When life feels unstable, where do you anchor your hope?
In this special beach service message, we look at the kind of hope that doesn’t just float on good vibes or wishful thinking – but holds steady when life shakes and gives you the courage to move forward. This is the hope Hebrews 6 calls “an anchor for the soul” – sure, strong, and anchored in Jesus Himself.
As part of our Grounded series, we explore how real hope grows in the dirt, steadies us in the storms, and calls us to take the next faithful step. Whether you feel like you’re standing firm or barely hanging on, this message is an invitation to plant your feet on something solid and keep moving.
If you missed the live service or want to reflect further, you can watch the full message above anytime after. We’ve also included discussion questions to dig deeper into the message and a handout with fill-ins to guide your reflection. You can find the handout by clicking the “Download” button above. Whether you watch this on your own or share it with your small group, we hope this message encourages you.
Discussion Questions
- When life feels uncertain or heavy, what are some common places people tend to put their hope, and why do those often fail to hold up?
- Hebrews 6:18-20 says hope is “an anchor for the soul.” What do you think it means for hope to anchor your life, and how have you experienced that personally?
- The message said hope grows in the dirt, not in the spotlight. How does this challenge the way we usually think about hope and where it develops?
- In what ways can being honest about our struggles open the door for God to grow hope in us?
- Romans 5:3-5 talks about hope being produced through endurance and character. How does this process work in real life, and why is it hard to embrace?
- How can remembering that Jesus is “in the boat” with us (Mark 4) change the way we face fear or uncertainty?
- What are some practical ways to deepen your roots in Christ so that you remain steady when life gets shaky?
- Psalm 40:2 describes God lifting us out of the pit and setting our feet on a rock. How have you seen God do this in your own life or in the lives of others?
- Why do you think God often works through whispers rather than loud, dramatic signs (1 Kings 19:11-12), and how can we make space to hear Him?
- What is one step you feel God might be calling you to take this week as an expression of hope that moves you forward?
