How I Wore it: Be Bold

Flannel Shirt – Anthropologie // Cobalt Denim – AG via Nordstrom Rack // Wedges: Charles David Shoes

I’ve always considered myself a strong personality.

In certain areas in my life I’m very black or white.

And right or wrong there are times when I’m feeling a certain way that my strong opinion will just slip out of my mouth.

Some might call it Bold…. other’s might wish I’d learn to politely keep my opinion to myself.

I wouldn’t consider myself rude, by any means when I share my opinion.

This would be the point where if you know me, you’ll vouch for me… hehe

But then there’s an area in my life that I’m not always so bold to talk about.

Not because I don’t feel strongly about it, but because I’m always afraid that I will offend the person I’m talking to.

I’m worry about what they are going to think if I say the words, “God” or “I’ll be praying for you.”

I think it’s because so often as believers we are quick to say I’ll pray for you, but slow to actually commit to praying.

There will be times when I feel the Spirit moving me to say something specific to someone… something he needs them to hear, but I don’t because, what if they are not a believer too? What if they thing I’m crazy?

Gods really been working on my heart a lot lately. Dedicating this blog back to God in 2012 means that I need to walk my talk. I need to be a woman of my word.

So…. I’m stepping out and I’m going to be BOLD.

If I feel like God wants you to hear something from him, I’m going to tell you.

If you need prayer, be prepared, I might pray for you on the spot. You may get it by text message, Voxer, email or phone call.

I’m not going to be afraid of what you’re going to say, or how your going to feel (although I hope encouraged).

because at the end of the day, the only person I answer to is God.

And If I’m not living in his will for my life…. well them I’m not being who He created me to be.

{thanks to this lovely lady for taking my pics today}

Do you ever feel this way? Are there are areas in your life you hold back and don’t want others to see?

Be encouraged! You are truly not the only one who struggles with this, but will you be BOLD with me?

I’m linking up with The Pleated Poppy and Momma Go Round this week.

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Elisha(: says

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cutaayy!! 😉

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amy cornwell says

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Amen! Good for you! You’re right, the only person you have to answer to is God. I love your heart!

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- Rags to Stiches says
  
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  Thank you friend! Love your heart too! Blessed to have you in my life.
  
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Kelly@ Managing Marbles says

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Great post, Alissa! I am working on being BOLD right now….it’s hard! 🙂

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- Rags to Stiches says
  
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  It’s so hard! Time to step it up! Miss you friend!
  
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Orangies Attic says

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Lovely post… and a cute outfit as well!

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Nat says

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sweet sweetness Great post! Seriously love this outfit, I’m not biased or anything.

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- Rags to Stiches says
  
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  Well I owe it to my awesome photographer for making me look so good. haha Love ya girl!
  
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Penelope Lane says

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Love your outfit and love this post!

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- Rags to Stiches says
  
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  Thank you! 🙂
  
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Aisha says

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Great post! This is something I struggle with daily. God is working on my heart as well. It’s very humbling to let go and let him change you. The blessings are endless. : )

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- Rags to Stiches says
  
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  Yes I couldn’t agree more. So hard to let go of ourselves and allow God to bless others through us.
  
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Wani says

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Great post! I totally know how you feel. Thanks for sharing!

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Andrea Howe says

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Love your look, and your heart and passion for living the life God wants for you! XOXO

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- Rags to Stiches says
  
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  Thank you! Thanks for encouraging me to get the cobalt jeans, I love them! Love your heart to and so thankful for you!
  
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Simply Authentic says

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I just want to say “ditto.” I completely know what you’re saying and feel free to tell it how it is 🙂

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  Thanks friend!
  
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Andrea says

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I just stumbled upon your cute blog and thought I’d drop in and say hi 🙂
I think your apprehension is totally normal…there are so many times I feel like I hold things back from other people, either because I fear they’ll judge me or because I fear I’ll step on their toes. There’s a time for sensitivity…but I agree, there’s a time to be BOLD too! 🙂

Have a happy Tuesday (almost Wednesday)!

Andrea

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Nicole says

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LOVE this post and LOVE this outfit!.

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Natalie @ NS Pottery says

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I agree 100%! I’m gonna be bold with you!

Love your outfit, by the way 🙂

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Laura says

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Oh I absolutely love the blue pants with plaid! And those wedges are so cute! You are adorable!

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Kassi @ Truly Lovely says

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Ok, so I want colored pants SO bad! 🙂 You look lovely in them!!! And I hear you… Let me be honest for a sec… I am absolutely a believer. I pray (almost) every night… But putting that out there for others to see is hard for me because I feel like a fraud. Since I don’t feel as ‘religious’ as some, I tend to feel like I have no place sharing with others who are surely more so than me…. But you’re right…. IN order to be the best us, we have to share the true us.

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momstheword says

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Love your outfit, adorable and loved your post! We could all do with a little boldness, I think, and I am so grateful for a God who will provide it. Because I’m not very “bold” either! When I tell someone on facebook that I’ll pray, I have to pray right at that moment because I’m afraid I’ll get busy and forget.

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Jen says

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Love your goal to devote your blog to the Lord and use your voice for him! Be bold and speak truth, grace, and love to others even when it feels awkward! XOXO!

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Laurel Ann says

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This totally makes sense. I completely understand what you’re saying and where you’re coming from. I often have to stop and wonder if what I say will offend someone, specifically because I live in a mixed-religion family. About one half of my husband’s family identifies as Muslim, some Christian, and a few hardcore atheists. In my own family, the majority is Christian but with a denominational divide. I have often stopped myself from saying something, even when I feel in my heart that it needs to be said. I always regret it later.

I think it says a lot about your character that you’re not only going to step up and be more bold but that you’ve opened yourself up to accountability by sharing this step in your faith and journey with your readers. Seriously, how awesome is that?

I’m praying for you (as I type) for encouragement and strength.

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Janae says

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LOVE the blue pants and the FAB attitude!!! So can I ask for a lil bit of prayer?!?! ?God knows what I need…just the power of prayer would be awesome!!

Thanks!

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Heather G. says

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Great post, friend!!

And you look a-freakin-dorable, by the way! 🙂

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tricia says

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Amen, sister friend! I LOVE this post and found it through Erika over at Rouge and Whimsy. 🙂

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Heather says

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Amen! I think you and I would be IRL BFF”S 🙂 Love ya!! you look amazing!

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Chantel says

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Oh I love this! God bless you on your journey!!!

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