Intentional Living by Design

True faith isn’t proven in the easy moments—it’s revealed in the ones where we choose to keep going. In Season 2, Episode 15 of Intentional Living by Design, we focus on developing a faith that perseveres through trials, delays, setbacks, and seasons of weariness. There are moments in every believer’s journey where quitting feels easier than continuing—but God calls us to a faith that endures. In...

Sometimes God doesn’t reveal the full roadmap—He simply asks us to trust Him for the next step. In Season 2, Episode 14 of Intentional Living by Design, we focus on what it means to live by faith when the path ahead feels uncertain. There are seasons when clarity is limited, answers are delayed, and direction seems blurred—but faith teaches us to trust God even when we cannot clearly see where He...

Fear may be loud, but faith is stronger. In Season 2, Episode 13 of Intentional Living by Design, we confront one of the greatest barriers to purposeful living: fear. Fear can silence our obedience, distort God’s promises, and keep us from stepping into all that God has called us to be. But faith empowers us to move forward with courage and confidence in God. In this episode, we’ll explore what Sc...

Waiting is rarely easy—but it is often where God does some of His deepest work in us. In Season 2, Episode 12 of Intentional Living by Design, we turn our attention to one of the most challenging parts of the faith journey: trusting God in the waiting. Whether you’re waiting for direction, healing, provision, or a breakthrough, seasons of waiting can test our patience, our faith, and our trust in...

Faith calls us to trust what God has spoken, even when we cannot yet see where the path is leading. In Season 2, Episode 11 of Intentional Living by Design, we explore what it truly means to live by faith and not by sight. So often we want visible proof, clear answers, and guaranteed outcomes before we move forward—but God invites us to walk in trust, guided by His promises rather than our circums...

When we look at life through a Kingdom lens, everything changes—our priorities, our decisions, even how we respond to hardship. In this episode of Intentional Living by Design, we explore what it means to live with a Kingdom perspective in a culture obsessed with the temporary. You’ll discover how embracing an eternal mindset brings clarity, courage, and peace in the present moment. Together, we’l...

Obedience is our responsibility—but the outcome has always belonged to God. In Season 2, Episode 10 of Intentional Living by Design, we focus on the often-challenging step that comes after obedience: trusting God with the results. We may follow God faithfully, yet still wrestle with anxiety, control, and fear over how things will turn out. But true peace is found when we place both our steps and t...

Purpose is often revealed not through understanding—but through obedience. In Season 2, Episode 9 of Intentional Living by Design, we explore the powerful connection between obedience and purpose. Many of us want clarity about God’s will before we take a step, but Scripture shows us that purpose is often unlocked after we choose to obey. God reveals more as we faithfully respond to what He has alr...

What we value most will always shape how we live. In Season 2, Episode 8 of Intentional Living by Design, we turn our focus to the powerful practice of aligning our priorities with God’s purpose. So often, life pulls us in many directions—busy schedules, pressing demands, and competing expectations—but God invites us to live centered, focused, and intentionally aligned with what matters most to Hi...

Sometimes we look for God’s purpose only in the big moments, while He is often working powerfully in the ordinary ones. In Season 2, Episode 7 of Intentional Living by Design, we explore the beautiful truth that God’s purpose is not limited to mountaintop moments—it is woven into our everyday lives. The routines, responsibilities, and seemingly small moments are often the very places where God is...

You are not an accident. You are not forgotten. You were created on purpose, for a purpose. In Season 2, Episode 6 of Intentional Living by Design, we center on the powerful truth that your life has intentional design and divine meaning. Long before you took your first breath, God formed you with purpose, gifting you uniquely for His plans and His glory. In this episode, we’ll explore what Scriptu...

In a world filled with uncertainty, hope is more than wishful thinking—it’s the anchor of our soul. In this episode of Intentional Living by Design, we explore what it means to live anchored in God’s promises, even when circumstances feel unstable. Hope grounded in Christ gives us strength, endurance, and clarity for the journey ahead. We’ll reflect on: ● 💡 How biblical hope differs from worldly...

No matter what yesterday held, God meets us today with fresh mercy and unfailing grace. In Season 2, Episode 5 of Intentional Living by Design, we focus on the powerful truth that God’s mercy is new every single morning. This promise reminds us that we are never defined by our failures, our fatigue, or our past—because each day begins with the compassion and faithfulness of God. In this episode, w...

Faith is rarely comfortable—but it is always worth it. In Season 2, Episode 4 of Intentional Living by Design, we focus on what it truly means to step forward in faith, even when the path ahead feels uncertain. After releasing the old and allowing God to renew our minds, we’re now invited to trust Him enough to move forward—one obedient step at a time. In this episode, we’ll explore how God often...

Before God can fully do a new work in us, He often invites us to release what no longer belongs in this new season. In Season 2, Episode 3 of Intentional Living by Design, we explore the difficult but freeing process of letting go of the old—old mindsets, old habits, old wounds, and even old seasons that God is calling us to leave behind. Holding onto the past can quietly hinder our growth and lim...

Transformation doesn’t begin with changing our circumstances—it begins with renewing our mind. In Season 2, Episode 2 of Intentional Living by Design, we dive into the life-changing power of renewing your mind through God’s truth. Our thoughts shape our attitudes, our choices, and ultimately the direction of our lives. When our thinking is aligned with God’s Word, everything begins to shift. In th...

In this powerful kickoff to Season 2 of Intentional Living by Design, we’re invited to pause, reset, and realign our hearts with the God who makes all things new. No matter what the last season held—victories, failures, weariness, or waiting—God’s grace offers us a clean slate and a renewed purpose today. In this episode, we’ll explore what it truly means to start fresh with God, how His mercies a...

Update for season 2

Disappointment is something we all face—but it doesn’t have to steal our joy. In this episode of Intentional Living by Design, we explore how to cultivate joy even when life doesn’t turn out the way we expected. Joy isn’t based on circumstances—it’s rooted in Christ. When we anchor our hearts in His goodness, we can experience real, lasting joy in the midst of unmet expectations, delays, and heart...

Transitions can be disorienting—but they’re also opportunities for growth and redirection. Whether you're entering a new season or letting go of an old one, this episode of Intentional Living by Design will help you navigate life’s changes with clarity and purpose. God doesn’t waste transitions—He uses them to transform us. We’ll talk about: 👉 How to discern God’s direction in seasons of change...

There’s a fine line between Godly confidence and self-reliance. In this episode of Intentional Living by Design, we unpack how to walk boldly in your identity and calling without falling into the trap of pride or independence from God. Godly confidence is rooted in knowing who you are because of whose you are—not in striving to prove your worth or relying on your own strength. Together we’ll explo...

We’re constantly pulled in a thousand directions—by technology, obligations, opinions, and noise. In this episode of Intentional Living by Design, we talk about how to rise above the distractions and live with clarity, purpose, and eternal focus in a world that thrives on busyness and overload. When we don’t intentionally direct our attention, the world will gladly do it for us. But God invites us...

In a world that often confuses kindness with people-pleasing, how can we live out a faith that is both courageous and compassionate? In this episode of Intentional Living by Design, Blake is joined by his friend Greg Cole to explore what it means to cultivate bold faith without losing the heart of Christ’s compassion. Bold faith isn’t about being harsh, and compassion isn’t about being weak. Jesus...

In a world that often confuses kindness with people-pleasing, how can we live out a faith that is both courageous and compassionate? In this episode of Intentional Living by Design, Blake is joined by his friend Greg Cole to explore what it means to cultivate bold faith without losing the heart of Christ’s compassion. Bold faith isn’t about being harsh, and compassion isn’t about being weak. Jesus...

God calls us to lead with both strength and humility—to carry His authority while reflecting His heart. In this episode of Intentional Living by Design, we’ll explore what it means to walk in spiritual authority without pride, and how true leadership is grounded in servanthood. Spiritual authority isn’t about control—it’s about influence rooted in surrender. We’ll talk about: 👉 The biblical found...