Free Advent Study

As you walk through this 4-week plan, you will be invited to slow down, remember, anticipate, and rejoice in all Jesus Christ has done and all He has promised to do.

Journey to Humility

Just released on October 9, 2023! This free 30-day Bible study details the people, places, and predicaments that shaped the Apostle Paul's ministry.

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Our Mission

Living by Design Ministries is a non-denominational, non-profit Christian ministry that delivers free Bible studies to inboxes around the world.

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Bible Study Reinvented

Do you sometimes feel you are too busy for Bible study? All you need to complete our FREE Bible studies is 15-minutes per day and an e-mail address.

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Our Core Values

As we have prayed over this ministry, the Holy Spirit has revealed three core biblical principles upon which all our programs must be built.

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Saturday SOULfood

We are committed to providing you with an easy-to-digest weekly email packed with fresh biblical insight and savory spiritual truths.

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Living by Design Ministries equips christian women to

Explore the beauty of God's design, establish godly lives, and exude God's love.

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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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The heart behind this ministry is beautiful, and Sarah has organized a wonderful team to carry the message of the gospel all over the world.

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This ministry is the real deal! When they say free, it's free — no strings attached. They exist to love God and love people while helping them grow in their faith.

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I love Sarah’s biblically-based devotionals! Her words are quality over quantity, and bless me each time I read. Thank you for pointing us back to the truth.

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The heart behind this ministry is one of Christ-centered love and truth. You will not regret your time spent participating in their free Bible studies.

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I love the heart of this ministry! Sarah Koontz is committed to God’s Word and sharing its transformative truths in her free studies.

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Sarah Koontz writes with humor and creativity, making the Bible relevant for our current times. Her studies are delivered in easy-to-digest portions right to your inbox.

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The Living by Design Blog

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.

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A Different Kind of Hunger: Fasting to Increase Our Faith

By Rosann Coulon It was one of the hardest things I’ve ever done––but I did it. I completed a 21-day Daniel Fast for the first time. Choosing to abstain from meat, dairy, and sugar was difficult, but it increased my faith in ways I never expected. After a season of grief and unending trials, I

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The Secret to Abundant Life: Expressing Self-Love Through Service

By Nancy Manassero I trudged into the kitchen, bleary-eyed, whining to my husband. “I don’t wanna go to work! I’m so tired, and I just want a day off!” He held me and whispered sweet words of encouragement. He knew my work as a nurse demanded all my concentration and energy, but he also understood

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Double Dates with Jesus: 3 Keys to Effective Discipleship

By Joanna Eccles I used to date Jesus every Wednesday. I’d get dressed up and take my Bible to a coffee house to spend time with the Lord. My journey to know Jesus brought me to the book of John. If you want to know Jesus, you’ll find His heart by searching through John. For almost a

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

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We Are Not Damaged Goods: How to See Ourselves as God Sees Us

By Kelly Basham While browsing an outdoor clearance event at a local antique store, a set of metal serving trays caught my attention. The trays had pictures of elegantly dressed ladies sitting down for tea. The price tag read, “$2.00 for the pair.” I was surprised by the price and that they were included in

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Waiting With God | Why Our Suffering is Never Wasted

By Erinn Karpovck A book with blank pages. I sometimes wonder if that’s my story. But if God is the perfect Author of life, this simply can’t be true. When I was 29, my husband left. He filed for divorce, and I was thrust into the starting line of singleness again. My feet were eager,

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