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My Journey With God, No. 56

Shaun Bradford

You know how one thing leads to or is connected with another? Well, I was looking at photos from January 29, 2023—pictures of my mom—and saw the screenshot below. This led me to check and see what I had posted on that date. Honestly, I wasn’t ready for what I had written.

Probably took the screenshot because 6-24 is my birthday. Seeing that number always makes me smile.

“Hello Sunday”– January 29, 2023

I keep asking myself why I have to be so strong. Why me? I’m tired of being strong alone. JOURNAL ENTRY, JANUARY 29, 2015

In the same entry, I added a quote from Joel Osteen –

“Negative, defeated thoughts will drain your energy. You wouldn’t be facing it if you couldn’t handle it. You’re anointed for this — God would not have allowed it if you weren’t ready for it and equal to it.”

That “I’m tired of being strong alone,” seems to be the story of my life. However, just like Joel said, I wouldn’t be facing it if I couldn’t handle it. Honestly, I’m beginning to believe that being strong alone is my super power. Hmmm…

Anyhoo… I’m going to visit my mom today! This time I’m taking her dog, Nala. I know they will be happy to see each other. 

Well, that’s all I have to share today. Y’all, life is one big adventure, let’s make sure we make the best of it.♥️

“Honestly, I’m beginning to believe that being strong alone is my super power.”

I don’t like that statement. I’m not meant to be strong alone. No one is.

One thing is true, though, life is one big adventure. And I do plan to make the best of it.♥️ ~Shaun

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Great Reminder

Shaun Bradford

Here’s a reminder for you and me both. You (we) are already prepared and equipped for this specific moment.

You’ve got this!

God believes in you, and I believe in you too!♥️

Love you,

Shaun

I just love my Facebook memories!

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That First Step

Shaun Bradford

Good Morning☀️

I believe taking the first step towards doing anything new or uncomfortable is probably the most difficult step you’ll ever take. However, if you never take the step, you’ll never know where it could possibly lead you. As I said three years ago, “Sometimes you have to take it afraid, and sometimes you have to take it alone. However, in the long run, you’ll look back and realize it was worth it.”

Believe me, taking that first step is so worth taking. Don’t sit and wonder what could happen—find out!

God’s got you!

I pray you have a beautifully, blessed day.♥️

Love you,

Shaun

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My Journey With God, No. 55

Shaun Bradford

Twenty-six (almost 27) years ago, I wrote the following in my journal—

“When I blew out my candles, I made a simple wish and that was to be happy for the next 25 years, and even happier afterwards.”

Well…

Five years ago, I asked myself if I was fulfilling that wish. The answer to that question back then (in 2020), and still is to this day, is “Yes.” Overall, my life is much happier than when I was 25. In 1998, I had so much going on. I was a single mom living abroad with a little one while trying to figure out life for us both. Then, a few months later, my mom had an incident (never found out what happened) that caused her to be paralyzed (paraplegia) for the rest of her life.

Don’t get me wrong. Today, every day isn’t all smiles and laughter; however, I’m never depressed. I was really depressed back then. After making my wish on my 25th birthday, I tried my best to make myself happy. I had been to therapy before, so I knew how to cope. However, it wasn’t until God stepped in and I began allowing Him to lead that I became truly happy. Y’all, God is so good. True happiness cannot be created. It happens organically and comes from within. When I celebrate life by saying, “I made it!” this is what I mean.

I’m forever grateful for God’s love, mercy, and grace. Y’all, I‘m blessed.♥️ ~ Shaun

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It’s Your Story

Shaun Bradford

Good Morning☀️

You may not be able to control how people feel about you or everything they say. However, you can control what you do and how you would like to be remembered by others. Always remember that your life is your story. As I said in my post three years ago, it’s okay to edit and rewrite a few things as you go along. We all change over time, so don’t be afraid for your life to reflect those changes.

Again, it’s YOUR story. You’re in control. Write it your way.♥️

Love you always,

Shaun

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When We Praise

Shaun Bradford

The song of the hour is Fred Hammond and Radical for Christ’s “When You Praise.” The song says (Lyrics: LyricFind)—

When you praise, when you praise,
There should be a fire in your heart.
Hands up raised, when you praise,
Consuming every part because you know
The GOD we serve will make
His presence known, when you praise,
When you praise.

when we think of how wonderful
And merciful and kind
Our GOD has been to us.
Then we know every glory hallelujah
He deserves, when we praise

praise will bind, confuse
And break the enemy.
And cause his hands to be still.
So we raise our hands in total victory
We know we triumph in his will.

When we praise, when we praise,
There should be a fire in your heart.
Hands up raised when you praise,
Consuming every part because you know
(chorus)the GOD we serve will make his presence known.
Oh, when we praise, when we praise, when we praise.

Keep the praises and prayers going. Mountains are moving.🙏🏽♥️

Love you,

Shaun

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Good Night (38)

Shaun Bradford

Around this time last night, I was at my daughter’s place watching “Bringing Down The House” and laughing like crazy. Now, I’m back home, showered, and in bed, and it’s barely 8:30 PM. Although our visit wasn’t even a good 18 hours, I believe it was one of our best times together. Seeing her smiles and hearing her laughter was worth the short trip.

Can’t wait to celebrate her 30th tomorrow!

I hope you had a great weekend. Wishing you a peaceful night and wonderful week ahead.♥️

Love you always,

Shaun

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My Journey With God, No. 54

Shaun Bradford

Hearing God’s voice…

I originally wrote something different for my first post today than what I shared. After I had written what I wrote, I heard that still small, almost faint voice say, “Delete it.” And I obeyed. When I clicked on YouTube to watch something inspirational, this video was there—a message from the late Dr. Charles Stanely. The title says it all, “Listening To God.” Here’s the video and link:

“Listening To God” by Dr. Charles Stanley

I’m so grateful God loves me. I’m so grateful for the relationship I have with Him. I am truly blessed.🥰

Shaun

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Hello Sunday

Shaun Bradford

Good Morning☀️

All praises to God for allowing me to see another beautiful day. I am truly, truly blessed. Amen

I pray your Sunday is relaxing and filled with blessings, joy, and love.♥️

Love you,

Shaun