So that by two unchangeable things, in which it is impossible for God to lie, we who have fled for refuge might have strong encouragement to hold fast to the hope set before us. We have this as a sure and steadfast anchor of the soul, a hope that enters into the inner place behind the curtain,
Hebrews 6:18-19
As children of God, we sort of possess everything we need, from an invincible refuge from the enemy to a certain hope for eternity with our heavenly Father. The third verse of the hymn “Praise the Savior, You Who Know Him” reminds us that our trust in Him is well placed.
Trust in Him, ye saints, forever;
He is faithful, changing never;
Neither force nor guile can sever
Those He loves from Him.
Trust in something or someone would be worth less or worth nothing if the object of our trust might change his mind. Thankfully, our Savior never changes. His steadfast love for us is constant. “And I saw heaven opened, and behold a white horse; and he that sat upon him was called Faithful and True, and in righteousness he judges and make war” (Revelation 19:11). As long as we are with Him, we are safe and secure.
We are safe in Christ’s hand, just as He is secure in the Father’s hand. This security come to believers as we are sealed by the Holy Spirit. “And I give unto them eternal life; and they shall never perish, neither shall any man pluck them out of my hand. My Father, which gave them me, is greater than all; and no man is able to pluck them out of my Father’s hand” (John 10:28-29). Who or what could break such a bond? We have no need to fear. We are very safe and secure in Him.
May the Lord grant us this assurance of eternal salvation and the reality of His presence in our hearts. Let us be committed unto Him for He will never leave us nor forsake us.
