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.
A Portrait of Prayer – A Nana’s Love
By Sandra Sheridan | | Family Life, God’s Love, Heaven, Help for the Hurting, Prayer
Something happens when you come to an understanding of God’s greatness. It changes you and it changes how your prayer life.
Benefits Received When You Wait on the Lord
By Sandra Sheridan | | Encouragement, Faith, Family Life, Hope, Spiritual Disciplines, Transforming the Mind
Waiting can be excruciating! Yet some things just can’t be rushed. Learn to wait on the Lord. There are many benefits when we do.
Praise of God’s Great Name
By Sandra Sheridan | | Comfort, Encouragement, Faith, God’s Love, God’s Power, Heaven, Help for the Hurting, Hope, Knowing God
Have you ever wondered why God doesn’t fix all our problems immediately? He loves us. Nothing can thwart His plans. So why does it often take so long for resolution when we face trouble? Exodus gives an example of God’s greatest goal, which is to our benefit – the knowledge and praise of His great name.
God’s Mercy – The Incredible Power of the Word “But”
By Sandra Sheridan | | Comfort, Encouragement, God’s Love, Heaven, Help for the Hurting, Hope, Knowing God, Salvation
We were dead in our transgressions and sins but because of God's mercy He made us alive in Christ. This little word BUT changes everything!
Our Great and Terrible Enemy
By Sandra Sheridan | | Faith, Family Life, Heaven, Prayer, Small Town Happenings, Spiritual Disciplines, Spiritual Warfare, Wisdom for Living
It’s easy to forget that we have an enemy. This is not a person or a country. Our struggle is with the spiritual forces of wickedness in heavenly places.
Standing Firm in Our Freedom in Christ
By Sandra Sheridan | | Faith, Salvation, Spiritual Warfare, Wisdom for Living
False teachers caused the Galatians to give up their freedom in Christ by imposing laws. Paul's strong letter points the Galatian back to faith.
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.