Author: Shaun Bradford

My life is full of adventures— good and bad, and I’m living in every moment. Can’t help but be present.
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Song of the Hour

Shaun Bradford

The song of the hour is Anthony Brown’s, “Worth.” The song says (Lyrics: MusixMatch)—

You thought I was worth saving
So You came and changed my life
You thought I was worth keeping
So You cleaned me up inside
You thought I was to die for
So You sacrificed Your life
So I could be free, so I could be whole
So I could tell everyone I know

You thought I was worth saving (so You came)
So You came and changed my life
You thought I was worth keeping (so You cleaned me up in-)
So You cleaned me up inside (You thought I was to die for)
You thought I was to die for (and I’m highly grateful)
So You sacrificed Your life (yeah)
So I could be free, so I could be whole (and I can tell everyone)
So I could tell everyone I know (You thought I was worth it)

You thought I was worth saving (so You came)
So You came and changed my life (You thought)
You thought I was worth keeping (so You cleaned me up inside)
So You cleaned me up inside (You thought I was to die for)
You thought I was to die for (so You sacrificed)
So You sacrificed Your life (so I could be free)
So I could be free (so I could be whole)
So I could be whole (so I could tell everyone)
So I could tell everyone I know (oh)

Hallelujah!
Glory (glory) to God who changed my life (to God who changed my life)
And I will praise You (forever)
I’ll worship You (forever)
I’ll give You glory (forever)
Because I am (because I am free)
Because I am (because I am whole)
And you can tell everyone (and I can tell everyone I know)
Come on, lift it up, sing, “Halle-” (halle-)

Hallelujah (-lujah)
Oh, glory (glory) to the God who changed my life
(To the God who changed my life)
Hey, hey, and I will praise You (forever)
I’ll worship You (forever)
I’ll give You glory (forever)
I’ll give you all (forever)
‘Cause You deserve it, Lord (forever)
You deserve it, Lord (forever)

I’ll praise You (forever), forever
Because I am free
Because I am whole
And I will tell everyone I know

You thought I was worth saving
So You came and changed my life
You thought I was worth keeping
So You cleaned me up inside

You thought I was to die for (ooh), oh
You thought I was to die for (ah)
You thought I, You thought I, You thought I was to die for
You sacrificed Your life
So I could be free
Hallelujah!

“Worth” by Anthony Brown

God is so good, y’all. He deems us worthy even when we know we’re not worthy. He still sees our value and calls us His. How wonderful is that?! Amen🙏🏽♥️

Shaun

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Gratitude

Shaun Bradford
Originally shared on February 7, 2022, then again last year on February 7, 2024.

Last year I wrote:

“I am most grateful to be alive. Grateful that I have another chance to love on my babies; another chance to experience something exciting and new (why am I hearing the Love Boat theme song—smile); another chance to accept or decline opportunities; another chance to make better decisions; another chance to live…to really live.”

Today, everything’s the same. EXACTLY the same!

However, I do want to take this moment to honor God for His amazing, unconditional love. When I tell you He’s been closer than ever! Correction… I guess I’m finally closer to Him.☺️ Y’all, He’s soooo good. So very good.🙏🏽

Also, I’m grateful for YOU and your continued support. Thank you so much for reading and always leaving encouraging words. They mean more to me than you know. I truly appreciate you!🙏🏽💕

Before I end…

What are you grateful for?♥️

Shaun

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My Journey With God, No. 58

Shaun Bradford

God, who am I?

Like… for real?

Who am I?!

His answer…

Which is the answer I always seem to receive.

“YOU are MY child.”

God’s child.

I am God’s child.

I AM God’s child.

Accepting the fact that nothing about me or my life will ever be ordinary.

Because…

I am God’s child.♥️ ~Shaun

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Listen To God

Shaun Bradford

Good Morning☀️

Listen to God.

Don’t just hear Him.

Meaning—

Pay attention to God’s words, make note of His instructions, and follow His guidance.

Philippians 4:7 And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.

I pray you have a wonderful day and blessed weekend.♥️

Love you always,

Shaun

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Good Night (40)

Shaun Bradford

They say to pick and choose your battles. How about choosing peace instead.

Yes… Choose peace.🙏🏽

I pray you had a wonderful day, and wishing you a pleasant night.♥️

Love you,

Shaun

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Create

Shaun Bradford

Create!

Create whatever your heart desires.

Creating what you’ve envisioned may take years, but don’t let time and setbacks discourage you.

Never, ever stop creating.♥️

Love you,

Shaun

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You Are Not Alone

Shaun Bradford

During this time of uncertainty, we must remember that we are not alone. WE are in this together.♥️

Love you,

Shaun

When I originally shared this as an IG story, I shared it with Michael Jackson’s song, “You Are Not Alone.” I can’t believe Michael and Lisa Marie are both gone.😔
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Happy Birthday, Momma J!

Shaun Bradford

I have always had two moms—my biological mother and my bonus mom.

Today is my bonus mom’s birthday!

My bonus mom has been in my life since I was about 3 weeks old—so you might as well say since birth.☺️ I talked to her last night, and she’s so excited about my dad taking her out to eat today. He usually buys her flowers, gives her a little cash, and then takes her to eat. She was so giddy. Made me smile. I love her so much.♥️

Happy Birthday, Momma! I only add the J when talking to others about her so they’ll know which mom I’m referring to, but to her, it’s always and forever will be Momma.♥️

Momma with her baby boy, my late brother, Alton, Jr.
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What If…

Shaun Bradford

What if…

Thanking God for keeping and blessing me through every decision I’ve made—good and bad. Thanking Him for His protection from things I didn’t know I needed protecting from. Thanking Him for guiding my steps to keep me on track when I venture off. Thanking Him for surrounding me with His love, mercy, and grace.

I am thankful, grateful, and beyond blessed. Amen ~Shaun♥️