Write this Down! with Dot Bowen
Bible teacher, author and founder of Cup of Joy Ministries, Dot Bowen, teaches listeners what it truly looks like to know, love and follow Jesus. Each week, Dot invites you to sit down with her and her daughter, Cara, to have an authentic conversation about Biblical Scripture and God’s Truth. Their honest and thought provoking conversations are full of wit and wisdom which will have you diving deeper into God’s Word.
Whether Dot is teaching, speaking or simply grabbing coffee with a dear friend, she can often be heard saying with excitement, “Write this Down!” Her heart for the listener is to take the things she asks you to write down before the Lord and ask Him to open your eyes to His Truth and love. John 8:32 says, “and you will know the Truth and the Truth will set you free.”
By the end of each episode, you’ll find yourself grabbing a pencil so that you can Write this Down! with Dot Bowen.
- Update frequency
- every 7 days
- Average duration
- 32 minutes
- Episodes
- 237
- Years Active
- 2020 - 2025
Episode 195: What Jesus Values Most
In today’s episode, Dot and Cara dive into the character of Martha, sister of Mary and Lazarus. They explore how easy it is to get caught up in doing things for Jesus while missing the opportunity to…
Episode 194: Trusting God’s Sovereignty in Uncertain Times
Pull up a chair, grab your Bible, and join Dot and Cara as they explore the powerful truth of God’s sovereignty. What does it mean for God to be in control, even when we don’t get the outcome we were…
Episode 193: Anchored in Christ, Not a Candidate
In a season marked by uncertainty, Dot and Cara refocus today on the truth that Jesus is not up for election—He is King, sovereign over all. Drawing from 2 Chronicles 7:14-15, they discuss the respon…
Episode 192: Honest Conversations with God
Prayer is one of the most powerful ways we can connect with God because it aligns our hearts with His. In this episode, Dot shares practical tips to encourage your prayer life, from setting aside int…
Episode 191: Trusting God Beyond the Ask
What does it mean to have faith when we pray? Today Dot and Cara discuss the difference between faith and belief, reminding us that prayer isn’t about treating God like a vending machine, but about a…
Episode 190: What’s the Point of Prayer?
Why should we pray? In this episode, Dot and Cara explore the discipline of prayer as a pathway to intimacy with God. They discuss the common barriers to prayer, why Jesus Himself sought prayer time,…
Episode 189: Finding Rest in the Heart of God
What does it mean to know the heart of God? In today’s episode, Dot and Cara unpack the beauty of Matthew 11:28-29, where Jesus invites the weary to find rest in Him. They discuss how understanding G…
Episode 188: Our True Identity in Christ
What does it really mean to be a child of God? Dot and Cara explore this profound truth through Galatians 2:20, reflecting on the freedom it brings from shame over our past and fear of the future. Jo…
Episode 187: Never Letting Go
Jacob’s life takes a dramatic turn when he wrestles with God in Genesis 32:24-28. In this episode, Dot and Cara unpack this transformative moment, reflecting on God’s ability to use even the most bro…
Episode 186: Jesus Changes Everything
Paul was fiercely committed to his beliefs, even when he was wrong. In this episode, Dot and Cara explore how God transformed Paul’s passion on the road to Damascus and used him in unexpected ways. F…
Episode 185: Keeping the Faith After Failure
Today we’re looking at the life of Peter, one of Jesus' closest disciples. Dot shares why Peter’s impulsive nature is endearing to her, while Cara shares why he exasperates her! As they explore Peter…
Episode 184: Rescued and Redeemed
Join us as we dive into the story of Mary Magdalene, one of Jesus' closest disciples. We’ll explore her transformation from a woman healed of seven demons to a devoted follower who stood by Jesus in …
Episode 183: A Voice in the Wilderness
In this episode, we are talking about one of the New Testament’s most unique characters: John the Baptist. Dot and Cara discuss the unusual circumstances of his birth, the confidence he had to be exa…
Episode 182: When God Whispers
In this episode, we explore the story of Elijah — a man of great faith who, despite witnessing God's power, found himself overwhelmed by fear and doubt. Dot and Cara discuss how God met Elijah in his…
Episode 181: Understanding True Repentance
We all want to be people after God’s own heart like David. Today, Dot and Cara explore how David’s quickness to recognize and address his sins set an example for us in our own relationship with God. …
Episode 180: From Missteps to Miracles in the Life of Moses
Today we’re looking at the unique role Moses played in the deliverance of Israel. From birth, God placed a call on his life to rescue the Hebrew people, but Moses faced challenges and missteps in his…
Episode 179: Abraham’s Faith Journey
Join us this week as we take a look at the faith journey of Abraham. From God’s initial call to move through decades of ups and downs in Abraham’s obedience, we unpack how Abraham trusted God, even t…
Episode 178: I am free, free indeed. (Pt 2)
What does living out our freedom in Christ look like day-to-day? Join Dot and Cara as they continue last week’s thought-provoking discussion on true freedom for Christ followers. This week, we look a…
Episode 177: I am free, free indeed. (Pt 1)
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 …
Episode 176: How to Find True Intimacy with Jesus
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 purs…