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Hello Sunday

Shaun Bradford

Hello! Happy Sunday!

“Stay open for change. Be willing to accept the new thing God is doing.” Joel Osteen

That quote was the first post in my Facebook memories under August 4th.

God is doing a new thing. At times it may feel uncomfortable, but it’s necessary. When I woke up, the first thought I had was how did I end up here? Followed by, why me? Of all the people God could have chosen, He chose me to experience everything I have experienced. Why?

Have you ever asked yourself the same questions or similar? Why didn’t he choose someone else?

Then, I opened my memories and that’s the first message—be open for change and willing to accept the new thing God is doing.

Now, my question is, “God, what are you about to do now?”

Well, here’s what I am going to do. I am going to do what I have been doing for a while now and trust God. Trust Him wholeheartedly. Here’s a screenshot of the second post from last year. Smiling because it’s the answer to my questions, all of my questions—all of our questions. It’s not about our will but God’s.

“Draw Me Close To You/Thy Will Be Done” by Marvin L. Winans was the song I was singing.

I want to end with this, whatever it is you’re going through, give it to God, including your heart. I don’t know about you, but it’s easier for me to let go of things my heart isn’t attached to. But it’s something that’s so necessary for us to grow and move forward. We trust God with everything else, why not trust Him with our hearts? Haven’t we figured it out yet that God is Thee Heart Mender. Allow Him to do what only He can do. Then… Stay open and be willing to receive and accept the new thing He is doing. Talking to myself, too. Smile.

Well, that’s all I have right now. I woke up a little after 2:30 AM and decided to write. So, I’m going to go ahead and share, then roll over and go back to sleep. I pray you have an exceptionally blessed day.♥️

Love you always,

Shaun

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Obedience Saves

Shaun Bradford

I am so much stronger and better equipped because I listened and obeyed. –Shaun

Shared last year, July 31, 2023

Hey y’all! So, I had written several paragraphs—several long paragraphs—and when I finished, I heard not to share any of it. And I obeyed.

Obedience.

Growth.

I’m listening God.

Praying you have another beautiful day.♥️

Love you always,

Shaun

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Obedience and Peace

Shaun Bradford

Hello! Praying you had a wonderful weekend. Today’s message is, “Obedience leads to peace.”

Lately, I have noticed how much more peaceful life has become since I decided to obey God the first time. Not the third or fourth time, or after I have asked for several confirmations, but the first time.

If peace is what you seek, be obedient. Love you.♥️ ~Shaun

God knows what He is doing and where He’s taking you. Trust Him, the first time.
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Hello Sunday

Shaun Bradford
Blessed.

Hello! I’m hoping you’re doing well. I realize I haven’t greeted you in ages, which is pretty rude of me. It’s like me walking into a room and not speaking, or waking up and not saying “Good Morning.” Please forgive me for not acknowledging you before sharing my thoughts. I promise to do better and not only let you know you are loved at the end, but that your presence is appreciated at the beginning.

So, while looking for inspiration for this post, I found this prayer in one of my “Wednesday Writings” (July 21, 2021). It is one I haven’t said in a while or been mindful of. Here it is —

“I pray that I recognize and accept the opportunities He [God] sends my way. I pray fear does not stop me from moving forward. I pray God gives me the strength– mentally, spiritually and physically– to endure this task.”

I ended it with —

“I know God’s got me, but do I have myself?”

Hmmm…

That was a great question. Did I have myself? Well, I thought I did, and to some extent I did. However, I was still working through a lot of stuff. One of which was learning to put myself first. To stop overlooking my needs, desires, and feelings to appease others. That was in 2021. Today, I can’t say I am 100% there; however, I am pretty close (95-98%). Had to get over the guilt of feeling selfish. The interesting part is the ones who mattered the most, my two hearts, were the ones urging me to take care of myself, first. Maybe they are actually the reason for my growth. I just love them and the way they love me. I guess I said all of that to say, “Yes, I got me!”

I also found another gem in the post (besides the prayer). I was celebrating my continual days of writing. Here’s what I wrote —

“I’m on my 67th day of continuous blogging and refuse to stop until I reach 100 days.”

100 days…

100 days was my goal…

Y’all, I’m in tears! Today makes 1170 days of continuous blogging. And to think I was only trying to make it to 100. Back then I was struggling to post once a day. Now, I’m posting at least twice a day, and not only on this platform but others. Yep… I’m crying. I had no idea of what I was capable of. It may not seem significant to you but it’s huge to me. These are my 1170 blue hearts.💙

I’m going to go ahead and end here because I’m crying (tears of praise and gratitude) too much to keep writing. Praying you have a wonderful Sunday. ♥️

Love you always,

Shaun

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Smile, God’s Got You

Shaun Bradford

Simple, yet so true and comforting. God’s got you. I don’t know about you, but for me, Him having me in His hands is enough. More than enough.♥️

Decided to check my FB memory on one of my other pages. This made me smile and I hope it makes you smile too.🥰

Feeling…

Humbled

Blessed

and

Loved

Shaun

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You Are A Winner

Shaun Bradford

For the past few years, I have share the same message, “You. Will. Win.” Well, today I am going to switch it up a bit. Instead of waiting for the win, how about declaring you have already won. You are here, breathing, and blessed; and you have the opportunity to make today better than yesterday. Which, in my eyes, makes you a winner. So, celebrate!♥️ ~ Shaun

Woohoo!!🎉
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Opportunities

Shaun Bradford

On July 23, 2019, I wrote the following (shared the entire post in the screenshot below), “I’m learning that opportunities do come around more than once, just repackaged.” Well, this is absolutely true. As with issues we don’t properly handle—you know the ones that keep resurfacing in different ways—opportunities do come back around, often in a different form. Well… sometimes we actually get the same exact opportunity—not repackaged in a different way, but exactly the same.

Now, five years ago and even up until recently, I actually believed once a door (opportunity) was closed, it was closed. Boy was I wrong! What I am learning is God closes some doors until we are better equipped to handle what’s on the other side. Not only am I watching this unfold in my own life, but I am watching it happen with Vice President Kamala Harris. Y’all, it’s the same exact door (opportunity).

With this being said, know that closed doors (opportunities) do reopen. Yes, they actually do! So, don’t give up. Keep doing what you are doing and when the time is right it will reopen, and you won’t even have to knock on it. The door will just open. Don’t you just love how God works. Smiling

That’s all for now. Wishing you a magnificent day!♥️

Love you always,

Shaun

Facebook Memory: July 23, 2019

The hashtags are their own messages!

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Growth

Shaun Bradford

Facebook Memory: July 22, 2023

Lessons are necessary for growth, and life is filled with lessons. Be sure to build on what you have learned, whether from wins or losses. It’s growing season.♥️

I am actually enjoying this stage of my growing season. So many lessons and blessings. Learning and growing.☺️
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The Adventure Ahead

Shaun Bradford

This particular Facebook memory basically sums up what I began feeling a few days ago—I am on the brink of another adventure. These past several years have been somewhat calm but confusing at times. Well, the confusion is slowly starting to fade and everything is beginning to make sense. I’m not going to lie, I am both excited and anxious. Not sure what lies ahead; however, as I said four years ago, I have God on my side. Everything will be fine.

Facebook Memory: July 22, 2020

I used to tell people how much I LOVED adventures. Then I went on a ride that was way too adventurous for me. Whew!! But God!

This post reminded me that life IS an adventure, and some are way more challenging than others. However, by keeping our focus on GOD, we’re guaranteed to make it through. I’m a witness! I made it!!🙌🏽

Sooo… am I ready for my next adventure? How can I not be? God is on my side.

I’m ready!

That’s all for now. Praying you have a wonderful week. Love you!♥️

Shaun

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Good Night (16)

Shaun Bradford
I am truly blessed.

Winding down early tonight. I have had a long day. Long, but wonderful day.

Thanking God for tailor-made blessings. Blessings that only I can receive.

Beyond Blessed.

Beyond Grateful.

Praying you have a peaceful night. Love you.♥️

Shaun