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.
Words Really Matter: What Do Your Words Reveal?
By Sandra Sheridan | | Human Nature, Transforming the Mind, Wisdom for Living
Words really matter! Just as the condition of a tree is known by the condition of its fruit, so is the character of a man made known by his words.
The Pharisees’ False Reviews and Blaspheming the Holy Spirit
By Sandra Sheridan | | Holy Spirit, Knowing God, Spiritual Warfare
The Pharisees tried to discredit Jesus but in doing so they committed the unpardonable sin of blaspheming the Holy Spirit.
Storing Up Treasures in Heaven and Auction Day – TWM
By Sandra Sheridan | | Podcast
For the past 15 years I’ve been employed in our family’s auction and real estate business. Over the years we’ve sold a wide variety of fascinating items. But one thing I have learned. Stuff is stuff! And you can’t take it with you. Someday everything you have might be sold at auction, so it’s important…
A Major Turning Point for the World
By Sandra Sheridan | | Knowing God, Salvation
Every good story has a turning point. Matthew records an event that was the crucial point of his narrative and it changed the world.
Soul Rest – Don’t Miss the Amazing Opportunity
By Sandra Sheridan | | Comfort, Encouragement, Faith, Help for the Hurting, Hope, Human Nature, Knowing God, Salvation, Transforming the Mind
Many who lived close to Jesus while He ministered on the earth missed an amazing opportunity for soul rest! But it's not too late for you!
Praising God for a Basket of Apples – TWM
By Sandra Sheridan | | Podcast
After studying Paul’s letter to Timothy and pondering this Bible verse, Dad and I visited a local farmer’s market. I was struck by how God is so creative in even the smallest things. These thoughts inspired me to express my own exclamation of praise.