Devotions by Barb -- September 27, 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.

GOD'S GIFTS

Have you ever sat quietly among the hummingbirds, listening at the flutter of their wings as they buzz around your head? The song "If His Eye Is On The Sparrow I know He's Watching Me", is going through my head.

They are so beautiful and tiny yet God made them so powerful. Their strength and ability are beyond belief. They travel thousands of miles with those spluttering wings, following the changes of the season.

All God's creatures big and small have their own journey. The intelligence of each to live and survive is beyond comprehension. Only our dear Lord could have created this wonder.

Matthew 6:26 Look at the birds in the air: they do not sow or reap or store away in barns, and yet your heavenly Father feeds them. Are you not much more valuable than they?

Take the time to enjoy God's gifts.

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.