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 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.
Simon of Cyrene: The Courageous Man Who Carried Jesus’ Cross
By Sandra Sheridan | | Discipleship, Knowing God, Obedience, Transforming the Mind
Simon of Cyrene, the unexpected cross bearer, gives us an example of what it truly means to follow Jesus and take up our own cross today.
From Shame to Grace: How Jesus Turns Humiliation into Healing
By Sandra Sheridan | | Family History
Learn how Jesus turns humiliation into healing and grace. Find hope, comfort, and restoration in Him when shame and ridicule weigh you down.
Jesus or Barabbas: The Choice That Changed History
By Sandra Sheridan | | Auction, Human Nature, Small Town Happenings
Barabbas or Jesus? Discover the costly choice made at Pilate’s court and why recognizing true value matters for your faith today.
From Failure to Forgiveness: Hope for Those Who Mess Up
By Sandra Sheridan | | Confession, Encouragement, Human Nature, Transforming the Mind
Discover the difference between Judas’s betrayal and Peter’s repentance — and how you can break free from guilt through forgiveness in Jesus.
Family Faith Legacy: What Timothy’s Story Teaches Us
By Sandra Sheridan | | Discipleship, Encouragement, Family History, Family Life, Human Nature
Learn how to create a faith legacy that outlives you. Be encouraged by Timothy’s family and start building a godly heritage today.
How to Overcome Shame: Learning from Peter’s Failure
By Sandra Sheridan | | Confession, Discipleship, Human Nature, Knowing God, Salvation, Small Town Happenings
Overcome shame and find hope! Peter’s story shows how Jesus restores us after failure and offers forgiveness and a fresh start.