Skillet - Anchor Lyrics
Lyrics
Drifting beneath the horizon
Body is weak, but I'm trying
To make it to shore, but I'm falling short
I need You more
Ah oh oh
Wave after wave, I've been sinking
So unto Your promise, I'm clinging
You say that I'm strong; to You, I belong
Keep holding on
Ah oh oh
Chorus:
You are my anchor
So steady me, steady me now
You are my anchor
Ah oh oh
You're keeping my feet on the ground
In angry oceans, You've never broken
Through every wave of the storm
You are my anchor
So steady me, steady me now
Come steady me, steady me now
When I get tired of fighting
All of the fears I've been hiding
You gave me Your breath and tell me to rest
You never left
Ah oh oh
I can, I can, I can hear You calling me by name
Ah oh oh
Pulling me out from under my shame
Never be the same, I can face anything
Ah oh oh
So let it rain
You are my anchor
Ah oh oh
So steady me, steady me now
You are my anchor
Ah oh oh
You're keeping my feet on the ground
In angry oceans, You've never broken
Through every wave of the storm
You are my anchor
So steady me, steady me now
Come steady me, steady me now
[Bridge]
Don't let go
I don't wanna do this alone
Don't let go
I know that I'll drown on my own
You are my anchor (Anchor)
So steady me, steady me now
(I don't wanna do this alone)
Anchor (Anchor)
You're keeping my feet on the ground
(I know that I'll drown on my own)
In angry oceans, You've never broken
Through every wave of the storm
You are my anchor (Anchor)
So steady me, steady me now (Steady me now)
Come steady me, steady me now
Come steady me, steady me now
Ah oh oh
Come steady me, steady me now
Ah oh oh
I don't wanna do this alone
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Skillet - Anchor (Lyric Video)
Meaning & Inspiration
Skillet’s powerful anthem “Anchor,” released on their 2019 album *Victorious*, is a profound declaration of unwavering faith in the face of overwhelming trials. The song beautifully articulates the universal human experience of feeling adrift and overwhelmed, drawing a vivid metaphor of a person struggling against relentless waves, on the verge of being consumed. This imagery immediately resonates with the scriptural narrative found in passages like Psalm 107:23-29, which describes sailors tossed by storms, crying out to the Lord, who calms the sea. The lyrics “Drifting beneath the horizon, body is weak, but I'm trying, to make it to shore, but I'm falling short” perfectly capture this sense of human frailty and the desperate need for external help, mirroring the psalmist's plea, "They were tossed up to the heavens; they descended to the depths, with turmoil in their souls, they reeled and staggered like drunkards; there was no end to their skill" (Psalm 107:27).
The core message of “Anchor” centers on the steadfast nature of God as a source of stability and hope in tumultuous times. The repeated chorus, "You are my anchor, so steady me, steady me now," is a direct invocation of divine immutability. This resonates deeply with God’s character as revealed throughout Scripture. Hebrews 6:19 speaks of hope as an anchor for the soul, firm and secure, which enters the inner sanctuary behind the curtain. This verse acts as a theological foundation for the song's central metaphor, emphasizing that Christ Himself is the sure foundation upon which believers can build their lives, especially when faced with life’s turbulent seas. The declaration, "You're keeping my feet on the ground, in angry oceans, You've never broken, through every wave of the storm," echoes the promise in Isaiah 43:2, "When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and when you pass through the rivers, they will not sweep over you. When you walk through the fire, you will not be burned; neither will the flames engulf you.” Skillet’s lyrics powerfully convey this divine protection, assuring listeners that God’s strength is sufficient to sustain them, even in the most furious storms of life.
Further exploring the song’s narrative, the lyrics “When I get tired of fighting, all of the fears I've been hiding, You gave me Your breath and tell me to rest, You never left” speak to the burden of spiritual warfare and the weariness that comes with it. This experience is a common thread in the lives of believers, who are called to stand firm against the schemes of the devil, as described in Ephesians 6:11. However, the song offers solace by highlighting God's provision of strength and peace. The line, "You gave me Your breath and tell me to rest," can be seen as a reflection of God’s Spirit enabling believers to find rest in His presence, much like Jesus’ invitation in Matthew 11:28, "Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest." The realization, "I can hear You calling me by name, pulling me out from under my shame," points to the personal and redeeming nature of God's love, which liberates us from the shackles of guilt and condemnation. This aligns with 1 John 4:18 which states, "There is no fear in love. But perfect love drives out fear, because fear has to do with punishment. The one who fears is not made perfect in love." The bridge’s desperate plea, “Don't let go, I don't wanna do this alone, I know that I'll drown on my own,” poignantly expresses humanity’s inherent need for connection and reliance on a higher power, a sentiment powerfully echoed in many Psalms where David cries out for God’s presence and protection. Ultimately, "Anchor" is an inspiring testament to the unfailing faithfulness of God, offering a message of hope and encouragement that through Him, even in the most ferocious storms, we are held secure.