Devotions by Barb -- May 4, 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.

THREE LITTLE WORDS

I remember as a child hearing my grandmother say in conversation, “God only knows”. Those three little words stuck with me. The older I got, the more I understood them. Those three little words are true in all aspects of life.

Another three little words, I’ll always remember “In God’s hands”, yes, it’s all in God’s hands. Our health, deeds, and all life throws at us are in his hands.

As Christians, how blessed we are, we know what to do. Another three little words, prayer, trust, and faith, I call them my action words, our personal connection to God.

These three little words we can’t use enough, “I Love You”. God showed his love for us when he gave his only son to die on that cross so we may have forgiveness and everlasting life in Heaven. God told us he has gone and prepared a place for us in John 14: 2-3. Tell your loved ones you love them, that changes lives too.

Proverbs 3:5-6 Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding, in all ways submit to Him, and He will make your paths straight.

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.