One of my favorite summertime smells is fresh cut grass. As I ran on Saturday, I passed by a lawn that was being mowed. The fresh cut grass that had blown out into the street caught my attention about the same time I could smell the wonderful aroma. Just like blades of grass being cut, anxiety can cut us down. It can can transform us for good or bad. If we lean into God with our fresh cut places, His consolation can transform us and Bring us great joy.

“When anxiety was great within me, your consolation brought me joy.” Ps‬ ‭94:19‬ ‭NIV‬‬

When anxiety is overwhelming, remember that God is greater. Remember that He lives within our hearts. He wants to transform us and console us. He wants us to experience joy in the journey. Last week Deborah encouraged us to reflect on our word of the year. In my word of the year, I also included a prayer. May we all experience God’s peace as we say these words.

God, Grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, the courage to change the things I can, and the wisdom to know the difference. Amen

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