Hope as an Anchor
We were up early to head off to Mason’s baseball game. His team won both of their games, scoring 20 runs in each game. This should place them as the top seed to tomorrow’s tournament.
Outside of that, it was rest for me. I am taking care of the grand kids as Nathan and Stephanie attend a wedding.
BIBLE VERSE FOR TODAY… “We have this hope as an anchor for the soul, firm and secure….” (Hebrews 6:19)
When times of difficulty come, it is hope that is the crucial ingredient needed to survive. When hope is gone, life comes to a halt. That is why Hebrews offers a significant metaphor for hope. An anchor for the soul…firm and secure. The context relates to God’s unchanging promise to His people. What God has promised, you can count on.
An anchor keeps a boat from being driven by the current and just running aimlessly. That is what hope does for our lives. It brings stability so we are not cast to and fro with the storms of life.
Hope gives courage in the midst of the trial. “Be strong and courageous, all you that hope in The Lord.” (Psalm 31:24)
Hope dispels fear and despondency. “Trust in the Lord, do not despair…” (Psalm 27:14)
Hope gives assurance of the Lord’s protection and help. “We put our hope in the Lord; He is our protector and our help….May your constant love be with, Lord, as we put our hope in you..” (Psalm 33:20,22)
Hope gives confidence. There are those who have placed their hope in the wrong things. It may be themselves, others, the stock market…only to be disappointed and shamed of their decision.
But the Lord Himself, gives the reassurance that is needed. “…you will know that I am The Lord; the one who hopes in Me won’t be ashamed.” (Isa. 49:23)
When the trials of life come….when “life” happens, we can be strong in the hope that we have in The Lord. His promises are sure and His love and presence is steadfast.