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

How to Put A Smile on God’s Face

How to Put A Smile on God’s Face

For years, when I pray, a phrase that quite often comes out of my thoughts and mouth is “Lord, help us to put a smile on Your face in all we say and do.”  While sending a text to my grown children, I frequently remind them to “Go put a smile on God's face.” As we...

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Social Media Postings

Social Media Postings

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=b4o309wIn5s&t=5s Be careful what y’all post on any and all forms of social media. Just because your parents, boss, church friends, family, whomever can’t see certain postings...remember that you can’t hide from God. (Jeremiah...

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America, Hold On!

America, Hold On!

“If My people who are called by my name become humble and pray, and look for me, and turn from their evil ways, then I will. Hear them from heaven.  I will forgive their sin and heal their land.” 2 Chronicles 7:14 On April 8, 2018, my brother and author, Mike Parker,...

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Jesus Didn’t Need a Snickers Bar

Jesus Didn’t Need a Snickers Bar

Years ago my friend, Susan, gave me a tea towel that read, “I am sorry for the things I said when I was hungry”.  She knows me well. The hunger mood pendulum swings between me either being extremely quiet or grouchy when my tummy starts to rumble. Tim can tell when I...

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Motivational Monday (Be Alert)

Motivational Monday (Be Alert)

Keep moving...in The Word...physically, mentally, and spiritually. Be alert...always...Satan is ready to pounce on you. Happy Heavenly Birthday to my mom-in-love...you loved me and my children so well.  Give Jesus a big hug for me.  We miss you, think of you daily,...

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Free Indeed

Free Indeed

We are so blessed to live in “the land of the free”, here in America.  Sure, we could sit here and debate about the many freedoms that are being taken for granted, or how it seems that certain freedoms are becoming more constraint, but I would appreciate it if we...

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A WHALEshark of a Day!!

A WHALEshark of a Day!!

Sweet tea, sin, and a 23’ blessing.  What do they all have to do with one another? Well, I’m glad you asked. Sweet tea:  Yesterday we went for an early dinner with friends.  Being a southern girl who loves her sweet tea, that’s what I ordered for my beverage....

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Sweet Freedom

Sweet Freedom

We have freedom now, because Christ made us free.  So stand strong in that freedom. Don’t go back into slavery again.  Galatians 5:1 As July fourth approaches, the word freedom keeps ringing through my mind. Our nation celebrates Independence Day, the day America...

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Toes in the Sand

Toes in the Sand

When I walked down the path to the beach, I could tell, by looking ahead towards the sky, that I was going to witness a spectacular display of God’s magnificent art. Several storms were brewing offshore. You could see the rain cascading from the sky  like assorted...

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Peace. Storms. Hang on.

Peace. Storms. Hang on.

Peace. Storms all around you. When you hang on to God and make it through the storm...it is a beautiful thing. ❤❤❤ Hang on to Jesus in your storm. F10798A4-74AD-4551-BE6B-08137965E61C When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and through the rivers, they...

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Let’s just Obey

Thank you for watching the video below.  My mind was racing too much to type, so I did a video-blog today. Warning: I get emotional, I need to hydrate my lips, and you just may be convicted.  Love you all!!! Stephanie...

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You can’t hide from God.

You can’t hide from God.

  Motivational Monday https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vbXaessoQ5U   Tim came in the house and told me he saw the tiniest fawn he had ever seen, in the backyard.  He thinks it must have just been born. When the momma deer saw Tim, she and her precious baby...

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