I've Never Shared This...
I didn't ask for Dear Bold Believer. I was perfectly content running Chellbee (and Chellbee Christian Stationery). To be honest, I never even asked God for Chellbee Christian Stationery; my hands were full being a wife, mom, and working full-time, so running a small business was truly not on my list of desires. However, the profound fear that gripped me when I discovered I was having my baby boy inspired me to create Bible verse cards. My hope was to cling to daily reminders of who God says I am, and to share that anchor with anyone I could.
A Life of Its Own
Before I knew it, the business simply took on a life of its own. Orders began flowing in, inspiration for new products arrived continuously, and women were sharing powerful reviews about how the cards were helping them. Soon, I found myself praying, "God, I need more of this! I need to do more to help your daughters in their faith walk."
The Vision for Dear Bold Believer
Then, one day on a long drive home, He gave me the vision for Dear Bold Believer, and dearest friend, when I tell you I was shook, I truly mean it. I can vividly recall a moment where I said to God, "This is too much, and I’m not ready for this."
But deep down, I knew it was God, and every single day since, He has been gently pushing me to live out that name in my own life. It hasn't come easy, but I’ve slowly, deliberately walked in it, holding His hand ever so tightly.
Hard Truths and Divine Correction
Recently, He reminded me that while I am sharing online, it cannot stop there. He has given me words of correction to share with those closest to me, and though they don’t know it, delivering those words was the hardest thing I’ve ever done.
But our Father is so incredibly faithful and merciful. He showed me how much I desperately desire approval and acceptance—a desire that is in direct opposition to who He has called me to be. We simply cannot sit at the table with both God and Satan.
This Is the Year
So this is the year that I will:
- Do what He says do.
- Say what He says say.
- Be where He says be.
Even if no one else understands.
It is only because of this ministry He birthed, Dear Bold Believer, that I find myself in this profound place. I am so genuinely grateful to celebrate two years and pray that in this time, you too have seen yourself grow in boldness. I eagerly look forward to the years and testimonies yet to come.
The Kingdom of God is indeed at hand.
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