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.

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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
John the Baptist

John the Baptist – A Powerful Voice Calling in the Wilderness

It's always a good idea to make people aware when something important is coming. God sent John the Baptist to prepare the way for Jesus.
Prophecies of Jesus Birth

Prophecies of Jesus Birth in the Book of Matthew

In proclaiming Jesus as the Promised Messiah, Matthew pointed to signs, or prophecies of Jesus birth, to provide evidence for his claims.
A Virgin Birth

A Virgin Birth – An Unexpected Event That Changed the World

Unexpected events change everything. But God’s plan will always prevail. Jesus entered the world by a virgin birth and all of the world was blessed.
The Importance of Genealogy

The Importance of Genealogy

The importance of genealogy should not be underestimated. Where you come from can determine your future.
A New Year and a New Chapter

A New Year and a New Chapter

It's a New Year and time for a new chapter. I invite you to join me in reading the New Testament book of Matthew.
This Too Shall Pass

This Too Shall Pass – Today is the Day of Salvation

Nothing lasts forever. So, as the countdown of the final days of 2022 continues, consider: Now is the day of salvation! But even this too shall pass!
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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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