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

Motivational Monday: Inner Beauty

Motivational Monday: Inner Beauty

How in the world did I relate my “hiccup” today to Motivational Monday??  Watch: https://youtu.be/ptl5gAGMQTQ I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made;  your works are wonderful, I know that full well. Psalm 139:14 Blessings to you and yours,...

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Just Be

Just Be

“Be still, and know that I am God! I will be honored by every nation. I will be honored throughout the world.”  Psalm 46:10 Listen to this one minute video. Be encouraged.  Feel peace wash over you. https://youtu.be/QgDFeXcZ4ws Remember... “Let the windows in your...

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You are SAFE

You are SAFE

It’s time to share.  Share some photos. Share some bible verses. Share some encouragement. As you know, I’m doing an in-depth bible study now by Jennifer Rothschild regarding Psalm 23.  Each week Jennifer has us dissect a verse. While focusing on verse two this week,...

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I Do Care

I Do Care

My daughter has this phrase that she has said for years!  The situation can be mundane or pressing for her saying the phrase.  Recently, Holly and I went on a girls trip together. We got into an eye-opening conversation and discovered the root of her famous phrase....

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Motivational Monday:  Think About It!

Motivational Monday: Think About It!

Think about it! https://youtu.be/J1Owl-n_bAI Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things....

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There’s only one way.

There’s only one way.

This morning I took a peaceful prayer walk on the property.  The birds were singing, the breeze was welcoming, and tranquility filled the air. Oh...and Layla joined me too. While walking my mind raced with devotional ideas.  Looking at the different terrains I walked...

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Motivational Monday:  Time for a Bible Study

Motivational Monday: Time for a Bible Study

Oh Happy Day! I hope that you are encouraged by this video and may you get involved in a bible study.  Whether you do one in a church, a home, with a group, or on your own...do it!  You won’t regret it. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wKr0C9nSlzM Please go to the...

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Do you have a Giant facing you?

Do you have a Giant facing you?

When I captured this photo of my great niece and my dog, Layla, I thought about facing your giants. Here you see the delicate profile of a precious child, unafraid, facing a massive animal almost nose to nose. Luckily for Haddy, Layla adores her.  But you may not be...

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Need a vacation after the vacation?

Need a vacation after the vacation?

This morning I went to retrieve our dog, Marley, from being boarded for the past five nights. She was so excited to go home.  She hopped in the car, scanned her surroundings, then plopped down out of either sure exhaustion or “thank the good Lord that momma came so I...

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Fruit of the Spirit…trying

Fruit of the Spirit…trying

But the fruit that the Spirit produces in a person’s life is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. There is no law against these kinds of things. Galatians 5:22-23   I’ve done a bible study on these, written...

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Motivational Monday:  Hope, Joy, and Peace

Motivational Monday: Hope, Joy, and Peace

What better way to share a Motivational Monday video regarding hope, peace, and joy with you than from the beach!  Ahhhh. I kinda felt like I was giving an infomercial with a “Wait...there’s more”. In this verse you’ll notice the prayer, the “then”, and the “and”....

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Lessons from the song, Take a Drunk Girl Home

Lessons from the song, Take a Drunk Girl Home

After paying attention to the words of the country music song, Take a Drunk Girl Home, I was like, “Yes!”. I knew that one day I’d include in in a devotional.  It wasn’t until Tim and I attended the Chris Janson concert at The Florida Strawberry Festival, that I knew...

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