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 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.
What Can We Learn From the Parable of Two Sons?
By Sandra Sheridan | | Faith, Knowing God, Salvation
Jesus responds to a test question with a pointed parable of two sons. No matter your sin, there is still time to obey and believe.
Jesus’ Important Lesson of the Fig Tree
By Sandra Sheridan | | Discipleship, Faith, Prayer, Salvation
Object lessons are an effective way of teaching a lesson. Jesus used the lesson of the fig tree to portray two types of responses to God.
Jesus Clears the Temple and Controls His Destiny
By Sandra Sheridan | | God’s Power, Knowing God, Prayer
Jesus managed every circumstance to line up with His intended purpose. Even when Jesus clears the temple He did this to fulfill Scripture.
WHO DEY – Victory in Jesus
By Sandra Sheridan | | Encouragement, Faith, God’s Power, Knowing God, Small Town Happenings, Spiritual Warfare
We love cheering for our favorite sports teams. Sometimes they win and sometimes they lose. But there is a guaranteed victory in Jesus!
3 Responses to Jesus’ Triumphal Entry Into Jerusalem
By Sandra Sheridan | | Discipleship, Faith, Hope, Knowing God, Salvation
Jesus' triumphal entry brought a mixed reaction from those who observed. Today there is still a mixed reaction to Jesus. Your response is crucial.
Jesus Heals Two Blind Men: Physical and Spiritual Sight
By Sandra Sheridan | | Comfort, Encouragement, God’s Love, God’s Power, Help for the Hurting, Knowing God, Salvation
Jesus heals two blind men and shows compassion on them despite their social standing. Today Jesus imparts spiritual sight to all who cry out to Him.