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.
Overcoming Challenges: How to Conquer Giants in Your Life
By Sandra Sheridan | | Encouragement, God’s Power, Knowing God
Everyone has a giant in his life - large problems that feel daunting. Rely on God when overcoming challenges too big for you to handle.
Victory Over Time: Resting in the Eternal God
By Sandra Sheridan | | Encouragement, Faith, Knowing God
There is only One Who stands outside time: the eternal God. if you find yourself burdened by constraints of time, remember who holds your future.
When ‘You Can Do Anything’ Isn’t Enough – Trusting God’s Power Over Human Limitation
By Sandra Sheridan | | Encouragement, Family Life, Hope, Knowing God
While "You can do anything you set your mind to" may sound empowering, it’s ultimately untrue. Only God's power can accomplish everything.
The Heavenly Love Triangle: Honoring the Lover of Your Soul
By Sandra Sheridan | | Encouragement, God’s Love, Knowing God
In life’s ultimate love triangle, who will you choose? Will you fall prey to the the enemy or pledge yourself exclusively to the Lover of your soul?
Maturing in Faith: Growing Into the Image of Christ
By Sandra Sheridan | | Encouragement, Fellowship, Salvation, Transforming the Mind
Time changes things - even us. As Christians, our character should improve over time as we become more like the image of Christ.
New Beginnings with Forgiveness and Faith
By Sandra Sheridan | | Encouragement, Faith, Help for the Hurting, Holidays, Knowing God, Wisdom for Living
New beginnings are a special gift, but sometimes they are hard to enjoy. But in Christ you can start again with forgiveness and faith.