Devotions by Barb -- March 30, 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.

RESTORING ONES SOUL

I’m calling this my “Spiritual Sabbatical”, a trip hoping to restore my thoughts and soul. I’m on the beach of the Atlantic, watching barges loaded with everything under the sun come and go.

People from all over the world walking the beach making memories and hopefully restoring their soul. Regardless how far you go, or in what direction, our lives intertwine. Where we are never changes who we are.

Remember that beautiful song “He’s Got the Whole World in His Hands,”? He truly does ! Looking out at these huge ships and the vast deep seas they cross makes me think of the crew and the captain navigating it. Life takes us in a lot of directions. Keep your compass on God and you’ll never get lost.

Psalm 23:3 He restores my soul.

Psalm 19:7 God’s word restores my soul.

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.