the core issue, because only then could she be truly free. If we keep circling around the problem, we’ll stay in the same place year after year. But when we say, “Lord, I’m ready to face this with You,” something shifts. His truth replaces the lies, His peace replaces the fear, and His power strengthens us to walk forward.

Events like the Strawberry Festival offer more than just fun—they offer a chance for families to pause, connect, and reflect on the goodness of God. Being outside, surrounded by creation, reminds us of how God designed seasons—both in nature and in our lives.