Life

Live, Laugh, Love, and Be Kind

I believe the secret to a good life consists of actually living it; laughing often (gotta laugh); loving wholeheartedly; and being genuinely kind to others (not for show). Here’s what I shared two years ago.

Facebook Memory: January 23, 2024

Smile, if you’re already here. If this is how you’re living. If you are not here, get here quickly. This is where peace resides.

Live: Stay present!

Laugh: Your soul needs it.

Love: Unconditionally – it’s the secret of true peace and happiness.

Be Kind: EVERYONE’s struggling with something. No one’s exempt.

Focus on who & what truly matters and let the rest go. Life is short, spread LOVE!♥️ #ILoveYou

Again, spread love. Everyone needs love, even those we do not believe deserve it—they need it. Approaching them with hate only adds hate to your heart. Also, add hope. Whenever possible, add a little bit of hope to your conversations. Give people something to look forward to even if you cannot see it. Listen, hope goes a long way. It keeps life going.

That’s all I have for now. Wishing you a beautifully, blessed day.

Enjoy!♥️

Shaun

Life

You Did It!

I see you and celebrate you! You did it!!

You know that thing

That thing you keep pursuing but just cannot seem to achieve.

That thing that has been nagging you for years, even decades, that your soul can’t seem to let be.

You know, that thing you were so close to achieving then something happened that threw everything off track…

Yeah… that thing.

Well, today, we are celebrating our (gotta include myself) wins in advance.

From here on, see yourself walking in everything you set out to achieve. Feel yourself in it! Yes, you had a few setbacks, but now you are finally there and pursuing other dreams. Pat yourself on the back because you did not give up. Nope. You were resilient. You hung in there and kept going. Now, you are there. YOU DID IT!♥️

Celebrate

Love you,

Shaun

Life

Don’t Cry

Woke up with the song, “Don’t Cry,” by Kirk Franklin blaring in my head. Had to listen to it. Listen, Jesus is not dead. He’s very much alive. We are truly, truly blessed. Keep believing!♥️ ~Shaun

Don’t Cry by Kirk Franklin
Lyrics: AZLyrics.com

Why do you cry?
He has risen
Why are you weeping?
He’s not dead

Why do you cry?
He has risen
Why are you weeping?
He’s not dead

He paid it all on that lonely highway (hey)
And his anointing I can feel

He shed his blood (oh oh oh)
For my transgressions (oh oh oh)
And by his stripes
We are healed

Why do you cry?
He has risen
Why are you weeping?
He’s not dead

So as you go through life’s journey (journey)
Don’t you worry, lift up your head

Don’t you cry
(oh oh oh)
Stop your weeping
(oh oh oh)
He has risen
He’s not dead

Don’t cry
Wipe your eyes
He’s not dead

(oh oh oh oh)
Don’t weep
He’s not asleep
Jehovah
He’s not dead

(oh oh oh oh)
Don’t cry
Wipe your eyes
He’s not dead

(oh oh oh oh)
Don’t cry
Wipe your eyes
He’s not dead

(oh oh oh oh)
Don’t cry
Wipe your eyes
He’s not dead

(oh oh oh oh)
Don’t cry
Wipe your eyes
He’s not dead

(oh oh oh oh)
Don’t cry
Wipe your eyes
He’s not dead

Life

God’s Grace

I am truly blessed!♥️

Honestly, there is no telling where I would be without God’s grace or His love and protection. As the song “God’s Grace” says, “No weapon formed against me shall prosper.” I can only imagine the weapons that He has blocked over my lifetime and continues to block. That’s grace.

God’s Grace by Trin-I-Tee 5:7
Lyrics: Musixmatch

Everything you need is right here
All of your problems, yes I’m aware
And when you’re down, I’ll be right there
You can call on me ’cause
I hear your prayer
No other name can put joy where there is pain
He will do it for you but first you gotta know that it’s by God

It’s by God’s grace
All things through Christ Jesus
No weapon formed against me shall prosper
I’m so glad to know (So glad)
It’s by God’s grace
All things through Christ Jesus
No weapon formed against me shall prosper

Say you got laid off
Can’t pay your bills
Sick, can’t get well
My Jesus heals
He’ll brighten up your darkest day
Put trust in Him
And he’ll make a way
Anyone the son sets free – is free indeed
He will set you free
But first you got to be a believer and know that it’s by God

It’s by God’s grace
All things through Christ Jesus
No weapon formed against me shall prosper
Anything your heart desires, my God is gonna see to it

It’s by God’s grace
All things through Christ Jesus
No weapon formed against me shall prosper
It’ll never prosper, so come on in

Come on in before the sun goes down
Even though the devil’s got you bound
Know you’re tired of going round and round
Take the Word and knock him down
He’ll forgive you of your sins
Open up and let Him in
Let the Lord show you His love
By the mighty God we’re conquerers

It’s by God’s grace
All things through Christ Jesus
No weapon formed against me shall prosper
If you believe in it in your heart, raise your hands and sing

It’s by God’s grace
All things through Christ Jesus
No weapon formed against me shall prosper
Say your battle is already won, you just keep on telling yourself

It’s by God’s grace
All things through Christ Jesus
No-no-no-no-no weapon formed-

It’s by God’s grace
All things through Christ Jesus
No weapon formed against me shall prosper
No weapons formed (No weapons formed)
Against me now (Against me now)
Shall prosper

It’s by God’s grace
All things through Christ Jesus
No weapon formed against me shall prosper
When trouble seem to follow you everywhere you go

It’s by God’s grace
All things through Christ Jesus
No weapon formed against me shall prosper

Life

Hello Sunday

What if I fall? Oh, but my darling, what if you fly?

E. H.

That was a quote I shared five years ago—January 14, 2019. Next is the caption that accompanied it:

Happy Monday! Wishing you a blessed week! Here’s today’s social media find. Take the leap. Yes, there’s a possibility that things won’t go as planned (been there); however, there’s also a possibility that they might AND exceed your expectations (been there, too). You’ll never know, if you never leap. You already know God is going to catch you– FLY!

During my adulthood, I have taken numerous leaps—mostly spontaneously. As I mentioned above, some things went as I hoped and/or exceeded my expectations, while others didn’t. Either way, I never fell or failed. Somehow I always managed to fly. All praises to God.

Lately, I have not taken any leaps (it’s been three years). I guess you could say I have been living a pretty quiet, unadventurous life—been playing it safe. Honestly, I am not sure if I am just tired or if the adventures have ceased. Hopefully, it’s not the latter. There just has to be more adventures and leaps in my future. Y’all, I’m too young to stop leaping now. Sighing

Why am I hearing Donald Lawrence singing, “The Best Is Yet To Come”? Shaking my head. My thoughts and their theme music. Even my subconscious mind has a sense of humor. My life… Laughing

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

Be Blessed♥️

Shaun

Life

A Necessary Task

Today’s Facebook memory basically falls in line with the pruning I experienced several months ago, and the decluttering I wrote about before the new year. When we really start growing—especially mentally, emotionally and spiritually—we begin to discover we have to let a few things go (sometimes people). We have to let go of things that trigger and/or hinder our growth or progression.

From experience, I know this is not easy thing to do. I still struggle with it. I believe it’s difficult because some things have been with us for years if not our entire lives (certain mindsets, behaviors, and beliefs). Believe me, it takes a lot of discernment and a good relationship with God to know what to let go of and what to hold on to because if we are not careful, we could toss what we need and hold on to what we don’t. Yes, discernment is very important. Also, being still so we can clearly hear God’s voice is utmost important. I know…sounds like a brutal task, doesn’t it? But it’s not. Smile…

Listen, God will never steer us wrong or leave us without. If we accidentally let go of things (opportunities, relationships, etc.) we should have held on to, we will receive them again. Believe me, whatever is meant to stay in our lives, will stay. It’s called God’s mercy, grace, and favor. For those who know, know there’s nothing like it! Amen

Okay… I’m done rambling. Just know that in the end everything always works out because God’s got us!♥️

Here’s today’s memory.

Facebook Memory: January 13, 2022

Walking away from things that no longer serve us is often difficult and sometimes painful, yet it is so necessary for growth. I pray God gives you the strength to walk away from things that no longer serve you so that you are able to move forward freely.

It’s not easy but necessary. And don’t worry about making the wrong decision. God won’t let us fail. What’s meant to be will be.

Sending blessings and love your way. Have a wonderful weekend!♥️

Shaun