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.
The Wrestling Match – Gaining Victory in Daily Life
By Sandra Sheridan | | Emotions, Encouragement, Faith, God’s Power, God’s Provision, Help for the Hurting, Knowing God
Life is like a wrestling match. Difficult experiences and decisions often trip us up. But there is a way to gain victory in daily life.
Following God’s Call – A Lesson from the Life of Abram
By Sandra Sheridan | | Discipleship, Encouragement, Faith, Hope, Obedience
It takes a lot of faith to follow God into the unknown. But rest assured when someone steps out in answer to God’s call, He promises to guide him step-by-step.
Great Expectations For 2022
By Sandra Sheridan | | Comfort, Discipleship, Encouragement, Faith, Holidays, Hope, Prayer, Transforming the Mind, Wisdom for Living
Unmet expectations create despondency. So why not give the Lord your dreams and expectantly wait on Him to fulfill them in His way and time.
Active Faith Launches Out into the Deep
By Sandra Sheridan | | Discipleship, Faith, God’s Power, Obedience, Transforming the Mind
Faith is not an easy commodity. “I have faith” are only words unless the speaker steps out into the unknown. But this can be a little scary. It sometimes feels like leaping into the dark. Yet those who hear God’s word and consider it to be true are not merely throwing caution to the wind. Instead they are taking a calculated risk; launching out with confidence because they fully believe they are not alone. This kind of active faith in God always yields results.
When You Can’t Unsubscribe – Help For Unwanted Thoughts
By Sandra Sheridan | | Comfort, Counseling, Encouragement, Human Nature, Spiritual Disciplines, Transforming the Mind, Wisdom for Living
Every person deals with occasional thought struggles. Wouldn’t it be nice if we could unsubscribe to all these unwanted thoughts?
The Advantages of Being Common People
By Sandra Sheridan | | Discipleship, Encouragement, Faith, Hope, Prayer, Salvation, Transforming the Mind, Wisdom for Living
No one aspires to be common. We each possess worth we hope sets us apart from the rest. But common people have some advantages.