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.
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.
He Restores My Soul
By Sandra Sheridan | | Comfort, Emotions, Encouragement, God’s Love, God’s Provision, Help for the Hurting, Holidays, Knowing God
The busy weeks of the upcoming holiday season threaten stress. So take a moment every day with your Shepherd. He restores your soul!
When Greed is a Good Thing
By Sandra Sheridan | | Holidays, Knowing God, Prayer, Wisdom for Living
Greed infects many people. Clear warning signs of this malady often pop up around the beginning of December. But there are some times when it's good to be greedy!
The Right Place to Find Significance
By Sandra Sheridan | | Comfort, Encouragement, God’s Love, Help for the Hurting, Transforming the Mind
Everyone wants to feel important. But often we look for significance in the wrong places. It's time to change our perspective.