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 something else you’d like to hear us talk about on the show? Let us know ! Episode recap: Start by writ...
Jun 05, 2024•47 min
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 forgiveness, which has the power to change your life! Got a question about today’s episode or something else...
May 29, 2024•44 min
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 in the truth that God works all things together for His glory and our good. Pull up a chair and joi...
May 22, 2024•35 min
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 circumstances. Settle in with a cup of coffee and join us for this quick conversation! Got a question about tod...
May 15, 2024•14 min
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 today’s episode or something else you’d like to hear us talk about on the show? Let us know ! Episode ...
May 08, 2024•15 min
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! Got a question about today’s episode or something else you’d like to hear us talk about on the show?...
May 01, 2024•13 min
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 show? Let us know ! Episode recap: Start by writing down Jude verse 6 ( 0:1 3) Why did God create Satan?...
Apr 24, 2024•14 min
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 else you’d like to hear us talk about on the show? Let us know ! Episode recap: Start by writing down...
Apr 17, 2024•42 min
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. We are sharing in the hope that you will be encouraged, so pour yourself a cup of coffee and join u...
Apr 10, 2024•41 min
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 about on the show? Let us know ! Episode recap: Start by writing down John 21: 5-10 ( 0:1 8) Peter’s...
Apr 03, 2024•32 min
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 about today’s episode or something else you’d like to hear us talk about on the show? Let us know ! ...
Mar 27, 2024•34 min
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 to encourage you, so grab your Bible and a journal and join us. Got a question about today’s episode...
Mar 20, 2024•35 min
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! Got a question about today’s episode or something else you’d like to hear us talk about on the sho...
Mar 13, 2024•39 min
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 episode or something else you’d like to hear us talk about on the show? Let us know ! Episode recap: S...
Mar 06, 2024•28 min
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! Got a question about today’s episode or something else you’d like to hear us talk about on the show? Le...
Feb 28, 2024•34 min
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 question about today’s episode or something else you’d like to hear us talk about on the show? Let us...
Feb 21, 2024•28 min
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 about today’s episode or something else you’d like to hear us talk about on the show? Let us know ! Ep...
Feb 14, 2024•29 min
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 make Himself known to us. They also talk about what it means to glorify God in our lives. Pour yours...
Feb 07, 2024•43 min
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, listen in, and then pray and see what God has to say to you about these topics. Have a question for...
Jan 31, 2024•35 min
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 encourage us to look for the places where God is at work, even when the outcomes are different than we’d hope...
Jan 24, 2024•34 min
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 that God is always with us and always working to use our struggles for good. Pour yourself a cup of co...
Jan 17, 2024•33 min
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 find yourself wondering where God is working in your life, this episode is for you! Today, Dot and Cara talk about the way that God’s presence has shown up throughout history, from the Arc of the Covenant to Jesus to the Holy Spirit. They remind us that God’s presence is always with us and share some words of encouragement for keeping your eyes fixed on Jesus when you feel li...
Jan 10, 2024•28 min
Got a question about today’s episode or something else you’d like to hear us talk about on the show? Let us know ! When God calls us to do something, He’s not asking us to act in our own strength. Instead, He wants us to take the first step knowing that He will give us the strength and courage we need. In this episode, Dot and Cara begin a new series about Joshua. They also share their perspective on New Year’s Resolutions and encourage us to trust God to do something new in and through us this ...
Jan 03, 2024•28 min
Got a question about today’s episode or something else you’d like to hear us talk about on the show? Let us know ! Sometimes we think we’re waiting on God, but we’re actually waiting on Him to deliver one specific outcome. In this episode, Dot and Cara reflect on what it means to trust God while we wait. They encourage us to find hope in the Christmas story and remind us that God’s timing is perfect, even when He doesn’t deliver the exact answer we were hoping for. Pull up a chair and join us fo...
Dec 20, 2023•29 min
Got a question about today’s episode or something else you’d like to hear us talk about on the show? Let us know ! Isaiah prophesied that God would send us a wonderful counselor, and those words were fulfilled in the life and death of Jesus. In this episode, Dot and Cara continue their Advent series by talking about what it means to know that God is “wonderful.” They also remind us that we’re all caught in a struggle between our flesh and the Spirit, and that God’s love is big enough to overcome...
Dec 13, 2023•35 min
Got a question about today’s episode or something else you’d like to hear us talk about on the show? Let us know ! The Christmas story is the story of a God who loved us so much that He became human just to be with us. In this episode, Dot and Cara welcome the Advent season by reflecting on the reason why Jesus came to earth and reminding us of just how powerful the love of Jesus is. They encourage us to look to Him as our source of hope, even in the midst of difficult circumstances. Pour yourse...
Dec 06, 2023•41 min
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 keep ourselves from being paralyzed by fear, especially when it feels like there’s so much to be afraid of? In this episode, Dot and Cara talk about what it means to be strong and courageous in the face of fear. They acknowledge that sometimes it feels like God’s presence isn’t enough, but encourage us to stop asking the “what ifs” and start focusing on God’s perfect love,...
Nov 29, 2023•44 min
Got a question about today’s episode or something else you’d like to hear us talk about on the show? Let us know ! Happy Thanksgiving from us to you! In this episode, Dot and Cara discuss Paul’s teaching about giving thanks in all circumstances. They acknowledge how the holidays can be a challenging time for many people and share some words of encouragement for anyone who’s struggling to find things to be grateful for this year. They also remind us that no matter what’s happening in our lives, w...
Nov 22, 2023•39 min
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 we want to follow God’s plan for our lives, we need to let go of our expectations and our resistance to change. In this episode, Dot and Cara reflect on one of the biggest lessons they’re learning in this season: the principle of letting go. They open up about the ways God is teaching them and share words of encouragement for anyone else who is struggling with difficult changes. ...
Nov 15, 2023•37 min
Got a question about today’s episode or something else you’d like to hear us talk about on the show? Let us know ! Wherever you are, you can trust that the Good Shepherd has gone before you, and He also walks behind you as a source of strength and protection. In this episode, Dot and Cara wrap up their study of Psalm 23 by talking about the peace that comes from knowing we’re surrounded by the love of God. They remind us that God can use any circumstance for His good and encourage us to hold fas...
Nov 08, 2023•33 min
