Godly Ambition

“Godly Ambition is a vital guide for a culture where people are desperate to discover their authentic self. Ruslan KD helps us strengthen our identity in Christ, address our wounds, and cultivate habits aligned with God's purpose. His practical and biblical insights on navigating setbacks and removing distractions will give hope and help to many.”—Joshua Broome, speaker, author, and pastor

“Ambition can be a dangerous thing that shrivels our souls, and Christians sometimes avoid it. But in this inspiring book, Ruslan KD helps us understand that there is a Godly ambition, one that is often sorely lacking in the church. Sharing honestly from his own experiences, he shows us how to cultivate the right kind of ambition, then gives practical suggestions for how to achieve it.”—Gavin Ortlund, pastor, professor, and author of Why God Makes Sense in a World That Doesn’t

“Godly Ambition is a road map for anyone trying to navigate the tension between career and calling, hustle and holiness. Ruslan KD doesn’t just inspire—he equips you with practical steps and biblical wisdom to pursue big goals without losing your soul. If you've ever wrestled with starting, quitting, or wondering what’s next, this book will meet you right where you are.”—Jon Acuff, New York Times bestselling author of Soundtracks: The Surprising Solution to Overthinking

“In Godly Ambition, Ruslan KD speaks to the tension within every visionary. This book is a clarion call back to kingdom-centered purpose and faithfulness, which is anchored in our identity in Christ. Every follower of Jesus needs to read this book and embrace its message.”—Benny Perez, speaker, author, coach, and lead pastor of ChurchLV

“Ruslan KD cuts through the noise with a message Christians desperately need: Your ambition can be holy. Godly Ambition doesn't waste time with vague spiritual platitudes or hustle culture hype; instead, it delivers a battle-tested framework for channeling your drive in ways that glorify God.”—Mike Signorelli, lead pastor of V1 Church

“Godly Ambition is a wake-up call for the church today, a wake-up call for Christians to use their gifts for the kingdom rather than personal gain, and a wake-up call to define success biblically rather than by the metrics of the world. With transparency and wisdom, Ruslan KD offers readers a game plan for lasting impact.”—Sean McDowell, PhD, is a YouTuber, author, and professor of apologetics at Talbot School of Theology

“In Godly Ambition, Ruslan KD offers more than insight—he offers his story, forged through pain and redeemed by purpose. This is not just a book of wisdom; it’s a testimony of how God never wastes our pain. From brokenness to bold conviction, he shows how surrendering our wounds to Christ can birth a calling greater than we imagined.”—Jeff Bradford, president of Human Coalition

“This isn’t just a book—it’s a blueprint for becoming the person God designed you to be.”—Andrew F. Carter, husband, dad, pastor, and author

“Godly Ambition is practical, biblical, and inspiring, showing that hard work, big dreams, and deep faith are partners in God's kingdom work.”—Melissa Dougherty, Christian apologist and author of Happy Lies