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Building a Supportive Community in Your Spiritual Journey

In this episode of The Grace Cycle Show, host Karen Dittman explores Step 4 of The Grace Cycle: Community—why healthy, faith-filled, supportive relationships are essential for lasting growth and transformation.

Karen shares personal stories, including her own experience with a supportive community of women, and offers practical guidance on finding a safe, encouraging community that nurtures emotional and spiritual well-being.

You’ll discover:

• Why authentic Christian community matters for spiritual growth
• How supportive relationships help us thrive in faith
• Tips for finding and becoming part of a grace-filled community
• Encouragement to build relationships that promote mutual growth and accountability

Perfect for Christian women, small group leaders, and anyone longing for connection and spiritual renewal.

Christian podcast, faith-based community, Christian friendships, spiritual growth, Christian women, emotional safety, spiritual support, Grace Cycle, Christian encouragement, healthy relationships, accountability in faith, thriving through grace

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In this heartfelt episode of The Grace Cycle Show, host Karen Dittman sits down with her friend Annette Lambert to discuss her inspiring journey of discovering God’s grace in the midst of life’s challenging seasons.

Annette shares candid stories from her career in the Forest Service during COVID-19 and devastating wildfires, as well as personal challenges including her husband’s health issues and the unexpected adjustments of retirement. Through it all, she’s learning to embrace patience, acceptance, and self-compassion—and to lean on God every step of the way.

Listeners will gain:

• Encouragement for navigating uncertain seasons
• Practical tips for prayer and staying focused amid distractions
• Insights on practicing grace with yourself and others
• Hope for finding growth and purpose through trials

This episode is a source of faith-filled encouragement for anyone walking through change, hardship, or transition.

00:00 Introduction and Host's Message

00:49 Special Guest Introduction: Annette Lambert

01:21 Annette's Career and Personal Background

02:15 Annette's Retirement Journey

04:48 Challenges and Grace in Marriage

13:16 Reflections on Patience and Acceptance

15:49 Overcoming Distractions

16:29 The Chicken Incident

18:25 Patience with Family and Self

19:43 Spiritual Growth and Prayer

24:16 Final Thoughts on Patience and Grace

26:33 Conclusion and Call to Action

Christian podcast, finding God’s grace, overcoming life challenges, patience and acceptance, Christian women, prayer tips, faith through trials, resilience through grace, retirement and faith, Christian encouragement, personal growth with God

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In this episode of The Grace Cycle Show, host Karen Dittman explores Step 3 of The Grace Cycle: Act—the powerful practice of making One Simple Change to create meaningful transformation. Rather than attempting an overwhelming life overhaul, Karen shares how small, sustainable changes can lead to lasting growth and grace-filled living.

Listeners will learn:

• Why trying to do it all at once leads to burnout
• How to identify one small, manageable change that fits your life
• The role of curiosity and journaling in supporting change
• How to make realistic, personalized choices—and adjust when needed

This episode is perfect for women of faith, busy moms, or anyone seeking intentional living, personal growth, and practical Christian inspiration. Join Karen as she offers encouragement, relatable examples, and simple action steps to help you move forward in grace.

00:00 Welcome to The Grace Cycle Show

00:52 The Power of One Simple Change

02:29 Practical Examples of Simple Changes

05:59 Reflecting and Journaling Your Progress

07:56 Final Thoughts and Encouragement

The Grace Cycle, One Simple Change, Christian podcast for women, Christian personal growth, Spiritual transformation steps, Grace-filled living, Intentional living Christian