Are Life's Waves Hitting You Hard? Anchors Hold...

A few years ago, I remember sitting with someone whose life had just been hit with wave after wave. First a job loss, then a medical diagnosis, then a strained relationship. At one point they asked, “Why does it feel like everything is crashing down at once?”

If you’ve lived long enough, you know the truth: storms aren’t optional. The question isn’t if they’ll come—it’s when.

Paul understood this. In Acts 27, he was caught in a violent storm at sea. The winds howled, the waves pounded, the ship seemed doomed. And yet, in the middle of chaos, Paul declared:

Notice: Paul didn’t deny the storm. He didn’t pretend the waves weren’t real. He simply chose a greater reality—faith in God.

Here’s the thing about anchors: they don’t stop the waves. They don’t make the storm disappear. What they do is hold you in place so you’re not swept away.

That’s the essence of resilience. Resilience isn’t about avoiding pain—it’s about staying tethered to Christ in the middle of it.

Paul heard Jesus’ words echoing in his own weakness:

Storms expose our weakness, but they also reveal the strength of God’s grace.

So when the wind picks up in your life—whether it’s health struggles, financial pressure, family conflict, or just the weight of anxiety—remember: your anchor isn’t your ability to hold it all together. Your anchor is Christ holding you.

Ask Yourself:

• What storm am I currently facing, big or small?

• Where am I tempted to believe the waves have more power than my anchor?

• How might I experience God’s grace in the very place I feel weakest?

Call to Action:

• 2 Corinthians 12:9 — “My grace is sufficient for you, for My power is made perfect in weakness.” This week, write this verse somewhere you’ll see it often. Let it remind you that God’s strength shines brightest in your weakest moments.

• For premium subscribers, we have “Storm Anchors Scripture Pack” — A collection of 7 verses for resilience, formatted as printable cards or phone screensavers. Carry them with you as daily reminders: your anchor holds.

• Know someone in a storm right now? Forward this to them—it might be the anchor they need. Don’t miss this week’s Faith Forward Podcast episode, where we talk about resilience and how to stay tethered when everything feels shaky.

I’d love to hear from you: reply and tell me—what storm are you asking God to hold you steady through this week?

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