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.
God’s Forgiveness: The Best White-Out Ever!
By Sandra Sheridan | | Hope, Knowing God, Salvation
I really love White-Out, but there is an ever more powerful way to blot out our mess-ups. God's forgiveness is found in Jesus.
Connection with Christ and Achieving a Life of Faith
By Sandra Sheridan | | Encouragement, Faith, Family History, Family Life, God’s Provision
Achieving a life of faith comes through our connection with Christ. This is a personal family story that illustrates this important truth.
Making A Powerful Difference in the Presidential Election
By Sandra Sheridan | | Faith, Family Life, God’s Power, Prayer, Wisdom for Living
Our country is on the verge of an important presidential election. Can Christians make a difference in this process? The answer is "YES".
Prayer: 3 Important Attitudes When God’s Not Answering
By Sandra Sheridan | | Encouragement, Faith, Knowing God, Prayer
Prayer is an important part of a Christian's life, but what do we do when it seems God's not answering? 3 important attitudes change everything.
Transform Your Mind – God’s Incredible Editing Tool
By Sandra Sheridan | | Bible Study, Spiritual Disciplines, Transforming the Mind, Wisdom for Living
Living in the world can cause one to have wrong thoughts. Transform your mind by using God's incredible editing tool - His Holy Word!
Strong Warnings Against Stumbling Blocks
By Sandra Sheridan | | Auction, Discipleship, Encouragement, Salvation, Wisdom for Living
Jesus gives strong warnings about sin. So, do whatever it takes to protect yourself from the world’s many stumbling blocks.
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.