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hope

Smile, You’re Still Here

Shaun Bradford

Happy Tuesday and Happy Election Day!

Yes, midterm elections are today. If you haven’t already done so—VOTE! It’s a privilege to be able to do so.

“If you’re alive, there’s a purpose for your life.” –Rick Warren

A Time To Be Alive

Today’s message is—

You’re still here, and you’re here for a reason.

God is not through with you yet.

Nope.

He’s not done!

Smile

This is all for now. Don’t spend too much time watching the polls. We may not know the outcome, but God already does. Our job is to VOTE, then rest in Him. This year, I refuse to let this election stress me out, and you shouldn’t either.

I pray you have a wonderfully blessed day. May it be filled with lots of love and joy.

Keep smiling.♥️

I love you,

Shaun

**Be sure to stop by Shaun’s Daily Inspiration and get your daily dose of inspiration.

Life, peace

Hello Sunday (300)

Shaun Bradford

Happy Sunday☀️And Hello November!

Yesterday I did something I have never done before, I put my phone on Do Not Disturb and enjoyed my day!

I initially did it because I needed to get some work done. However, it ended up being one of the most relaxing experiences I had had in a long time. I also didn’t visit any of my social media accounts after I made my morning posts. Didn’t log out of the accounts and never accidentally tapped the apps. Had no desire to. Didn’t even watch any inspirational videos. I just went about my day doing normal stuff. Life felt normal again. I was finally back to my pre- social media days, and I loved it.

Doing it again today.🥰

I pray you’re having a wonderful weekend so far. May the rest of your day, the week ahead, and this month be filled with lots of love—an abundance of love!♥️

I love you,

Shaun

**Be sure to stop by Shaun’s Daily Inspiration and get your daily dose of inspiration.

Today’s short:

“My Friend, You Must Keep Hope Alive” –Shaun’s Daily Inspiration

trust God

It’s Already Done: Believe

Shaun Bradford

Happy Self-love Saturday!🌺

“When you leave everything in God’s hands, you’ll start seeing God’s hand in everything.” –Author Unknown

It’s Handled

The song of the hour is James Fortune’s “I Believe.” The song says—

I believe the storm will soon be over. I believe the rain will go away. I believe that I can make it through it. I believe, it’s already done.

“I Believe” by James Fortune

Whatever you’re believing for, believe that it’s already handled—it’s already done.

Now… breathe and rest your mind. God’s got you!

This is all for now. I pray you have a beautifully blessed Self-love Saturday! May it be filled with lots of love and blessings.♥️

I love you,

Shaun

**Be sure to stop by Shaun’s Daily Inspiration and get your daily dose of inspiration.

hope, Life

Latter Rains

Shaun Bradford

Happy Thursday!

Just realized I hadn’t spoken today! I started writing this morning and forgot to finish my thoughts. This has been one busy week!

Anyhoo… Here’s what I shared today under Shaun’s Daily Inspiration.

“So if you faithfully obey the commands I am giving you today—to love the Lord your God and to serve him with all your heart and with all your soul—then I will send rain on your land in its season, both autumn and spring rains, so that you may gather in your grain, new wine and olive oil. I will provide grass in the fields for your cattle, and you will eat and be satisfied.” –Deuteronomy 11:13-15

Listen, the latter rains of autumn are coming. You will eat and be satisfied! Amen

I pray you have a great rest of your evening. May it be peaceful and relaxing.♥️

I love you,

Shaun

**Be sure to stop by Shaun’s Daily Inspiration and get your daily dose of inspiration.

hope, trust God

Trust God, Completely

Shaun Bradford

Happy Wednesday!☀️ Hoping all is well with you.

Today’s message is short but oh so significant—

Trust God, completely. He’s got you!

Wishing you a beautiful day. May it be filled with lots of love, joy, and peace.♥️

I love you,

Shaun

**Be sure to stop by Shaun’s Daily Inspiration and get your daily dose of inspiration.

Life, peace

Hey Y’all! Good Afternoon

Shaun Bradford

I really didn’t write much this morning. Seemed like things were going a mile a minute, and now I’m finally slowing down. Thought I’d drop in and share the song that’s been playing in my head for the past 30 minutes or so. If you’ve been reading my blog for a while, you know sometimes the only way to get it out of my head is to share it.

Now, this one is very random and goes back decades. I don’t believe I’ve heard it lately, but it’s here and stuck on repeat in my head. The song is “Don’t Make Me Over” by Sybil. Talk about a real memory from the past!

“Don’t Make Me Over” by Sybil

That’s all. Just sharing. I hope you’re having a great day so far. Mine has been pretty interesting. Let’s just say November 3rd is only ONE week away, and it’s only the beginning of what’s to come over the next two years.

Anyhoo…

Wishing you a wonderful rest of the day. May it be calm and peaceful.♥️

I love you,

Shaun

**Be sure to stop by Shaun’s Daily Inspiration and get your daily dose of inspiration.

empowerment, Life

The Power is Ours

Shaun Bradford

“You have the power to choose the direction in which your life goes, how your spirit flows, what your heart and mind hold.” –LaShaundrea B.

You Are Powerful

Hello! And Happy Monday!☀️

I wrote the quote above a couple of years ago and decided to share it again today. It really is true; our power lies in our freedom to decide. Every choice. Every response. Every reaction. Every inaction. Every decision. All are on us.

Of course, there are so many outside factors that can affect our decisions, but when it’s all said and done, as able bodied adults, we have the power to decide.

Anyhoo… This is all for today. I pray that you have a wonderful day and beautiful week! May both be filled with lots of love, joy, and peace.♥️

I love you,

Shaun

**Be sure to stop by Shaun’s Daily Inspiration and get your daily dose of inspiration.

The song I’m currently hearing is “The Power” by Snap!💃🏽

“The Power” by Snap!

hope, Life

Hello Sunday (299)

Shaun Bradford

Hello Sunday!☀️

Mara Brock Akil (television producer and writer) posted a video about how the television and film industries are changing, just as the world around us is changing. She believes this change is a good thing and necessary, and so do I. In the video, she says the old ways of doing things are slowly dying, giving us the chance to shape the future we want to see. And I couldn’t agree more!

I believe we are here in this time and space for a purpose. It’s not to sit, watch things happen, or complain, but to shape and create the future we want to see. We’ve been tasked with doing what no other generation could do, and what future generations need us to do. If you’re unsure of your task, assignment, or purpose, ask God to reveal it to you. From experience, it’s associated with something you’re already passionate about doing, or that lifelong dream you just can’t shake.

On another note…

The song that’s been playing in my head since I woke up is the Winans “Everything You Touch Is A Song.”

As God’s children, I believe everything we touch is a song, and we have been tasked with creating something meaningful and beautiful. What we create today will not only enhance our lives but also sustain future generations.

Sooo… Are you on board with shaping our new future—with shaping the world you want to see?

This is all I have for now. I pray you have a relaxing day. May it be peaceful and filled with joy.♥️

I love you,

Shaun

**Be sure to stop by Shaun’s Daily Inspiration and get your daily dose of inspiration.

“Everything You Touch Is A Song” by The Winans

gratitude

A Place of Gratitude

Shaun Bradford

“Gratitude turns what we have into enough.” –Melody Beattie

Begin with Gratitude

Happy Self-love Saturday☀️

Writing from a place of gratitude. I’m so grateful and blessed to be here. To be alive and well is such a blessing—a gift. Amen

Today’s song of the hour is the late Richard Smallwood’s song “Total Praise.” The song says—

Lord, I will lift
Mine eyes to the hills
Knowing my help
Is coming from You
Your peace you give me
In time of the storm

You are the source of my strength
You are the strength of my life
I lift my hands in total praise to You

“Total Praise” by Richard Smallwood

This is all for now. I pray you’re having a wonderful day so far. May the rest of your day and weekend be as beautiful as you are. Remember, it’s Self-love Saturday. Don’t forget to do something extra special for yourself!♥️

I love you,

Shaun

**Be sure to stop by Shaun’s Daily Inspiration and get your daily dose of inspiration.

God’s Timing, Life

Hurry Up and Wait

Shaun Bradford

“Be patient. The best things happen unexpectedly.” –Author Unknown

Be Patient

Happy Friday!☀️

There’s this saying in the military, across all branches: “hurry up and wait.” “Hurry up and wait” is exactly what patience means. It’s when things seem to be moving right along, and then you’re hit with a wait. One day, I will write about what “hurry up and wait” has looked like in my life. I have so many stories I could share. Instead, I’ll leave you with this—

During the wait, something is always happening. It’s not a dead, inactive time period. It’s when God works behind the scenes, placing people in your life who will protect your purpose and calling while removing those who won’t. So don’t despise the wait. It’s for your good. Instead, be patient and follow God’s guidance. Soon, everything will start moving right along again… until the next wait. Smile. But don’t worry, you’ll reach your destination.

This is all I have for now. I pray you have a beautiful Friday and an even more lovely weekend.♥️

I love you,

Shaun

**Be sure to stop by Shaun’s Daily Inspiration and get your daily dose of inspiration.