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Celebrating Every Success

Shaun Bradford

On September 3rd, I wrote (see “No More Hiding God’s Greatness”):

When was the last time you publicly celebrated your achievements? Is it something you find easy to do? Asking because I have always found it difficult, until recently. Now, I celebrate even the smallest of successes. … I mean, how can I fully represent God if I continue to downplay the magnitude of His greatness in my life? Y’all, He’s been too good to me. As I have said many times before, I am beyond blessed.

Y’all, I’m staying true to what I wrote. No more hiding what God’s doing. I also wrote in that post that back in 2016-2017 barely anyone knew I was the president of our state’s dietetics’ association. The only ones who knew were the dietitians who belonged to the organization, and some of them probably didn’t even know if they weren’t active. Don’t get me wrong, I was honored to hold the position; however, I was too humble for my own good to walk in it. Today, I realize that when you downplay your role, not only do you limit your effectiveness, but you limit your reach. You limit what God can do. Lesson learned.

Here I am today…

My first time in this position was nine years ago (2015-2016). Next year I’ll be president again. Thanking God for second chances!

Listen, when God places a dream in your heart—it will be. When I first held the position nine years ago, I felt as if I was finally walking in my purpose. I just knew that I was where I belonged, and it was only up from there. Then, life happened, and things didn’t go as expected. So, after I had served my three years (president-elect, president, and past president), I assumed that part of my life was over.

But it wasn’t…

Never in a million years did I expect to do it again. Even up until the moment I was asked if I’d consider running, the thought had never crossed my mind. However, once it was out there, I was reminded that I had said on this side of 50 I would not say “No” to things and opportunities that aligned with my purpose. And this still aligns with my purpose. So, instead of saying “No,” I said “Yes.”

Ha!! And to think I thought that part of my life was over.

Listen… DO NOT give up!♥️

Love you,

Shaun

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Push

Shaun Bradford

Push yourself beyond your limits. Each day push a little more. Even if it’s only an inch at a time, keep pushing. Push until you achieve your dreams and goals, then push even more. There are blessings waiting for you!

As the saying goes:

Pray

Until

Something

Happens

Then continue praying.♥️

Love you,

Shaun

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Get Moving

Shaun Bradford

Get Up and Get Moving!

The world is waiting for YOU.

Yes… YOU!

We need you!

No more sitting on the sidelines watching time and life pass by. No, get up and get involved. The world needs you and everything you have to offer.

Now, Get Moving!

Love you!♥️

Shaun

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Forgiveness

Shaun Bradford

Good Morning! Are you still holding on to past hurts or disappointments? You say you’ve forgiven everyone who has hurt you, but have you? It’s one thing to say you forgive them with your mouth and another to mean it with your heart. Speaking from experience.

Short story (making it very short)…

For years I had said I’d forgiven my daughter’s father for the lies, abandonment, and heartbreak he caused me. However, in reality, I had only packed the hurt away and covered it with things that looked and felt good—one of them was my marriage. Well, sixteen years after I ended things with my daughter’s father (close to nine years into my marriage), we briefly reconnected. Nothing romantic. He reached out to connect with my daughter. He also apologized for the things he did and put me through while we were together (and afterwards).

Well, after he finished his spill, I told him I forgave him. Y’all, when I tell you I felt like the shackles had been released! I said I forgave him and actually meant it. It wasn’t all talk. Unfortunately and fortunately, that act of forgiveness opened my eyes to decisions and choices I had made while I was hurt. Which meant I had to clean up a few messes, beginning with letting my ex go (details about my decision can be found in past posts).

Listen.

Forgive.

Forgive with your whole heart.

I know it’s easier said than done.

Ask God for help—He’s got you!

True forgiveness sets great things in motion.

Try it!

Well, that’s all for now. Thanks for reading. I pray you have a wonderful day and an amazing week!♥️

Love you,

Shaun

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Hello Sunday

Shaun Bradford

Happy Sunday! I pray your weekend has been great thus far. Mine has been pretty good. I can’t complain. I’m truly blessed.

Today’s message is simple:

“Smile, your heart is in good hands.”

Your heart is in good hands. So, lower your guard, breathe, and relax. Trust God. He’s got you covered. Love you!♥️ ~Shaun

Originally shared on September 8, 2022 with the message, “Smile. God is good.”
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Love Isn’t Love Until It’s Given Away

Shaun Bradford

Good Morning! Smiling right now because I had planned on sharing the Facebook memory below, but this song keeps blaring over and over in my head. Yes, blaring! Laughing. So, I guess I’ll share both.

The song is “Love Isn’t Love” by Commissioned. It says, “Love isn’t love til you’ve given it away. It’s just waiting to be given. All bitterness erased.” That’s the part that’s stuck on repeat. Now it’s out. I pray whoever needs the message receives it. Smile. Now here’s today’s Facebook memory.

Facebook Memory: September 4, 2023

“When you’re ready to do it, you will do it. You won’t need motivation. The conditions won’t have to be right. You won’t have to have the money. Shoot… fear won’t even stop you. When you’re ready to make your move, you’ll make it, and everything else will fall into place.🤷🏽‍♀️”

All true. When you make up your mind to do something, you’ll just do it. It’s really that simple. It’s funny how we go back and forth with ourselves worried about what will and won’t work, and then one day, out of the blue, we just do it. I’m laying here thinking about so many things I was hesitant to do—some out of fear, others because I didn’t believe I was capable of doing—and then one day I just woke up and did them. Life is truly amazing.

Well, that’s it for now. I pray you have a wonderful day!♥️

Love you,

Shaun

Also, I’ll leave you with Commissioned’s song, “Love Isn’t Love.” Be Blessed

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Handpicked By God

Shaun Bradford

YOU were chosen by God Himself to fulfill a purpose that only YOU can fulfill.

Let that sink in…

So, don’t ever doubt your worth or purpose. God chose YOU. Love you!♥️ ~Shaun

Facebook Memory: August 6, 2022

Handpicked by God. One of a kind. There’s only one YOU! Know that YOU were specifically chosen to fulfill God’s purpose. Keep doing you!♥️

Side Note: I’m learning that some of my posts can’t be scheduled. Some need to be released immediately. Not sure if I’ll have one for you at 10:30. Be Blessed.♥️

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Everything Is Falling Into Place

Shaun Bradford

Hello! It may not look or feel like it, but everything is falling into place. Resist the urge to step out on your own and do things your way or settle.

Instead…

Be patient.

Trust God.

Trust His timing.

Love you!♥️

Shaun

I can hear William Murphy singing, “It’s Working.”

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Already Approved

Shaun Bradford

Hello! Here’s a quick message for you to remember throughout the day…

You do not have to prove yourself to anyone because you have already been approved by God. He already knows your worth. I mean, He did create you, right? So greet people and enter spaces with your head held high. You belong there. Love you.♥️ ~Shaun

Remember, YOU are God’s child.