In this episode of 12 Minute Convos with Jesus Believers, host Angel connects with author Carla Shelton. Carla opens up about her personal journey of faith, moving from Georgia to New Orleans, Louisiana, and experiencing a life-changing encounter with Jesus Christ in 1992. She shares the story behind her book, Conquering the Book Thief, which was birthed from her journey of forgiving an absentee father and overcoming the loss of parental guidance, identity, and affirmation.
Carla discusses how God healed her emotional wounds, filled the void in her heart, and healed her husband of cancer. She offers powerful insights on the necessity of forgiving quickly, releasing bitterness at the altar, and letting God restore brokenness.
Guest's Bio
Carla is an author, speaker, and teacher of God’s word.
Her first published work was called “_Conquering The Book Thief.” This story follows two little girls with absentee fathers and how this affects them. They embark on a journey of healing and forgiveness.
Her most recent book is called “Forgiveness Is a Decision.” This 21-day devotional explores the power of forgiveness and the freedom it brings.
Her passion is to see individuals healed from the pain of unmet emotional needs.
Carla can be heard each Thursday on her weekly radio podcast, Inspirational Minutes, on Christian Mix 106. Her current project includes Monday Manna Inspiration on YouTube. These one-minute shorts tell God’s word in a practical way through personal stories and demonstrations.
Carla uses every opportunity to spread the message of hope and bring glory to God in whatever she does.