Devotions by Barb -- November 9, 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.
WE LEARN BY EXAMPLE
As parents we need to think about that every day. Our children learn by what we do. They will come to their own conclusions as they grow older.
Children are influenced by the ones that influence them. Those we grow up looking up too, shape our lives. That continues as adults. Our mentors, teachers, and people we admire.
We also learn through people that disappoint us. They can show us what we don’t want in life, that’s important too.
Without God in the equation, Satan will be. Jesus said, Proverbs 22:6 “ Trane up a child in the way he should go: even when he is old, he will not depart from it.”
Look out for your children and care for them, not because you have to, but because you want to. If you don’t teach your child to follow God, the world will teach them not to.
One of the greatest blessings we’ll ever have is knowing we gave our children the knowledge of our Lord and everlasting life.
Proverbs 3:1 my son do not forget my teaching, but let your heart keep my commandments.
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.