For anyone who cares for the LGBT community, this is a must read. Alan's story of transformation and his decades of ministry to the sexually broken gives him unique authority to share the power available in the gospel of Jesus. This book is an important addition to the current conversation about homosexuality: Jesus doesn't just accept and forgive people, He transforms them. Ron Citlau, Senior Pastor of Calvary Church, IL, Author of Compassion without Compromise: How to Love our Gay Friends and Keep the Truth and Hope for the Same-Sex Attracted: Biblical Direction for Friends, Family Members, and Those Struggling With Homosexuality What happens when a man finds himself sunk in a downward spiral of risky homosexual acts and he knows no way to escape? And when he is about to lose his prestigious and profitable career, along with his marriage, and even his life? The answer would have been certain tragedy for Alan Medinger if not for a praying wife and the mercy of God. Restored and inspired, he went on to establish a ministry for same-sex-attracted people (Regeneration of Baltimore, Maryland), where he and his wife, Willa, influenced hundreds to turn from homosexuality and seek holiness. Through their work with Exodus International, they influenced thousands more. When quarrels and dissension affected Exodus in Alan’s last years, he predicted its demise and explained how ministries would continue to succeed without it. Through Alan and Willa Medinger’s story in By God’s Design , you will learn the truth about homosexuality, its causes, its healing, and how the church can help. Anyone interested in ministry to the same-sex attracted, or in the rigors of ministry in general, will enjoy this much-needed account of a big hearted pioneer. Joe Dallas, Founder of Genesis Biblical Solutions, Author of When Homosexuality Hits Home and The Gay Gospel? How Pro-Gay Advocates Misread the Bible Alan Medinger’s life story needs to be remembered simply because so many today are frantically trying to forget. His story remains a billboard of the power of Jesus to change a life. Peter Hubbard , Teaching pastor at North Hills Community Church, Author of Love Into Light: The Gospel, the Homosexual and the Church I am so thrilled to see the Medingers’ story in print. Alan’s testimony of transformation is amazing and genuine. Bob Davies , Past president of Exodus International, Co-author of Coming Out of Homosexuality with Lori Rentzel and of Someone I Love Is Gay with Anita Worthen This book is a must have for all who knew the Medingers, as well as for those who desire to know what God can do in the area of same-sex attraction with lives that are fully surrendered to Him (and to the vital experience of the authority of scripture). Jeanie Smith , Director of Set Free Ministry It’s wonderful that many will have the opportunity to read about Alan and Willa and the work they have done as pioneers of the ex-gay movement. Alan was true to who he was when speaking to a group, writing a book or just sharing with friends. He was all about shining a light on the path for other men to follow, men who were trapped in the bondage of the homosexual life. Willa was his colorful life companion who had the same burden for wives of those men. Anita Worthen, Co-author of Someone I Love Is Gay I am so grateful that the lives of these two remarkable people will be remembered through the pages of this book. They were pioneers in a difficult and often unrewarding work that brought new life to so many people. Frank Worthen , Founder and Director of Love in Action in California and of New Hope Ministries; Author of This Way Out and Destiny Bridge , Co-founder of Exodus International and past president of Exodus International "Stalwart" is a word we shouldn't use lightly, but what better term describes Alan Medinger? For decades he was a consistent voice of integrity, and for many of us, a reliable co-laborer and friend. Reading Judith Hartzell s book had me laughing and crying, remembering the man she s so well profiled. Anyone interested in ministry to the same-sex attracted, or in the rigors of ministry in general, will enjoy this much-needed account of a big hearted pioneer. -Joe Dallas,Author of When Homosexuality Hits Home and The Gay Gospel? How Pro-Gay Advocates Misread the Bible, Founder of Genesis Biblical Solutions Alan Medinger's life story needs to be remembered simply because so many today are frantically trying to forget. His story remains a billboard of the power of Jesus to change a life. Many thanks to Judith Hartzell for writing a life history full of grace and truth. - Peter Hubbard, teaching pastor at North Hills Community Church and author of Love Into Light: The Gospel, the Homosexual and the Church When asked to read By God s Design and offer my comments, I intended to read only a chapter daily as a part of my devotions. The book was so interesting that I often read two or three chapters, even when i