Devotions by Barb -- November 2, 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.

GOOD VERSES HEAVEN

I was recently asked, why being a good person isn’t enough to

Enter heaven.

Being a good person is vital, but not enough to enter heaven.

God tells us we must be born again. John 14:6 “Jesus’s own words” I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to my Father except through me.

We are all sinners, and must ask for forgiveness. When God sent his son Jesus to us it is through him our sin is forgiven. When he died on that cross, he took our sins and paid the price so we can have eternal life in heaven.

The Bible teaches us eternal life comes through faith and grace in Jesus.

John 3:16 For God so loved the world he gave his only son, that whoever believeth in him shall have everlasting life.

Ephesians 2:8 For by grace ye are saved through faith: and not of yourselves: it is a gift from God.

God made it so easy for us, all we need to do to enter heaven is give your life to Christ, heart, soul and mind. Ask for forgiveness, live the 10 commandments. Study the Bible, go to church and be with other believers, and yes continue being that good person.

God Bless

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.