by Aubrey Travis Sampson | Jul 9, 2015 | Posts, Uncategorized
When I gave up on church a few years back, it was because I had been wounded several times…in several churches. And honestly, I began assuming every church was like the ones where I’d been burned. I know better now, though, because I finally stumbled upon a...
by Aubrey Travis Sampson | Jul 5, 2015 | Posts, Uncategorized
I had a wonderful time speaking (and enjoying the ocean and the Mickey Mouse) in Florida. Next week we will kick off our new series on Shame and Spiritual Abuse/When You’ve Been Hurt By the Church.In the meantime, I am so pleased to share a Q&A with Dr....
by Aubrey Travis Sampson | Jun 11, 2015 | Posts, Uncategorized
Lydia Brown is a gifted poet who has contributed some beautiful lines to my book. A few weeks ago I received an email from her, and she generously gave me permission to share it with ya’.___”Mini Story: The past few days, I’ve been experiencing some...
by Aubrey Travis Sampson | Jun 3, 2015 | Posts, Uncategorized
To believe we are seen and known intimately by an invisible God is the craziest of beliefs. It’s honestly, well, it’s unbelievable. And yet, I don’t know about you, but to let go of that belief would probably make me crazier. I’d lose my...
by Aubrey Travis Sampson | May 27, 2015 | Posts, Uncategorized
This week I need your help!I’ve applied for a scholarship to attend the IF:Gathering Local Leaders Conference for women this fall. It’s an amazing event and I am one of 43 being considered. However, there are only five scholarships.So I need your votes. If...
by Aubrey Travis Sampson | May 19, 2015 | Posts, Uncategorized
I asked Sheli Massie to blog for me this week because her writing is raw and beautiful. She doesn’t shy away from darkness or feel the need to wrap things up in a pretty little bow–and yet–she somehow displays the hope and redemption of God. I know...