"This hope we have as an anchor of the soul, both sure and steadfast, and which enters the Presence behind the veil, where the forerunner has entered for us, even Jesus, having become High Priest forever according to the order of Melchizedek." (Hebrews 6:19 - 20) This sermon jam titled "Anchor of the Soul" comes from a sermon preached by Dr. Vincent G. Artese titled "Anchor of the Soul". One of the greatest gifts given to a Christian who puts their faith in Jesus Christ is hope. But before a person can have this hope their relationship with God must be restored through repentance. The first words of the preaching ministry of Christ were repent and believe the Gospel. If someone hears the Gospel and does not place their faith in Christ they will receive nothing from the Lord. No faith results in no hope, no assurance, and no eternal life. When one hears the Word of Christ and places complete faith in Him the knowledge of God is communicated to us through the Holy Spirit. This hope enables Christians to confidently enter into the holy presence of God. Jesus is our way into the Most Holy Place! Christ has gone before us and through Him we enter in. The sin of unbelief is the veil that separates all from God. Lack of faith is a veil that prevents even those who have been enlightened from going forward and entering into sanctification. Faith is the start of every lasting covenant between God and mankind. Without faith it is impossible to please God. Every believer must trust God enough to continue in His goodness; otherwise they will be cut off. As Christians we must go on to perfection, we must press on! If not we may fall into apostasy or backslide. We must not be like Ancient Israel that refused to go into the Promised Land. We must not look to others to do the fighting for us; we must fight against the sin that seeks to control us! We must not be as babies always in need of milk. Christians must go on in faith and in hope. Do not become sluggish but by patience inherit the promises. This hope we have is an Anchor of the soul. For more information about this sermon or our church, please visit: www.pilgrimspathway.org
