Scripture reminds us that faith is trusting Christ with the unknown–trusting Him when plans change and God chooses a different path for us.
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Sometimes God allows things to die
Sometimes God allows things to die in our lives: good dreams, cherished possessions, loving people. Death is never easy–but God is good.
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What We Need to Help Us through Trials
When you encounter people who are going through a trial, do you find yourself thinking: I really want to help others who are struggling, but what do they need most? As human beings, we all need the following 8 qualities in our lives to help us through our toughest times.
Some of God’s greatest works can be
Some of God’s greatest works can be accomplished when we are forced to wait . . . to depend and to trust that He is at work and His plan is better than we can imagine.
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The Top Five Posts of 2016
It has become a global obsession. Blogging. What began in the late 1990s has revolutionized continents, companies, the corporate market, and constant individual attention. There are a bazillion bloggers out there! Because of this, I’m honored that you take time to read mine. Thank you for continuing to support Reframing Ministries through our blog. The […]
The Best Interviews of 2016
There’s a lot of talk about what is anticipated when a new year rolls around. Let’s not forget the anticipation in the new year. New beginnings . . . new anything is great! Not that I LOVE things, but sometimes new stuff is glorious. For example: A new, soft, cuddly little baby A new, clean house […]
Hope shows up when we share our struggles
Hope shows up when we share our struggles and stories and find there is a way to survive . . . and even thrive. And surviving and thriving starts with Scripture.
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God can use our pain for a greater purpose
God can use our pain for a greater purpose if we allow Him to take charge of our lives. Self-protection rejects Christ’s miraculous care over all our lives.
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Resolutions: The Why Behind What You’re Doing
The success rate of people keeping resolutions is around 8 percent (tops). Resolutions fell off my to-do list years ago. However, I’ve heard that more than 50 percent of Americans still firmly believe in making resolutions. And let’s just say old habits are hard to break; the ritual of making resolutions began long before Christ […]
Courage is Not Natural to One’s Character
Courage is not natural to one’s character. But it can appear when a person is forced to face fears and depend on Christ.
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How to Beat the Burn-Out
TIRED! That was the only word I could think of. Typically, my husband—who leaves for work by 5:20 a.m.—sends me a text asking how the morning routine and getting out the door went. For us, that can be a risky inquiry since, quite often, departing for the day is something just shy of the Exodus. […]
Loving a Child with Great Limits
Loving a child with great limits allows me to see just how many gifts God gives us in life.
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