Write this Down! with Dot Bowen

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Because of Jesus, we’re free from condemnation for our sins. In this episode, Dot and Cara wrap up their mini series on Romans by celebrating some of the powerful truths found in Romans 8. They each explain why these verses mean so much to them, and they remind us that we can always find hope in Christ, even when we don’t know what to pray or ask for. Grab your Bible and join us!
 

Episode Recap

• Start by writing down Romans 8:15-16 (0:12)
• Through Jesus, we have the power to defeat sin (1:13)
• We don’t have to live in shame or condemnation any longer (5:10)
• Guilt vs. condemnation: How can we tell the difference? (10:14)
• We will still struggle and feel discouraged, but we have hope in Christ (15:49)
• The Spirit intercedes for us, and we are not alone (21:17)
• If God is for us, who can be against us? (25:35)

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Part of being human is struggling between two masters: the law of sin and the law of God. In this episode, Dot and Cara dig deep into Romans 7 and talk about this tension between the desires of our flesh and the desires of God. They explain how Jesus has set us free from the power of sin, and they offer some words of encouragement for all of us who are struggling to serve God in this life. Pour yourself a cup of coffee and listen in!
 

Episode Recap

• Start by writing down Romans 7:7 (0:12)
• All of us can relate to struggling between what we want to do and what we do (1:22)
• The law doesn’t save us, Jesus does (10:31)
• The desires of the flesh are contrary to the spirit of God (16:54)
• Jesus was human but he did not sin (19:25)
• God’s law was intended to keep us free (26:29)
• The enemy wants to stop us from doing good and hold us captive (30:31)
• We’re caught between two masters: God and sin (36:39)

Resources:

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Sin will always be a part of our lives here on earth, but we don’t have to let it control us or have power over us. In this episode, Dot explains why Romans 6 has played such an important role in her faith journey. She shares some of the principles she’s learned about sin, putting God first, and responding to situations that hurt us. Dot and Cara also talk about the way that Jesus’ sacrifice has set us free from so many of the things that try to separate us from God. Pull up a chair and join in on the conversation!
 

Episode Recap

• Start by writing down Romans 6:1-4 (0:12)
• Are you holding onto expectations about who God should be? (1:32)
• Certain principles will help you stay consistent with your faith (4:50)
• When you reach the end of yourself, you have the chance to put God first (6:30)
• Part of being human is longing to be loved (9:28)
• If you know something is right and don’t do it, you’re sinning (14:02)
• Because of Jesus, sin doesn’t have power over us anymore (16:48)
• People can hurt us, but we don’t have to let those hurts control us (21:54)

Resources:

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God has not called us to judge others or change people’s hearts; He simply asks us to speak the truth and trust Him to take care of the rest. In this episode, Dot and Cara discuss the parable of the weeds and what it teaches us about our role in the kingdom of God. They remind us that we can never truly know someone’s heart and that God will use all things for His purpose. Pour yourself a cup of tea or coffee and join us!
 

Episode Recap

• Start by writing down Matthew 13:24-30 (0:12)
• We don’t know what the future holds, but that’s OK (1:50)
• It’s not up for us to decide what’s good and what’s evil (4:05)
• Only God can see people’s hearts (11:15)
• God will stamp out evil one day; all we need to do now is speak the truth (19:53)
• God uses all things for His good and His glory (26:50)

Resources:

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If you want to understand your response to hurtful situations, start by looking at your heart. In this episode, Dot and Cara examine the parable of the sower and the lessons it can teach us about our own lives. They talk about the importance of good soil and explain how you can understand your heart by looking at the fruit it produces. Grab your Bible and join in on the conversation!

Episode Recap

• Start by writing down Matthew 13:1-9 (0:12)
• Why did Jesus speak in parables? (1:48)
• The soil determines whether or not the seed will grow (5:44)
• Your response to a situation will depend on your heart (10:54)
• When you’re hurt by a situation, try to understand the other person’s intentions (20:43)
• We can’t fully know other people’s hearts (28:21)
• When you’re feeling hurt, ask God to reveal where your heart is (34:27)
   

Resources:

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What did Jesus mean when he said His yoke is easy and His burden is light? In this episode, Dot and Cara reflect on this message from Matthew 11:28-30 and explain why it’s so important to bring our fears and our worries to God rather than trying to control the outcomes on our own. They also remind us that we can come to God with anything, even the concerns that seem trivial. Pull up a chair and join in on the conversation!
 

Episode Recap

• Start by writing down Matthew 11:28-30 (0:12)
• Is it easy or hard to follow Jesus? (1:21)
• If we’re struggling to carry something, it’s probably not what God has for us (8:14)
• Life will be hard, but God wants to help us through it (13:50)
• We don’t have to worry about the outcomes (20:00)
• If it’s on your mind and heart, it’s worth talking to God about (31:04)

Resources:

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God can use our pain and adversity to bring us closer to Him. In this episode, Dot and Cara continue examining the principles of Dr. Charles Stanley about obedience, adversity, prayer, the Holy Spirit, and much more. They also encourage us to look to Scripture as a source of truth that will help us draw closer to God. Pour yourself a cup of coffee and listen in on the conversation!
 

Episode Recap

• Start by writing down Psalm 119:105 (0:12)
• God wants intimacy with us, not our perfection (1:16)
• More principles from Dr. Charles Stanley (7:13)
• As children of a sovereign God, we are never victims of our circumstances (9:20)
• Disappointments are inevitable, but discouragement is a choice (11:48)
• Why is obedience so important to God? (14:11)
• We can’t avoid pain and adversity, but we can grow closer to God through it (22:48)
• Prayer is life’s biggest time saver (31:04)
• With the Holy Spirit, we never have to go it alone (32:57)

Resources:

Dr. Charles Stanley Tribute Video
 

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Our intimacy with God is God’s highest priority. In this episode, Dot and Cara talk about the life and teachings of Dr. Charles Stanley, who had an enormous impact on Dot’s spiritual journey. They discuss some of Dr. Stanley’s principles about our relationship with God, and they remind us to think about the legacy we want to leave on this world. Grab your Bible and journal and join us!
 

Episode Recap

• Start by writing down 2 Timothy 4:1-2 (0:12)
• Dr. Charles Stanley is a great example of how God can use our adversity (1:51)
• What kind of legacy will you leave? (5:29)
• Dr. Charles Stanley’s principals (12:06)
• Prayer and Scripture can be our anchors in a storm (16:27)
• Trusting God means looking beyond what we can see (27:47)
• God will move heaven and earth to get close to us (34:44)
• God wants us to consider His will before we make decisions (40:29)

Resources:

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Through the story of Saul, we learn just how dangerous it can be when anger and jealousy consume us. In this episode, Dot and Cara talk about the way Saul’s pride serves as a cautionary tale, especially when compared to David’s humility. They explain why it’s so important to guard our hearts and remember that God’s calling is more about Him than it is about us. Pour yourself a cup of coffee and join us!

Episode Recap

• Start by writing down 1 Samuel 15:10-11 (0:12)
• This week we’re talking about Saul (2:08)
• Saul went from chasing his father’s donkeys to becoming king (6:09)
• Samuel and Saul were living through a pivotal time in Israel’s history (9:25)
• Our calling has nothing to do with us and everything to do with God (11:36)
• Saul followed God halfway, but his pride got in the way (15:32)
• David had a humility and willingness to repent that Saul did not (24:00)
• Pay attention to your heart so you don’t become controlled by anger (31:13)

Resources:

“Enemies of the Heart” by Andy Stanley

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We don’t have to feel despair, because our hope is in Jesus. In this episode, we share a live recording of a session Dot led this winter about the power of hope. She explains how Jesus can be the anchor we’re needing when the world around us feels overwhelming, and she reminds us that God wants what’s best for us.

Episode Recap

• None of us have it all together, but that’s why we need God (0:29)
• There’s a difference between doing things for God and doing them with Him (4:42)
• God can give us the desire to love Him if we ask (9:43)
• We are more than conquerors through God (12:07)
• Jesus is our hope (20:08)
• If you’re looking for hope in anything but Jesus, you’ll be disappointed (29:43)
• God never withholds what is best for His children (34:23)
• Despair is when you can’t see good coming out of your situation (38:34)
• God gets the final word (42:56)

Resources:

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