Christian Devotionals and Scripture Applied to Everyday Life
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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 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.
Resurrection of the Dead: How Jesus Silenced the Sadducees
By Sandra Sheridan | | God’s Power, Knowing God, Salvation
The Sadducees thought they knew the truth, but they were wrong about the resurrection of the dead. Eternal life is real, and Jesus is the key.
Handling Tough Questions: How Jesus’ Wisdom Guides Us Today
By Sandra Sheridan | | Knowing God, Wisdom for Living
The Lord encountered entrapping questions regularly, but Jesus' wisdom and responses consistently amazed those who listened.
The Parable of the Wedding Feast: What it Means for You Today
By Sandra Sheridan | | Knowing God, Salvation
Jesus responded to irate religious leaders of His day with the parable of the wedding feast, a powerful analogy of God’s invitation to salvation.
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.
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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