Christian Devotionals and Scripture Applied to Everyday Life
Welcome to the Verses From Mama blog.
Here you’ll find Christian devotionals and Scripture-based encouragement drawn from everyday life, written to help you trust God daily and grow in your walk with Him.
When Love Gets Messy: Carrying Each Other’s Burdens
By Sandra Sheridan | | Discipleship, Family Life, Help for the Hurting, Small Town Happenings, Transforming the Mind
Carrying each other’s burdens: a call to love deeply, help boldly, and walk together as Christ’s followers.
True Freedom: How Jesus’ Ultimate Sacrifice Redefines Independence
By Sandra Sheridan | | Discipleship, God’s Power, Knowing God, Salvation
Discover true freedom this Independence Day—how Jesus’ ultimate sacrifice redefines liberty and secures freedom from sin for all who trust Him.
Feeling Lame About Daily Devotions? Encouragement For Your Quiet Time
By Sandra Sheridan | | Discipleship, Encouragement, Family History, Knowing God, Spiritual Disciplines
Struggling with daily devotions? You’re not alone. Discover why even small moments with God can bring growth, peace, and spiritual nourishment.
Faith and Fear: How to Trust God When Life Feels Out of Control
By Sandra Sheridan | | Emotions, Encouragement, Faith, God’s Power, Help for the Hurting, Transforming the Mind
Is it a sin to be afraid? Discover how faith and fear can coexist—and how to trust God when life feels like a storm.
From Passover to Communion: How Jesus Transformed a Tradition
By Sandra Sheridan | | Discipleship, Fellowship, Salvation, Spiritual Disciplines
Discover the deep meaning of Communion and how it connects to the Passover and Last Supper—a powerful reminder of Christ’s sacrifice and love.
When Life Breaks Down, Call on God: A Real-Life Reminder of His Faithfulness
By Sandra Sheridan | | Encouragement, God’s Power, Knowing God, Prayer, Small Town Happenings
Stranded and unsure what to do? Discover how a simple choice to call on God can reveal His faithfulness in life’s most unexpected moments.
God Prepares the Way: Lessons from Peter and Cornelius in Acts 10
By Sandra Sheridan | | Knowing God
Have you ever wondered if God is working while you wait? In Acts 10, God orchestrated events in two different places at the same time, showing how God prepares the way long before we understand what He is doing. The story of Peter and Cornelius reminds us that even when we cannot see the whole picture, God is faithfully carrying out His plans.
God Notices Your Faithfulness: Small Acts, Eternal Impact
By Sandra Sheridan | | Faith
God notices your faithfulness, even when your efforts seem small or unseen. Through the story of Cornelius and a childhood memory of serving in a flooded church, this devotional reminds us that God sees our hearts and often works through ordinary acts of obedience in extraordinary ways.
Starlink, Mountain Roads, and Connection With God Through Jesus Christ
By Sandra Sheridan | | Salvation
When a family getaway in the mountains left us without internet service, a Starlink connection reminded me of a far greater truth: the only lasting connection with God through Jesus Christ comes through faith, not human effort.
The Eternal Impact of Faithful Service for God
By Sandra Sheridan | | Discipleship
Faithful service for God does not always happen on a stage or behind a pulpit. Sometimes it happens quietly through everyday acts of love, generosity, and obedience. The story of Tabitha in Acts 9 is a powerful reminder that God uses ordinary people in extraordinary ways to point others to Christ.
Do You Need to Change Directions Spiritually? Lessons from Saul’s Life-Changing Transformation
By Sandra Sheridan | | Salvation
Saul was convinced he was headed in the right direction — until an encounter with Jesus changed everything. Sometimes we also need to change directions spiritually. Discover how God can transform your heart, redirect your path, and give you new life in Christ.
From Spiritual Blindness to Seeing Christ Clearly
By Sandra Sheridan | | Salvation
Saul could see the road to Damascus clearly, yet he suffered from spiritual blindness that kept him from recognizing Jesus as the Messiah. Sometimes God uses unexpected circumstances to open our eyes to the truth, replacing darkness with the light of Christ.