Have you ever had one of those moments when you look back and think, "How did I miss that?"

 In this episode, I sit down with author and podcaster Cynthia Yanof for a conversation that is equal parts hilarious, heartfelt, and deeply spiritual. Through real-life stories — from gas pump mishaps to everyday awkward encounters — Cynthia reminds us that God is often at work in the small, ordinary moments we’re most tempted to rush past.

Together, we  talk about slowing down enough to notice the people right in front of us, why laughter can be holy, the power of community, and how reconciliation and friendship shape our faith more than we realize. 

This episode is a refreshing reminder that our “big” spiritual moments are often built on tiny daily choices — and that love is always the right answer.

 

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

Listen in to learn more : 
[0:01:55] Finding God in Awkward Everyday Moments

[0:03:56] Choosing People Over Performance

[0:08:38] Answering Culture’s Questions the Right Way

[0:14:34] Why Community and Reconciliation Are Critical

[0:19:44] Basement Seasons, Waiting Well, and Structural Faith


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 Cynthia 

Website -https://cynthiayanof.com/ 

Pick up a copy of her  book 
https://cynthiayanof.com/books/

Listen to Cynthia’s Podcast – https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/messmerized-funny-and-faith-based-encouragement-in/id1687839937 

Connect with Donna 

Instagram: @donnaajones    

Website: www.donnajones.org    

Donna’s speaking schedule:

https://donnajones.org/events/    

Have you ever had one of those moments when you look back and think, "How did I miss that?"
&nbsp;In this episode, I sit down with author and podcaster Cynthia Yanof for a conversation that is equal parts hilarious, heartfelt, and deeply spiritual. Through real-life stories &mdash; from gas pump mishaps to everyday awkward encounters &mdash; Cynthia reminds us that God is often at work in the small, ordinary moments we&rsquo;re most tempted to rush past.
Together, we&nbsp; talk about slowing down enough to notice the people right in front of us, why laughter can be holy, the power of community, and how reconciliation and friendship shape our faith more than we realize.&nbsp;
This episode is a refreshing reminder that our &ldquo;big&rdquo; spiritual moments are often built on tiny daily choices &mdash; and that love is always the right answer.
&nbsp;
And remember, I'd love to connect more on Instagram, where you'll find me at <a href="https://www.instagram.com/donnaajones/?hl=en">@donnaajones</a>. And don&rsquo;t forget to subscribe so you don&rsquo;t miss a single episode!
Xo,
Donna
Listen in to learn more : [0:01:55] Finding God in Awkward Everyday Moments
[0:03:56] Choosing People Over Performance
[0:08:38] Answering Culture&rsquo;s Questions the Right Way
[0:14:34] Why Community and Reconciliation Are Critical
[0:19:44] Basement Seasons, Waiting Well, and Structural Faith
 Donna&rsquo;s Resources:
Order a copy of my latest book -&nbsp;
<a href="https://www.amazon.com/Healthy-Conflict-Peaceful-Life-Communicating/dp/1400243998">Healthy Conflict, Peaceful Life: A Biblical Guide to Communicating Thoughts, Feelings, and Opinions with Grace, Truth, and Zero Regret.&nbsp;</a>
&nbsp;
It is available anywhere books are sold&ndash; <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Healthy-Conflict-Peaceful-Life-Communicating/dp/1400243998">here is the link on Amazon.&nbsp;</a>
&nbsp;
If you need a helpful resource for someone exploring faith and Christianity or simply want to strengthen your own knowledge, you&rsquo;ll want a copy of my book, <a href="https://seekmeetinggod.com/">Seek: A Woman&rsquo;s Guide to Meeting God.</a>
&nbsp;
It&rsquo;s a must for seekers, new believers, and those who want to deepen their confidence in their faith.
&nbsp;
Connect Cynthia&nbsp;
Website -<a href="https://cynthiayanof.com/">https://cynthiayanof.com/</a>&nbsp;
Pick up a copy of her&nbsp; book <a href="https://cynthiayanof.com/books/">https://cynthiayanof.com/books/</a> Listen to Cynthia&rsquo;s Podcast &ndash; <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/messmerized-funny-and-faith-based-encouragement-in/id1687839937">https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/messmerized-funny-and-faith-based-encouragement-in/id1687839937</a>&nbsp;
Connect with Donna&nbsp;
Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/donnaajones/?hl=en">@donnaajones</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
Website:&nbsp;<a href="http://www.donnajones.org">www.donnajones.org</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
Donna&rsquo;s speaking schedule:
<a href="https://donnajones.org/events/">https://donnajones.org/events/</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

If you’ve ever had a conversation where you’ve walked away thinking, “Wow! That was just what I needed”, you know you felt encouraged, learned a thing or two, laughed, and maybe even felt a bit challenged.

Author, national speaker, and pastor’s wife, Donna Jones provides life-giving “that’s just what I needed” conversations to help you know, love, and follow God in the midst of real-life--the one with daily demands and crazy cultural chaos. Sometimes she’ll welcome a guest we can learn from; sometimes the conversation will be just her and you.

 But, Donna’s hope is that each conversation will be exactly what you need.

That's Just What I Needed Podcast

If you’ve ever had a conversation where you’ve walked away thinking, “Wow! That was just what I needed”, you know you felt encouraged, learned a thing or two, laughed, and maybe even felt a bit challenged. Author, national speaker, and pastor’s wife, Donna Jones provides life-giving “that’s just what I needed” conversations to help you know, love, and follow God in the midst of real-life--the one with daily demands and crazy cultural chaos. Sometimes she’ll welcome a guest we can learn from; sometimes the conversation will be just her and you. But, Donna’s hope is that each conversation will be exactly what you need.

If you&rsquo;ve ever had a conversation where you&rsquo;ve walked away thinking, &ldquo;Wow! That was just what I needed&rdquo;, you know you felt encouraged, learned a thing or two, laughed, and maybe even felt a bit challenged. Author, national speaker, and pastor&rsquo;s wife, Donna Jones provides life-giving &ldquo;that&rsquo;s just what I needed&rdquo; conversations to help you know, love, and follow God in the midst of real-life--the one with daily demands and crazy cultural chaos. Sometimes she&rsquo;ll welcome a guest we can learn from; sometimes the conversation will be just her and you. But, Donna&rsquo;s hope is that each conversation will be exactly what you need.

That's Just What I Needed

How Did I Miss That? Finding God in the Everyday Moments with Cynthia Yanof

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