Bethany Worship - Hope Is An Anchor Lyrics
Lyrics
Instrumental
Verse 1
You brought me in
Laid me down at the throne of grace
Face to face
You breathed within
My soul awakened to life again
That never ends
Chorus 1
This hope is an anchor for my soul
Your love will never let me go
Jesus, You hold my heart secure
You are my hope, my anchor
Verse 2
Your promise stands
Your name's a refuge where I can run
My victory's won
Let hope arise
My King is coming, He is alive
Oh, He is alive
Chorus 1
This hope is an anchor for my soul
Your love will never let me go
Jesus, You hold my heart secure
You are my hope, my anchor
Interlude
Bridge
I will overcome the world
Because You overcame
I will overcome the world
I will overcome the world
Because You overcame
I will overcome the world
I will overcome the world
Because You overcame
I will overcome the world
I will overcome the world
Because You overcame
I will overcome the world
I will overcome the world
Because You overcame
I will overcome the world
And I will overcome the world
Because You overcame
I will overcome the world
Chorus 2
This hope is an anchor for my soul
Your love will never let me go
Jesus, You hold my heart secure
You are my hope...
This hope is an anchor for my soul
Your love will never let me go
Jesus, You hold my heart secure
You are my hope
Yes, You are my hope, my anchor
Video
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Meaning & Inspiration
On September 29, 2017, Bethany Worship released "Hope Is An Anchor," a song that immediately resonates with the deep-seated yearning for spiritual steadfastness. This piece isn't just a collection of verses and choruses; it's a profound exploration of the unshakeable security found in faith, painting a vivid picture of divine embrace and unwavering commitment. The very title, drawn directly from Scripture, sets the stage for a message rooted in ancient truth yet delivered with fresh relevance.
The song begins by chronicling a transformative journey, depicting a soul brought into an intimate encounter with the Divine. The imagery of being "brought me in" and "laid me down at the throne of grace, Face to face" powerfully evokes the experience of salvation and direct communion, echoing Hebrews 4:16, which encourages drawing near to God's throne with confidence. This profound closeness leads to a spiritual awakening: "You breathed within, My soul awakened to life again, That never ends." This line beautifully parallels the life-giving breath of God in Genesis 2:7 and the spiritual rebirth described in John 3:3-5, signifying an eternal life that begins at the point of surrender and acceptance. It’s a powerful testament to the initiation of a relationship that forever changes one's trajectory.
The core message, encapsulated in the chorus, becomes the unwavering declaration: "This hope is an anchor for my soul, Your love will never let me go." This direct reference to Hebrews 6:19 anchors the entire composition, portraying hope not as a fragile wish, but as a firm, secure cable connecting the soul to God Himself. It speaks to the absolute certainty of divine love, a love that, as Romans 8:38-39 assures us, nothing can separate us from. Jesus is identified as the personal guarantor of this security, holding the heart steadfast amidst life's storms. The repetition reinforces this foundational truth, making it a meditative affirmation of faith.
Building on this secure foundation, the second verse expands on the reliability of God's character and promises. "Your promise stands, Your name's a refuge where I can run, My victory's won" highlights the enduring faithfulness of God, whose every word is a covenant. Proverbs 18:10 comes to mind, illustrating the protective power in the name of the Lord, while 1 Corinthians 15:57 reminds us that victory is already ours through Christ. This profound understanding ignites a renewed sense of expectation: "Let hope arise, My King is coming, He is alive." The focus shifts to the triumph of Christ's resurrection and His promised return, injecting an urgent, joyful anticipation into the believer's perspective. He is not merely a historical figure but a living, reigning sovereign.
The bridge serves as an empowering declaration, directly linking the believer's strength to Christ's ultimate conquest. The repeated affirmation, "I will overcome the world, Because You overcame," draws its power from Jesus' own words in John 16:33, where He declares His victory over the world. This is not a personal boast, but a shared triumph, a spiritual inheritance. Because Christ has conquered sin, death, and the forces of this fallen world, those who are in Him are empowered to live in victory. It’s a profound truth from 1 John 5:4, which states that our faith is the victory that overcomes the world. This section transforms the song from a reflection on personal hope to a communal declaration of empowered living, urging every soul to embrace their identity as overcomers through Christ. The song then returns to its anchor chorus, solidifying the message with emphatic repetition, driving home the profound truth that Jesus remains the constant, unyielding hope. "Hope Is An Anchor" ultimately serves as a powerful reminder that in Christ, we find not just solace, but an indestructible foundation for living, eternally secured by His love and triumph.