Devotions For Lent – Day 23

The Soul’s Anchor

“We have this as a sure and steadfast anchor of the soul, a hope that enters into the inner place behind the curtain.”         (Hebrews 6:19)

Read Psalm 130.

Everyone has an anchor. The only question is how well does it hold? A fat bank account, a successful career, a four-bedroom cottage in the country. These can be lost without any warning. Then what?

Etched on the walls in the catacombs of Rome are at least 66 different types of anchors. As Christians buried their loved ones, they held onto this ancient symbol of hope. Hope in what? Hope in God’s Word, described in Hebrews 6:17: “When God desired to show more convincingly to the heirs of the promise the unchangeable character of His purpose, He guaranteed it with an oath.”

When my kids were growing up, they would constantly remind me, “Dad, a promise is a promise!” This is the confidence that Jesus’ entry through the veil gives to us. We can boldly say to our Father, “A promise is a promise!” Reflect on one or more specific promises God gives you in His Word.

Prayer Starter:
Abba, Father, a promise is a promise. Right now, I lean on Your promise to . . .