God is the master author. His stories are the best stories. He is always in motion in the lives of His people and graciously allows us to see the undeniable work of His hand. He is our joy in times of peace as well as our immovable rock in times of trial. He holds us fast and uses our storms to spur each other on. Regardless of how or when you found this book, you will likely find the entries in it are for you. Written by past and present campers, speakers, staff, and supporters of Village Creek Bible Camp in Lansing, Iowa, Anchored provides you with Biblical truths, relevant illustrations, and daily challenges to inspire you to see God's steadfast hold in your own life. Our hope and prayer is that these words will challenge many to grow in their faith and to share their stories with others. Nestled in a valley of northeastern Iowa just a few miles from the Mississippi River, Village Creek Bible Camp provides time and space away from the hustle and bustle of daily life. Since 1972, the camp has served children and adults of all ages through year-round programming that includes challenging speakers, adventure-style outdoor activities, and many acres of quiet spaces. For more information, visit villagecreek.net. Contributors to this project include Dan Andrews, Courtney Aronson, Gela Ashcroft, Steve Ashcroft, Kerry L. Bender, Stacy A. Bender, Christopher Cantrell, Jonathan Chavalas, Sharon Czersinski, Abigail Dodds, Jason Esposito, Monie Fluth, Dan Hamil, Dina Hanken, Lori R. Hetteen, Michelle Jenks, Heidi Jundt, Benjamin Kelm, Jane Kramer, Debbi Ladwig, Joanna Lerud, Harrison Lippert, Kyle Lippert, Michelle Pearson, Carol Potratz, Bryce Roskens, Shane Rothlisberger, Molly - the Cheeseball Chick - Sanborn, Jeannine Sawall, Cindy Schwerdtfeger, David Steinhart, Randy Strickland, Frank Switzer, Camie Treptau, Bri Turner, Jake Vanada, Austin Walker, and Jen Woyke. Cover artist, Lori R. Hetteen, is known on Twitter as @cherrysparrow. Her work can be found at cherrysparrow.etsy.com.