Duck Dynasty Star Sadie Robertson Reveals the Inspirational Story behind Her New Tattoo: "It Was Daddy Approved"

Leah Marieann Klett : Dec 9, 2015
Gospel Herald

"I decided, 'That's enough. I am a fearless child of God. I will not fear, because I serve the God who has conquered all fear.'"

Taking to her Instagram page last week, the 18-year-old author and model admitted that she understands that "tattoos are not for everyone," but explained that her decision to get a tattoo stemmed from a pivotal moment in her life. (Photo via Gospel Herald)

"For every summer camp I went to throughout my life I wrote down the word 'anxiety' for my biggest struggle," Robertson wrote. "Fear began to consume me. This year, I made a turn around when I went to my Lord and Savior who has conquered all fears."

While attending a Christian conference this year, Robertson said she was able to conquer fear in her life and gained courage and a "new confidence". The experience fundamentally changed her, as she felt the anxiety that had previously overwhelmed her completely melt away.

"I had people come up to me and tell me these words: 'Sadie you are fearless,' which was something so new to hear, considering I am the one who has always struggled with FEAR!" she said. "I decided, 'That's enough. I am a fearless child of God. I will not fear, because I serve the God who has conquered all fear.'"

The "Live Original" author explained that every time she looks at her tattoo, she is reminded to place her faith in Jesus Christ.

"I'm proud to permanently have a reminder that I have nothing to fear," she wrote. "I am fearless in the name of Jesus." (Photo via Instagram)

The teen also clarified that she received input from her father, Willie Robertson, before permanently inking herself: "This was daddy approved," she wrote.

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