An Anchor For The Soul

[Our God] is the Rock, his works are perfect, and all his ways are just. A faithful God who does no wrong, upright and just is he.

Deuteronomy 32:4

I was on a boat on the Mediterranean Sea when a sudden and rather strong storm arose. The boat was rocking like crazy, but the captain was completely calm. As an experienced sailor who knew storms like this one, he had dropped the anchor. He knew that as long as that anchor kept a firm hold, his vessel—and passengers—would be fine. The captain’s confidence in the anchor brought me great comfort.

Of course, this talk about the anchor made me think about our hope in God that is “an anchor for the soul, firm and secure” (Hebrews 6:19). Anchored in the knowledge of God, His promises, His faithfulness, His guidance, and His unfailing love, our souls are secure for now and eternity.

As you journey through this life, waves will get big and winds will blow strong. If your hope is in your possessions, your position, or other people’s opinions, you might start taking on water and perhaps even find yourself shipwrecked. But when you are anchored in the Lord, you will weather the storms of life no matter how fierce they get. He will guide you, uphold you, and keep you anchored to Himself.

I praise You, Lord, for You are my Rock, my Fortress, my Stronghold, and, yes, my Anchor! Thank You for keeping me secure in the storms of life.