Today we chat about running our race, doing it well, and making our days count. Like REALLY count in light of eternity. Lyn shares about a friend who recently lost a loved one, and we discuss the mix of feelings and emotions and ultimately what that can point us to. We also talk about doing the next small thing, whatever it may be, to move forward in our faith when we feel stuck. Dannette also ...
by design episode #61: embracing your season & homework station ideas
Today we talk about embracing your season of life and living fully right where you are. We encourage you to press into where God has you in this season, because we believe he wants to do a work in you and through you, right where he has you. We also chat a bit about the new school year and set you up to win with some great ideas for homework stations. Because if you're anything like us, the ...
by design episode #60: LIVING BELOVED & back yard party decor
Today on the podcast we chat about the hard to believe truth that we are the BELOVED of God. We discuss a little about the book that inspired this conversation, a few scriptures that Dannette is all excited about, and what it looks like to really take hold of this truth and live as the beloved. And on our design chat, Lyn shares some of the details behind the big pursuit event she ...
By Design Episode #56: Eyes on Him // Dannette Gora
Keep your eyes on God. I’ve had someone ask me before what that really means. Because apparently, I say it often. So what does that really mean? And what does that look like? EYES ON HIM. It’s sort of become my life mantra after the rolling seas of 2014. It’s when I learned to keep my eyes above the waves; to keep my eyes on God and not my circumstances. And I say it often, yes, because I ...
by design episode #55: a modest heart & tile backsplashes // kitchen reno series
Today we finish up our series on Kitchen Reno's with some advice on tile backsplashes. We chat about the best tile sizes to use, whether or not to run your countertop up the wall, and all our favorite options as far as tile style goes. We also talk a little about modesty and not just in the sense of how we dress. We’re talking about a modest heart posture, one that doesn’t seek to bring glory and ...
by design episode #54: painting cabinets // kitchen reno series
We're continuing with our Kitchen Reno Series and today is all about PAINTING CABINETS. We talk thru all the necessary steps, share some of the products we use, and offer some encouragement to get you painting. Thanks so much for listening! xo, Lyn & Dannette ••• LINKS & THINGS {by design} pinterest board: https://www.pinterest.com/bydesignpodcast SEE BEFORE AND AFTERS OF LYNDSYE'S ...
by design episode #53: Countertops // Kitchen Reno Series
We're continuing with our Kitchen Reno Series and today we talk about COUNTERTOPS. Lyndsye shares more about her kitchen reno and why they chose the counters they did. We talk about all the options, types and some of the pros and cons. Thanks so much for listening! xo, Lyn & Dannette ••• LINKS & THINGS {by design} pinterest board: https://www.pinterest.com/bydesignpodcast TYPES OF ...
by design episode #52: knobs and pulls {kitchen reno series}
Today we start a new series on Kitchen Reno's and to kick things off we're chatting about kitchen hardware...aka knobs and pulls. There are lots of funny stories in this one, not to mention a few good tidbits to help you pick out your cabinet hardware. Lyndsye is also talking about her latest kitchen renovation and we get a peek into her new space. Thanks so much for listening! xo, Lyn & ...
by design episode #51: pursuit
Today we talk about the topic of PURSUIT and what that looks like in terms of our faith. We discuss how God is after our hearts, how he pursues us, follows after us, and how he is forever longing to heal and restore the broken within us all. We chat about the things we find ourselves chasing, the longing in our hearts to be found, and the beauty of the pursuit of God. Lyn also shares a bit ...
by design episode #50: LINA ABUJAMRA // Living with Power
Alright guys... so today is episode 50 for us...and we're probably more excited about our GUEST than we are about it being #50!!! Today we have LINA ABUJAMRA on the show, and if you haven't heard of her yet, you need to listen in because she is doing some amazing things in the name of Jesus. Lina works as a Pediatric ER doctor in Chicago, and she also founded a non profit called LIVING WITH ...