Life

A New Life

In a few hours, I will have another nephew! A leap year baby!! He will be the newest member of our family since my mom passed. I’m excited. Can’t wait to see his little face.

It’s funny how the mind works. Two things came to mind when I wrote the title, a scripture and a song.

The scripture: Revelation 21:5 (NIV)

He who was seated on the throne said, “I am making everything new!” Then he said, “Write this down, for these words are trustworthy and true.”

The song: Boyz II Men’s “On Bended Knees” (the part where they sing about a new life)

I want a new life
And I want it with you
If you feel the same
Don’t ever let it go
You gotta believe in the spirit of love
It’ll heal all things
It won’t hurt anymore

Welcome to my world! I just love how my mind works. Keeps me entertained, for sure.

The message – God is making everything new.

Wish my mom was here to celebrate our newest member. It’s funny that about a month or so before she passed she told us my sister was pregnant, and my sister denied it. My mom only smiled. Well, a few months after she passed we found out my sister was pregnant. She knew. Smiling

Wishing you wonderfully, blessed day.♥️

Love you,

Shaun

Life

Blessings Without The Struggle

Today’s blog is a short excerpt from my journal entry written on February 28, 2021. At the time, I happened to be listening to Bishop T.D. Jakes’ Sunday morning message, “Give Us An Awakening.” Here’s what I wrote:

Shaun, the gate is going to be open when you get there. You won’t have to push it open, it will just be open.

Listen, I am at a point where I refuse to accept that there will always be some sort of struggle before a blessing is received. I refuse to accept it as truth. There just has to be a time when we walk straight into our blessing(s). No struggle. No pain. Only bliss. And not in the afterlife.

So, today, instead of speaking in future tense, I am speaking as if it is so.

Shaun, you are at the gate. It’s open. Walk through.

Simple.

Walking through.♥️

Take Care,

Shaun

Life

Obedience

Facebook Memory: February 27, 2023

Your obedience to God unlocks doors. Be obedient.♥️

Sometimes you have to become quiet so you are better able to hear that still small voice.

As much as we would love to step out on our own, let’s not do so. Let’s remain obedient to God. He holds the keys that will unlock miracles and blessings.

Wishing you peace, love and blessings!♥️

Shaun

Life

Be You

“Your authenticity is beautiful. Just be you!♥️” – Moi

Originally shared on September 12, 2022 and reshared on February 26, 2023.

Here’s the caption from February 26, 2023:

There’s nothing like being in spaces where you can be your authentic self. Where you are celebrated, not tolerated. Make sure you seek out these spaces and circles. They are where you’ll thrive, not just survive. I love y’all!♥️

I don’t know about you but my goal is to thrive. Those days of only surviving are gone.

Be Blessed♥️

Shaun

Life

Trusting God’s Plan

Here is an excerpt from last year’s Hello Sunday, which was written on this date.

Hello Sunday: February 26, 2023

Ultimately, God is in control and His plans reign supreme. I trust Him, completely. 

Here are a few other things I have learned over this short period of time:

  • Life is going to happen. I can try to manage it but I cannot control it.
  • Suppressing my feelings only delays progress. In order to truly move forward, I have to feel and be honest about my feelings.
  • Not to panic when things are not going according to my plan. It only means that God has something different in mind or He’s working a few things out.

Today, God is still in control, and I do trust His plans—whatever they may be (tired of trying to figure them out). Honestly, I am beginning to believe not knowing what God is doing is best. Yep, I’d rather not rack my brain trying to figure things out because I have 1) discovered it’s only a waste of time, 2) it’s a waste of emotional and mental energy, and 3) I can never predict what will happen (plot twists on 10!). So, yes, I’m going to leave my life in God’s hands and allow Him to do His job. I know whatever He has planned will ultimately be in my favor (because He loves me), better than I imagined (again, because He loves me), and all for His glory and purpose. Yes, it’s all about Him.

Praying you have a lovely day and wonderful week. Love you!♥️

Shaun