Devotions by Barb -- May 22, 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.

WHY FEAR GOD?

A good question. Psalm 111:10 Fearing the Lord will give you wisdom. Exodus 20:20 Fearing the Lord will keep you from sin.

2 Corinthians 5:11 All kinds of good will flow into the life of the person who fears the Lord.

It leaves me with a sense of respect for the awesome power of our Creator.

I just read “fearing God isn’t being afraid or scared of Him, but being terrified of being away from Him.

A person without fear of God can become wicked. God gave us the 10 commandments, laws to live by, and the consequences when breaking them. These laws protect us and give us eternity and everlasting life in Heaven.

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.