Focus on the Family with Jim Daly Bringing Hope and Healing Through Rescued Horses (Part 1 of 2)
Jul 24, 2025
Kim Meeder, founder of Crystal Peaks Youth Ranch, shares her journey of transforming tragedy into hope. She discusses the miraculous bond between at-risk children and rescued horses, emphasizing their mutual healing. Through personal stories, Kim illustrates how faith has helped her overcome childhood loss and how it fosters resilience in others. Her experiences reveal the profound connections that can form through compassion, showcasing how horses can facilitate emotional and spiritual restoration amidst brokenness.
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Childhood Tragedy That Sparked Faith
- At nine, Kim Meeder discovered her father had murdered her mother and taken his own life, which drove her to cry out to Jesus in an orchard.
- That moment began her personal journey of salvation and lifelong dependence on Christ.
Adversity As The Place To Meet Christ
- Kim frames adversity as the 'fiery furnace' where meeting Jesus face-to-face happens when we trust and walk through pain.
- That crucible becomes the fulcrum that tips life toward hope and transformation when we call on Christ.
Use Scripture To Counter Lies
- Know God's Word so you can resist the enemy's lies and correct false self-beliefs when they arise.
- Stand on truths like being God's beloved, child, and bride to anchor identity amid trials.
