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.
Do Not Let Your Heart Be Troubled: Finding Peace in Jesus’ Promise
By Sandra Sheridan | | Comfort, Help for the Hurting
Do not let your heart be troubled. Even in seasons of separation, uncertainty, or fear, Jesus’ promise in John 14 offers hope, peace, and the assurance of a prepared place with Him.
Jesus Washes the Disciples’ Feet: A Powerful Lesson in Humility
By Sandra Sheridan | | Encouragement
Just before the cross, Jesus washes the disciples’ feet, shocking those who followed Him. This humble act reveals a powerful lesson about love, service, and the heart God desires in His people. What does this moment teach us about following Christ today?
Right Place at the Right Time: An Inspiring Bible Lesson from Acts 8
By Sandra Sheridan | | Encouragement
Have you ever been in the right place at the right time, and later realized it was God? This story from Acts 8 shows how obedience to His promptings can lead to life-changing moments.
Scattered Believers Spread the Gospel: A Powerful Lesson from Acts 8
By Sandra Sheridan | | Encouragement
When persecution scattered the early believers, they didn’t hide -they preached the gospel wherever they went. How would you respond if your faith were tested today?
Dead in Our Trespasses and Sins: An Unexpected Object Lesson in My Flower Bed
By Sandra Sheridan | | Knowing God, Salvation
This weekend, a surprising object lesson reminded me of a hard truth: we are all dead in our trespasses and sins—powerless to save ourselves. But God’s great love and mercy offer a miracle: new life in Christ, freely given to those who put their faith in Him.
When God Uses Trials for His Purpose: Lessons from Acts 8
By Sandra Sheridan | | Wisdom for Living
Have you ever faced a difficult season and wondered what God was doing? In Acts 8, persecution scattered the early believers, but what looked like chaos was actually God’s plan unfolding. Sometimes He uses trials to move us exactly where He wants us to be.
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?
God Answers Prayer: What Peter’s Escape from Prison Teaches Us
By Sandra Sheridan | | Knowing God
Have you ever wondered if God is working while you wait? Peter's miraculous escape from prison reminds us that God answers prayer, even when we can't yet see what He is doing. If you're waiting on the Lord today, Acts 12 offers fresh hope and encouragement to keep praying.
Where Does God Live? What an Empty Church Taught Me About God’s Presence
By Sandra Sheridan | | Knowing God
Where does God live? An empty church building and Acts 17:24 reveal the surprising answer: God's presence dwells within those who trust in Jesus Christ.
The Hand of the Lord Was With Them: What Acts 11 Teaches About Faithful Obedience
By Sandra Sheridan | | Knowing God
What made the believers in Antioch so effective? Acts 11 reveals one powerful answer: the hand of the Lord was with them. Learn how faithful obedience still invites God's powerful work today.
When God Changes Our Assumptions: Lessons from Acts 11
By Sandra Sheridan | | Knowing God
We all have ideas and assumptions that feel comfortable and familiar. But sometimes God lovingly reveals a better way of thinking. Join me in Acts 11 as we discover what happens when God changes our assumptions and aligns our hearts with His truth.
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.
Hi, I'm Sandy Sheridan!
I write inspirational, Scripture-based letters sharing hope, encouragement, and truth for anyone seeking a mama’s touch.
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