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.
The Advantages of Being Common People
By Sandra Sheridan | | Discipleship, Encouragement, Faith, Hope, Prayer, Salvation, Transforming the Mind, Wisdom for Living
No one aspires to be common. We each possess worth we hope sets us apart from the rest. But common people have some advantages.
He Restores My Soul
By Sandra Sheridan | | Comfort, Emotions, Encouragement, God’s Love, God’s Provision, Help for the Hurting, Holidays, Knowing God
The busy weeks of the upcoming holiday season threaten stress. So take a moment every day with your Shepherd. He restores your soul!
When Greed is a Good Thing
By Sandra Sheridan | | Holidays, Knowing God, Prayer, Wisdom for Living
Greed infects many people. Clear warning signs of this malady often pop up around the beginning of December. But there are some times when it's good to be greedy!
The Right Place to Find Significance
By Sandra Sheridan | | Comfort, Encouragement, God’s Love, Help for the Hurting, Transforming the Mind
Everyone wants to feel important. But often we look for significance in the wrong places. It's time to change our perspective.
God’s Promise to Clean Up the Mess
By Journey Websites | | Comfort, Faith, Heaven, Hope, Knowing God, Obedience, Relationships, Salvation
Adam and Eve's disobedience wreaked havoc on all future generations. But God's promise to clean up the mess was brought about by Jesus.
Finding Answers to Spiritual Questions
By Journey Websites | | Faith, Knowing God, Obedience, Relationships, Salvation, Wisdom for Living
There is no such thing as a foolish question. But sometimes questions cultivate disaster. That’s why you must seek answers in God’s reliable word.
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.