Four Anchors Through The Storms Of Life Poem by Royston Nella

Sometimes sad things happen during our life
they flare up suddenly causing us strife.
No sun or stars shine during night or day
so four anchors we drop to hold our stay.

The first anchor is the "teaching" of the Lord
for we all believe and trust in His Word,
knowing that He is aware of our plight
and that we are never far from His sight.

In "fellowship" we link our shields of faith
braving the storm together we feel safe.
Love for each other is an anchor sweet
and united we seek the storms' defeat.

Then "prayer's" anchor we lower away
for we know that Jesus likes us to pray,
and feel that He is with us in the boat
and that He's able to keep us afloat.

After "breaking bread" we drank wine from the cup
remembering that Jesus never gave up.
Anchored in the One who rose from the grave
knowing He is mighty and strong to save.

Then the storm subsides and our sorrows cease
as He gives to us His heavenly peace,
and the healing balm that Jesus can bring
reaches the depths of our inmost being.

We feel Him lift us out of our despair
and rest in the calm of His presence there.
Looking up into His wonderful face
deep soothing within our spirit takes place.

As His arms enfold us in love we sense
the preciousness of His glorious presence.
After resting in His loving embrace,
once more the world's challenges we can face.