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.
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.
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.
Belief and Unbelief: Where Have You Placed Your Hope?
By Sandra Sheridan | | Faith
Belief and unbelief divided the people of Iconium, and the gospel still brings different responses today. Acts 14 reminds us that each of us must decide where we will place our hope.
Trusting God Through Change When Life Takes an Unexpected Turn
By Sandra Sheridan | | Faith
Trusting God through change isn’t easy when life takes an unexpected turn. But what if the circumstances disrupting our plans are also being used to redirect our steps? Acts 13 shows how God used opposition and change to move Paul, Barnabas, and the gospel forward.
God Keeps His Promises: How Paul Pointed to Jesus in Acts 13
By Sandra Sheridan | | Knowing God
God keeps His promises—even when the fulfillment takes longer than we expect. In Acts 13, Paul shows how God’s promise of a Savior, foretold through the Scriptures, was fulfilled in Jesus Christ.
Serving God Faithfully When the Journey Gets Hard
By Sandra Sheridan | | Discipleship
Serving God faithfully isn't always easy. Acts 13 reminds us that opposition, disappointment, and even failure don't have the final word. Learn how relying on God's strength enables us to persevere and bear fruit for eternity.
God’s Call to Service: You Were Never Meant to Serve Alone
By Sandra Sheridan | | Spiritual Disciplines
We often think serving God is something we do on our own, but Acts 13 paints a very different picture. Before Barnabas and Saul began their mission, the church prayed, fasted, and sent them with encouragement. Their story reminds us that God's call to service was never meant to be a solo journey.
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?