David Shapiro

Why I Started Writing:

Growing up with dyslexia, words were not my strength, they were my battleground. But in the struggle, God gave me something unexpected: a deep hunger for truth. As I studied Scripture and the historical roots of my faith, I found that writing became the clearest way for me to process, focus, and express what God was revealing. Writing slowed me down, sharpened my thoughts, and allowed me to concentrate on eternal things. I write to bring the truth of God to life for others, the way it came alive for me. In a world full of noise and confusion, I want readers to encounter clarity, reason, and the love of Christ on every page.

Authors Who Have Influenced Me:

I’ve been shaped by a unique blend of voices. The ancient historian Josephus opened my eyes to the world behind the Bible, grounding faith in real events. The academic rigor and clarity of John Lennox inspired me to defend truth with both logic and humility. And the emotional honesty of C.S. Lewis reminded me that faith is not just a system, it’s a relationship that touches the heart. In many ways, these three thinkers reflect who I am: historically rooted, intellectually driven, and emotionally engaged. They’ve each helped me become the kind of communicator who reaches both the mind and the soul.

Books I Have Written:

Jesus Christ…A Lot of Evidence is my debut book, and I’m honored to be publishing it with Elk Lake. It’s an unapologetic yet accessible defense of the Christian faith, written especially for believers who long to grow in confidence that the Bible is true, Jesus is the Messiah, and faith and logic are not enemies. While this is my first book publication, I’ve also written for Christian newsletters and apologetics communities. This debut feels like the culmination of years of study, prayer, and a desire to help others believe with both their heart and their mind.

What I'm Working On Now:

I’m currently working on two more books. The first is a personal and theological reflection titled The Pharisee I Didn’t See. This is a look into my journey from religious pride to relational faith in Jesus. It confronts legalism, routine Christianity, and the dangerous desire to be “right” over being righteous. The second project is a Christian mental health book that blends Biblical truth with real-life, practical insight. Drawing from both secular psychology and Christian theology, the book addresses anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, and more, helping readers understand how to heal mentally while walking closely with God. Both books reflect my passion to bridge truth and compassion, to help people not just know God, but hear Him.