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.
Jesus Heals a Paralytic – Persistent Faith
By Sandra Sheridan | | Encouragement, Faith, God’s Power, Heaven, Hope, Prayer
Jesus heals a paralytic and forgives his sins in response to the faith and persistence of his friends. Don't give up on your loved ones!
2 Powerful Storms – Jesus Casts Out Demons
By Sandra Sheridan | | Comfort, Encouragement, Faith, God’s Power, Heaven, Help for the Hurting, Knowing God
Storms come in many shapes and sizes. Jesus cast out demons proving He has the authority over powerful external and internal storms.
Trusting Jesus in an Unexpected Storm
By Sandra Sheridan | | Encouragement, Faith, Heaven, Help for the Hurting, Human Nature, Transforming the Mind
All kinds of storms unexpectedly come up. Trusting Jesus is the way to replace fear with peace. With Jesus in the boat, all will be well.
Following Jesus – The Cost of Discipleship
By Sandra Sheridan | | Discipleship, Faith, Prayer, Spiritual Disciplines
Many followed Jesus for the fringe benefits of healing and blessing, but Jesus wanted more. Have you considered the cost of discipleship?
Jesus’ Authority and a Centurion’s Faith
By Sandra Sheridan | | Faith, God’s Power, Heaven, Knowing God
The writer of Matthew gives many different examples of Jesus' authority. Jesus, the Son of God has power over disease and distance.
Jesus Heals a Leper – The Power Behind the Words
By Sandra Sheridan | | Comfort, Encouragement, Faith, God’s Love, God’s Power, Heaven, Help for the Hurting, Hope, Knowing God
Jesus was an excellent teacher who spoke powerful and life-changing words. His words where proven true when Jesus heals a leper.