249. You Think It’s Godly… But It Might Be Selfish - with Ruslan KD
About this episode
Zach Rippey and Ruslan KD discuss the differences between selfish and godly ambition, navigating grief, and building relationships across belief systems.
Most Christians won’t talk about selfish ambition vs. godly ambition because many don’t fully understand the difference. So how do we navigate grief, doubt, and trauma when life hits hard—especially after losing someone we love? In this episode of the I Like Birds Podcast, Ruslan KD returns for a deep and honest conversation with Zach Rippey. Ruslan shares insights on building relationships with people who don’t share your beliefs, including his friendship with an atheist, and why creating tension—both online and in real life—can actually lead to growth, clarity, and stronger faith. We dive into: Selfish ambition vs. godly ambition explained What the Bible teaches about success, purpose, and calling How to engage atheists and those who have deconstructed their faith Why many Christians avoid difficult conversations Faith tested through grief, loss, and real-life pain Systems vs. information: how to actually grow in your life Ruslan also opens up about navigating personal struggles and how those experiences have shaped his faith, mission, and approach to content, business, and ministry. What was your biggest takeaway from this episode? (leave a comment) Learn more about Ruslan…
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