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Hosted by Michelle Von Ruden · 🇺🇸 US · EN-US · 40 episodes
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Why I Believe is a faith-centered podcast sharing real stories of transformation, modern miracles, and lived encounters with God. Through a blend of solo reflections and honest conversations with others whose lives have been changed, host Michelle Von Ruden creates a safe, welcoming space for curiosity, questions, and faith rediscovery.This podcast exists to bring people closer to God, whether you're just beginning your journey, rebuilding after distance, or seeking to strengthen your relationship with Him. Rooted in Matthew 5:16, Why I Believe shines light through authentic stories so God may be glorified, and hearts may be drawn closer to Him.
Michelle Von Ruden hosts Why I Believe, a religion show with 40 episodes published.
Bob "BZ" Fabien Zinga: My Name Is Faith, My Name Is Hope What if the name you were given at birth became the testimony you would live out for the rest of your life? In this episode of Why I Believe , Michelle Von Ruden s
Welcome to Faithful Friday. This week, we're reflecting on John 15:1-5, where Jesus says: "I am the vine; you are the branches." Branches don't struggle to produce fruit—they simply stay connected to the vine. The same i
What if you stopped trying to prove you were good enough, and learned to rest in God's grace instead? In this episode of Why I Believe , Michelle Von Ruden sits down with Kelly Stiles, wife, mother, ministry leader, and
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 cir
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 lea
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
Welcome to Faithful Friday. This week, we're reflecting on John 13:34-35, where Jesus gives His disciples a new commandment: "Love one another. As I have loved you, so you must love one another." Jesus doesn't simply ask
What would you do if your life changed in an instant? In this episode of Why I Believe , I sit down with Will Robbins, golf coach, entrepreneur, and man of faith, to share a story of survival, surrender, and transformati
Welcome to Faithful Friday. This week, we're reflecting on John 11:25-26, where Jesus makes one of His most powerful declarations: "I am the resurrection and the life." These words were spoken to Martha in the midst of g
What does it really look like to trust God… through every season of life? In this episode of Why I Believe , I sit down with Karen Robinson to talk about faith, resilience, and what it means to keep showing up, even when
Welcome to Faithful Friday. This week, we're reflecting on John 10:11-18, where Jesus declares, "I am the Good Shepherd." In a world filled with distractions, opinions, and constant noise, it can be difficult to recogniz
What does it look like to build your life on faith… in the middle of constant change? In this episode of Why I Believe , I sit down with Yannick Hicks, man of faith, immigrant, and lifelong learner, to talk about identit
Welcome to Faithful Friday. This week, we're reflecting on John 8:12-20, where Jesus boldly declares: "I am the light of the world. He who follows me will not walk in darkness, but will have the light of life." Life ofte
What if your story doesn't have one defining moment… but a lifetime of quiet, consistent faith? In this episode of Why I Believe , I sit down with Elzie Flendard, podcaster, entrepreneur, husband, father, and man of fait
Welcome to Faithful Friday. This week, we're reflecting on John 6:35-40, where Jesus declares, "I am the bread of life." In a world filled with distractions and endless demands on our attention, it's easy to feed our min
What if your life changed… in a single moment you almost didn't survive? In this episode of Why I Believe , I sit down with Lia Allen, relationship marketing strategist, entrepreneur, and woman of faith, to share a story
Welcome to Faithful Friday. This week, we're reflecting on John 4:7-15, where Jesus meets the Samaritan woman at the well and offers her something far greater than water, living water. So often, we look to success, relat
What do you do when everything you've built… disappears overnight? In this episode of Why I Believe , I sit down with Elaine Lankford, Christian entrepreneur coach, founder, and leader, to share a powerful story of loss,
Welcome to Faithful Friday. This week, we're reflecting on John 1:35-39, where two disciples hear John the Baptist identify Jesus as the Lamb of God and choose to follow Him. When Jesus notices them, He asks a simple yet
What if everything you've been chasing… still leaves you feeling empty? In this episode of Why I Believe, I sit down with Erin Harrigan; biblical business coach, author, speaker, and self-proclaimed "daughter of the King
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Amanda Hietter
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Sarah Stokes
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Michelle Von Ruden
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