Write this Down! with Dot Bowen

We’re kicking off our summer mini-episodes with a big question: How do I start reading the Bible? Dot and Cara talk about overcoming intimidation, why your why matters, and how to approach Scripture as a relational conversation with God. Grab your Bible, a pencil, and maybe a 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 show? Let us know! 

Episode recap:
  • Start by writing down 2 Timothy 3:16-17 (0:13)
  • How do I start reading my Bible? (2:14)
  • The Bible teaches us how to best live our lives (4:40)
  • Intimidation and shame can keep us from reading the Bible (7:30)
  • Having a plan helps (13:36)
  • Start in the Gospels (14:25)
  • Ask God to show you something about Himself (16:01)
  • Meditate on one verse for a while (18:51)
  • It’s the Holy Spirit’s job to teach you (21:58)

Are you interested in having Dot come and speak to your community? Email us at hello@dotbowen.com.

Watch Write this Down! on YouTube

Find Dot Bowen on Instagram and Facebook 


Scripture Verse: 2 Timothy 3:16-17 (ESV)
“All Scripture is breathed out by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in righteousness, that the man of God[a] may be complete, equipped for every good work.”

What is 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.