On today's episode we chat girls trips, heart checks, and what it means to be IN Christ. We dig in to the truth of who we are "in Christ", how the Father sees us because of it, and ultimately how living from that truth can change not only the way we see ourselves, but also how we serve and love others. We also give you instructions involving making a list and lighting candles. So listen in, grab ...
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by design episode #65: Encountering Jesus & Dannette’s 40th Surprise Party
Today we talk about what happens when we encounter Jesus. This type of encounter is not just something that happens at the moment of salvation when the scales are removed from our eyes and we believe and turn to Christ. It's also something for those of us who already believe and yet are still living in the broken shadowy areas in certain parts of our lives. It's the moment when we see MORE of Him ...
by design episode #64: Home Staging Tips
On today's episode Lyn gives some tips for staging your home, and we share a few guidelines to help get you moving in the right direction. We also chat books -- what we're reading and about to pick up. And don't forget about our up and coming Gift Giving Guide! We're in the process of preparing for our lists now (we're ahead of the game, obviously!), so please send us some of your favorite ...
by design episode #63: Finishing Your Race Well // Life Change Center Finishes
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 #62: waving the banner of love, hope & faith // dannette’s accidental kitchen reno
Today we share a few of our sentiments as we discuss some of the hard and ugly things happening in the world these days. We chat about God's desire for us to be one in Christ, the beauty of creation in all it's diversity, and we share a few ideas on how to stand in this broken world and wave the banner of love and hope and faith. +++ We also talk about Dannette's accidental kitchen reno that ...
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 #59 // PURSUIT LIVE
Today is a really special episode! Many of you know Lyn hosted a women's event in her backyard with a panel of women discussing what pursuing God looks like. WE RECORDED IT, and now you can listen along even if you weren't there! It was such a magical evening, full of rich conversation, encouragement, and amazing worship! Make sure you listen all the way to the end where you can hear a couple of ...
by design episode #58: Being Faithful in the Small Things
Have you guys ever been a little scared to do something new and out of your comfort zone? On today's episode we talk about some new and exciting steps of faith for us. Lyn has her first speaking engagement this fall, and she's still kinda shocked! Dannette is embracing her calling as a writer, and God's been opening up new places for her to share her gift. So, if you're feeling called to step ...
by design episode #57 Hope and Chalk Board Paint
On today's episode we catch up on some things going on in our lives, {like PURSUIT in Lyn's backyard THIS THURSDAY!! YOU should come!!} and what God's been growing in us. We share how hope, real lasting hope has helped us both in the darkest hours of our lives. We know all to well that sometimes in our right now, hope seems far off and unavailable. But, with reminding ourselves of truth, we can ...