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At Living by Design Ministries, we believe God’s Word is the only source of absolute truth in a world that praises tolerance and ambiguity. We exist to help women of all ages open their Bibles, understand what they are reading, and apply the freeing truths to their lives. – Sarah Koontz, Founder
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Articles on the Living by Design Blog are packed with heart-focused content, practical solutions for real-life, and Bible-based training. The Bible is packed with spiritual nourishment; our aim is to provide resources to help you break it down into bite-sized pieces that are easy to digest.
How to Trust God in Difficult Seasons
By Joanna Eccles I’m in a difficult season with lots of changes and unknowns. I don’t like it—at all. My job ends soon, and I feel God calling me to move out of state. But I haven’t secured a new job yet. I love my current city, and I’m surrounded by family, friends, and Christian
4 Ways to Practice Faithfulness in the Little Things
By Sarah McClelland Whack! A plastic block launched from my toddler’s hand strikes me square between the eyes. I recoil at the sting. Whap! Another block strikes my chin. The rebellious streak went too far. Tears fill my eyes. I heave my pregnant body off the couch. Snatching the blocks and throwing them beyond the
The Apostle Paul: How Did a Prideful Pharisee Become a Humble Servant?
Saint Augustine described Paul’s conversion as “the violent capture of a rebel will.” Before God could use Paul for His purposes, He had to humble and reshape the man into His image. When Jesus Christ showed up in Paul’s life and called Him to a new way of living, Paul responded in faith. Paul was
Journaling God’s Faithfulness: 10 Questions to Develop This Faith-Building Habit
By Nicole O’Meara What did you eat for lunch last Wednesday? If you can’t remember, you’re in good company. I can’t remember either (unless I’m keeping a food journal). Remembering mundane details like what we ate for lunch probably doesn’t matter in the long run. But we forget more important things than what we ate—and
How to Pass Down Your Faith to the Next Generation
By Margaret Kemp On a family trip along the Appalachian Trail to Catawba Mountain, we passed a sign that read, “Catawba Hospital.” That sign prompted my sons’ grandfather to tell a story about his father. In the early 1900s, Great-grandpa was a patient at Catawba Hospital. Located near mineral springs, Catawba was a health resort.
The Transformative Power of Love: A Story of Umbrellas and Grace
By Lynda Kelly “Should we take grandma an umbrella?” my daughter asked. A crack of thunder split the sky. Within seconds, rain poured down—the kind of desert storm that turns streets into rivers. I hesitated. It was late. The logical part of me offered every excuse to stay dry and safe at home. Mama only
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