Tag: Shaun’s Daily Inspiration

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Hmmm…

Shaun Bradford

Good Morning!

Here’s what I shared five years ago—

Smile. God’s got us. We’re covered.🥰

Yes, comfort prevents change. Also, you cannot change what you can’t see. And the only way to see what’s hidden is to shake up a few things. Y’all, soooo much has been shaken and uncovered over the past several months, and there’s no going back.

There were two distinct sides in this election—one that was just, fair, inclusive, willing to work together for everyone, and just decent (that, my friend, is Christ like), and then there was the other. As I write, the election hasn’t been called, but it’s evident that the other may have won. But even if by some miracle justice, joy, and inclusivity wins, life as we knew it has forever been changed. As I mentioned, so much was uncovered, nothing was hidden. Everything was revealed and spelled out. My advice is to buckle up, stay covered, remain prayerful, prepare to work, and always keep God first. A change is coming/happening—eventually a beautiful change (I can feel it)—but not without a little discomfort/disruption, first.

In the words of Tye Tribbett or Kendrick Lamar (you choose☺️), “We gon’ be alright.”

But will everyone? Especially when they no longer have the freedoms to choose… their lives or their family’s.

Anyhoo… I digress.

I pray you have a fabulous day! Stay present, stay at peace, and enjoy the moments of now. You’re alive. You’re well. You’re blessed.♥️

Love you,

Shaun

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My Journey With God, No. 9

Shaun Bradford

Here’s what I wrote two years ago—

“Today, I encourage you to stay focused on the bigger picture. The goal. The dream. The mission. The purpose.”

Shared on November 5, 2022 with the hashtag “Stay Focused.”

Over the years, I’ve noticed that some of my goals have slightly changed; however, my overall vision, purpose and dreams have remained the same. If you haven’t already guessed, my “bigger picture” is to spread love, hope, and peace to every corner of the earth.

It can be done.

Okay, maybe I’m a little delusional. Smile. However, it’s my lifelong mission to make it happen.♥️

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This One Is For The Dream

Shaun Bradford

I just VOTED!!!

Today, I didn’t just vote for myself, but I voted for my momma, my grandma, my great grandma, my great-great grands—mothers, aunts, cousins, godmothers… Yes, today, I voted for them.

But that’s not what has me all emotional and excited right now. Nah… that’s not it!

Listen, I just voted for five year old Shaun!!! Screaming

Yessss, I just voted for her. I just voted for that little girl who followed former President Jimmy Carter’s every word and action about peace. Yes, I just voted for her! I just voted for EVERYTHING I once dreamed possible. Listen, we will sing my song one day!! I voted for the possibility of a more peaceful, kinder world. A world where people aren’t tolerated but celebrated for their differences. I voted for equality, togetherness, compassion, justice, and humanity. Y’all, I truly believe I will see all of this in my lifetime. Even if it’s only for a moment.

No one believed we would see this day, yet here we are. So, any and everything is possible!

Y’all have a wonderful day! And even if the results aren’t in my favor, I STILL believe!!!♥️

Shaun

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Forward

Shaun Bradford

Good Morning!☀️

Forward is the only way to go.

Eyes forward.

Mind forward.

Thoughts forward.

Moving forward.

Yes, forward is the only way to go.

God’s got us.

Praying you have a beautifully, blessed day.♥️

Love you,

Shaun

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My Journey With God, No. 8

Shaun Bradford

Whatever you bury will resurface at the oddest times.

That’s my personal message for today.

Y’all, God’s timing is quite interesting. When you open yourself up to be worked on, God will confront you with issues you thought you had defeated, only to discover they were buried.

All I can say is what I seem to be saying a lot of lately—

I hear You, God.

I’m listening, God.

And I will follow through.

Today, I’m singing my own song—

“A wonderful change is happening to me.”

And I’m here for it.

God is good!🙏🏽

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We Are The World

Shaun Bradford

Today, the world lost a genius—a musical mastermind—Mr. Quincy Jones. I honestly can’t recall a time in my childhood and young adulthood when his influence wasn’t felt. However, there is one specific moment in time—aside from when I was a Michael Jackson stan☺️—when I truly became a fan. It was when he brought together some of my favorite artists from the 1980s to produce the song “We Are The World.” I remember being in awe of so many icons from different music genres coming together to sing a song that could possibly change the world. Yes, I expected a lot. Smile. For me, it meant my wish of the world finally singing in perfect harmony was closer. I was hopeful.

Then, there was “The Secret Garden.” Whew!!! If you know, you know! What a song!

Lastly, and probably his work that had the most impact on my life, was the album, “Q’s Jook Joint”. It was released during one of the most challenging years of my life. I was a single mom with an almost one year old and had no clue how I’d make it as a mom or if I would ever be loved. This album (CD) gave me hope. I remember having it on repeat for months. Wow, the memories!

Today, I honor Mr. Jones. May he rest in peace and power.🙏🏽♥️

Shaun

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You’ve Changed

Shaun Bradford

Good Morning!☀️

In case you haven’t noticed, you’ve changed…for the better.

Your walk is different.

Your talk is different.

Your confidence is showing.

And you are glowing.

Yes, you’ve changed.

Yes, I’ve changed, and I’m so loving the new me.🥰

The song I’m hearing right now is Donald Lawrence’s, “The Gift.” The song says—

“The gift, it looks good on you. The gift, it looks good. God has graced you and you wear it well.”

Wear your gift!♥️

That’s all for now. Wishing you a wonderful day and blessed week!

Love you,

Shaun

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Friendly Reminder

Shaun Bradford

You are exactly where you are supposed to be at this moment in time… EXACTLY where you’re supposed to be. Stay present, patient, and grateful. Everything will happen at the right time.♥️

Love you,

Shaun

Here’s what I shared several years ago—

It’s always best to trust God’s timing and His plan.

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It’s Only Temporary

Shaun Bradford
It’s only temporary. This too shall pass.

If you are experiencing difficulties and challenges right now, remember they are only temporary. Where you are today is not where you are meant to stay. Keep your head up. Things will get better.

The song I’m currently hearing is “Optimistic” by Sounds Of Blackness (Lyrics: LyricFind). The song says—

When in the midst of sorrow
You can’ t see up when looking down
A brighter day tomorrow will bring, oh

You hear the voice of reason
Telling you this can’t never be done
No matter how hard reality seems
Just hold on to your dreams, yeah

Don’t give up and don’t give in
Although it seems you never win
You will always pass the test
As long as you keep your head to the sky
You can win as long as you keep your head to the sky
You can win as long as you keep your head to the sky
Face toward the sky
Be optimistic

Listen, you will always win because God’s got you!♥️

Love you,

Shaun

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Hello Sunday

Shaun Bradford
Song of the hour is The Winans, “Breaking Of Day.”

Good Morning!☀️

We may not always understand what God is doing or why He has us go through certain things. However, I have learned that, at times, He gives us glimpses of possible answers. Yesterday, I received one of those glimpses. It was a glimpse of a promise, of a dream God had given me ages ago. All He ever asked of me was to trust Him completely, be obedient, and follow His lead; and I did—not always perfectly, but did (and I’m still doing).

Yes, yesterday, I received a much-needed glimpse at what God is doing and where He’s taking me. Of course, I’m not privy to the entire picture (I’ve learned to accept this), but what I see is enough to let me know I am heading in the right direction and that my dream is still intact.

Today, I am thankful for connections I made decades ago that have somehow come full circle (one of the speakers from yesterday’s event was someone I met during undergrad over 20 years ago). Thankful for recent connections (made within the past few months) that have encouraged and inspired me to push beyond my limits. Everything that has happened has been done in a way only God knew I would undoubtedly receive—from the people He placed in my path to the opportunities I have been given. I am forever amazed at how well He knows me! I know…He’s God. Smile

Y’all, I can’t stress it enough how I really did need for yesterday to happen, and to happen the way that it did. Even what I considered hiccups, needed to happen.

I just love the way God loves me.🥰

Thank you so much for reading and following my journey to becoming the person God’s created me to be. I pray you have a wonderful Sunday and extraordinary week!♥️

Love you always,

Shaun