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.
Soul Care: 5 Tips to Prevent Emotional Backflow
By Sandra Sheridan | | Counseling, Encouragement, Human Nature, Transforming the Mind, Wisdom for Living
Soul care, like septic system maintenance, is incredibly important! To prevent unpleasant backflow, faithfully schedule regular cleanouts!
The Parable of the Wicked Tenants: A Story of Betrayal and Redemption
By Sandra Sheridan | | Faith, Knowing God, Salvation
In the parable of the wicked tenants, Jesus revealed the hearts of the religious leaders. Despite all God had done these men refused to believe.
How to Move Mountains: Faith and the Power of Prayer
By Sandra Sheridan | | Auction, Encouragement, God’s Power, Knowing God, Prayer, Small Town Happenings
How to move mountains? It's by fully trusting and submitting our will to our powerful God who hears our prayers of faith and answers them.
What Can We Learn From the Parable of Two Sons?
By Sandra Sheridan | | Faith, Knowing God, Salvation
Jesus responds to a test question with a pointed parable of two sons. No matter your sin, there is still time to obey and believe.
Jesus’ Important Lesson of the Fig Tree
By Sandra Sheridan | | Discipleship, Faith, Prayer, Salvation
Object lessons are an effective way of teaching a lesson. Jesus used the lesson of the fig tree to portray two types of responses to God.
Jesus Clears the Temple and Controls His Destiny
By Sandra Sheridan | | God’s Power, Knowing God, Prayer
Jesus managed every circumstance to line up with His intended purpose. Even when Jesus clears the temple He did this to fulfill Scripture.
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.
Do Not Grow Weary in Doing Good: A Lesson from a Slow-Blooming Lilac
By Sandra Sheridan | | Encouragement
For years a lilac bush outside my door produced nothing but leaves. Then one day it bloomed, and reminded me of the powerful truth in Galatians 6:9: do not grow weary in doing good.
Set Free From the Prison of Sin: An Escape We Cannot Make Ourselves
By Sandra Sheridan | | Salvation
An escape room may allow clever players to find their way out, but the prison of sin is different. Learn how Jesus Christ makes it possible for us to be set free from the prison of sin.
Peace Be With You: Finding Peace Through the Resurrection of Jesus
By Sandra Sheridan | | Faith
After the resurrection, Jesus appeared to His fearful disciples and spoke the powerful words, “Peace Be With You.” Discover how this moment still brings hope and peace to troubled hearts today.
Your Grief Will Turn to Joy: Trusting God in the Waiting (John 16:20)
By Sandra Sheridan | | Hope, Knowing God
When life doesn’t go as planned, grief and uncertainty can feel overwhelming. Yet Jesus gave a powerful promise in John 16:20: your grief will turn to joy. Discover how trusting God in the waiting can change everything.