Restoring Lives with Faith and Hope
Embracing Restoration Ministries exists to guide wounded hearts toward inner healing, emotional restoration, and renewed spiritual hope through the transforming love of God.
About the Ministry
Who we are and why we exist
Embracing Restoration Ministries, International, Inc. is a faith-centered ministry dedicated to guiding victims of abuse, trauma, and loss toward emotional and spiritual healing.
- Founder: Marylin Trent
- Location: Oklahoma, United States
- Initial Focus: Oklahoma
- National Vision: United States
- Current Status: Church
The Divine Inspiration
During the dark days following September 11 in New York City, Marylin personally witnessed the pain and deep need for spiritual comfort in a broken nation. Out of that experience came a divine calling that later became this ministry.
What the Ministry Does
Mission in action
When life’s storms strike, many people feel overwhelmed by anxiety, fear, pain, low self-esteem, guilt, or confusion. Embracing Restoration Ministries was born to guide those souls toward inner healing, emotional restoration, and spiritual hope.
- Through biblical guidance, prayer, mentoring, and emotional support, we help rebuild what pain once destroyed.
- We serve victims of abuse, trauma, and loss—helping them find restoration and divine purpose through God.
- We do not just talk about restoration—we live it through counseling, outreach, teaching, and community support.
How We Help
Testimony of Hope
Healing, forgiveness, and freedom through the love of the Lord
There was a time when everything inside began to break. Childhood wounds—emotional abuse, pain, and rejection— left emptiness and confusion. At 42 years old, everything surfaced in deep tears that lasted for days and weeks.
The Lord sent a Christian therapist who embraced Marylin without judgment and walked step-by-step through restoration. A diagnosis of PTSD came—doctors said there was no hope—but Jesus Christ, the Redeeming Messiah, showed there is.
- “The Lord is close to the brokenhearted.” — Psalm 34:18
- “He lifted me out of the pit of despair and put a new song in my mouth.” — Psalm 40:1–3
Today she declares: “I am no longer a victim—I am victorious.” And to anyone walking through similar pain: you are not alone. Yeshua heals, restores, and gives peace that surpasses understanding.
Practical Steps for Healing
- Name the pain: Write what happened and how it affected you.
- Seek safe help: Christian counseling and trusted support.
- Practice forgiveness: A guided process—acknowledge the pain but release it.
- Immerse in the Word: Isaiah 61, Psalm 34, Psalm 40, John 8.
- Serve from your scars: Help others when they need guidance and support.
My Heart Cried “Enough!” — Life, Purpose, and Restoration
From the testimony and message of Marylin Trent
In “My Heart Cried Enough, Why My Lord”, Marylin expresses the depths of human pain, the silent cry of the soul for answers, and the living hope found when God takes control of our story.
The Valley of Pain
Years of storms—despair, wounded emotions, depression, low self-esteem, and false guilt—raised the repeated question: “Why, Lord?” Over time, Marylin understood those storms were the stage where God formed character, purified faith, and revealed His love.
She experienced physical, emotional, spiritual, sexual, verbal, and financial abuse—wounds that marked self-worth. Yet God showed His purpose was not destruction, but freedom; restoration begins when we depend completely on Him.
The Voice of Forgiveness
In tears came the voice of God: “You were created in My image. You are valuable. You are not alone.” The Holy Spirit revealed that one of Satan’s greatest tactics is making people feel worthless.
Forgiveness became the hardest and most beautiful path. In prayer, the Holy Spirit brought to mind twenty-six people. Forgiveness was not weakness, but a step toward freedom: “They were the perpetrators, but you were called to heal.”
The Day the Heart Cried “Enough!”
In a breaking moment, Marylin cried: “I can’t take it anymore, Lord! Take me with You!” God did not take her life—He gave purpose. That night, the journey of healing began.
Victory and Restoration
- “No weapon formed against you shall prosper.” — Isaiah 54:17
- “If anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation.” — 2 Corinthians 5:17
- Forgiveness restores the soul.
- Faith heals the wounds of the past.
- The love of God rebuilds lost identity.
Dedication
This testimony is dedicated to every person who feels broken and downhearted, searching for a reason to keep going. May these words reflect the love that sustains, the faith that restores, and the voice of God that says: “You are not a victim. You are MY daughter. Your story will be used to heal many.”
Transformative Books & Publications
True stories of redemption & miracles
Book 1 — “My Heart Cried Enough”
A powerful story of one woman’s journey through unimaginable abuse and trauma, and the unwavering faith that carried her to victory. A path toward forgiveness, redemption, and divine hope through our Lord and Savior, Yeshua.
Book 2 — “Betrayal of Innocence” (Coming Soon)
Betrayal breaks trust, distorts perception, and leaves invisible scars. Through pain and struggle, Marylin learned that every human fracture meets a divine response: the full restoring love of God—turning wounds into testimony.
Book 3 — “Tortured: Choosing Life or Death” (Coming Soon)
A book defining how we may deal with trauma along life’s journey. It addresses painful decisions where despair may make death seem like relief— yet death is not the answer. True restoration means life through faith in Yeshua.
Book 4 — “Toxic Enchantment: Wolf in Sheep’s Clothing” (Coming Soon)
Teaches how to identify red flags of manipulation and control inside and outside spiritual environments, including spiritual abuse and coercion. A journey of boundaries, clarity, rebuilding self-worth, and victory through the Word of God.
Featured Work — Betrayal of Innocence (Extended)
The process of God through the life of Marylin Trent
In Betrayal of Innocence, Marylin invites readers into the intimate and transformative process God uses to heal, restore, and reveal His glory through pain—turning betrayal into testimony and tears into seeds of purpose.
The Father’s Process (Four Stages)
- Forgiveness: The beginning of true freedom.
- Healing: The Holy Spirit touching the deepest wounds.
- Restoration: Recovering stolen identity.
- Victory: Turning wounds into a testimony of power.
Core Message
- “The Lord is a stronghold for the oppressed.” — Psalm 9:9
- “The Lord is near to the brokenhearted.” — Psalm 34:18
- “He sent His word and healed them.” — Psalm 107:20
- “God has not given us a spirit of fear…” — 2 Timothy 1:7
Programs and Services
Empowering, educating, and restoring
Services Offered
Marylin Trent offers speaking engagements, educational programs, and workshops designed to bring awareness, healing, and restoration to individuals and communities impacted by abuse and trauma. Presentations are grounded in compassion, truth, and empowerment.
Available for
- Schools: Classes and organizations focused on characteristics of an abuser and recognizing abusive behaviors.
- Church Youth Groups, Congregations, Women’s Ministries
- Sororities, Local Organizations, YWCA
- Centers for Reproductive Rights
- Halfway Houses and Incarcerated Populations
- Domestic Violence Shelters
- Colleges & Universities: Speaking engagements and workshops promoting awareness, prevention, and healing.
- Workshops, Retreats, and Programs for women and youth.
Education & Prevention
“Open Your Eyes, Daughter”
- Recognize signs of manipulation and emotional abuse.
- Strengthen identity and worth in God.
- Build pathways to renewal and victory through truth, boundaries, and support.
Fundraising Campaign
“Restoring Lives with Faith and Hope”
Embracing Restoration Ministries launches the campaign “Restoring Lives with Faith and Hope” to support victims of abuse through books, counseling, and restoration programs that promote emotional and spiritual healing.
Core Mission
Every day, lives are broken in silence. Many women, men, and youth suffer domestic violence, trauma, and abuse, feeling lost and unseen.
Your donation supports
- Printing and distributing books that inspire recovery and faith.
- Workshops, speaking engagements, educational programs, and emotional support sessions for victims.
- Educational and awareness campaigns about abuse prevention.
- Providing hope to families in Oklahoma and beyond.
The time to act is now
Every hour, someone suffers in silence. Every hour, someone waits to hear: “You are not alone.”
Social Media Kit (Summary)
- Banner: “Help us restore lives — Donate today.”
- Post: “Every seed of love transforms a life. Join us in bringing healing and hope.”
- Story: “Together we bring restoration and faith.”
- Hashtags: #RestoringLives #MarylinTrent #FaithHeals #HopeInAction #EmbracingRestoration
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Discover the Journey and Service of Marylin Trent
History of service, training, and commitment
Professional Profile
Marylin Trent is an ordained minister, certified chaplain, biblical transformation coach, soul care guide, and director of social service programs, known for dedication to human and spiritual restoration. She has served in ministries, prisons, recovery homes, homeless shelters, nursing homes, and personal development centers—uniting professional service with divine purpose.
Professional Experience
- Activities / Social Services Director — Nursing home environment
- Oklahoma Jail & Prison Ministries (OJPM) & Oklahoma County Sheriff’s Office (OCSO) — Coordinated 150+ volunteers, supervised financial areas, organized major fundraising events, maintained donor/volunteer records, supported chaplain care, distributed Bibles and educational materials.
- City Rescue Mission (Oklahoma City) — Case Management Manager & Spiritual Development Coordinator; co-facilitated chapel services, spiritual classes, retreats, therapeutic classes; designed spiritual classes for clients.
Academic Education
- Southwestern Oklahoma State University (Weatherford, OK) — Bachelor of Music in Piano Performance (1992)
- Christian Life School of Theology (Columbus, Georgia) — Bachelor of Theology (two semesters remaining to complete), 2005
Certifications & Ordination
- Leading Age of Oklahoma — Certification in Activities & Social Services (April 2018)
- State of Oklahoma — Licensed Ordained Minister (2011)
- State of Oklahoma Marriage Initiative — Training for Marriage Counseling
- Scope Ministries (OKC) — Biblical Counseling Classes (2003)
- Cross Country University (Nashville, TN) — Continuing Education Certificate (Dec 15, 2004 seminar)
Additional Training
- Enhancing Functional Outcomes: OT treatments for clients with mental illness (2004)
- Prevention and Healing of Sexual Abuse Workshop (July 9–10, 2004)
- Counseling Victims of Sexual Abuse & The Three Stages of Healing (May 22, 2002)
- InFocus (Houston, TX) — Fycometer Training (2002), including out-of-country eye-exam mission trips
- Vine Life Ministries (OKC) — Biblical Counseling (1999–2000), completion of coursework
Innercity missions in 41 states; many domestic and international mission trips; mentor in 9 prisons in Oklahoma (5 female, 4 male).
Impact & Call to Action
Join the mission of restoration and hope
Marylin Trent and Embracing Restoration Ministries are a beacon of hope for those who have suffered abuse, trauma, or despair. Every testimony, workshop, and book is living proof of God’s power to restore and transform.
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