The Anchor of Hope

Hope is essential.

Without it we are just existing. Yet hope is hard at times. There are many of us in this world walking around like the walking dead. We have no life in us.

Hope must be grounded in reality.

If it is not then we just have flimsy optimism which though may do us well will not create life.

Hope must be grounded in truth.

To have hope in a lie is like building a house on shifting sand. It may be okay for a little bit but sooner or later it will all crash down.

Anchors keep boats from moving.

This is something I always knew to be true. You throw overboard an anchor and the waves and current no longer can get you to move. The anchor was to rest on the seabed and keep you steady.

Anchors also move boats.

This is something I learned in Traverse City when I was pastor there. The technical term is “kedging”. This is key for our understanding this morning.

Our “anchor” gives security and hope.

This is the big idea of my message.

Our hope in Jesus serves to move us along the tough points of life.

We must have a guide.

Understanding Jesus’ present ministry is key to hope.

Jesus it not just relaxing by a pool on vacation. He is actively advocating on our behalf.

Our hope is certain because Jesus cannot lie.

This is the point he is making.

Our anchor is in heaven.

Remember our kedging lesson earlier. This is key.