Devotions by Barb -- April 6, 2026

In this space, I am sharing devotions written by our dear Barbara Meade.

Barbara grew up a Quaker and is a regular attendee at Spiceland Friends Church. Her faith and Quaker roots go deep as her uncle was a Quaker pastor, evangelist, and artist. Barb's writings about her many life experiences reveal her faith in Christ and highlight the memories of a great family, her years in the banking industry, and her time as a local small business owner. Barb's desire is to serve those around her through her encouraging devotionals and writings from her life. Barb has recognized that our relationship with Christ grows throughout our lives, both in good times and through life's challenges.

WHEN YOU CAN’T SEE THE FOREST FOR THE TREES

How can one look about and not see our dear Lord. Whether you’re looking at the mountains, the ocean, or a butterfly fluttering in your backyard.

Genesis 1:1-3 Tells us God created the heavens and it was without form, then he said “let there be light” and there was light. He continued to create for the next six days, the seventh he rested.

Can you imagine what he has created for us in heaven?

As destructive as man is, God always gives us an opportunity to start over. He started over when he told Noah to build the art. He washed the earth clean and started over.

Now Jesus will return: John 14:3 I go and prepare a place for you. I will come again and receive you unto myself and where I am ye shall be also.

Revelations 22:12 I will come quickly.

Matthew 22:36 But concerning that day and hour no one knows, not even the angels in heaven, nor the son of God, but the Father only.

The Bible gives us the answers to life. Only one he doesn’t spell out, and that is “When” and only our Father in heaven knows his coming. He taught us how to be ready.

Amen

Eric is our associate pastor, working with outreach and youth ministry as well as adult discipleship and growth. Eric retired from a 28-year career in public education as a high school band director in 2019 and is now living his lifelong dream as a pastor. Eric and his wife, Diana, continue to live in Henry County where they have been lifetime residents. They "raised" three children and are now making their best attempt at "raising" themselves.