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

Headline News

Headline News

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For those “Crappy” times in life:

For those “Crappy” times in life:

Sometimes life can just be down right crappy. Enjoy today’s word of encouragement: https://youtu.be/Dj9rYN7dmWw The Lord is close to those who have suffered disappointment. He saves those who are discouraged. Psalm 34:18 ERV A final word: Be strong in the Lord and in...

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God will give you all you need

God will give you all you need

Lord, you give me all that I need. You support me. You give me my share. My share is wonderful. My inheritance is very beautiful. Psalm 16:5-6 ERV First of all, I’m praying for folks in Louisiana as they wake to observe what Hurricane Laura has brought their way and...

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Be Wise:  Fill your emptiness with Jesus

Be Wise: Fill your emptiness with Jesus

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Depend on the Lord

Depend on the Lord

In my latest video-blog I read the entire chapter of Psalm 16, and shared seven bullet points with you.  Today, I’d like to dig a little deeper into this chapter using those bullet points; one for each new journal entry. Bullet point #1:  Depend on the Lord.  Not...

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Encouragement for true joy and living

Encouragement for true joy and living

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I needed forgiveness

I needed forgiveness

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Prayer Changes Things

Prayer Changes Things

The back of this door has been a trial and error.  From the beginning, I knew I wanted this to be my prayer wall (door).  The first phase was metal so that I could magnetize things and write with a dry erase marker.  The marker proved to be a fail. Then, I hid the...

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Do you live with or have regrets in life?

Do you live with or have regrets in life?

Do you live with or have regrets in your life? https://youtu.be/d3qsC1T_tUI I will never forget your commands, because through them you gave me new life.  Psalm 119:33 “You are the light that shines for the world to see. You are like a city built on a hill that cannot...

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Open Seashells…Open Hands

Open Seashells…Open Hands

Scattered along the shore were these clam-type of seashells.  As I was listening to my praise music, while walking down the beach, I continued noticing a multitude of these shells.   Each time I would see either a single open shell or a collective amount washed ashore...

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