast player to help others find the show? Links from today's show: Get to know Courtney Doctor and find her resources.Natalie and Vera wrote a book! Order your copy of Dwell Differently: Overcome Negative Thinking with the Simple Practice of Memorizing God's Truth today!Join us at TGCW24 in June.Listen to Courtney Doctor's previous episode on the Dwell Differently podcast.Support the Show.

We may be tempted to think the New Testament is the most important part of the Bible, but Courtney shows us how the Bible from garden to glory can transform us. You can find her book "From Garden to Glory" linked or follow ⁠⁠Courtney on Instagram. You can find Elizabeth writing helpful hints ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠on the blog⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Helping you love Jesus and disciple your kids ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠on Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Or get access to the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠"Bible Study" by signing up with email! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ *affiliate links are used when appropriate. Thank you for supporting Sunshine in My Nest --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elizabeth-santelmann/support

I'd love to hear from you! Have you considered the magnitude of God's promises to you? Has your life been shaped by those promises, the way Abraham and Sarah's were? I'm so grateful for Courtney Doctor and her brilliant mind. Don't miss part one of this great conversation. This time, we're talking about all of the surprises tucked into the origin story of God's people. Guest: Courtney DoctorBible Passage: Genesis 12:1-4Freebie: Praying the PromisesResound Media: Go to www.ResoundMedia.cc for more Gospel centered resources.Mentioned Resources:“An Absurd Story of Being Fooled by God's Enemy”– Courtney's Episode on Live Like It's TrueThe Gospel Coalition's Women's Conference – (TGCW24) June 20, 2024 - June 22, 2024Register for my Breakout Session at TGCW – Gospel Thriving For Teens in a World That ComparesBehold and Believe: A Bible Study on the “I Am” Statements of Jesus by Courtney DoctorFrom Garden to Glory by Courtney DoctorPurchase on Amazon: Shaped by God's Promises: Lessons from Sarah on Fear and FaithLearn More about my new study: Shaped by God's PromisesMusic: Cade PopkinCourtney DoctorCourtney is a wife and mom, author and Bible teacher, director of women's initiatives at The Gospel Coalition. In her new book, From Garden to Glory: How Understanding God's Story Changes Yours (on sale May 7, 2024), Courtney gives an overview of the Bible—from God's creation to new creation and the role believers play.Shaped by God's Promises: Lessons from Sarah on Fear and Faith {buy now}Comparison Girl for Teens {buy now} Visit www.shannonpopkin.com/promises/ to learn more about my six-week Bible study with Our Daily Bread, titled, "Shaped by God's Promises: Lessons from Sarah on Fear and Faith." Learn how you too can be shaped by the promises of our faithful God.

In this panel discussion from TGC23, Courtney Doctor, Vanessa Hawkins, and Melissa Kruger delve into strategies for shepherding women within the local church.The panel encourages pastors to invest in women's theological training and for men and women to be in the same room as they serve in ministry together. For women in leadership to thrive within the local church, pastors need to pray for them, include them, and proactively seek their input on how to effectively care for and shepherd the women in their congregations.

I'd love to hear from you! When Courtney was in her early twenties, she was in a church membership class, where the gospel was being explained and she kept raising her hand, saying, "I chose God. I know; I was there..." Can you relate with the sense that you were the one who chose God? What if your story is actually one of God taking the initiative? And what if that was actually really good news? I'm so grateful to have Courtney Doctor returning to the Live Like It's True podcast, where we're in the second part of our Sarah series—considering the story of Sarah found in Genesis 12-21 which started with God choosing her little family of two and promising to make of them a great nation.Guest: Courtney DoctorBible Passage: Genesis 12:1-4Freebie: Praying the PromisesResound Media: Go to www.ResoundMedia.cc for more Gospel centered resources.Mentioned Resources:“An Absurd Story of Being Fooled by God's Enemy”– Courtney's Episode on Live Like It's TrueThe Gospel Coalition's Women's Conference – (TGCW) June 20 –  22, 2024Register for my Breakout Session at TGCW – Gospel Thriving For Teens in a World That ComparesBehold and Believe: A Bible Study on the “I Am” Statements of Jesus by Courtney DoctorFrom Garden to Glory by Courtney DoctorPurchase on Amazon: Shaped by God's Promises: Lessons from Sarah on Fear and FaithLearn More about my new study: Shaped by God's PromisesMusic: Cade PopkinCourtney DoctorCourtney is a wife and mom, author and Bible teacher, director of women's initiatives at The Gospel Coalition. In her new book, From Garden to Glory: How Understanding God's Story Changes Yours (on sale May 7, 2024), Courtney gives an overview of the Bible—from God's creation to new creation and the role believers play.Connect with Courtney:Website: CourtneyDoctor.comInstagram: @courtneydoctorShaped by God's Promises: Lessons from Sarah on Fear and Faith {buy now}Comparison Girl for Teens {buy now} Visit www.shannonpopkin.com/promises/ to learn more about my six-week Bible study with Our Daily Bread, titled, "Shaped by God's Promises: Lessons from Sarah on Fear and Faith." Learn how you too can be shaped by the promises of our faithful God.

In this episode of Digging Deeper, Jeff and Laura are joined by Courtney Doctor as we continue this series, Believe. Courtney is the Director of Women's Initiatives for the Gospel Coalition. She is passionate about helping women in their local church around the world. In this episode, we take a look at where we see the theme of the book of John and why it is so important. Additional Resources: - Learn more about Courtney Doctor and her work with The Gospel Coalition. - Subscribe to our YouTube channel and hit the notification bell to get notified of new episodes.

Calling all Bible nerds! This episode with my sweet friend, Courtney Doctor, director at The Gospel Coalition and author, is a little silly, and a lot packed with theological truths in an understanding way. If you've ever wondered how to read God's Word as a whole story, or how you fit into God's story (and how that's a good thing), you're going to want to grab your earbuds. We also have a special announcement and giveaway in this episode you DON'T WANT TO MISS. Grab Courtney's book, From Garden to Glory. Join us at TGCW24 Conference and save $25 with code: TARASFRIENDS. Enter for a chance to win Courtney's book! Simply screenshot this episode, post it to your Instagram story and tag @misstarasun and @courtneycdoctor. We'll announce the winner on Instagram stories. -- OUR SPONSORS: Celebrate the progress you've already made. Visit https://www.betterhelp.com/truthtalks today to get 10% off your first month. If you want to take ownership of your health, it starts with AG1. Try AG1 and get a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D3K2 AND 5 free AG1 Travel Packs with your first purchase exclusively at https://www.drinkAG1.com/truthtalks. Go to https://www.thrivemarket.com/truthtalks for 30% off your first order, plus a FREE $60 gift! -- Connect with Tara: Instagram / Her book / Her website / Her discount code page / YouTube / The free, email family / Sponsor a child through Compassion Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Grounded, Courtney Doctor share how every part of the Bible connects to God's mission of redeeming all things.

In this episode, Hunter talks with Courtney Doctor about the beauty and the mutual edification of discipleship. As they talk, you will hear Courtney's heart for God's Word and her passion for knowing it, loving it, being changed by it, and teaching it. We pray this episode encourages you to seek out an older or younger woman with whom you can grow in godliness. FULL SHOW NOTES SERIES RESOURCES SPONSOR RESOURCES DISCUSSION QUESTIONS Describe your personal experience of being a disciple of Jesus. Where in Scripture do you see encouragement to disciple or be discipled? Have you ever felt inadequate for the task of discipleship? What specific encouragement did you draw from this conversation? Is there a person (younger or older) who was brought to mind as you listened to the episode? Consider initiating a conversation with them this week about entering into a discipleship relationship. What might you do or implement based on what you learned in this episode? FOR MORE Give to Journeywomen Ministries  Listen on Apple Podcasts | Android | Spotify Follow Us: Instagram | Facebook Leave a rating & review Interviews do not imply Journeywomen's endorsement of all writings and positions of the interviewee or any other resources mentioned.  On the Journeywomen podcast, we'll come alongside you in the seasons and challenges of life to move you to know and love God and his Word, to find your hope in the gospel, and to invest deeply in your local church as you go out on mission for the glory of God.

We're delighted to welcome Courtney Doctor onto the podcast today as we delve into the whole of John chapter 8.  Courtney is an author and Bible teacher, and currently serves as Director of Women's Initiatives at The Gospel Coalition.  Together with Joanna Kimbrel, she has recently written a Bible study on the ‘I Am' sayings in John's Gospel entitled Behold and Believe.For some bible study questions to go along with this episode, click here.

Elizabeth Woodson is joined by Courtney Doctor to continue the conversation discussing God's attributes to look at what it means that God is omniscient. Questions Covered in This Episode:What is a passage or verse that helps show us God's omniscience? Can you share a story of how God's all-knowing nature has brought you comfort or challenged you in your spiritual growth journey?In what ways do you think we try to be all-knowing like God? How has this pursuit of limitless knowledge impacted us?What are some practical ways we can resist this temptation to pursue human omniscience? How does God's omniscience point us to the gospel?Guest Bio:Courtney Doctor received an MDiv from Covenant Theological Seminary and currently serves as the Director of Women's Initiatives for The Gospel Coalition. She is a Bible teacher and author of several Bible studies including From Garden to Glory, Steadfast, Remember Your Joy, and In View of God's Mercies. Courtney and her husband Craig have four children and five beautiful grandchildren.Reflection Question:How should the truth of God's omniscience change the way you live?Continue Learning:A Curious Faith - Lore WilbertKnowing God - J.I. PackerThe Power of Knowing God - Tony EvansGod Knows - Lisa WhittleAmazon affiliate links are used where appropriate. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases, thank you for supporting Training the Church. Sponsors:To learn more about our sponsors please visit our website.Follow Us:Twitter | Instagram | TikTokOur Sister Podcasts:Knowing Faith | The Family Discipleship Podcast | Confronting Christianity | Tiny TheologiansStarting Place with Elizabeth Woodson is a podcast of Training the Church. For ad-free episodes and more content check out our Patreon.

There is some surprising and inspiring truth in the book of James. This small book is jam packed with wisdom on leadership, purity, and discipleship. Join us for a conversation with Courtney Doctor where we discover the beauty and wisdom contained in this book.  Courtney Doctor (MDiv, Covenant Theological Seminary) serves as coordinator of women's initiatives for The Gospel Coalition. She's a Bible teacher and author of several Bible studies including From Garden to Glory: A Bible Study on the Bible's Story, Steadfast: A Devotional Bible Study on the Book of James, and (coming soon) In View of God's Mercies: The Gift of the Gospel in Romans. Courtney and her husband Craig have four children, two daughters-in-law, and five beautiful grandchildren. You can follow her on Twitter and Instagram.  This week's reading: Hebrews 7 - 1 John 5 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's episode, Courtney Doctor and Joanna Kimbrel share encouragement to women, pastors, and churches about how to support women's ministry today. Courtney Doctor serves as the director of women's initiatives for the Gospel Coalition. She is a Bible teacher and the author of several books. Joanna Kimbrel serves as a content coordinator for the Gospel Coalition and is pursuing a master of arts in theological studies from Westminster Theological Seminary. They are also both co-authors of 'Behold and Believe: A Bible Study on the "I Am" Statements of Jesus'. Read the full transcript of this episode. If you enjoyed this episode be sure to leave us a review, which helps us spread the word about the show! Complete this survey for a free audiobook by Kevin DeYoung!

Do you have questions about the book of Romans? Who wrote it? Why did it mattered then? And why does it matters now? Explore the timeless truths and theological richness found within this remarkable letter penned by the apostle Paul. This conversation will illuminate the profound impact of Romans on Christian theology and its relevance in our lives today. Don't miss this enlightening discussion that promises to deepen your understanding of the book of Romans. Courtney Doctor (MDiv, Covenant Theological Seminary) serves as coordinator of women's initiatives for The Gospel Coalition. She's a Bible teacher and author of several Bible studies including From Garden to Glory: A Bible Study on the Bible's Story, Steadfast: A Devotional Bible Study on the Book of James, and (coming soon) In View of God's Mercies: The Gift of the Gospel in Romans. Courtney and her husband Craig have four children, two daughters-in-law, and five beautiful grandchildren. You can follow her on Twitter and Instagram.  This week's reading: Acts 19 - Romans 12 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A new survey of churches across the US reveals that only 17% of women's ministry leaders are in paid staff positions at their churches. Put another way, 83% of women's ministry leaders serve totally as volunteers. Additionally, only 5% of women's ministry leaders conduct their planning with the involvement of the wider church staff.Women's ministry can be a great joy, but it can also be a heavy burden. Women's ministry leaders often face variables that are unseen by other church members and leaders. Navigating inequities in pay and involvement in overall church vision and strategy can be isolating. On this episode of All Things Jen Oshman asks Jen Wilkin tons of women's ministry questions: Why it's beneficial. Why and how to integrate it within the broader church staff and vision.Why it's important that women are paid for their work (Serving is good too! But pay does matter.).What makes a substantive women's ministry. How women who lead as volunteers can begin a conversation about wages with their leadership. If women should go to seminary if they aren't guaranteed paid work. How women who serve in healthy churches can encourage their sisters who don't. A gospel-centered perspective on growing women's ministry, even when it feels tough. . We cover a lot of ground! If you are a woman in ministry, a woman in church, or a man in ministry, this episode is for you.Many thanks to our episode sponsor: Crossway: crossway.org Behold and Believe: A Bible Study on the "I Am" Statements of Jesus, by Courtney Doctor, Joanna Kimbrel - https://www.crossway.org/books/behold-and-believe-tpb/Women of the Word: How to Study the Bible with Both Our Hearts and Our Minds, by Jen Wilkin - https://www.crossway.org/books/women-of-the-word-tpb-2/Word-Filled Women's Ministry: Loving and Serving the Church, edited by Gloria Furman, Kathleen Nielson - https://www.crossway.org/books/word-filled-womens-ministry-tpb/ To learn more about Jen Wilkin's work: https://www.jenwilkin.net/Resources mentioned on the epsidoe: Honor Thy Church Mothers—with Wages: Christianity Today article by Jen Wilkin - https://www.christianitytoday.com/ct/2023/october/wilkin-women-ministry-leaders-church-staff-wages-lifeway.html The State of Ministry to Women by LIfeway Research - https://research.lifeway.com/state-of-ministry-to-women/ Resources for growth for women in ministry: Lifeway Women Academy: Online Courses for Women, by Women - https://www.lifeway.com/en/special-emphasis/lifeway-women-academyWomen's Ministry Leadership cohort with The Gospel Coalition - https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/tgcwomen/#cohortsSimeon's Trust Online Courses - https://simeontrust.org/online-courses/Bible Equipping Cohorts - https://bibleequipping.org/cohorts

In our episode a couple of weeks ago Jen Wilkin shared with us that 43% of Christians believe that Jesus was just a good teacher and not God. Today you get to join us a living room theological conversation. Courtney, Joanna, and I are going to talk about how scripture shows how Jesus fulfilled the Old Testament prophecy. Knowing these things intimately will help us cause us to grow and live out resulting in evangelization. You can find "Behold and Believe" here. Be sure to follow Courtney Doctor and Joanna Kimbrel on Instagram to find more of their resources. Also if you want Joanna's thing she could do an ad for you can find "Flare Calmer" here You can find Elizabeth writing helpful hints ⁠on the blog⁠ Being a stay-at-home mom co-worker ⁠on Instagram ⁠ Or get access to the ⁠"Penpal Resources" by signing up with email! ⁠ *affiliate links are used when appropriate. Thank you for supporting Sunshine in my Nest --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elizabeth-santelmann/support

This month on MARKED, we're doing a fun new miniseries all about Lifeway Women Academy. Each episode of this series will release on Wednesdays, and Elizabeth Woodson joins Elizabeth Hyndman to talk to a Lifeway Women Academy teacher about her journey into theological education and how studying theology has marked her in her walk with Christ.  For the last episode of our Lifeway Women Academy miniseries, we talked to Courtney Doctor. Courtney taught Romans and Paul's letters to church leaders in our New Testament Survey course. These books are packed with theological issues, so we asked Courtney what advice she would give to someone when she comes to a passage that is either difficult or has multiple interpretations. Listen in to our conversation to hear her wise counsel! RESOURCES: Covenant Theological Seminary Dallas Theological Seminary In View of God's Mercies: The Gift of the Gospel in Romans Bible Study Book by Courtney Doctor Lifeway Women Academy LWA: New Testament Survey MARKED is a podcast from Lifeway Women: https://women.lifeway.com/blog/podcasts/. Hosted by Elizabeth Woodson and Elizabeth Hyndman. RECOMMENDED: Check out our interview with DeeDee Williams on how she is passionate about studying the Old Testament and why it's important for women to understand and see the beauty in the Old Testament as well as the New. About Courtney Doctor Courtney is an author and Bible teacher. She received an MDiv from Covenant Theological Seminary in 2013 and is the author of In View of God's Mercies, a 9-session study on the book of Romans,  From Garden to Glory: A Bible Study on the Bible's Story, Steadfast: A Devotional Bible Study on the Book of James, and co-author of Remember Your Joy: A Bible Study of Salvation Stories in the Old Testament. She currently serves as the Coordinator of Women's Initiatives for The Gospel Coalition. Her greatest desire in all of this is to be able to faithfully study, apply, and teach the Word of God and help others to do the same.  God has blessed Courtney and her husband, Craig, with four wonderful children, two amazing daughters-in-law, five precious grandchildren, and a spunky Bernedoodle named Walter. Find her online at courtneydoctor.org.

We've made it to Week 3, the last week of our Psalms for Prayer study together! This week, Raechel, Amanda, and special guest Courtney Doctor look at the final few psalms of this plan to learn how to freely and fully admit our feelings and circumstances in prayer to God. As they use these psalms to seek God's provision, comfort, and guidance, they unpack how ultimately all of these things are incomparable to the gift of God's presence through prayer. Read with Us: This episode corresponds to Week 3 of the She Reads Truth Psalms for Prayer reading plan found on the She Reads Truth app and SheReadsTruth.com. Shop the Psalms for Prayer collection at ShopSheReadsTruth.com. Show notes can be found at shereadstruth.com/podcast/psalms-for-prayer-week-3-with-courtney-doctorOpen Your Bibles: (passages referenced in this episode)CSB translation unless otherwise noted Day 15: Psalm 143Day 16: Psalm 142Day 17: Psalm 146Day 18: Psalm 84Day 19: Psalm 63Other Scriptures Mentioned:Psalm 34:3 (ESV)Show Notes“This is the Hour” by Christy Nockels“If I was a Bird” by Mission House, Jess Ray, and Taylor LeonhardtFor Courtney's research on the Sons of Korah, see Psalms: An Expositional Commentary, Vol. 2: Psalms 42-106 (The Expositional Commentary Series) by James Montomgery BoiceEpisode Sponsor: Hiya Vitamins—Get 50% off your first order at HiyaHealth.com/truthSundays for Dogs—Get 35% off your first order of Sundays at SundaysForDogs.com/TRUTH or use code TRUTH at checkout.Upcoming Reading Plans: Ezra—begins Monday, September 4, 2023Socials: She Reads Truth on Instagram & FacebookRaechel Myers on InstagramAmanda Bible Williams on InstagramCourtney Doctor's personal website*If you purchase something through our links, She Reads Truth may earn an affiliate commission.

This week on the MARKED Podcast, we talked with Melissa Kruger about leadership. She shared how she developed a passion for helping women discover their calling to leadership, as well as how she's seen God's faithfulness in her leadership journey.  We discuss why it's important for women to lean into their own leadership development, and how one of the discrepancies we often see for women in leadership—especially in ministry—is either the financial resources or support given to attend leadership conferences. How can women be an advocate for asking their leader to see this need? Listen in to find out! RESOURCES: Let's Talk Podcast Lifeway Women's Leadership Forum TGC MARKED is a podcast from Lifeway Women: https://women.lifeway.com/blog/podcasts/. Hosted by Kelly King and Elizabeth Hyndman. RECOMMENDED: Listen to Courtney Doctor as she shares how we can encourage women to dig deeper into their knowledge of the Word of God. About Melissa Kruger Melissa Kruger serves as vice president of discipleship programming for The Gospel Coalition (TGC). She's the author of multiple books, including The Envy of Eve: Finding Contentment in a Covetous World, Walking with God in the Season of Motherhood, Growing Together: Taking Mentoring Beyond Small Talk and Prayer Requests, and Wherever You Go I Want You to Know. Her husband, Mike, is the president of Reformed Theological Seminary in Charlotte, and they have three children.

Courtney Doctor is the Director of Women's Initiatives at The Gospel Coalition. She joins us this week to discuss the vital importance of discipleship and the heart-transforming power of God's Word. She shares the value of “life-on-life" discipleship, where authenticity and humility can grow as we help one another follow Jesus in everyday life. We also talk about how Scripture is vital for cultivating the kind of knowledge of God and love for God that transforms us and motivates us to live for Him.     Horse by Geraldine Brooks  Courtney Doctor's Books - In View of God's Mercies by Courtney Doctor  Steadfast: A Devotional Bible Study on the Book of James by Courtney Doctor  Prayer in the Night by Tish Harrison Warren  Even Better Than Eden by Nancy Guthrie  Help Me Teach the Bible podcast with Nancy Guthrie  Strong Women Podcast S2 41: Tethered to Christ With Nancy Guthrie  From Beginning to Forever by Elizabeth Woodson  Gospel Coalition free theology courses  Covenant Theological Seminary free online classes  Women of the Word: How to Study the Bible with Both Our Hearts and Our Minds by Jen Wilkin   Erin and her husband, Brett, run Maven which “exists to help the next generation know truth, pursue goodness, and create beauty, all for the cause of Christ.” Check out more about Maven here: https://maventruth.com/   The Strong Women Podcast is a product of the Colson Center which equips Christians to live out their faith with clarity, confidence, and courage in this cultural moment. Through commentaries, podcasts, videos, and more, we help Christians better understand what's happening in the world, and champion what is true and good wherever God has called them.  Learn more about the Colson Center here: https://www.colsoncenter.org/   Visit our website and sign up for our email list so that you can stay up to date on what we are doing here and also receive our monthly book list: https://www.colsoncenter.org/strong-women   Join Strong Women on Social Media:   https://www.facebook.com/StrongWomenCC  https://www.facebook.com/groups/strongwomencommunitycc/  https://www.instagram.com/strongwomencc/ 

When we experience deep sorrow, many of us long for heaven more than ever. The desire for a joy-filled eternity with God is a good one, wired in us by our Creator. But have you ever wondered what makes heaven such a source of hope for believers today? In this episode, Emily and Laura sit down with author and Bible teacher Courtney Doctor to look at what Scripture says about heaven. Throughout the Grief series, we've heard stories of suffering and pain, but the thread of hope woven throughout them all is the promise that one day God will wipe away every tear for those who are found in Christ (Rev. 21:4). As Christian moms, when we ponder what his Word has to say about heaven, we can better run our race here on earth. Never-ending joy truly awaits those in Christ. This episode is brought to you by our generous donors. If you'd like to join them or learn more, click here. Find the free download (Risen Motherhood x Every Moment Holy: Liturgies for Grieving Moms), discussion questions, links, and related resources from our Grief series here. R|M on Instagram, Facebook, & Twitter

“When current fear comes and it is looming large in your life, then what we need to do is . . . remember what God has done, remember his past faithfulness. . . . Let his past faithfulness cultivate current faith in us in the present.” –– Courtney DoctorIn her keynote message at TGCW22, Courtney Doctor teaches from 1 Samuel 17 about the true champion in the story of David and Goliath.Doctor says the battle between David and Goliath is actually about the King who has won the battle for us—King Jesus, in whom is our salvation and victory over sin and death. She teaches on three things about David that helped him win the battle and, if applied to our own lives, will help us in our own battle against sin:1. Realize God's greatness. David realized that coming in the name of the living God was more powerful than all the armor or weapons Goliath had.2. Remember God's faithfulness. Recalling all the times God saved him from danger in the past gave David faith in the present.3. Represent God's people. Those who were in David's army won because he won. The same is true if we're in Christ—because he has won, we also receive the victory even though we didn't earn it.Doctor closes with this reminder: “We are running after our Champion [Jesus] into a battle that has already been decided, so fix your eyes on the King of Glory, realize his greatness, remember his faithfulness, and keep running after him.”

“We can't love Christ and love his word and ignore the gospel imperative to love each other.” — Courtney DoctorIn our polarized world, Christians should be constantly demonstrating a better way toward unity. In this panel discussion at TGC21 (moderated by Vanessa Hawkins), Courtney Doctor, Suzanne Bates, Ruth Chou Simons, and Dennae Pierre discuss the barriers to gospel-centered racial unity and practical ways we can move forward.Some of these barriers to racial unity can include: fear of people who are different from us, lack of awareness of others' experiences, and the cost of investing time into these hard conversations. In foolishness and pride, we might see these as simple problems that need to be fixed. In humility and grace, we can listen to and learn from each other's complex experiences.If we are going to build a diverse church, we must be intentional. The panel discusses that reading books on ethnic and racial diversity, attending an ethnic church different from your own, and creating local spaces to have hard conversations, are some practical ways forward with Christ at the center.

Have you ever had an intruder? Knowing that someone has entered your space immediately makes you feel violated and on guard, and that's exactly how we're supposed to feel when an intruding serpent shows up in the Garden of Eden.I feel so honored to have Courtney Doctor as our guest today. Courtney is a an author, Bible teacher, frequent conference and retreat speaker, and she serves as coordinator for women's initiatives for the Gospel Coalition. Courtney's Bible study, From Garden to Glory: A Bible Study on the Bible's Story is part of our recommended resources all throughout this season. You can find that full list of books, podcast episodes and videos in the extended shownotes at shannonpopkin.com.Now, this episode is a little longer than usual, but it is so, so worth it. I hope you'll listen to every bit, as Courtney helps us explore this story about an intruding serpent who twists God's words, and then, in all absurdity, Adam and Eve listen to him. I hope this conversation will help you—as Courtney says—know where you are in the story, and live like the story is true.Guest: Courtney DoctorBible Passage: Genesis 3:1-15Get your Freebie: The Live Like It's True WorkbookMentioned Resources: In View of God's Mercies: The Gift of the Gospel in RomansRemember Your Joy: A Bible Study of Salvation Stories in the Old TestamentMusic: Cade Popkin MusicRecommended Resources:  Go to the extended shownotes for my recommended books, podcast episodes and more, which correlate with our conversations about Genesis 1-3 here in season 4. Courtney Doctor is an author, Bible teacher, frequent conference and retreat speaker, and periodic blogger. She received an MDiv from Covenant Theological Seminary in 2013. She currently serves as the Coordinator of Women's Initiatives for The Gospel Coalition. Her greatest desire in all of this is to be able to faithfully study, apply, and teach the word of God and help others to do the same.​God has blessed Courtney and her husband, Craig, with four wonderful children, two amazing daughters-in-law, five sweet grandchildren — and their much-loved, goofy dog, Walter.Find Courtney:WebsitePodcastInstagramFacebookTwitterFor the full set of shownotes, including recommended resources on Genesis 1-3, and more, go here.  Tags: Bible Podcast

“These things that he's giving—the hope and the joy and the peace—are not separate from him, they are part of him. He's the God of hope, so he's actually giving us himself.” — Courtney DoctorThis month's memory verse: “May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.” — Romans 15:13Today's podcast: In today's episode, Natalie Abbott and Courtney Doctor are taking a deep dive into this month's verse, Romans 15:13. So what is “hope”? And what are we supposed to hope in? Is overflowing with hope really possible? Don't miss this uplifting conversation where you'll be encouraged to remember who God is, be rooted in why hope and joy and peace that defy our circumstances is a reality for those who trust in Christ, and be stirred to think about how this overflowing hope isn't just for us, but for those around us as well.Our September Dwell guest: Courtney Doctor is an author, Bible teacher, frequent conference and retreat speaker, and periodic blogger. She received an MDiv from Covenant Theological Seminary in 2013 and is the author of several Bible studies (linked below). She currently serves as the Coordinator of Women's Initiatives for The Gospel Coalition. Her greatest desire in all of this is to be able to faithfully study, apply, and teach the Word of God and help others to do the same.Memorize Scripture with us: Find out more about Dwell's monthly kit with temporary tattoos, a display card, a key tag, and more to help you know and dwell on God's Word. Get our weekly devotional email: Dive deeper into this month's verse. Did you love today's episode?: We'd love to hear about it! Leave a rating or review in your podcast player to help others find the show. Links from today's show:- Courtney Doctor's website- From Garden to Glory: A Bible Study on the Bible's Story by Courtney Doctor - Steadfast: A Devotional Bible Study on the Book of James by Courtney Doctor - In View of God's Mercies: The Gift of the Gospel in Romans by Courtney Doctor - Dwell Differently's monthly membership that shows up in your mailbox each month to help you memorize and meditate on God's WordSupport the show

This week on The About Her Podcast, I chat with Courtney Doctor about Sanctification and the Spiritual Disciplines. Courtney is an author, Bible teacher, frequent conference and retreat speaker, and periodic blogger. She received an MDiv from Covenant Theological Seminary in 2013 and is the author of From Garden to Glory: A Bible Study on the Bible's Story; Steadfast: A Devotional Bible Study on the Book of James; and, most recently, In View of God's Mercies: The Gift of the Gospel in Romans. In the episode, we chat about Courtney's recent work In View of God's Mercies as we also discuss the topic of Sanctification and its relationship to the Spiritual Disciplines. In addition to writing, teaching, speaking, and blogging, Courtney also serves as the Coordinator of Women's Initiatives for The Gospel Coalition. Her greatest desire in all that she does is to faithfully study, apply, and teach the word of God and to help others to do the same. Courtney and her husband, Craig, have four wonderful children, two amazing daughters-in-law, five sweet grandchildren — and a very much-loved and goofy dog, Walter. Walter received several shout-outs in the episode! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theaboutherpodcast/support

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We hate to admit it, but at times mercy doesn't feel like the easiest thing to extend to someone who we don't want to show compassion or forgiveness to. But the reality is, that in Christ, we receive mercy from Him everyday, and this mercy not only changes our future with Him, but it changes our reality today. Join us as we talk with the wise Courtney Doctor to hear more from her about her new book “In View of God's Mercies” studying the book of Romans.Craving more from Going There the Podcast? Come be our friend! Make sure you're following along on Instagram @goingtherethepodcast and subscribe to our podcast so that you never miss a new episode!If you love what you heard, we'd be so happy if you left us a rating and review on your podcast app. This way, more people can find us and join our fun convo!Contact Courtney via Instagram- @courtneycdoctorResources:In View of God's Mercies by Courtney Doctor https://www.lifeway.com/en/product/in-view-of-god-s-mercies-bible-study-book-with-video-access-P005833030?CMPID=Adwords-sb-PLA-005833030&ef_id=Cj0KCQjw3v6SBhCsARIsACyrRAnFjSUcJcJGOPU_YVXrnCtU_aQpleNkrrr-gj3JHDHwI394Kz-V0OoaAplHEALw_wcB:G:s&s_kwcid=AL!4443!3!561251889559!!!u!1424817410858!!15242304714!129705485277&gclid=Cj0KCQjw3v6SBhCsARIsACyrRAnFjSUcJcJGOPU_YVXrnCtU_aQpleNkrrr-gj3JHDHwI394Kz-V0OoaAplHEALw_wcB

Courtney Doctor, Vanessa Hawkins, Melissa Kruger, and Trillia Newbell discuss what discipleship is and why it is important, especially within the local church. The panel defines discipleship as a lifelong growing in the knowledge of the Lord, a growing in his likeness, and a growing in affection for Christ until he returns.Kruger explains that discipleship isn't “you becoming like me,” but instead becoming like the Lord together. A practical path to discipleship is outlined during the discussion:Ask boldly for someone to disciple you.Find it within systems in your local church.When you ask, express what you want, when you want it, and for how long.By following these guidelines, discipleship is more attainable for you and your mentor. Kruger describes that discipleship is like tethering a young sapling to an old oak tree. The sun and rain still make the sapling grow, but it is guided in the right direction by the help of standing beside the older, more mature tree. The panel closes with the reason why we should be a part of discipleship—it impacts all of eternity.

Today we're chatting with Courtney Doctor about regularly rehearsing the truths of God's Word. Courtney is an author, Bible teacher, frequent conference and retreat speaker, periodic blogger, and Coordinator of Women's Initiatives for The Gospel Coalition. Her greatest desire in all of this is to be able to faithfully study, apply, and teach the Word of God and help others to do the same. We pray this conversation with Courtney causes you to reach for your Bible however you can, whenever you can today!  FULL SHOW NOTES DISCUSSION QUESTIONS Why is it important to regularly rehearse the truths of God's Word? How does that transform you?  How has the Lord used the Word to bring about your sanctification?  How can you come to know and love the Bible in a way that helps you to really keep it on your lips, as Scripture encourages us to do? How might you know and love the Bible in a way that encourages others to do the same? What might you do or implement based on what you learned in this week's episode? SPONSORS BJU Press Homeschool is a Christian curriculum publisher that creates educational materials for students from preschool through twelfth grade. Their mission is to help parents raise children who love learning and can think for themselves from a biblical worldview. Learn more at bjupresshomeschool.com/go/jwpodcast.  Kaleidoscope retells every book of the Bible in beautifully-designed single volumes with elementary-aged kids in mind. Grab grab their two new Spring releases: Finally Free: The Story of Exodus and Far From Home: The Story of Daniel. Take 10% off your first order by using the code JOURNEYWOMEN at readkaleidoscope.com. SEBTS offers a wide range of degree options from certificates to advanced degrees, including four degrees specifically focused on women's discipleship. No matter what path of training you choose, you are sure to leave Southeastern with the tools you need to fulfill the Great Commission throughout the world. Learn more at iamgoi.ng/journeywomen.    FOR MORE Subscribe: iTunes | Android Follow Us: Instagram | Facebook Support the podcast by writing a review   Interviews do not imply Journeywomen's endorsement of all writings and positions of the interviewee or any other resources mentioned.    Affiliate links used are used where appropriate. Thank you for supporting the products that support Journeywomen!

Courtney Doctor teaches at TGCW21 on James 2:14-26, and carefully examines the true meaning of “faith apart from works is dead.”Are we justified by faith alone or justified by works along with faith? In her keynote address, Courtney Doctor explains that true and living faith transforms us and changes what we do, creating the good works to which James calls us. We should not muster up these good works to be right with God. Instead, we can follow the four examples of living faith James gives us in his letter:1. Living faith shows itself in active compassion.2. Living faith shows itself in a deep love for God.3. Living faith shows itself in radical obedience to God.4. Living faith shows itself in full identification with all of God's people.If we can simply love and abide in Christ, our good works will be a response from our hearts rather than a striving towards salvation.

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Jen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley are joined by author, Bible teacher, conference, and retreat speaker Courtney Doctor. Together they discuss Romans 6:1-14 and union with Christ.Questions Covered in This Episode:Paul's use of rhetorical questions to advance his argument: “What shall we say then?” Why would Paul ask and answer this question at this point?Should we understand this to mean that if you are a Christian you can't sin and if you sin you couldn't possibly be a Christian?What does it mean to be “baptized into Christ Jesus?”What is the doctrine of union with Christ?How is this tied to the actual historical events of Christ?How do we consider ourselves “dead to sin?”Helpful Definitions:Union with Christ: When we are in Christ, all that he has done, all that he has accomplished; those become ours too. It is our salvation; he saves us by uniting us to himself in a way that what has happened to him; his death, his burial, his resurrection, his victory over sin, it is in Christ that those are ours.Historio Saludis: History of salvation accomplished.Ordo Saludis: Salvation accomplished and applied.Guest Bio:Courtney Doctor is an author, Bible teacher, frequent conference and retreat speaker, and periodic blogger. She received an MDiv from Covenant Theological Seminary in 2013 and is the author of From Garden to Glory: A Bible Study on the Bible's Story; Steadfast: A Devotional Bible Study on the Book of James); and In View of God's Mercies: The Gift of the Gospel in Romans (coming soon). She currently serves as the Coordinator of Women's Initiatives for The Gospel Coalition. Her greatest desire in all of this is to be able to faithfully study, apply, and teach the word of God and help others to do the same. God has blessed Courtney and her husband, Craig, with four wonderful children, as well as two amazing daughters-in-law, and five sweet grandchildren.Resources Mentioned in This Episode:Romans 6:1-14, Romans 5:20, Romans 3:8, Romans 7, Matthew 3:11, John 3:1-2, Romans 12:1-2“In View of God's Mercies: The Gift of the Gospel in Romans” by Courtney DoctorTGC Women's ConferenceAmazon affiliate links are used where appropriate. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases, thank you for supporting Knowing Faith.Sponsors:Explore the Southern Seminary degrees designed to equip you to do even more to advance the cause of Christ and His Kingdom: SBTS.EDU/EXPLORE.To learn more about our sponsors please visit our website.Follow Us:Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | WebsiteSupport Knowing Faith and Become a Patron:patreon.com/knowingfaith

Why does Evangelical Christian culture rely so heavily on God and their religious beliefs to cope? Join me as we look at how Evangelicals use their religion to cope with trauma, some reasons why they might do it, and how authentic, tangible support through intentional community building might be a better option. Do you think the culture can ever embody this, or are we relegated to nothing more than "thoughts and prayers" forever? Join the Runaway Eve community and share your own stories on Instagram at @runaway_eve! Articles cited, in the order they are mentioned: "God's Will for your Life is More Obvious than you Think" by Courtney Doctor (enter at your own risk; The Gospel Coalition is not something I recommend frequenting, but I wasn't going to not cite my source) "Trauma is not a Life Sentence" by Paul Maxwell "Factors Influencing the Likelihood of Using Religion as a Coping Mechanism in Response to Life Event Stressors" by Nicole Cornell Bonus! Discussion of this article didn't make it into the episode, but it's a fascinating read: With Genuine Belief Comes Genuine Comfort: Is Religion a Coping Mechanism? If you like what you hear, tell your friends!

The Cross-Shaped Life: Farewell Words - Upper Room Discourse - John 16 & 17 With Courtney Doctor Begin preparing your heart for Easter now. Courtney Doctor joins Karen Hodge to encourage us to enter into John 16 & 17. Courtney reminds us of the hope of the Gospel, that the promises of Christ really are true and for today! Discussion Questions: What important clues do you get from the context of these verses? What hard things does Jesus say are to come? How does Jesus speak into those hard things promising the fruit of the Spirit in spite of their circumstances? How does the promise of God's love change the way we look at our circumstances? How do you see Christ inviting you to respond to this passage? Connect to Resources:  Give to       Connect with      Connect with Courtney Doctor & her resources:           

Today we have the absolute honor of getting to hear from Courtney Doctor, Director of the Gospel Coalition and Author of From Garden to Glory - How Understanding God's Story Changes Yours. In this episode, we discuss how looking at the Bible as a true narrative changes our faith and allows us a deeper understanding of God's Word and the part we play in His story here and now. Courtney shares so much Bibilica wisdom and also some really great practical resources for reading and studying the Bible and I know you're going to absolutely love hearing from her today.  Use code COURTNEY25 to save on TGCW24 tickets: https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/tgcw24/  CONNECT WITH COURTNEY  CONNECT WITH JENNA  JOY FILLED ON IG  Check out Armoire and use my code JOYFILLED for up to 50% off: www.armoire.style/JOYFILLED Our Sponsors:* Check out Armoire and use my code JOYFILLED for a great deal: www.armoire.styleAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy