Welcome to Faithful Friday.

This week, we're reflecting on one powerful verse from John 14:27:

"Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you."

Jesus doesn't promise us a life without uncertainty, fear, or difficult circumstances. Instead, He offers us something the world cannot give, a peace that isn't dependent on everything around us going according to plan.

What are you carrying today that Jesus is asking you to place in His hands?

As you listen, consider this reflection question:

What worry, fear, or burden do you need to surrender to Jesus today?

After the Scripture reading, you'll have an opportunity to pause for personal prayer and reflection before returning to pray the Our Father together.

📖 Scripture: John 14:27

This week, when worry begins to creep in, return to Jesus' words: "My peace I give to you."

Thank you for joining me for Faithful Friday.

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Michelle is currently accepting guest applications for Why I Believe.

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Ready to take the next step?

If you're feeling called to grow deeper in your faith, identity, or purpose, Michelle would be honored to walk alongside you.

👉 Book a conversation: Book Your Discovery Call with Michelle Von Ruden
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Remember, you don't have to be perfect to be called.
You don't have to have it all figured out to say yes.

God will meet you right where you are.

What happens when your plan… doesn't go the way you expected?

In this episode of Why I Believe, I sit down with Kurt Luidhardt, entrepreneur, business owner, husband, and father, to talk about success, identity, and learning to trust God with the outcome.

Kurt grew up with a strong foundation of faith.

But like many high achievers, he spent years chasing goals, building a business, and trying to control the outcome.

And when things didn't go according to plan…

Frustration followed.

Missed opportunities.
Business struggles.
Plans falling apart.

But looking back, Kurt can now see something he couldn't see in the moment:

God was working the whole time.

We talk about:

• Why hindsight reveals what we can't see in the moment
• The danger of tying your identity to success
• How "good things" can quietly become idols
• A turning point that changed how he viewed work, family, and purpose
• Learning to trust God with outcomes, not just effort
• Why prayer matters more than your to-do list

Kurt shares a powerful perspective that changed everything:

God is a 4th quarter comeback.

Because when everything seems lost…
and nothing is going your way…

That's often when God shows up the clearest.

If you've been striving, pushing, and trying to control every outcome, this episode will challenge and encourage you.

You can reach Kurt at Kurt Luidhardt | LinkedIn

Want to share your story?

Michelle is currently accepting guest applications for Why I Believe.

👉 Apply here: https://www.michellevonruden.com/whyibelieve-apply

Ready to take the next step?

If you're feeling called to grow deeper in your faith, identity, or purpose, Michelle would be honored to walk alongside you.

👉 Book a conversation: Book Your Discovery Call with Michelle Von Ruden
👉 Learn more about coaching: Von Ruden Coaching and Consulting LLC- INDIVIDUALS

Welcome to Faithful Friday.

This week, we're reflecting on John 14:1-7, where Jesus offers comfort to His disciples with these words:

"Let not your hearts be troubled."

He reminds them, and us, that even when the future feels uncertain, we can trust Him. Jesus doesn't simply show us the way; He is the Way. He is the Truth. He is the Life.

How often do we try to control the outcome instead of trusting the One who already knows the destination?

As you listen, consider this reflection question:

What situation are you trying to control instead of trusting God to lead?

After the Scripture reading, you'll have an opportunity to pause for personal prayer and reflection before returning to pray the Our Father together.

Scripture: John 14:1-7

Reflection Question:
What situation are you trying to control instead of trusting God to lead?

This week, take one step toward surrender. Whatever you're holding tightly, place it in God's hands and trust that He is faithful to lead you.

Thank you for joining me for Faithful Friday.

Want to share your story?

Michelle is currently accepting guest applications for Why I Believe.

👉 Apply here: https://www.michellevonruden.com/whyibelieve-apply

Ready to take the next step?

If you're feeling called to grow deeper in your faith, identity, or purpose, Michelle would be honored to walk alongside you.

👉 Book a conversation: Book Your Discovery Call with Michelle Von Ruden
👉 Learn more about coaching: Von Ruden Coaching and Consulting LLC- INDIVIDUALS

Remember, you don't have to be perfect to be called.
You don't have to have it all figured out to say yes.

God will meet you right where you are.