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The Anchor Holds

By Ray Boltz

3,816 views Jul 3, 2026 updated Verified editorial review

Ray Boltz's song 'The Anchor Holds' is a Christian ballad about enduring faith through life's storms. The lyrics use the metaphor of a ship battered by wind and waves, yet held secure by an anchor, representing God's steadfast presence. Boltz reflects on personal struggles, lost dreams, and the lessons learned in hardship, emphasizing that God's love is most evident in the darkest times. The song encourages listeners to hold on to faith when circumstances are overwhelming, trusting that God remains faithful. It resonates with anyone facing trials, offering comfort and hope grounded in spiritual resilience.

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I have journeyed

Through the long dark night

Out on the open sea

By faith alone

Sight unknown

And yet his eyes were watching me


The anchor holds

Though the ship is battered

The anchor holds

Though the sails are torn

I have fallen on my knees

As I faced the raging seas

The anchor holds

In spite of the storm


I've had visions

I've had dreams

I've even held them in my hand

But I never knew

They would slip right through

Like they were only grains of sand


I have been young

But I am older now

And there has been beauty these eyes have seen

But it was in the night

Through the storms of my life

Oh that's where God proved his love to me

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