Soaking up the Son

God is alive and active. He uses every day experiences to reveal Himself to us. See what simple or crazy life lessons God reveals to me. Challenge yourself to see, speak with, and listen to God daily.

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Lessons from the Beach

LESSONS FROM THE BEACH

Pack your bags and head to the beach. Enjoy traveling around the coasts of Florida with Cole and Holly, as they learn valuable lessons while experiencing life with their family.
From building sandcastles in Saint Augustine to capturing lobster in the Keys, you will explore the beaches and learn fun facts about each location.
Some of the lessons you will learn are taking care of our environment, discovering joy in watching God’s creation, and finding courage when times can be a bit scary.
On each page keep your eyes open with anticipation as you search for a special crab. May this interactive book remind you to keep your eyes open to all the glorious surroundings God gives us each day.
The author, Stephanie Shuff, is delighted to share just a few of their family beach experiences with you all. The Shuff family loves spending time on their boat, traveling to different beaches in their home state, and allowing God to speak to them through His glorious creation.The illustrator, Deborah Smith, beautifully captures each memory through her lively illustrations.

The Right Road

THE RIGHT ROAD

Join Hunter and his mom as she takes him by the hand and reminisces about her childhood. When Hunter finds himself in trouble, he runs to his mother for comfort and protection. Through this engaging story, you will discover that we all can learn from this little boy’s dilemma. It doesn’t matter the age or the stage you are in, find comfort in knowing that you can run to our Heavenly Father for protection and guidance. On each page keep your eyes open with anticipation as you search for a special ant. May this interactive book remind you to keep your eyes open to all the glorious surroundings God gives us each day. The author vividly portrays this story that occurred between her and her boy when he was a toddler. The illustrator, Deborah Smith, beautifully illustrates Stephanie’s childhood memories.

Stephanie Shuff

About Stephanie Shuff

I am a blessed girl! God uses everyday situations in my life to teach me about Him and His love. God’s Word is alive and active! A verse that I may have read last year, last week, or even yesterday, may have a new meaning to me depending on the season of life I’m in. This isn’t just true for me, but for you too. I thank you for reading and sharing this blog. I pray that God will speak to you through it all.

Become a Christian

Become a Christian

In your personal opinion, what do you understand it takes for a person to go to heaven? It is as simple as spelling the word faith out on each finger.

Daily Walking with God

A New School Year

A New School Year

I’d like to share some verses with you to turn into a prayer.  These don’t only apply to students and teachers, but to us all. Whatever you do, do your work heartily, as for the Lord rather than for men, Colossians 3:23 NASB  Lord, I want to serve you and you alone. ...

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So Much Talk, Part 2

So Much Talk, Part 2

I will never forget your commands, because through them you gave me new life.  Psalm 119:93  Don’t misunderstand me… While I was typing the previous journal entry, So Much Talk, I was confident in the message, yet something kept saying “I hope I don’t get...

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So Much Talk!

So Much Talk!

 Every time you turn on the radio or television, there is so much talk regarding COVID-19, the Delta variant, race, the teaching of systemic racism in schools, and on and on.  Today, while driving down the road, I had it on a talk radio program.  After about fifteen...

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Jesus loves the little children…and you too!

Jesus loves the little children…and you too!

But Jesus said, “Let the little children come to me. Don’t stop them, because God’s kingdom belongs to people who are like these children.”  Matthew 19:14 ERV Oh how precious little children are! Yesterday I was riding in my niece, Calli’s, vehicle, sitting between...

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It’s more than a just a whale story

It’s more than a just a whale story

By now I’m sure you’ve heard the story of the Cape Cod lobster diver, Michael Packard, who was in the mouth of a humpback whale. Well, recently I was speaking with someone about it, and I made the comment “a modern day Jonah”.  Little ears were listening to our...

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Who or what defines you?

Who or what defines you?

Ok, please remember that I am no counselor or bible scholar, but a girl who loves Jesus and strives to listen to Him daily.  You may agree or disagree with some thoughts, and that is so okay.  This is what I was feeling in my spirit at this time.  I’d love to hear...

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Do you live life hopeful or hopeless?

Do you live life hopeful or hopeless?

The past two months have been extremely windy here in Anna Maria.  The swells that were created by the atmospheric conditions have been great for surfing and the wind has been refreshing for beachgoers, but not for the fishing enthusiast.   Recently, there were...

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Faith in my captain

Faith in my captain

The months of May and June have been extremely windy, making conditions for fishing/boating difficult at times.  The scenario mentioned in the video occurred frequently due to the winds. https://youtu.be/0ObE7V4a2VM I am so grateful for my man.  Tim was in as much...

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Just one: Part 1

Just one: Part 1

“If everyone got just one”… This journal entry is inspired by my man, Tim.   This summer we have been intentional.  Intentional with taking care of the seas. We’ve all done it, whether accidentally or not, we’ve all littered at some point in our lives. The past few...

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God is your protector

God is your protector

So, here I was, minding my own business, and out of nowhere these two birds came flying directly towards me.  It wasn’t until they were only about six feet in front of me, level with my head, that I even noticed them… Music was in my ears.  I was getting my worship on...

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