From Broken to Bold: Samantha Stanley's Journey of Faith, Forgiveness, and Purpose

In this deeply moving episode of Powerless to Powerful, host Dr. Angela Bennett welcomes Samantha Nicole Stanley, a youth minister and licensed practical nurse from West Virginia. Samantha, the spiritual daughter of Bishop Sam and Pastor Lana Callaway, shares her remarkable testimony of overcoming darkness, depression, and suicidal ideation to finding purpose, faith, and forgiveness in Christ.

🌿 Key Highlights:

• Samantha's Early Life & Struggles: Growing up in a challenging household with an alcoholic father, Samantha experienced abuse, depression, and severe bullying. Despite a non-church upbringing, supportive relatives introduced her to Jesus, sparking a relationship with God that would later save her life.
• Facing Suicidal Thoughts & God's Intervention: Samantha opens up about her two suicide attempts and how God intervened during her darkest moments, leading her toward a deeper faith and renewed purpose. Both Dr. Angela and Samantha candidly discuss the reality of suicidal ideation and how God’s love pulls us out of the darkest pits.
• The Power of Prayer & Forgiveness: Dr. Angela and Samantha explore the transformative power of prayer and the importance of forgiving both ourselves and others. Samantha highlights her chapter in the anthology "Get Free to Set Free", which focuses on forgiveness as a key to healing and freedom.
• Youth Ministry & Outreach: Samantha discusses her work with youth at Jordan Outreach Center, where she teaches children aged 0 to 12 about their worth and identity in Christ. She also shares the heart behind her outreach initiative, Beautiful Spread, which provides essential hygiene products and Bibles to those in need.
• Personal Growth & Finding Joy in Christ: Through her story of self-discovery, Samantha speaks on how her identity in Christ has transformed her life, giving her the strength to face challenges, find joy, and trust in God's promises.

In her message of hope, Samantha reminds listeners that no matter how dark life may seem, God's light is always there to guide them to healing and joy. This episode is a powerful testament to faith, resilience, and the unwavering grace of God.

📚 Be sure to check out Samantha's inspiring chapter in the book "Get Free to Set Free" and support her outreach work through Beautiful Spread.

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Connect with Samantha

www.facebook.com/samantha.stanley

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