Barbara Ann Repan

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The Anchor of the Soul is HOPE

August 24, 2021 by Barbara

That symbol has so much meaning to me. The symbol of the anchor reminds me that Jesus is my hope and He alone anchors my soul. The anchor also reminds me of my Navy dad, who I lost several years ago. In a previous post, I wrote about the meaning of Hope as an Anchor HERE. In Hebrews 6:19, Paul, the Apostle says, "We have this hope as an anchor for the soul, firm and secure. It enters the inner sanctuary behind the curtain, where our forerunner, Jesus, has entered on our behalf. He Continue Reading

What Does ‘Hope Anchors the Soul’ mean?

July 17, 2019 by Barbara

“Hope anchors the soul” Hebrews 6:19. God uses the example of an anchor as a promise that He is “sure and steadfast” for you and for me. The symbol of the anchor became especially meaningful to me in December 2014. My Dad had told me he was diagnosed with cancer. While Christmas shopping that year, I spotted a journal with an anchor on the cover. Underneath the anchor, it said, "Hope Anchors the soul." Hebrews 6:19 I wasn’t looking for a journal. This journal found me. Immediately I Continue Reading

Where Can Hope be Found?

March 30, 2016 by Barbara

Hebrews 6:19

What does life look like when we have no hope? I probably don’t need to remind you if you’ve been there. Some of the ways I've experienced is living with fear, wanting to give up, apathy, depression and anger. It’s a sad place to be. I’d like to share today how I found hope. The dictionary defines hope as “to want something to happen.” The Holman Bible Dictionary defines it this way: Trustful expectation, particularly with reference to the fulfillment of God's promises. Biblical hope is Continue Reading

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Hi Friend, Welcome to my corner of the online world, where I write to encourage and give hope. I believe everyone could use a dose of hope from time to time so whether you need hope for your marriage, your closet, or anything in between, I hope you find some encouragement here.

Having been through some hard situations, I understand what it's like to live hopeless, depressed, angry, and bitter until God rescued me in His Love and Grace. In Him, I found an Anchor to keep me safe and secure. My passion is to share how He has rescued me and give others encouragement, as He has for me.

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