S) "19 This hope we have as an anchor of the soul, a hope both sure and steadfast and one which enters within the veil, 20 where Jesus has entered as a forerunner for us, having become a high priest forever according to the order of Melchizedek."
Hebrews 6:19-20 (NASB)
O) There is kind of a lot said here, to expound on the simple idea that our hope is secure because of God's character, and because the interceding ministry of Jesus is everlasting. But, that is not at all to say that the way it is written is redundant or overstated. In fact, it cannot be overstated, how and why we have the hope we do. This passage quickly reminds me of the hymn by Edward Mote, "My Hope Is Built On Nothing Less" (which was also incorporated into the Hillsong song, "Cornerstone"). Really, these songs are furthering the point, that our hope is perfectly secured by God, through Christ. It cannot ever change. It cannot ever be removed. It cannot ever be overstated.
A) Hope is such a vital part of the vibrancy and spread of the gospel. It is hope that so often draws outsiders to more closely examine the gospel. The world is not devoid of hope, but the only hopes they have are bound to fail them. The hopes they have are not sure, they are not steadfast. It is for this very reason, that Peter tells us we must be ready to give a reason for the hope within us (see 1 Peter 3:15). The world will want to know. Why is our hope so different? It is because it is built on nothing less, than Jesus' blood and righteousness.
P) Father, this hope I have as an anchor to my soul. I need the hope of salvation, the hope of peace. In my current place, I need to keep my eyes fixed on te hope I have in Jesus. I know that this season will pass, and that a new chapter will begin in my life. I know that this will all be a flash in the pan, when I'm on the other side of this test, let alone the other side of eternity. All of life is a big trial, in a way, and I want to pass the test, God. Let my soul be firmly planted, unshakeable, immovable, in my hope in Christ. Let this glorify my Savior in every way. Let me walk in joy, peace, and obvious hope, that the gospel would be on display in me, for the glory of Christ. In Jesus's name I pray. Amen.
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