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 lowest moment, offering a gentle reminder of His presence in both the miraculous and in the quiet whispers. Pull up a chair and lean in with us as we learn from Elijah 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! Episode recap:Start by writing down 1 Kings 1:9-10 (0:14)God wants to do amazing things in our lives too (3:48)Elijah was born into a dark time in Israel’s history (5:10)If we don’t continually protect our minds when we are surrounded by darkness, we too can end up “in the cave” like Elijah (9:00)Elijah got a little prideful (13:00)We can get caught waiting on the big miracle and ignore all the ways God meets us “in the cave” (21:00)God leans into us (26:53)In the cave we can start to believe we are alone (32:03)How Cara practices being still and being in the presence of God (36:02)Are you interested in having Dot come and speak to your community? Email us at [email protected] Write this Down! on YouTubeFind Dot Bowen on Instagram and Facebook Scripture Verse: 1 Kings 19:9-10And he came there to a cave, and lodged there; and behold, the word of the LORD came to him, and He said to him, “What are you doing here, Elijah?” And he said, “I have been very zealous for the LORD, the God of hosts; for the sons of Israel have forsaken Thy covenant, torn down the altars and killed the prophets with the sword. And I alone am left; and they seek my life, to take it away.”