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 ...
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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 ...
by design episode #49: The Verb with Dr. Holleman {CHOSEN}
Dr. Heather Holleman is back in this episode to discuss the verb CHOSEN. As we've mentioned before, Heather has a PhD in English Literature and has been teaching writing at Penn State for 10+ years. She also writes books (like life changing ones!) and we're excited to share her passion for verbs and knowledge of God's word with you all! Today we chat about what it means to be CHOSEN from ...
by design episode #48: shannon courtaney // intentional parenting
Today we get to talk with one of our favorite ladies! Shannon Courtaney has mentored Lyn in SO many ways over the years and has always pointed her to truth both in her words and by modeling it in her own life. She's a mom to four sweet kids and is someone who many of us look to for wisdom and encouragement in our little community here in Valparaiso, Indiana. Shannon and her husband Brad are not ...
by design episode #47: lisa-jo baker // never unfriended { bonus episode! }
Since this weekend is Mother's Day, we thought we'd treat you all with a BONUS episode! We're chatting with the lovely Lisa-Jo Baker in this one, and seriously, who better to encourage us all for Mother's Day than this gem?! Lisa tells us all about her new book Never Unfriended and unpacks the beautiful and sometimes painful concept of friendship. She shares some really great insight about how to ...