Write this Down! with Dot Bowen

What does freedom truly mean for Christ followers? Today Dot and Cara look to Exodus 5:1-3 to discover why the Israelites were set free from enslavement under Egypt. As we celebrate Independence Day this week in America, Dot and Cara dive into a 2-part series challenging our notions of what true freedom looks like. Grab a cup of coffee and  join us for a thought-provoking chat- which will be conti...

In this episode, Dot and Cara explore Hebrews 12:1-2, discussing how the Enemy aims to distract us from keeping our eyes on Jesus. They share how even good things can be distractions and how the pursuit of knowledge can hinder our ability to rest in the Lord. They also address the difficulty of saying ‘no’ and how every ‘yes’ means a ‘no’ to something else. Pour yourself a cup of coffee and join u...

In today’s episode, Dot and Cara discuss the profound and sometimes complex concept of God as our Good Father. Reflecting on Father's Day, they explore how our personal experiences with our earthly fathers can shape our perception of God as our Heavenly Father. They remind us not to project human imperfections onto God, and instead, embrace the truth of His unwavering goodness and love, guided by...

Today Dot and Cara dive into the practical aspects of forgiveness, grounded in Ephesians 3:16-20. They discuss how forgiveness is an act of obedience to God and not a one-size-fits-all process. Cara shares a personal prayer, emphasizing the importance of praying for a spirit of forgiveness early and often. They also remind listeners that forgiving doesn’t mean condoning wrongs and that forgiveness...

In Part 2 of our forgiveness series, Cara and Dot explore the power of forgiveness by looking at Matthew 18:22-23. They discuss how anger and entitlement signal a lack of forgiveness and share ways to check your heart. Don’t miss Dot's compelling story at the end of the show highlighting the beauty of forgiveness. Grab your Bible and journal and join us! Got a question about today’s episode or som...

Today, Cara and Dot are kicking off a 3-part series on forgiveness. In this first conversation, they discuss the cost of forgiveness, the release it brings, and why it's a command for Christ followers. They explain why understanding forgiveness is crucial for followers of Jesus, as our salvation hinges on the fact that we have been forgiven. Grab a cup of coffee and join us as we dig into forgiven...

In this episode, Dot and Cara explore how God uses our circumstances to conform us to the image of Jesus. They discuss the instinct to run from pain and how trials reveal areas where we are not yet Christlike. They highlight the importance of being honest with God, diligently applying Scripture, and trusting that God never wastes time or our experiences. When we face difficult seasons, we can rest...

Today Dot and Cara unpack a seeming contradiction: why are we told not to fear over and over in Scripture, but then commanded to “Fear the Lord”? By looking at the heart of what Jesus meant in Matthew 10:28, Dot explains the difference between these instructions and offers the beautiful encouragement that increasing our fear of the Lord will actually decrease our fear of man and of our circumstanc...

Today we’re exploring the role of angels in Scripture, prompted by the question: do all angels have wings? We walk through the created purpose of angels and share examples of the different forms they take at different times throughout the Bible. Cara and Dot also reflect on the key difference between angels and humans. Grab a cup of coffee and join us for this conversation! Got a question about to...

We’re back with another question from a listener’s child: why does God describe Himself as a jealous God? Isn’t jealousy bad? In this quick Q&A, Dot and Cara walk through the difference between holy intent and selfish motivation together and Dot shares encouragement that we don’t have to know all the answers, just the One who does. Pour yourself a warm drink and join us for this conversation!...

We’re tackling a fantastic question from a listener’s kid in today’s mini-episode: why did God create Satan? In this conversation Cara and Dot unpack the question behind the question and dive into good vs. evil, the angelic world, and true freedom. Pull up a chair and your cup of coffee and join us!  Got a question about today’s episode or something else you’d like to hear us talk about on the sho...

Grab the tissues - today we’re back with Cara's journey towards redemption in the second part of our story. Cara shares the moment when she finally got honest with God and discovered the true meaning of grace. This episode is a testament to God’s unwavering pursuit of our hearts and the power of prayer. Settle in with a cup of coffee and join us! Got a question about today’s episode or something e...

This episode is unlike anything we’ve ever talked about before! Today we’re pulling back the curtain on our mother-daughter relationship. In this tender conversation we talk about the lies the enemy whispered to Cara during her high school years and how that set her up for the choices she made in college. Don’t miss next week when we share the second half of our story- it truly was written by God....

Today we’re looking at a beautiful story John records which takes place between Peter and Jesus after the Resurrection. The tenderness of Jesus during this pivotal moment leads to true restoration in Peter’s life and afterwards we see a different Peter in the New Testament. Pour yourself a cup of coffee and join us!  Got a question about today’s episode or something else you’d like to hear us talk...

Today we are wrapping up our 3 part Easter mini-series by talking about the morning Mary met the resurrected Jesus outside of the tomb. Cara and Dot focus on the intimacy of this encounter and how it shows the depth of Jesus’ love, not only for Mary but for each one of us. God longs to have an intimate relationship with you! So grab your Bible and a cup of coffee and join us today.  Got a question...

We’re back with the second episode in our 3 part mini-series leading up to Easter. Today we’re looking at a somewhat unusual verse as we talk about what Jesus may have been doing on the Saturday after his death. No matter what Jesus was doing on that day, we can know for sure that He was at work for our good. If you are sitting in the “in-between” in your life right now, this conversation is sure...

Kick off a 3 part mini-series leading up to Easter with us! In today’s episode, Dot and Cara explore Good Friday, specifically the moment Jesus cried out, “Eloi, Eloi, lema sabachthani?” as he hung on the Cross. They discuss the true loneliness Jesus experienced on the Cross, and reflect on the fact that we are never alone as children of God. Grab your Bible and a journal and join the conversation...

Have you ever wondered what was on Jesus's heart before He went to the cross? And what does the name "High Priestly Prayer" mean? Dot and Cara explore these questions and more as we begin counting down the days to Easter. Discover the depth of John 17 and the beautiful connection Jesus shared with the Father through prayer. Grab your Bible and a journal and join us! Got a question about today’s ep...

Now that Jesus has died on the cross for our sins, why should we care about the laws in the Old Testament? In this episode, Cara asks Dot a few of her burning questions about the Old Testament, the meaning of a sacrifice, and more. They explain how Jesus built upon the message of the Old Testament and take time to reflect on just how much He did for us. Grab your Bible and journal and join us!  Go...

Is it wrong to feel afraid when we know we should be trusting God? In this episode, Dot and Cara answer a listener's question about fear and unbelief. They remind us that we can trust God to give us everything we need, and they share some words of encouragement for people who find themselves feeling afraid of the future. Pour yourself a cup of tea or coffee and join in on the conversation! Got a q...

Life is full of decisions, and it can sometimes feel impossible to know if you’re making the right one. In this episode, Dot and Cara talk about how we can know which path God wants us to take. They explain how the Holy Spirit can guide us to truth and encourage us to look to Scripture when we have questions about what God’s will might be. Grab your Bible and journal and join us! Got a question ab...

Got a question about today’s episode or something else you’d like to hear us talk about on the show? Let us know !  How do we know if God is speaking to us? In today’s episode, Dot and Cara answer this question by sharing some of the ways they respond when they think they might be hearing from God. They remind us to look to Scripture, surrender to whatever outcome God has planned, and trust Him to...

Got a question about today’s episode or something else you’d like to hear us talk about on the show? Let us know !  If you have questions about faith, the Bible, or walking with the Lord, we want to help you answer them! In this episode, Dot and Cara tackle three listener questions about the Promised Land, numbers in the Bible, and relationships with unbelievers. They invite you to pull up a chair...

Got a question about today’s episode or something else you’d like to hear us talk about on the show? Let us know !  Why do bad things happen to good people, even when we have faith? In this episode, Dot and Cara continue their series on the book of Joshua by answering this question that was posed at the recent Breathe Retreat. They remind us that it’s not our faith that causes victory and encourag...

Got a question about today’s episode or something else you’d like to hear us talk about on the show? Let us know !  No matter how strong your relationship with God may be, you’ll still have battles to face throughout your life. In this episode, Dot and Cara discuss the story of Joshua leading the Israelites and what it teaches us about fighting our battles out of a place of faith. They remind us t...