"… 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, where Jesus has gone as a forerunner on our behalf … " – Hebrews 6:18-20 (ESV)

"In you our fathers put their trust; they trusted and you delivered them." – Psalm 22:4

 Sacred, salvation history is an anchor that stabilizes faith by reminding us that God can and does act to deliver His people.

He, who never changes, takes a personal interest in those who trust in Him.

He is a faithful God. We can count on Him to do again what He has done before. The heritage we receive from our spiritual fathers and mothers is a legacy we must pass on to our own spiritual children.

It is an intergenerational gift that passes through our hands.

Take courage from the experience of others, but never let that experience substitute for one of your own relationship with God.

Build on their stories.