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.
Overflowing Streams of Living Water: What Do Others See In You
By Sandra Sheridan | | Knowing God
Learn what Jesus meant by streams of living water and how the Holy Spirit shapes the presence we bring into every room we enter.
Jealousy in the Christian Life: Warnings from Acts 5
By Sandra Sheridan | | Knowing God
Jealousy in the Christian life can quietly derail our faith. Acts 5 reveals its danger—and how trusting God brings peace and freedom.
Finding Meaning in Life: A Radical Lesson from the Streets of Nashville
By Sandra Sheridan | | Hope, Human Nature, Transforming the Mind
Struggling with 'chasing the wind'? Discover why finding meaning in life requires looking above the sun, even when surrounded by Nashville’s lights.
A New Way to Pray Through Your New Year Goals
By Sandra Sheridan | | Discipleship, Encouragement, Prayer, Spiritual Disciplines, Transforming the Mind
Turn your New Year goals into prayers. Learn a simple, faith-filled way to seek God’s guidance and grow spiritually through daily prayer.
The Importance of Truth in the Christian Life: Lessons from Acts 5
By Sandra Sheridan | | Family History, Family Life, Human Nature, Obedience, Wisdom for Living
The importance of truth reaches into every part of our lives—from marriage to faith. Acts 5 offers a sobering reminder that God is never fooled by lies and that integrity truly matters.
Early Church Generosity: A Biblical Model for the New Year
By Sandra Sheridan | | Encouragement, Fellowship, God’s Provision, Holidays, Obedience, Relationships, Spiritual Disciplines
Reflect on early church generosity in Acts 4 and learn how sacrificial giving, unity, and gratitude can shape your life in the coming year.