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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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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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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

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My Journey With God, No. 7

Shaun Bradford

Message received…

I appreciate God showing me, me. There are certain things isolation has shown me about myself that I would have never realized before COVID-19.

Yes, I am still somewhat isolated. Most of my work and social interactions are virtual.

Then, there are things that I have only learned by being in the presence of others, particularly those outside my circle.

I needed today.

I hear you, God.

I’m listening, God.

I’m following through, God.

Thank You for showing me, me.♥️

Shaun

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When God’s Got You

Shaun Bradford

Short story…

Earlier, I was somewhat in panic mode because things weren’t happening as I envisioned. They actually started to fall apart last night, so this morning the pressure felt even worse. That’s when I heard, “Breathe. You’ve got this, and God’s got you.” Hence, the reason for my previous post. I knew if I needed a little encouragement today, someone else probably did too. Well, after posting the message on all my platforms, things began to fall in place!!! No lie..cap or whatever you want to call it! Yes, I’m emotional right now. Y’all…

When I tell you God is soooooo good! So good! I am truly blessed. Will share the rest of my testimony later. Today is We Are Thriving’s (my nonprofit) formal debut. It’s live and active!

Beyond Blessed♥️

This is only the beginning. I took the first step—left perfectionism behind—and I’m trusting God to do the rest. 🙏🏽

Here’s a motivational message I listened to this morning. When I tell you God’s word is always on time. It was exactly what I needed, and I didn’t even have to search for it, it just happened to pop up on YouTube.☺️

“Winning Against Yourself”, words by Maya Angelou (not sure of the authenticity (with AI and all), but it’s very motivating.

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The Truest Test

Shaun Bradford

Good Morning!☀️

As I suggested four years ago, one of the truest test of our faith is our ability to stay focused on God (His guidance is best) when our current situation doesn’t match our dreams or vision. My advice is keep your blinders on at all times… ALL times. Blinders will keep you from becoming distracted by what’s happening around you, as well as prevent unnecessary delays. Listen, I don’t know about you but I’m tired of the delays, especially when they are very much preventable.

From here on, eyes forward and blinders on. God has so many wonderful things planned for you, but you must stay focused.♥️

Love you,

Shaun

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Miracles Still Happen

Shaun Bradford

Good Morning!☀️

Miracles still happen, today. However, you must believe they do.

The song I’m hearing as I write is “I Believe God.” The song says–

“I believe God. I believe God. Ask what you will and it shall be done. Trust and obey. For there’s no other way. I believe.. I believe God.”

Do you believe?

Originally shared on October 31, 2022.

Guess what?!

It’s done!♥️

Love you,

Shaun

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Trust Yourself To Make It Happen

Shaun Bradford

I often share screenshots of previous posts instead of copying and pasting the captions so you can get the full effect of what was written. Sometimes, the hashtags I used are more meaningful than the text itself. Here’s what I shared two years ago (October 30, 2022).

Side note: Please feel free to let me know if you are not able to view any of my photos or links. I’ll never know unless I’m told.☺️

Trust yourself to make your dreams come true. I truly believe if God gave you the dream, then He gave you the ability to make it happen. First, you must stop trying to figure out how it will happen and start moving with what you have. Move, and God will guide you through the rest.♥️

Love you,

Shaun

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Obedience Matters

Shaun Bradford

Good Morning!☀️

Yesterday, I wrote, “God has spoken. He has already advised you on what needs to be done, next. Now it’s up to you to respond accordingly.”

Well, a portion of that message was taken from a caption I had shared the year before (October 29, 2023). Let’s just say I created a better graphic and repurposed the caption. Smile. Although I made it a bit cuter, the message was still the same, and it was actually for me. Yep! That message was for me.

You see, a few weeks ago, I received very specific instructions from God about something I needed to do. I followed through, but only to a certain extent. What I failed to do was follow through with confidence. So, afterwards, I was easily persuaded to modify what I was told to fit someone else’s plan. Well, almost daily, I kept hearing I needed to be obedient and do what I was told.

Fast forward to yesterday—after coming across my Facebook memory about already hearing what God had said and needing to respond accordingly, I did just that. I did what I was originally advised to do, and when I did, the person responded that God had already given them that same message. Hmmm…

Listen, be obedient. You don’t have to know why you’re being asked to do something, just do it. Just be obedient.♥️

Love you,

Shaun