'American Sniper' Widow Taya Kyle Forgives, Clings to Jesus 11 Years Later

Taya Kyle lived a nightmare on February 2, 2013, when her husband, Navy SEAL Chris Kyle, and his friend, Chad Littlefield, were murdered at a Texas gun range by a former marine they were trying to help. The loving wife and mom of two has bravely shared her family's story and has worked diligently over the years to inspire others to process through and navigate their pain. Her latest project, "Prayers for Bears: Bailey the Grateful Bear" is a children's book that reflects her family's story.
"We're about 11 years out of Chris's murder - just over 11 years," Kyle told CBN News, explaining how she has had to focus on gratitude over the years to navigate such profound loss. "When he first was killed, I remember talking to a friend of mine, saying, 'I don't know how I'm going to afford our house.'" But her friend assured her she would always have a roof over her head and food to eat. That encouraging friend reminded Kyle there are people who love and care about the family.
In the end, this advice was proven true despite the difficulties the family faced. That reminder has helped Kyle and her children, Colton, 19, and McKenna, 18, refocus on thankfulness. "My kids and I pick that up and we pray that, even to this day of," Kyle said. "Just, 'Thank you, God, for the roof over our head and the food to eat it.'" She continued, "Those are blessings. And even if it doesn't negate that bad things are happening when you're grateful, I think that's an important point."
Remembering that the good and bad can coexist - that difficulties and times of gratitude can coalesce - is something Kyle now seeks to instill in readers and fans. She, of course, knows a great deal about finding hope amid struggles, as she and her children had to deal with the very public loss of her husband, a revered sniper known for his incredible skills. The process of journeying through loss was "messy," Kyle admitted.
"The great news is that I believe God prepares us for the things that are going to happen to us later," she said. "He just does it really lovingly and really gently, so we can't predict the bad thing that's coming." Kyle said she now sees how the Lord equipped her and her family well before Chris was killed. She recalled how she began clinging deeper to her faith while Chris was still in the military and deployed, relying on God to navigate fear, find joy, and cope with loss. Watch her tell the harrowing story.
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[@stephenrowland5932]

What an amazing Christian lady!!! She is a truly great example for all of us to truly live for Jesus Christ, no matter what!!!! ❤️✝️

[@allysondoerfler2435]

We also need to remember that Chad Littlefield died that day next to Chris. I pray that his family has received the same comfort and strength as Taya and her kids.

[@mauricamcginnis4063]

Funny how you don't hear his name .Just cris .!! That's not fair or right .

[@gigi2474J]

Such a blessing to hear that God has Taya's heart and she knows who she serves!!

[@ronb6313]

Loved the movie, American Sniper, well done. Bless y'all!

[@LisaCooper-ed5em]

God bless you and your family Taya...❤ Your love of the extraordinary man that you shared is beautiful and I believe your husband was an exceptional man beside an extraordinary wife...you help so many people with your tireless work...😊

[@kimberlybegonia2869]

😇🙏🏼💜Many Blessings! Ty for reminding me to have gratitude!

[@mauricamcginnis4063]

Try remembering on your own .It's more sincere.Instead you come off sounding like your fawning .

[@stlukes09bymycreator98]

Great video TAYA KYLE may God always be with you and your family, in heart and spirit and I pray that God will always strengthen you for the rest of your life in whatever you do 🙏🇺🇸❤️.

[@georgesand6958]

Thank you.

[@mauricamcginnis4063]

A life lived .Let's not exalt what doesn't need to be .

[@jenniferwilliams4832]

Stay strong girl!! May God bless you and keep you and your family. Great job!

[@trudybraden180]

I enjoyed her book American Wife.

[@Fayth_Marie]

Amen!!

[@lynlong1292]

Ah.....there she is. We missed you & love you. So, good to see you.

[@markstaunton9725]

God bless you.

[@rmrita55]

what an inspiration

[@TheGoodNews101]

Love this!

[@arnoldmullins8475]

I can forgive, It's our way of life! BUT I WILL NEVER FORGET BIDEN'S FAILURE TO AFGHANISTAN VETERANS

[@coyhisaw2211]

God Bless

[@gparroz3288]

Without Jesus in their marriage these couples won’t stay together or be happy. Tons of stress on spouse plus kids then add travel and not knowing what is happening. Decompressing when the Dad returns plus trying to turn the switch off when you can’t forget what you just did or witnessed. Whoring around and drinking coupled with pharmaceuticals that may or may not be added for performance enhancement. There is so much regret and the longer he does it the worse it stacks up in his head. Pride and loss of pride hurts so much when the crash happens. Pray for these men and women and their kids to look to Jesus for guidance and clarity. Jesus is the waymaker May the Lord continue to bless all of you. Amen

[@Sprnggold]

❤❤❤🙏

[@romainspuyt9634]

Does Taya Kyle have a KZbin channel?

[@antonialovesyou4462]

Resurrection Glory needs to be more talked about in the church! ✝️

[@toddhefer-en3kh]

Praise God. God Bless in Jesus Christ Name Amen.

[@kyledunn6853]

🥃 For Chris