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

Got Armor?

A few months back God had put it on my heart to have a bible study with girls who are going off to college. Friends suggested Priscilla Shirer’s The Armor of God. This was the perfect suggestion due to the fact that my desire was to “arm” these young ladies for the...

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Character Building

Remember to not forget who you are and Whose you are. I often reiterate those words to my children, “Remember who you are and Whose you are.” But my children are not the only ones who need that little reminder, I do too. See what great love the Father has lavished on...

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What Do You Live For?

What do you live for? You may have heard people say that they live for: The weekend My man My children My family Huntin’ and fishin’ Vacation Dancing under the starry lights Bible study time Sunsets on the beach Time alone with God Oh, maybe that’s part of my list....

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My Three Wishes for You Today

Good morning and the start of a new day. I pray that you: Will keep your eyes focused on God as you start your week. Don’t fret with doing your daily tasks to please others. Focus on pleasing God and God alone. Do something beautiful for God today. We must never stop...

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This is what God wants from us:

  What can we bring to the Lord?     Should we bring him burnt offerings? Should we bow before God Most High     with offerings of yearling calves? 7 Should we offer him thousands of rams     and ten thousand rivers of olive oil? Should we sacrifice our firstborn...

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Words to Brighten Your Day

This week I have been in a funk. A spiritual and physical funk. But…today is a new day! When I went to wash my face I read the words on the product I was using. It read, “skin brightening daily scrub”. As I was massaging the cleanser on my face I thought about the...

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One step closer to our new home.

Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding. Proverbs 3:5 It has been eight long months since we closed on our property. There have been many hindrances since July 31st, but today we FINALLY saw a light at the end of this step in...

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Keep Your Eyes on Jesus

We must never stop looking to Jesus. He is the leader of our faith, and He is the one who makes our faith complete. He suffered death on a cross. But He accepted the shame of the cross as if it were nothing because of the joy He could see waiting for Him. And now he...

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There's Victory in Jesus

Jesus is alive! He has risen! Christ was victorious! Everything that was prophesized in the bible about Jesus’ birth, death, and resurrection are all true. The bible doesn’t lie. God cannot lie. Jesus is Truth! Don’t be like apostles on that Sunday who didn’t believe...

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Do you need a good dose of godly-fear?

I love reading God’s word. It always gives me a mixed bag of emotions; joy, peace, a good spanking, a healthy dose of godly-fear, and so much more. The bible is God’s Instruction Book for Life. It is also a Love Letter to us from Him. There are many lessons to be...

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Temptation is Real

“Great blessings belong to those who are tempted and remain faithful! After they have proved their faith, God will give them the reward of eternal life. God promised this to all people who love him.” James 1:12 Being tempted is not a sin, giving in to it is. Last July...

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Prepare Yourself Daily

I was excited when I read this morning scripture. “Finally, be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power. 11 Put on the full armor of God, so that you can take your stand against the devil’s schemes.”  Ephesians 6:10-11 I was excited for a few reasons. One, in about...

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