In this episode of Waking Up to Heaven, David Shapiro shares his powerful testimony of encountering Jesus after a lifetime rooted in Orthodox Judaism and atheism.After years of struggling with dyslexia, identity wounds, anger, and rejecting God, everything changed when David’s mother accepted Jesus shortly before her death. That moment sparked a journey that led David to open the Bible—and encounter Jesus for himself.In this conversation, David reveals:His journey from Orthodox Judaism to faith in ChristHow trauma and identity struggles shaped his early lifeWhy Jesus fulfilled—not erased—his Jewish heritageThe power of forgiveness, prayer, and ScriptureWhy love must lead every conversation about faithThis episode is for anyone wrestling with faith, identity, or unanswered questions about God. Jesus still meets people in the middle of their searching—and this testimony proves it.Connect with Dr. David Shapiro: https://www.drdavidshapiro.org/Get vidIQ to grow your channel faster! 🚀https://vidiq.com/StacyHinkleWelcome to Stacy Hinkle Ministry — stories of healing, deliverance, and hope through Jesus Christ.Subscribe for more powerful testimonies, teachings, and encouragement.Email: [email protected] **🛒 Shop Merch**👉 [https://www.stacyhinkle.org/store](https://www.stacyhinkle.org/store)**📺 Subscribe for more!**👉 [https://www.youtube.com/@StacyHinkle](https://www.youtube.com/@StacyHinkle)**🙏 Sow Into Stacy Hinkle Ministry (One-Time or Monthly)**👉 [https://www.stacyhinkle.org/donate](https://www.stacyhinkle.org/donate)### 📲 Follow Me on Other Platforms:* **Instagram (Ministry)** 👉 /stacyhinkleministry* **TikTok (Main)** 👉 /stacyhinkleministry* **Facebook** 👉 /stacyhinkleministry* **Twitter/X** 👉 /stacyhinkleChapters00:00 David's Journey from Orthodoxy to Atheism02:48 The Turning Point: A Mother's Influence05:26 Discovering Faith: The Call to Church08:13 Reading the Bible: A Life-Changing Experience10:49 Embracing Heritage: The Jewish Perspective13:38 Connecting the Dots: Understanding Scripture16:24 Ministering to Others: A New Purpose19:11 The Boundless Bible Podcast: Sharing Faith22:08 Addressing Logic and Emotion in Faith24:48 The Power of Love in Conversations27:39 Prayer and Movement: A Deeper Understanding30:54 Seeing God in Love32:13 Responding with Love34:54 The Journey of Forgiveness36:12 Connecting Biblical Characters40:11 The Nature of Creation42:55 Free Will and Reverence for God45:57 The Power of Forgiveness51:35 Closing Reflections and Prayer