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.
Feeding Five Thousand – Will We Believe Jesus or Not?
By Sandra Sheridan | | Encouragement, Faith, God’s Power, Knowing God
We may say we believe something but do we put our belief into action. Jesus is capable of feeding five thousand people. Will we believe Him or not?
How Jesus Handled Grief – The Death of John the Baptist
By Sandra Sheridan | | Comfort, Emotions, Encouragement, Faith, Help for the Hurting, Hope, Human Nature, Knowing God, Prayer
There are many different reasons for grief and we will all experience it. That's why it's important to know how Jesus handled it.
Family Dynamics: The Good and the Bad
By Sandra Sheridan | | Encouragement, Family Life, Fellowship, Holidays, Human Nature, Relationships, Transforming the Mind
Family dynamics are a strange thing. Jesus stated that a prophet isn't honored in his home. Don't let anything stand in the way of truth.
Heavenly Kingdom Citizenship: A Reason To Be Thankful
By Sandra Sheridan | | Encouragement, Heaven, Holidays
There are many things to celebrate this holiday season. Matthew speaks about a Heavenly Kingdom Citizenship. It's a reason to be truly thankful.
The Wheat and the Tares: A Rude Awakening
By Sandra Sheridan | | Faith, Heaven, Knowing God, Salvation, Transforming the Mind
You can't always recognize one by what's seen. Jesus' parable about the wheat and the tares explained the destiny of believers and unbelievers.
The Importance of Being a Good Listener
By Sandra Sheridan | | Faith, Knowing God, Obedience, Salvation, Wisdom for Living
Jesus stressed the importance of listening for understanding. His parable of the sower asks: What kind of soil are you? Are you a good listener?
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.