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.

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Do You Need to Change Directions Spiritually? Lessons from Saul’s Life-Changing Transformation

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.
Change Directions Spiritually

From Spiritual Blindness to Seeing Christ Clearly

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.
From Spiritual Blindness to Light

Do Not Grow Weary in Doing Good: A Lesson from a Slow-Blooming Lilac

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.
Do not grow weary in doing good

Set Free From the Prison of Sin: An Escape We Cannot Make Ourselves

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.
Set free from the prison of sin

Peace Be With You: Finding Peace Through the Resurrection of Jesus

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.
Peace be with you

Your Grief Will Turn to Joy: Trusting God in the Waiting (John 16:20)

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.
Your Grief Will Turn to Joy
Jesus Heals a Paralytic

Jesus Heals a Paralytic – Persistent Faith

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

2 Powerful Storms – Jesus Casts Out Demons

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 the storm

Trusting Jesus in an Unexpected Storm

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.
The Cost of Discipleship

Following Jesus – The Cost of Discipleship

Many followed Jesus for the fringe benefits of healing and blessing, but Jesus wanted more. Have you considered the cost of discipleship?
Jesus' Authority

Jesus’ Authority and a Centurion’s Faith

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

Jesus Heals a Leper – The Power Behind the Words

Jesus was an excellent teacher who spoke powerful and life-changing words. His words where proven true when Jesus heals a leper.
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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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