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Reframing Ministries InterviewsRescued: What He Can DoHave you ever wondered why you feel stuck? Trapped in depression, darkness, unhealthy patterns, or harmful behaviors? Are you curious why certain situations trigger you? Join Colleen Swindoll-Thompson and one of Billboard’s Top 5 female Christian artists for the last two years, Tasha Layton, as they discuss some of Tasha’s story of emotional healing and […]Read complete post.
2025-09-2547 min
Reframing Ministries InterviewsDigging Deep into Physical and Spiritual RootsColleen’s family has been on a healing journey with their youngest adult son who has a number of complex physical diagnoses, along with disabilities and other challenges. Through the struggle, the unknown, and the lack of answers from traditional western medicine, they found the help and benefits of functional medicine. Colleen Swindoll-Thompson had the opportunity […]Read complete post.
2025-09-1100 min
FaithTalk Today with Rick ProbstEp 87 (pt. 2) | Colleen Swindoll Thompson on raising a special needs child & finding God in the midst of itWhen life flips your world on its head, can hope still hold on? In part 2 of this heartfelt interview on FaithTalk Today, Rick Probst sits down with Colleen Swindoll Thompson as she shares her journey of raising a son with special needs. Walking through seasons of heartbreak, exhaustion, and doubt, Colleen found a fresh vision of God’s grace. Discover how she learned to see pain through a new lens, rebuild her faith, and face the road ahead with courage. Listen to “Insight for Living” weekdays at 9am on AM 970 WNIV or listen online at faithtalkatlanta.com ...
2025-08-1111 minFaithTalk Today with Rick ProbstEp 87 (pt. 1) | Colleen Swindoll Thompson on raising a special needs child & finding God in the midst of itCan hope survive when your world is turned upside down? In this moving episode of FaithTalk Today, Rick Probst welcomes Colleen Swindoll Thompson to share her experience as a mom raising a son with special needs. Through heartbreak, exhaustion, and moments of deep doubt, Colleen discovered a new way of seeing God’s grace. Hear how she learned to reframe pain, rebuild her faith, and embrace the journey with courage. Listen to “Insight for Living” weekdays at 9am on AM 970 WNIV or listen online at faithtalkatlanta.com. Find FaithTalk Today on social! Facebook ...
2025-08-0812 min
Reframing Ministries InterviewsSimple Steps to Connect with Jesus That Will Change Your LifeHave you ever felt like your prayers were inadequate? So many of us feel like we are “bad” at praying, yet that is exactly Satan’s goal: to bring doubt and do what he can to separate us from our heavenly Father. Join Colleen Swindoll Thompson and author and ministry leader Addison Bevere, as they dive […]Read complete post.
2025-07-2400 min
Reframing Ministries InterviewsHow We Navigate Hills and Valleys in Our MarriageIs your life or marriage at a bend in the road? At that place where a life event has left you unable to see a clear path in front of you, and you know that your response could make you or break you at any moment? Colleen Swindoll Thompson and her husband, Toban, understand rocky […]Read complete post.
2025-03-1346 minReframing Ministries InterviewsSimple Steps to Connect with Jesus That Will Change Your LifeHave you ever felt like your prayers were inadequate? So many of us feel like we are “bad” at praying, yet that is exactly Satan’s goal: to bring doubt and do what he can to separate us from our heavenly Father. Join Colleen Swindoll Thompson and author and ministry leader Addison Bevere, as they dive […]Read complete post.
2025-02-1345 min
Reframing Ministries InterviewsSeeing God’s Goodness in the Dark ShadowsHas it been hard for you to find a ray of sunshine amidst the darkness at play in the world today? It’s so hard to have hope when all we see and hear about is what is wrong in our world, our homes, and even our hearts. Join Colleen Swindoll-Thompson as she talks with Susie […]Read complete post.
2024-12-1200 min
Reframing Ministries InterviewsA Couple’s Story of Making Music Out of the MessHave you experienced chronic pain with no medical answer? Has a diagnosis wreaked havoc in your family? Join Colleen Swindoll Thompson as she talks with music duo Kenny and Claire Hilliard, as they share their story of Kenny’s complicated medical issues, Claire caring for her husband, and how it affected their home and heart. Listen […]Read complete post.
2024-11-1400 min
Reframing Ministries InterviewsWhat to Do When Addictions Hit Your HomeToo many people are not talking about it. With 1 in 7 Americans struggling with addiction issues, it is a topic that we need to be more aware of.* Individuals, families, workplaces, and organizations are affected at their core from the many related symptoms and behaviors. Join Colleen Swindoll Thompson as she talks with Dove nominated singer-songwriters […]Read complete post.
2024-09-1200 min
Reframing Ministries InterviewsMentoring Moments: Lifetime Lessons with Pastor Chuck SwindollHow can we slow the pace, silence the noise, and enter into each other’s lives? In our fast-paced and information-based society, we often miss the power and importance of intentional and impactful relationships. Mentoring is one such type of relationship that has deeply impacted and shaped the Swindoll family. We have the priceless opportunity to […]Read complete post.
2024-08-0800 min
Reframing Ministries InterviewsEmpowering Truths That Eliminate Fear of the FutureIt’s a topic that often creates confusion and anxiety: the end times. Yet God’s Word is clear about the plans and promises He has for us and our future. Listen in as Colleen Swindoll Thompson and Reader’s Digest-dubbed “Best Preacher in America” Max Lucado dive into what the Bible has to say about the end […]Read complete post.
2024-07-1100 min
WELCOME HEART: Living a Legacy LifeEp 216 Reframing Our Suffering with Colleen Swindoll ThompsonColleen Swindoll Thompson speaks today about "reframing her pain" and what she didn't learn in Sunday School. "We don't like to hear that life includes suffering," Thompson states, "and that modeling how to suffer well is the best legacy we can leave our children." She was raised well and she figured if she did "her part for God and with God" she'd be okay. But she wasn't.
Through multiple difficult and tragic circumstances, she learned to lean in toward God and allow Him to do his refining work, and all of it helped her establish "Reframing Ministries"—an...
2024-02-1950 min
Hope on the Hard Road Special Needs Podcast"Reframing the Journey with Medical Needs" with Colleen Swindoll ThompsonMedical Series:
"Reframing the Journey with Medical Needs" with Colleen Swindoll Thompson
We are so excited to have Colleen Swindoll Thompson back on the podcast today to talk about her families Journey with Medical Needs.
Colleen is no stranger to trauma and trials. Her experiences with difficult circumstances of life has given her an unwavering passion to encourage and equip caregivers and their families with truths and tools that help them live well regardless of life’s ever-changing circumstances. She founded Reframing Ministries, a division of Insight for Living Minis...
2024-01-2236 minHope on the Hard Road Special Needs Podcast”Reframing Special Needs Ministry” with Colleen Swindoll ThompsonMinistry Series:
”Reframing Special Needs Ministry” with Colleen Swindoll Thompson
We are beginning our Ministry Series and we are excited to be talking today with Colleen Swindoll Thompson. Colleen is no stranger to trauma and trials. Her experiences parenting a child with multiple disabilities have given her an unwavering passion to encourage and equip caregivers and their families with truths and tools that help them live well regardless of life’s ever-changing circumstances. @colleenswindoll has founded Reframing Ministries, a division of Insight for Living Ministries, that focuses on providing a community that“ gets it,” as we...
2023-10-3047 min
Reframing Ministries InterviewsWhen Anger Arises: Finding Your Strength in the Midst of SufferingAn Interview with Brad Hambrick
2023-09-1400 min
Reframing Ministries InterviewsGod’s Not Done: Turning Your Adversity into an AdvantageAn Interview with John Meador
2023-08-1000 min
Reframing Ministries InterviewsGrowing Old Together: Getting It Right Before It All Goes WrongLeft to the mundaneness of everyday life and the challenges of each hard season, the natural drift of couples is toward isolation and separation. Without intention to grow together through the ups and downs, it’s easy to find yourself and your spouse living like roommates, just co-existing in the same house. In this episode, Colleen […]Read complete post.
2023-06-0800 min
Madness & Grace PodcastEpisode 9: Caring for the Caregiver with Colleen Swindoll-ThompsonWelcome back to the Madness & Grace Podcast!Today, our hosts are joined by Colleen Swindoll-Thompson - founder of Reframing Ministries, who's experience with domestic abuse, parenting a child with multiple disabilities, identity theft, medical mayhem, a difficult divorce, betrayal from trusted Christians, and the like has given her an unwavering passion to encourage and equip caregivers and their families with truths and tools that help them live well regardless of life’s ever-changing circumstances. Listen to their conversation as Colleen shares her story, gives advice to caregivers going through a difficult time, and shares some simple ways ind...
2023-05-1822 min
Reframing Ministries InterviewsHow to Overcome Recurring Cycles of Victory and DefeatAmy Perry is a member of the multi–Dove-award-winning trio Selah. One of the most beloved groups in Christian music, Selah has garnered more than 750 million streams and sold over 4 million albums. Despite the accolades, fame, and red-carpet moments, Amy has had a lifelong struggle with weight and self-image issues. Bitterness from childhood bullying […]Read complete post.
2023-05-1148 min
Reframing Ministries InterviewsTwo Essentials for Experiencing Radical Faith and FreedomAn Interview with Steve Brown
2023-04-1300 min
Reframing Ministries InterviewsA Courageous Call: It’s Not What You ThinkAn Interview with Dane Ortlund
2023-03-0900 min
Reframing Ministries InterviewsRelational Truths When You Are Totally Tapped OutAn Interview with John Townsend
2023-02-0900 minReframing Ministries InterviewsDigging Deep into Physical and Spiritual RootsAn Interview with Dr. Jill Carnahan
2023-01-1200 min
Reframing Ministries InterviewsHow Pastor Chuck Swindoll Has Clung to HopeAn Interview with Pastor Chuck Swindoll and Colleen
2022-12-0800 min
Reframing Ministries InterviewsDiscovering Joy in Difficult SeasonsAn Interview with Nicole Jacobsmeyer
2022-11-1000 min
Reframing Ministries InterviewsYour Battle Plan for Tackling Life’s TrialsAn Interview with Jonathan Evans
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Reframing Ministries InterviewsWhat to Do When You Think You’ll Never Smile AgainAn Interview with Lisa Appelo
2022-08-0941 min
2022-07-1445 min
Reframing Ministries InterviewsGrace for All Our Family MembersA conversation with three generations of Swindolls
2022-06-091h 01
Reframing Ministries InterviewsConfronting the Chaos of Domestic ViolenceStalking, rape, harassment, trauma, murder . . . these words represent the enormous reality that domestic violence has become a global epidemic. The National Coalition Against Domestic Violence defines domestic violence as . . . Willful intimidation, physical assault, battery, sexual assault, and/or other abusive behavior as part of a systematic pattern of power and […]Read complete post.
2022-05-1201 min
Reframing Ministries InterviewsBeautifully Unbroken: The Prostitute’s Daughter RestoredAn Interview with Jodie Ballenger
2022-04-1449 min
Reframing Ministries InterviewsEmpowering You to Embrace!An Interview with Marilyn Nutter and April White
2022-03-1049 min
Reframing Ministries InterviewsAn Anchor of Hope in the Depths of GriefAn Interview with Priscilla Shirer
2022-02-1042 min
Reframing Ministries InterviewsWhen Things Don’t Look Like We ExpectedA back porch conversation with Colleen Swindoll Thompson and Tiffany Jo Baker
2022-01-1311 min
Reframing Ministries InterviewsIn One Second Our Lives Changed ForeverAn interview with Linda and Jen Barrick
2021-12-0900 min
2021-11-1140 min
Reframing Ministries InterviewsWhen You Need Grit and a Whole Lot of GraceAn Interview with Jessica Ronne
2021-09-0842 min
Reframing Ministries InterviewsPlacing Anxiety at the Feet of the AlmightyAn Interview with Amy Simpson
2021-07-2252 min
Reframing Ministries InterviewsResilient Courage for Facing Fears and New SeasonsAn Interview with Jan Silvious
2021-07-071h 05
Reframing Ministries InterviewsThe Midnight Call, the Dreadful Murder, and New Grounds for Ministry, Part 2An Interview with Carol Kent
2021-06-2300 minReframing Ministries InterviewsThe Midnight Call, the Dreadful Murder, and New Grounds for Ministry, Part 1An Interview with Carol Kent
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2021-06-1044 min
Reframing Ministries InterviewsSuffering and God’s Strange, Sovereign PlanAn Interview with Michele Cushatt
2021-05-1956 min
Reframing Ministries InterviewsThe Spiritual Art of Raising Children with DisabilitiesAn Interview with Kathleen Bolduc
2021-05-061h 04
Reframing Ministries InterviewsHow to Make Peace with an Unexpected LifeAn Interview with Michele Cushatt
2021-04-2252 min
2021-04-081h 03
Reframing Ministries InterviewsIf God Is Good, Then Why Is There Suffering?An Interview with Philip Yancey
2021-03-181h 01
Reframing Ministries InterviewsHow to Manage Faith and Mental Health Issues, Part 2An Interview with Matthew Stanford, Part Two
2021-03-0441 minReframing Ministries InterviewsHow to Manage Faith and Mental Health Issues, Part 1An Interview with Matthew Stanford, Part One
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Reframing Ministries InterviewsMental Health Matters: Healing in the DarknessAn Interview with Kay Warren
2021-01-201h 02
Reframing Ministries InterviewsWhat You Can Do to Protect Your Children from Sexual AbuseAn Interview with Lawrence W. Daly
2021-01-0656 min
Reframing Ministries InterviewsSpecial Needs Parenting: I Would Have Said YesAn Interview with Lisa Simmons
2020-12-2145 min
Reframing Ministries InterviewsSeeing God’s Purpose and Promises through Blind EyesAn Interview with Gordon Mote
2020-12-071h 08
2020-11-021h 03
Reframing Ministries InterviewsGod’s Navigation: Unexpected Plans for an Expected GoodAn Interview with Meaghan Wall
2020-10-2055 min
Reframing Ministries InterviewsServing Families with Mental Health DisordersAn Interview with Steve Grcevich
2020-10-0657 min
Reframing Ministries InterviewsHow to Live Abundantly One Day at a TimeAn Interview with Emily Colson
2020-09-211h 00
Reframing Ministries InterviewsHow “The Least of These” Change Us and the WorldAn Interview with David Glover
2020-09-031h 02
Reframing Ministries InterviewsWords of Wisdom When Fearful and AnxiousHard Stories from the Swindoll Home
2020-08-1700 min
Reframing Ministries InterviewsWise Words for the Weary Soul: Discussing DepressionHard Stories from the Swindoll Home—Discussing Depression
2020-08-0357 min
2020-07-0646 min
2020-06-1644 min
Reframing Ministries InterviewsCaring for Your Marriage While You Care for OthersAn Interview with Joe and Cindi Ferrini
2020-06-0148 min
Reframing Ministries InterviewsA Love Story Tested by Trials and TraumaAn Interview with Joni and Ken Tada
2020-05-0449 min
Reframing Ministries InterviewsHow to Not Lose Your Mind After You Lose a Loved OneAn Interview with Greg Laurie
2020-04-0644 min
Reframing Ministries InterviewsWhen Parents Have to Make Difficult DecisionsLife is full of ups and downs we never expected. For some, the surprising twists and turns change everything about life. Amy Robertson understands challenges, change, and choices in the midst of unbearable pain. When Amy Robertson’s youngest son, Dustin, was diagnosed with severe autism just before he turned 3, life was difficult. When Dustin […]Read complete post.
2020-03-0240 min
Reframing Ministries InterviewsReframing Anxiety: God’s Good Plan in How We’re MadeAn interview with Steve Fischer
2020-01-0600 min
The Nothing Is Wasted PodcastEpisode 86 - Colleen Swindoll-ThompsonUnder even the best of circumstances, parenting is a challenge. Very little that’s worth doing is easy, and raising children is no exception. But for Colleen Swindoll-Thompson, that challenge was increased tenfold when her son was born with severe special needs that would leave him dependent on her care for his whole life. But Colleen’s trials didn’t end there. A divorce from an abusive husband, a daughter who struggled with self-harm and thoughts of suicide, and much more left Colleen walking through a deeper valley than she would have ever imagined. Colleen shares with Davey about what she’s...
2019-11-141h 08
Reframing Ministries InterviewsWaking Up to a Life That Is Far from FairAn Interview with Tammy Trent
2019-10-0754 min
Reframing Ministries InterviewsHow the 5 Love Languages Can Transform Special Needs FamiliesAn Interview with Jolene Philo
2019-09-0353 min
Reframing Ministries InterviewsHopeful Words on Multiple Sclerosis, Abortion, Disability Identity, and UnityAn Interview with Mark Davis Pickup
2019-08-0652 min
Reframing Ministries InterviewsFootball, Phantoms, Fractures, and FaithAn Interview with Chris Norton
2019-07-0151 min
Reframing Ministries InterviewsHealing Hope after a Diversity of Deaths, Part 2An Interview with Stephen "Doc" Hunsley
2019-06-0529 minReframing Ministries InterviewsHealing Hope after a Diversity of Deaths, Part 1An Interview with Stephen "Doc" Hunsley
2019-06-0436 min
Reframing Ministries InterviewsHow a Hollywood Nightmare Turned into a Christ-driven DreamAn Interview with Brad Alden
2019-05-0648 min
Reframing Ministries InterviewsThe Gift of Autism: How to Love, Learn, and Do Real LifeAn Interview with Kelli Anderson
2019-04-0149 min
Reframing Ministries InterviewsFrom Brain-Stem Stroke to Sterling HopeAn Interview with Katherine and Jay Wolf
2019-02-041h 01
Reframing Ministries InterviewsSoul Recovery When Faith is Shattered, Part 2An Interview with Diane Kim, part 2
2019-01-0739 min
Reframing Ministries InterviewsSoul Recovery When Faith is Shattered, Part 1Any woman expecting a child will tell you their greatest hope is to have a healthy child. Diane Dokko Kim was no different; she prayed and prepared for the baby God was knitting together in her womb. When Diane delivered Jeremy, he appeared healthy and their home was filled with joy. As the months unfolded, […]Read complete post.
2018-12-3100 min
Reframing Ministries InterviewsSuffering: The Means to Finding a Meaningful, Fulfilling LifeAn Interview with Sandra Glahn
2018-12-0454 min
2018-11-051h 01
First Person with Wayne ShepherdFirst Person: Colleen Swindoll ThompsonColleen Swindoll Thompson of Reframing Ministries talks with Wayne Shepherd about her calling to offer help and encouragement to those who are suffering and those individuals with special needs, along with their caregivers.
2018-10-2400 min
First Person with Wayne ShepherdColleen Swindoll ThompsonColleen Swindoll Thompson of Reframing Ministries talks with Wayne Shepherd about her calling to offer help and encouragement to those who are suffering and those individuals with special needs, along with their caregivers.Send your support for FIRST PERSON to the Far East Broadcasting Company:FEBC National Processing Center Far East Broadcasting CompanyP.O. Box 6020 Albert Lea, MN 56007Please mention FIRST PERSON when you give. Thank you!
2018-10-2423 min
Reframing Ministries InterviewsWhy God Allows Pain as We Follow Him CloselyAn Interview with Natalie Herrington
2018-10-0255 min
Reframing Ministries InterviewsSeminary Didn’t Qualify Them for This WorkHear how Steve and Chuck’s life events have prepared them for a ministry of caring.
2018-09-0400 min
2018-07-111h 03
Reframing Ministries InterviewsTools for Those in Need of Mental Health SupportAn Interview with Joe Padilla
2018-05-181h 04
Reframing Ministries InterviewsHealing and Hope for Victims of ViolenceAn Interview with Chris Keith
2018-04-111h 14
2018-03-191h 03
Reframing Ministries InterviewsFor Love That Lasts, Let God Design ItAn interview with Jeff and Alyssa Bethke
2018-02-1401 min
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2017-09-2250 min
Reframing Ministries InterviewsYou Can Live Well in Spite of Struggles with a Mental Health IssueAn interview with Brad Hoefs
2017-08-011h 07
Reframing Ministries InterviewsLife: Is It What Happens to You or the Dreams You Carry Out?An interview with Michael Hyatt
2017-04-0741 min