In this episode, I talk with Cara Shine about her powerful journey from growing up Jewish with painful misconceptions about Christians to encountering the love of Jesus through the quiet faithfulness of two “good Christians” at her school. During the terrifying DC sniper attacks, one hallway prayer changed everything.

Cara shares how kindness, presence, and Scripture softened her heart and opened the door to faith in Jesus. This conversation is a beautiful reminder that the way we represent Christ matters deeply. If you’ve ever wondered whether your quiet faithfulness makes a difference, this episode will encourage you more than you know.

I’d love to have you join me at Encounter, a half-day retreat on Saturday, March 21st, at 9 AM at Crossline Church. It’s open to the public, and I would love the chance to meet you there.

You can find all the details at crosslinechurch.com/events

And remember, I'd love to connect more on Instagram, where you'll find me at @donnaajones. And don’t forget to subscribe so you don’t miss a single episode!

Xo,

Donna

Key Takeaways
[0:03:16] Jewish Girl on a Christian School Bus: Wounds That Last

[0:06:00] From Terror to Trust: DC Snipers and a School Full of “Good Christians.”

[0:14:12] The Hallway Prayer: One Moment, One Prayer, Total Peace

[0:20:12] Walking into Church for the First Time: “Welcome Everyone” Changes Everything

[0:31:39] “Here I Am” and What Good Christians Actually Do

Donna’s Resources:

Order a copy of my latest book -

Healthy Conflict, Peaceful Life: A Biblical Guide to Communicating Thoughts, Feelings, and Opinions with Grace, Truth, and Zero Regret.

It is available anywhere books are sold– here is the link on Amazon.

If you need a helpful resource for someone exploring faith and Christianity or simply want to strengthen your own knowledge, you’ll want a copy of my book, Seek: A Woman’s Guide to Meeting God.

It’s a must for seekers, new believers, and those who want to deepen their confidence in their faith.

Connect with Cara Shine

• Website: CaraShine.com
  
  
• Instagram: @carashineauthor
  
  

You can order The Hallway Miracle on Amazon or through your favorite local bookstore.

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Connect with Donna

Instagram: @donnaajones

Website: www.donnajones.org

Donna’s speaking schedule: https://donnajones.org/events/

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