Articles by Sarah Koontz

Biblical Justice vs. Social Justice | What’s the Difference & Why Does It Matter?

By Sarah Koontz / January 25, 2022

Last fall, I was able to attend a Biblical Justice conference at my local church. The speaker at this conference was Scott David Allen, the president of the Disciple Nations Alliance. Scott has written and co-written a number of books, including the Kingdom Lifestyle Bible Study Series and As the Family Goes, so Goes the […]

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An Invitation to DWELL in God’s Word in 2024 + A Free Bible Study

By Sarah Koontz / January 10, 2022

This year, we invite you to join us as we set aside five minutes each day to DWELL on God’s Word! Our free DWELL360 study takes readers on a guided journey through the foundational truths of Scripture. Together, we will establish a vibrant, life-giving 360-degree view of what God has done for us, what He

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Overview of Galatians {+ Free Printable Study Guide}

By Sarah Koontz / September 7, 2021

Paul’s epistle to the Galatians is highly esteemed within the church and often regarded as one of Paul’s most important letters. It has been given such titles as the Magna Carta of spiritual liberty, the Christian Declaration of Independence, and the battle cry of the Reformation. Galatians teaches believers about the gospel of grace and

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Four Essential Leadership Secrets of Billy Graham

By Sarah Koontz / June 1, 2021

I have always appreciated Billy Graham’s humble spirit and bold approach to ministry. He was an ordinary man who God used to accomplish extraordinary things—a worthy role model for us all. In their book, entitled The Leadership Secrets of Billy Graham, Harold Myra and Marshall Shelly detail 21 essential leadership principles this influential pastor, CEO,

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Recurring Gifts are Down 40% in 2021 | Here’s How You Can Help!

By Sarah Koontz / May 4, 2021

We love creating free Bible studies. It is a joy, an honor, and a privilege to serve God and our community in this manner. As we embark on our fourth year as a non-profit ministry, we are grateful for yet another opportunity to invite you to partner with us in this life-giving work. When God

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2020-2021 Annual Impact Report

By Sarah Koontz / March 23, 2021

Annual Impact Report 2020-2021 Download the Printable Report By Sarah Koontz Today, I invite you to stop and enjoy the beauty of God’s design with me. The more time I spend studying my Bible, the more convinced I am that God strategically, specifically, and supernaturally designed us for His glory (Is 43:7). Our loving Heavenly

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The Bible is NOT a Buffet + Worthy of the Calling Bible Study

By Sarah Koontz / February 28, 2021

By Sarah Koontz I know that everyone doesn’t like the Apostle Paul. You don’t have to look very far to find someone complaining about his teachings regarding submission, male and female roles in the church, and a whole host of other things. But the more I’ve studied Paul’s story, the more I’ve come to believe

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How the Dwell Scripture Listening App Helped My Dyslexic Teen

By Sarah Koontz / February 9, 2021

Article by Sarah & Anya Koontz Psalm 139:13-14 says, “For you formed my inward parts; you knitted me together in my mother’s womb. I praise you, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made. Wonderful are your works; my soul knows it very well.” God has woven each of us together in a beautifully unique way,

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Understanding the Doctrine of the Trinity (+ Free Printable)

By Sarah Koontz / January 19, 2021

As I wrote a Bible study on the book of Ephesians a few years ago, I sought to explain the Trinity as a daisy. The roots, stem, and flower all with different jobs/roles but the same essence. I used one word that I should not have in my illustration, “separate.” My pastor gently corrected me,

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Why You Need to Dwell in God’s Word in 2021 + “Fish & Loaves” Grant

By Sarah Koontz / December 8, 2020

The 2020 “Fish & Loaves” Grant Initiative has ended. Thanks to all who participated! Article by: Sarah Koontz Today we are excited to announce a brand new “Fish & Loaves” Grant we received to cultivate new monthly donors for Living by Design Ministries. The grantmakers desire to help us inspire families to faithfully invest in

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