{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Kiersten Schlough: This Is Not Who God Says I Am","description":"What if the things people said about you\u2026 were never true to begin with? In this episode of Why I Believe, I sit down with Kiersten Schlough; designer, photographer, youth leader, and woman of faith, to talk about identity, healing, and learning to see yourself the way God does. Kiersten\u2019s journey began with bullying in middle school, feeling like she didn\u2019t fit in, and struggling to understand who she was. That struggle only deepened as she was later diagnosed with dyslexia and dysgraphia, making school even more challenging and leaving her questioning her intelligence and worth. But that wasn\u2019t the end of her story. Through faith, scripture, and learning to pray even for those who hurt her, Kiersten began to rebuild her identity, not based on what others said, but on what God says. She also shares about experiencing church hurt, the pain of walking away from a place she once loved, and how God met her in that healing process in unexpected ways. We talk about: Bullying and struggling to fit in Learning disabilities and redefining intelligence Praying for those who hurt you (even when it\u2019s hard) Navigating church hurt and finding healing The power of forgiveness and letting go How God uses even painful seasons for growth and purpose Kiersten\u2019s story is a powerful reminder that your identity is not defined by your past, your pain, or other people\u2019s opinions. It\u2019s defined by who God says you are. If you\u2019ve ever questioned your worth, struggled to belong, or needed healing from past hurt, this episode will speak directly to you. You can reach Kiersten at Kiersten Schlough (Ziegler) | LinkedIn. Want to share your story? Michelle is currently accepting guest applications for Why I Believe. \ud83d\udc49 Apply here: https:\/\/www.michellevonruden.com\/whyibelieve-apply Ready to take the next step? If you\u2019re feeling called to grow deeper in your faith, identity, or purpose, Michelle would be honored to walk alongside you. \ud83d\udc49 Book a conversation: Book Your Discovery Call with Michelle Von Ruden \ud83d\udc49 Learn more about coaching: Von Ruden Coaching and Consulting LLC- INDIVIDUALS Remember, you don\u2019t have to be perfect to be called. You don\u2019t have to have it all figured out to say yes. God will meet you right where you are. ","author_name":"Why I Believe","author_url":"https:\/\/sites.libsyn.com\/WhyIBelieve","html":"