The Grace Cycle Show
Are you a Christian mom in midlife longing for deeper connection with God—but feeling burned out from trying harder?
Welcome to The Grace Cycle Show, the faith-based podcast that helps women like you grow spiritually without striving.
Hosted by Karen Dittman, co-author of Thriving in Grace: Unleashing Wellness from a Biblical Perspective, this podcast offers biblical encouragement, honest conversations, and practical tools to help you live by the power of God’s grace—not guilt or performance.
Each week, Karen shares real-life stories, inspiring interviews, and teachings on The Grace Cycle—a transformational framework to help you thrive emotionally, spiritually, and relationally in your 40s, 50s, and beyond.
Whether you're seeking spiritual renewal, tired of perfectionism, or want to experience more peace and purpose in this season of life, Thriving in Grace is for you.
Subscribe today and discover a fresh, grace-filled path to spiritual growth.
The Grace Cycle Show
Grace and Joy: A Transformative Health Journey with Christine Trimpe
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In this episode of The Grace Cycle Show, host Karen Dittman talks with Christine Trimpe, a faith-based wellness leader who helps professional Christian women experience true health and vitality through a holistic, Christ-centered approach. Christine shares her powerful story of losing over 100 pounds and how emotional and spiritual healing were just as important as physical transformation.
The conversation dives into overcoming food addiction, the role of daily Bible reading in health breakthroughs, and practical strategies for sustainable lifestyle change. Karen and Christine explore how God’s grace can fuel long-term health, freedom, and wholeness — far beyond diet culture or willpower.
Perfect for listeners struggling with:
• Emotional eating or stress-related health cycles
• Disconnection between faith and physical wellness
• Wanting lasting change rooted in grace, not guilt
Tune in for Christ-centered health insights, real transformation stories, and practical next steps to start your own journey.
00:00 Welcome to the Grace Cycle Show
00:48 Introducing Christine Trimpe
01:56 Christine's Weight Loss Journey
03:49 The Role of Faith in Transformation
10:10 Daily Discipline and Spiritual Growth
15:25 Overcoming Food Idolatry
23:51 Christine's Book: Sugar Freed
28:55 Final Thoughts and Encouragement
30:55 Conclusion and Next Steps
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