Which hope we have as an anchor of the soul, both sure and stedfast, and which entereth into that within the veil; Whither the forerunner is for us entered, even Jesus, made an high priest for ever after the order of Melchisedec.  Hebrews 6:19,20

As Christians, I trust we have all "anchored our faith and hopes" in Christ Jesus, so that when the storms of life abound we are safe in His hands!  The faith and hope we have and hold dear to us, is an anchor for our lives that keeps us safe and secure, especially in difficult times!

An anchor that is fixed upon a short rope allows a boat to drift only a short distance, before it tugs the vessel back to the center where it belongs.  It is the same with our anchor in Christ Jesus, we must learn to keep our thoughts, our speech and our very consciousness close to Him, so that He becomes the very anchor of our souls. 

I know very well when I am getting off course and straying from the will of God.  The Holy Spirit that lives within me gives that small tug that says I need to pull back and get back on course.  He is our God given guide that will keep us from wandering to far away from where the Lord would have us to be.

Having run to Jesus for my very life, I have grabbed hold of this anchor with both hands and will never let go again.  I now have a spiritual life-line for my soul, that reaches past all appearances into the very presence of God, where Jesus entered first on mine and your behalf.

There are times when life will overwhelm us, but if we learn to keep a short line and anchor to our Lord Jesus, He will take us through whatever we are facing!  Do not panic if you find yourself far out in a storm, just take a deep breath and pray.

God is so willing to help you!  You just have to stay close to the center of His will for your life!!  

Remember, this world is not our final home, but while we are here I wish you happy sailing, while keeping your ship on course!


SONG BELOW: I've Anchored in Jesus

If we say that we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not in us.  1 John 1:8

If I were to say that I was free from sin, I would not only be lying, I would also be a fool. On the other hand, if I admit my sin and change my course, God will forgive me and he will refashion my heart.  

God's justice is about a desire for us to be whole. He sent his only Son, Jesus Christ to atone for our sins and purge us of any and all wrongdoing.  

Knowing God will forgive is not a reason to continue in our sin. Romans 6:1  We are to leave the country where sin is self-governing and if we leave, is it possible to dwell in our old home there?  No!  

When our baptism took us under the water, we left the old country of sin behind.  When we came up and out of the water, we entered a whole new country of mercy and grace.  We started a new life in a new land!!

However, we are finding that even Christians have no stomach for solid and accurate Biblical teaching, simply because they are filling up on spiritual junk food and cunning opinions that "tickle their fancy." We have become a people that have turned our backs on the truth and are now chasing mirages. 

Sadly, as we drift further away from God's Word, we become weak and spiritually blinded.  Sooner than later we find ourselves on a pathway of evil and destruction, having lost our cherished relationship with the Lord.

The very evidence is seen in the recent Supreme Court ruling for same-sex marriage.  Our country which was founded on Godly principles has turned its back on the truth and is now chasing mirages.

There may be a lot of talk about God's love these days, but His love does not negate His justice.  If we repent, God will forgive our sins and He will also transform our lives... if we let Him.  

Do you remember that time Elijah was agonizing over this same Israel and cried out in prayer? God, they murdered your prophets, they trashed your altars; I’m the only one left and now they’re after me!

And, do you remember God’s answer? "I still have seven thousand who haven’t quit, Seven thousand who are loyal to the finish."

Well, the same is true today!  There is a fiercely loyal few, maybe more than we realize and they are holding on.  They are convinced of God's grace and His purpose in choosing them.  They are passionately seeking the Lord in fasting and prayer.  

So I ask you, what does your heart say?  Do you long to draw closer to the Lord, for what might be the last hope for our nation??  Will you keep your eyes and ears open on what you are doing?  Will you keep the Gospel of Jesus Christ and the Message of Hope alive?? Will you do a thorough job as God's servant?