Episode 149: For to Us a Child is Born
Download MP3Isaiah 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 even the worst sins and suffering. Grab your Bible and journal and join us! Episode RecapStart by writing down Isaiah 9:6-7 (0:13)When was the last time you thought about God’s wonder? (2:08)No matter what, God is true to His word (7:31)Either it’s all true, or none of it is (12:03)We struggle between our flesh and our faith (15:14)Do you want God as He is, or do you want a God you can understand? (19:33)The sin of mankind killed God’s son, and God still loves us (25:07)Too often we blame God for things humans are responsible for (29:41) Resources:Register for the 2024 Breathe RetreatTo access Cara's Advent Reading Plan, download the Cup of Joy Ministries App for iPhone or Android. Send us an email to let us know what you’re learning - hello@dotbowen.com Find Dot Bowen on Instagram and Facebook
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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 even the worst sins and suffering. Grab your Bible and journal and join us!
Episode Recap
- Start by writing down Isaiah 9:6-7 (0:13)
- When was the last time you thought about God’s wonder? (2:08)
- No matter what, God is true to His word (7:31)
- Either it’s all true, or none of it is (12:03)
- We struggle between our flesh and our faith (15:14)
- Do you want God as He is, or do you want a God you can understand? (19:33)
- The sin of mankind killed God’s son, and God still loves us (25:07)
- Too often we blame God for things humans are responsible for (29:41)
Resources:
Register for the 2024 Breathe Retreat
To access Cara's Advent Reading Plan, download the Cup of Joy Ministries App for iPhone or Android.
Send us an email to let us know what you’re learning - hello@dotbowen.com
Find Dot Bowen on Instagram and Facebook
Are you interested in having Dot come and speak to your community? Email us at hello@dotbowen.com.
Find Dot Bowen on Instagram and Facebook
Find Dot Bowen on Instagram and Facebook