{Review} Sadie Robertson’s Book: LIVE FEARLESS

by Sally Matheny

What are you afraid of? On some level, most people fear something. Yet, we all want to live fearless. Dive into this review of Sadie Robertson’s book, LIVE FEARLESS, and see if you find it encouraging.

Forty Million Fears

Perhaps you know someone who has an unusual amount of apprehension. So much so it regularly affects their lives.

I know a woman who is terrified every time the sky darkens with a pending storm.

One friend must have every detail prepared for Plans B, C, D, and E before even attempting Plan A.

Another friend fears the worst whenever a family member isn’t feeling well.  

According to the Anxiety and Depression Association of America, “more than forty million people in the U.S., ages eighteen and older, suffer from anxiety issues.”

Live Fearless

You may recall a bubbly, Sadie Robertson, daughter of Willie and Corie Robertson, serving as a national spokesperson for Bring Your Bible to School Day and appearing on numerous television shows. But Sadie suffered from severe anxiety.

She shares her journey from fear to faith in LIVE FEARLESS: A Call to Power, Passion, and Purpose, published by Thomas Nelson.

The book, while written for the young adult audience, packs enough ammo that even an even older audience can use it in their arsenal against fear.

The hardcover, 200-page book includes special features in each chapter to challenge readers to apply the things Sadie has learned to their own lives.

She includes helpful suggestions for those who may be new to praying.

Work the Word

One of my favorite features is the “Work the Word” sections because, as Sadie says,

“God’s Word is always able to change our lives, shift our perspectives, and empower us to live in freedom and victory,” but “it won’t happen just because we have a Bible on a shelf or even go to church and open the Bible to read along with the preacher.”

We have to “work the Word” by reading it, studying it, and choosing to believe it’s true in addition to talking to God about it and asking Him to use it to transform our lives.

True Gems

I also like the quotes highlighted throughout the book because they are true gems.

Here are a few.

“The key ingredient to overcoming fear is not just speaking to it; it’s speaking to it in Jesus’ name.”

“When we’re afraid, we have a tendency to pray and ask God for peace before we’ll step out and do what frightens us. But most of the time, we simply need to move forward.”

“The enemy is afraid of your becoming everything God wants you to be.”

In addition to asking questions for readers to reflect upon, Sadie includes hands-on practical advice such as how to find a godly mentor, how to talk with unbelievers, and more. 

Time after time, Sadie nails it by presenting the truth of God’s Word. And I’m not talking about one verse inserted at the beginning of a chapter. The book is saturated with scripture, and Sadie dives right in, talking about it and applying it to life.

The book is interesting as she shares her experiences and fears from her childhood, teen years, and young adult days–including those on Dancing with the Stars.

It’s Not About Sadie

But the book doesn’t focus on what Sadie Robertson has done. She continually directs readers to her Redeemer and points out what He has done.

I really like this book. It is a positive resource pointing to the truth and the power to live fearless.

What about you?

Tell us an area of your life you want to live more courageously. Or share a helpful scripture or word of encouragement for those who may be struggling with fear.

I received a free copy of this book from the publisher in exchange for my honest review.

Motivated by the power of story, history, and His Story, Sally Matheny’s passion is telling the next generation wondrous things.

Her nonfiction writing appears in national and worldwide publications, including Appleseeds, Clubhouse Jr., Homeschooling Today, and The Old Schoolhouse.

She and her husband live in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains and are blessed with three children, two sons-in-law, and armfuls of grandbabies. Connect with Sally on several social media sites, but her favorite hangouts are at SallyMatheny.com and Pinterest.