The Secret Many Women Carry with Molly Bertles

Feb 10, 2026

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In this episode of the Covenant Eyes Podcast, host Karen Potter is joined by Molly Bertles, pastor’s wife, mom of five, and author of You Are Not Alone. Molly opens up about her personal journey with shame, faith, and healing, and why conversations about sexual struggles among women are long overdue in the church.

Molly shares how secrecy and isolation keep women trapped in shame, why access to inappropriate content has changed how women struggle today, and how faith, community, and honest conversations can lead to real freedom. This episode is a powerful reminder that no one is uniquely broken—and healing is possible.

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✨ Episode Topics Discussed

• Why women often feel isolated and ashamed when struggling with sexual sin
• How secrecy and silence keep shame alive
• Molly’s personal story and why she wrote You Are Not Alone
• Why women’s struggles are often overlooked in church conversations
• The impact of technology, books, and online content on women today
• How faith reshapes identity, shame, and healing
• First steps toward freedom and who to talk to
• How parents can disciple children and talk about sexuality
• Why community is essential for healing
• Encouragement for women seeking hope and restoration

📘 Resources Mentioned

You Are Not Alone by Molly Bertles – https://www.amazon.com/You-Are-Alone-Molly-Bertles/dp/1633423727

Harvest USA Transforming Love Course- https://harvestusa.org/courses/transforming-love/

Embark on a journey to recovery: Arise is a 21 Day Free Program for Women- https://www.covenanteyes.com/arise/

⏱️ Timestamps

00:00 – Shame, Silence, and Why Women Don’t Speak Up
00:26 – Welcome & Guest Introduction
01:20 – Molly’s Story and Why She Wrote the Book
04:18 – The Response from the Church
05:21 – Why Women Feel More Shame About This Struggle
06:50 – Secrecy, Isolation, and the First Steps Toward Freedom
07:29 – How the Gospel Reshapes Shame and Identity
09:34 – Why So Many People Struggle Privately Online
10:52 – Why Certain Stories and Media Appeal to Women
12:04 – Talking to Kids About Sexuality and God’s Design
15:16 – Parenting, Hypocrisy, and Healing Your Own Story
16:57 – Where to Find Molly’s Book and Resources
17:32 – Encouragement for Women Seeking Freedom
19:52 – How Church Leaders Can Respond with Wisdom and Grace
21:58 – Closing Thoughts and Next Steps

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