Walking through any type of trauma, grief, or trial is not easy … especially when you’re young.

In this episode of Hope Talks, Haley and Dustin sit down with Colton Kyle, the son of American Sniper Chris Kyle and Taya Kyle.

Colton shares his story of navigating grief and finding his calling as a young man in the aftermath of his father’s tragic death. He also discusses the importance of faith and gratitude, as well as having godly family and mentors in our spiritual walk. It’s an encouraging conversation on how the Lord can make beauty from the ashes – and to pursue Him even in the face of tragedy.

Subscribe to the podcast and tune in each week as Haley and Dustin share with you what the Bible says about real-life issues with compassion, warmth, and wit.

So you have every reason for hope, for every challenge in life. Because hope means everything.

Hope Talks is a podcast of the ministry of Hope for the Heart.

Listen in to learn more :

(04:04) Journey of Faith and Gratitude

(08:11) Trusting the Process and Growing

(13:11) Practicing Gratitude and Embracing Emotions

(23:06) Driving Factor

(27:04) Father's Legacy and Faith Impact

(29:58) Continuing a Legacy With American Sniper

(38:06) God's Work in Surreal Moments

(47:04) Appreciating Growth in Personal Faith

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Helpful links and resources

Learn more about the American Sniper brand: www.americansniper.com

Connect with Colton on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coltonkyleofficial/?hl=en

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Learn more about the ministry and resources of Hope for the Heart: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/

Want to talk with June Hunt on Hope in the Night about a difficult life issue? Schedule a time here: https://resource.hopefortheheart.org/talk-with-june-hope-in-the-night

Learn more about Hope Talks and submit a question for Haley and Dustin: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/podcast

God’s plan for you: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/gods-plan-for-you/

Give to the ministry of Hope for the Heart: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/donation/givehope/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=notes&utm_campaign=hopetalks

Merry Christmas!

In preparation for the holidays, Haley and Dustin reflect on the Christmas story and the hope we have because of the first and second coming of Jesus. They also discuss family, Christmas traditions, and share some reflections from the new Hope for the Heart Christmas devotional, “The God of Hope.” See link below for devotional.

Subscribe to the podcast and tune in each week as Haley and Dustin share with you what the Bible says about real-life issues with compassion, warmth, and wit.

So you have every reason for hope, for every challenge in life. Because hope means everything.

Hope Talks is a podcast of the ministry of Hope for the Heart.

Listen in to learn more :

(16:19) Reimagining Christmas Traditions and Celebrations

(28:25) Embracing Christmas Traditions and Hope

In this special episode, Haley and Dustin sit down with Dwight Bain at the 2024 Hope Together Conference. This is part four of a short series with guest speakers and interviews from the conference.

Dwight Bain is a sought-after counselor, life coach, author, broadcaster, and speaker. Dwight specializes in stress management, mental health, personal and organizational change, and coaching leaders.

Dwight shares how he found hope in Christ at a young age and knew he was called to Christian counseling and broadcasting even as a 9-year-old boy. In a wide-ranging discussion, they discuss tips for managing our mental health, the power of story, common barriers to making lasting change, and how life coaches and counselors can be a key factor to help people make needed changes in life.

Subscribe to the podcast and tune in each week as Haley and Dustin share with you what the Bible says about real-life issues with compassion, warmth, and wit.

So you have every reason for hope, for every challenge in life. Because hope means

everything.

Hope Talks is a podcast of the ministry of Hope for the Heart.

Listen in to learn more :

(01:47) Gratitude for Conference Success

(07:05) Embracing Your Unique Story

(16:42) Unlocking Awe & Coaching With God

(23:28) Stigma and Strength of Mental Health

(47:59) Debating Screen Addiction and Medication

(53:14) Finding Gratitude in All Circumstances

(58:06) Dreams Became Reality Through Persistence

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Helpful links and resources

Learn more about Dwight Bain’s ministry and resources – www.dwightbain.com

Connect with Dwight on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dwightbain

Connect with Dwight on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dwightbain/

Learn more about our 2025 Hope Together Conference at www.hopetogether.com

Connect with Hope for the Heart on social!

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hopefortheheart

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hopefortheheart

Learn more about the ministry and resources of Hope for the Heart: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/

Learn more about Hope Talks and submit a question for Haley and Dustin: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/podcast

Want to talk with June Hunt on Hope in the Night about a difficult life issue? Schedule a time here: https://resource.hopefortheheart.org/talk-with-june-hope-in-the-night

God’s plan for you: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/gods-plan-for-you/

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Bible verses mentioned in this episode

1 Corinthians 12:12, 18-20 – “Just as a body, though one, has many parts, but all its many parts form one body, so it is with Christ … God has placed the parts in the body, every one of them, just as he wanted them to be. If they were all one part, where would the body be? As it is, there are many parts, but one body.”

1 Corinthians 13:13 – “And now these three remain: faith, hope and love. But the greatest of these is love.”

1 Thessalonians 5:18 – “Give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.”

James 1:2-4 – “Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance. Let perseverance finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking.