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.
John the Baptist – A Powerful Voice Calling in the Wilderness
By Sandra Sheridan | | Auction, Encouragement, Faith, God’s Provision, Heaven, Holy Spirit, Hope, Salvation
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 in the Book of Matthew
By Sandra Sheridan | | Comfort, Faith, Hope, Knowing God, Prayer, Salvation
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 – An Unexpected Event That Changed the World
By Sandra Sheridan | | Faith, Family History, Family Life, God’s Power, God’s Provision, Holy Spirit, Hope, Marriage, Salvation
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
By Sandra Sheridan | | Encouragement
The importance of genealogy should not be underestimated. Where you come from can determine your future.
A New Year and a New Chapter
By Sandra Sheridan | | Bible Study, Comfort, Encouragement, Holidays, Salvation, Spiritual Disciplines, Wisdom for Living
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 – Today is the Day of Salvation
By Sandra Sheridan | | Faith, Family Life, Heaven, Holidays, 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!