{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Elzie Flendard: Things Happen For Me, Not To Me","description":"What if your story doesn\u2019t have one defining moment\u2026 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 faith, to talk about what it looks like to walk with God through every season of life. Elzie\u2019s story isn\u2019t built around a single dramatic turning point. Instead, it\u2019s a series of moments, big and small, where he\u2019s seen God\u2019s hand guiding him, providing for him, and carrying him through. From growing up without his father\u2026 to building a life and family at a young age\u2026 to navigating financial hardship, health scares, and uncertainty\u2026 One belief has stayed constant: Things don\u2019t happen to him\u2026 they happen for him. We talk about:   Seeing God\u2019s hand in everyday life, not just major moments  Faith without a dramatic \u201crock bottom\u201d story  Trusting God through financial struggles and uncertainty A powerful moment of provision when everything felt impossible A life-threatening health scare and divine intervention Why perseverance matters more than perfection  Elzie\u2019s perspective is simple, but powerful: Life won\u2019t always make sense. It won\u2019t always be easy. But if you keep going\u2026 God is there in every step. If you\u2019ve ever wondered if your story is \u201cenough\u201d or struggled to see God in the ordinary\u2014this episode will shift your perspective. You can reach Elzie Flenard III at Elzie Flenard III | LinkedIn Want to share your story? Michelle is currently accepting guest applications for&amp;nbsp;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":"<iframe title=\"Libsyn Player\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"\/\/html5-player.libsyn.com\/embed\/episode\/id\/41908540\/height\/90\/theme\/custom\/thumbnail\/yes\/direction\/forward\/render-playlist\/no\/custom-color\/88AA3C\/\" height=\"90\" width=\"600\" scrolling=\"no\"  allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen><\/iframe>","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/assets.libsyn.com\/secure\/content\/203604375"}