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.
A Christian Reflection on Memorial Day: Grieving with Hope
By Sandra Sheridan | | Encouragement, Family History, Family Life, Hope, Salvation
Memorial Day is a time to honor those who died in service, but for many, it also stirs deep grief. In the midst of sorrow, Scripture offers hope.
Christ’s Return – Packed and Ready to Go
By Sandra Sheridan | | Faith, Family Life, Hope, Salvation
You also must be ready, because the Son of Man will come at an hour when you do not expect him. Are you ready for Christ's return?
The Second Coming of Christ: What Nature Teaches Us About His Arrival
By Sandra Sheridan | | Faith, Salvation
The second coming of Christ is a joyful anticipation for His people. Yet for those who do not know Jesus, His return will be a moment of deep sorrow.
Made in God’s Image: Reflecting Our Creator in Everyday Life
By Sandra Sheridan | | Discipleship, Encouragement, Knowing God
Every person is made in God's Image. Our highest purpose, then, is to reflect His character and nature to the world.
Survival of the Fittest: When I Am Weak, Then I Am Strong
By Sandra Sheridan | | Encouragement, God’s Power, Help for the Hurting, Hope, Transforming the Mind
Survival of the fittest, apart from the theory of evolution, has some truth. But in God's economy His children can say, "When I am weak, I am strong."
Called to Be Fishers of Men: What Jesus Taught About Reaching Others
By Sandra Sheridan | | Discipleship, Encouragement, Small Town Happenings
Many of Jesus' disciples were fishermen, but He gave them a new calling. They would become "fishers of men". We, also, are called to this mission.
The Danger of Pride: What Herod’s Fall Teaches Us About Humility
By Sandra Sheridan | | Knowing God
Herod had power, influence, and the praise of the people—but in one moment, everything changed. Acts 12 reminds us that pride always leads downward, while God's Word continues to spread and flourish. What can Herod's story teach us about humility today?
God Answers Prayer: What Peter’s Escape from Prison Teaches Us
By Sandra Sheridan | | Knowing God
Have you ever wondered if God is working while you wait? Peter's miraculous escape from prison reminds us that God answers prayer, even when we can't yet see what He is doing. If you're waiting on the Lord today, Acts 12 offers fresh hope and encouragement to keep praying.
Where Does God Live? What an Empty Church Taught Me About God’s Presence
By Sandra Sheridan | | Knowing God
Where does God live? An empty church building and Acts 17:24 reveal the surprising answer: God's presence dwells within those who trust in Jesus Christ.
The Hand of the Lord Was With Them: What Acts 11 Teaches About Faithful Obedience
By Sandra Sheridan | | Knowing God
What made the believers in Antioch so effective? Acts 11 reveals one powerful answer: the hand of the Lord was with them. Learn how faithful obedience still invites God's powerful work today.
When God Changes Our Assumptions: Lessons from Acts 11
By Sandra Sheridan | | Knowing God
We all have ideas and assumptions that feel comfortable and familiar. But sometimes God lovingly reveals a better way of thinking. Join me in Acts 11 as we discover what happens when God changes our assumptions and aligns our hearts with His truth.
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.
Hi, I'm Sandy Sheridan!
I write inspirational, Scripture-based letters sharing hope, encouragement, and truth for anyone seeking a mama’s touch.
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