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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

Happy Valentine’s Day:  Serve and Love

Happy Valentine’s Day: Serve and Love

I pray you all have a precious Valentine’s Day.  Please know that GOD LOVES YOU!!  You are His! https://youtu.be/8cRe1-HW0-Y “For even the Son of Man came not to be served but to serve others and to give his life as a ransom for many.”  Mark 10:45 “Do everything with...

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Wise Saying #5:  Work Diligently

Wise Saying #5: Work Diligently

When my head hit the pillow last night, I prayed for God to speak to me and through me, and to reveal insight into the next Wise Saying. After praying, I grabbed my phone and went ahead and read the verse from the Bible app, and became motivated for the next day.   My...

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Wise Saying #4: Just don’t steal.

Wise Saying #4: Just don’t steal.

Wise Saying #4 Don’t cheat your neighbor by moving the ancient boundary markers set up by previous generations.  Proverbs 22:28 NLT When I read this verse, my thoughts went to The Ten Commandments.  Specifically, “You shall not steal.” Exodus 20:15 NIV. Would I like...

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“I don’t let the old man in.”

“I don’t let the old man in.”

https://youtu.be/N3_ocrNEUxo “I just get up every morning and go out.  And I don’t let the old man in.” When I heard this saying by Clint Eastwood, I just couldn’t resist! Here’s the article I found on Toby and Keith’s conversation:...

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Wise Saying #3:  Lending Money

Wise Saying #3: Lending Money

Wise Saying #3:  Lending Money. Proverbs 22:26-27 is our third wise saying.  Here it is in six different translations: Don’t promise to pay someone else’s debt. If you cannot pay, you will lose everything you have. So why should you lose the bed you sleep on?  ERV Do...

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Wise Saying #2:  Anger

Wise Saying #2: Anger

Wise Saying #2: Don’t be friends with people who become angry easily. Don’t stay around quick-tempered people. Proverbs 22:24 ERV Don’t befriend angry people or associate with hot-tempered people, or you will learn to be like them and endanger your soul. Proverbs...

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Wise Saying #1

Wise Saying #1

A couple of weeks ago, I posted “The vote is in...are you ready?” (Please click on the following link and read: https://soakinguptheson.com/new/daily-journaling/the-vote-is-in-are-you-ready/) I must confess, I read the first Wise Saying in numerous translations and my...

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