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.
The Danger of Pride: What Herod’s Fall Teaches Us About Humility
By Sandra Sheridan | | Knowing God
Herod had power, influence, and the praise of the people—but in one moment, everything changed. Acts 12 reminds us that pride always leads downward, while God's Word continues to spread and flourish. What can Herod's story teach us about humility today?
God Answers Prayer: What Peter’s Escape from Prison Teaches Us
By Sandra Sheridan | | Knowing God
Have you ever wondered if God is working while you wait? Peter's miraculous escape from prison reminds us that God answers prayer, even when we can't yet see what He is doing. If you're waiting on the Lord today, Acts 12 offers fresh hope and encouragement to keep praying.
Where Does God Live? What an Empty Church Taught Me About God’s Presence
By Sandra Sheridan | | Knowing God
Where does God live? An empty church building and Acts 17:24 reveal the surprising answer: God's presence dwells within those who trust in Jesus Christ.
The Hand of the Lord Was With Them: What Acts 11 Teaches About Faithful Obedience
By Sandra Sheridan | | Knowing God
What made the believers in Antioch so effective? Acts 11 reveals one powerful answer: the hand of the Lord was with them. Learn how faithful obedience still invites God's powerful work today.
When God Changes Our Assumptions: Lessons from Acts 11
By Sandra Sheridan | | Knowing God
We all have ideas and assumptions that feel comfortable and familiar. But sometimes God lovingly reveals a better way of thinking. Join me in Acts 11 as we discover what happens when God changes our assumptions and aligns our hearts with His truth.
God Prepares the Way: Lessons from Peter and Cornelius in Acts 10
By Sandra Sheridan | | Knowing God
Have you ever wondered if God is working while you wait? In Acts 10, God orchestrated events in two different places at the same time, showing how God prepares the way long before we understand what He is doing. The story of Peter and Cornelius reminds us that even when we cannot see the whole picture, God is faithfully carrying out His plans.
Love Your Neighbors and Love Your Enemies
By Sandra Sheridan | | Emotions, Family Life, Heaven, Obedience, Small Town Happenings, Wisdom for Living
Some believe we should love our neighbors and hate our enemies. But Jesus taught to love your neighbors AND love your enemies.
Making Vows – Cross My Heart and Hope to Die
By Sandra Sheridan | | Decision-Making, Heaven, Help for the Hurting, Hope, Human Nature, Obedience, Transforming the Mind, Wisdom for Living
“Cross my heart and hope to die!” This phrase isn't needed if you are known as a person of integrity. Say what you mean and mean what you say.
The Tricky Question of Divorce
By Sandra Sheridan | | Counseling, Help for the Hurting, Hope, Human Nature, Marriage, Relationships, Transforming the Mind, Wisdom for Living
Jesus never shied away from tricky questions. Instead He answered the questions wisely. One of these tricky questions pertained to divorce.
But I Tell You . . . Who Will You Listen To?
By Sandra Sheridan | | Obedience, Spiritual Disciplines, Wisdom for Living
There are many voices in the world today. “THEY” are telling you one thing and God is telling you another. Who will you listen to?
Balancing the Checkbook and Fulfilling the Law
By Sandra Sheridan | | Auction, Faith, God’s Power, God’s Provision, Hope, Knowing God, Obedience, Salvation
God expects His law to be followed perfectly, but this is impossible. So Jesus came, fulfilling the law on our behalf. so we can be right with God
Being Salt and Light in a Sinful World
By Sandra Sheridan | | Encouragement, Heaven, Holy Spirit
Jesus compared His disciples' effect on a sinful world to every day commodities. How are you doing? Are you being salt and light?