In this episode, we sit down with retired educator and coach Rudy Steidl, a deeply respected leader in the Bismarck school system. Rudy shares his journey from Valley City to Bismarck High School and how a faithful coach and a powerful encounter at an FCA camp shaped his life forever.

In This Episode:

• The coach who inspired Rudy to pursue teaching and coaching
• His first trip to FCA Camp in 1970—and how it changed everything
• The quiet yet powerful faith modeled by his parents
• How carrying his Bible became part of who he is
• The ripple effect of his legacy through decades of service

Verse of the Day:

"4Rejoice in the Lord always; again I will say, rejoice. 5Let your reasonableness be known to everyone. The Lord is at hand; 6do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. 7And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.

8Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable, if there is any excellence, if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things." - Philippians 4:4-8

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