Overview The hope and certainty needed to thrive in today’s world of anxiety, fear, and instability are found deep within our Chrsitians faith. Hope for the World Hebrews 6:19 (NLT) This hope is a strong and trustworthy anchor for our souls. It leads us through the curtain into God’s inner sanctuary. Main Idea Our hope in Jesus is not wishful thinking — it’s a confident anchor that holds us secure in the presence of God because Jesus has gone before us and guaranteed our salvation as our eternal High Priest. Hope for the World Hebrews 6:18b–20 (NLT) Therefore, we who have fled to him for refuge can have great confidence as we hold to the hope that lies before us. This hope is a strong and trustworthy anchor for our souls. It leads us through the curtain into God’s inner sanctuary. Jesus has already gone in there for us. I. Hope is needed for . Hebrews 6:18b (NLT) We who have fled to him for refuge… II. Hope holds like an for our soul. Hebrews 6:19 (NLT) This hope is a strong and trustworthy anchor for our souls. ~ Paraphrase Tim Keller: Every heart has an anchor. The question is not if you’re anchored, but to what. If your anchor is in your career, relationships, or success, the storms will rip it loose. But if your anchor is in Christ, no storm can shake you. III. Hope leads us into God’s . Hebrews 6:19b–20 (NLT) It leads us through the curtain into God’s inner sanctuary. Jesus has already gone in there for us. What Now? Anchor your soul in Jesus’ effort, not yours. Run to Jesus daily as your refuge. Draw near to God through transparent prayer & truthfilled worship. Preach the gospel to yourself when life feels hopeless. Continuing the Conversation 1. Where do people your age usually look for hope, and how do those hopes fail when life gets hard? 2. What does it practically mean to “flee for refuge” to Jesus in your daily life? 3. How can you tell if your anchor (your source of stability) is really in Christ or in something else? 4. When have you felt the “storms” of life threaten to pull you away? How did God hold you steady? 5. If Jesus has already gone before us into God’s presence, how should that shape the way we face fear, guilt, or the future?