A Redesigned Life: Uncovering God's Purpose When Life Doesn't Go as Planned

The very existence of HGTV, the DIY movement, and Pinterest proves we love great design. We adore plans and perfectly staged rooms. But what happens when we discover we are living a life we didnot design? When our dreams lie in tatters or when we experience loss of any kind? What happens when life feels like one big Pinterest fail? Where is God in the midst of what doesn't make sense? Does he care?Drawing from time-honored design principles such as movement, contrast, and pattern, former interior designer and Bible teacher Tracy Steel offers frustrated and discontented women the assurance that Godis their ever-present, caring Designer. With a mix of wit and wisdom, Tracy proves through biblical examples and personal testimony that God remains true to his plans and purposes, accomplishing them in and through us in every season of life. She helps us recognize God's design principles, enabling us to embrace our sometimes messy lives, especially when they're ones we never would have designed for ourselves.From the Back CoverEmbrace God's invitation to redesign the interior spaces that matter most.We all love great design. But what happens when we discover we are living a life we didnot design? When our dreams lie in tatters and nothing is going according to our carefully laid-out plans? Where is God in the midst of the mess?Drawing from time-honored design principles such as movement, contrast, and pattern, Bible teacher and former interior designer Tracy Steel offers you the assurance that God is the ever-present, caring Designer of your life and that he remains true to his plans and purposes in every season--especially the messy ones. Through biblical examples and true stories from her own experience, Tracy will help you recognize God's purposeful design in your life so you can experience peace and contentment even when life doesn't go as planned."A Redesigned Life will acquaint you with God as the Designer of your life and guide you in adorning the home of your heart. Tracy's wisdom and practical tips in these pages will help you uncover balance, space, and contrast in your life and home."--Trina McNeilly, author ofLa La Lovely: The Art of Finding Beauty in the EverydayTracy Steel, former interior designer and ministry leader, now delights in redesigning the interior space of the hearts and minds of women around her. Tracy is a military wife and mother of two and holds a MA in biblical and theological studies. She is a mentor, a speaker, and the author ofImages of His Beauty, a ten-week Bible study for young women. To learn more, visit tracymsteel.com.About the AuthorTracy Steel graduated from Kansas State University with a BS in interior design in 1998. As a project designer, Tracy created and coordinated the design and space planning of commercial spaces for clients such as Bank One, Wells Fargo, Express Scripts, DHS, and Lockheed Martin. Moving from one type of interior design to another, Tracy then worked in full-time youth ministry, serving as the director of female students at Scottsdale Bible Church. God's true design for Tracy now involves improving the interior space of the hearts and minds of women around her. Currently stationed in Washington, DC, this military wife and mother of two is now in seminary pursuing her master's degree in biblical and theological studies. Tracy enjoys linking up with other bloggers, leading Bible studies at her local church, and speaking at various moms' groups and women's ministries events nationwide. She is also the author ofImages of His Beauty, a 10-week Bible study for young women that focuses on identity, overcoming and healing through Christ, and bearing the image of Christ. To learn more, visit tracymsteel.com.