We are so happy to share this story from a recent graduate about her journey on the Grace and Strength Lifestyle.

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The Grace and Strength journey for me has been more in building my relationship with God and leaning on him more than any of the weight loss. I've heard of Grace and Strength before and even have had friends walk down the G & S journey. At the time, I was not ready to join but once I felt I actually needed help and became more knowledgeable of the program, I felt led to the Grace and Strength Lifestyle. I needed the boost to get my healthy life style started.

While on this journey, it became clear that it wasn't about the weight loss, it was how I needed to be closer to God. I've learned about food, what foods affect my body and energy. G & S has encouraged me to try new foods which, has been fun learning to cook these new foods. My coach was awesome and encouraging! After each group call it would fire me up for that week.

I'll be honest, this was hard for me. I've never stuck to something this long, I would always give up. When I would be discouraged, my coach was there to lift me. I used to be that once I cheated, I was done trying and quit. G & S has taught me how to work through when I feel defeated, how to get back on track. Leaning more on God during these times also gives you peace and reassurance.

I'm excited to take what I've learned and apply to my daily life. I've learned to love certain types of foods. My time with God is so important. When I'm not giving Him my time, is when the doubt starts to slip in. Thank you for the Grace and Strength Lifestyle, my coach, and my supportive friends for encouraging me during this journey. I couldn't have done it without this group!

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* Individual results may vary.