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.
WHO DEY – Victory in Jesus
By Sandra Sheridan | | Encouragement, Faith, God’s Power, Knowing God, Small Town Happenings, Spiritual Warfare
We love cheering for our favorite sports teams. Sometimes they win and sometimes they lose. But there is a guaranteed victory in Jesus!
3 Responses to Jesus’ Triumphal Entry Into Jerusalem
By Sandra Sheridan | | Discipleship, Faith, Hope, Knowing God, Salvation
Jesus' triumphal entry brought a mixed reaction from those who observed. Today there is still a mixed reaction to Jesus. Your response is crucial.
Jesus Heals Two Blind Men: Physical and Spiritual Sight
By Sandra Sheridan | | Comfort, Encouragement, God’s Love, God’s Power, Help for the Hurting, Knowing God, Salvation
Jesus heals two blind men and shows compassion on them despite their social standing. Today Jesus imparts spiritual sight to all who cry out to Him.
Servant Leadership: The Ultimate Example
By Sandra Sheridan | | Discipleship, Fellowship, Spiritual Disciplines
Jesus shared His heart with His disciples and they weren't paying attention. Consequently they missed the greatest example of servant leadership.
The Parable of the Vineyard: It’s Not Too Late For Grace
By Sandra Sheridan | | Encouragement, Knowing God, Salvation
Jesus told the parable of the vineyard workers to illustrate God's amazing grace. God will have mercy on whom He will, so it is not too late for grace!
The Importance and Benefits of Servanthood
By Sandra Sheridan | | Discipleship, Obedience, Spiritual Disciplines
Repetition is one key to knowing what God says is important. Jesus continually spoke of the importance of the countercultural theme of servanthood.
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.