Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer

Have you noticed? The gigantic JOY we see at Christmastime on Live Oak Drive is displayed in the yard of Mayor Ralph and Marcia McClendon. Ralph explains for Montage readers:

“My sister-in-law, Melissa Garraway, mentioned that she had heard that others were putting out their Christmas decorations to encourage others during this time. I thought that was a great idea.”

Shortly after that the Lord directed me to the verse, Romans 12:12, "Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer." I thought it was very fitting for the trials that we are facing now and a good reminder that our joy comes from the Lord, regardless of our circumstances. I hope that it is helpful to others.”