What Anchor Taught me – A Movie Narration

If you're looking for a soul-lifting, faith-stirring movie that will challenge and encourage your walk with God, Anchor is a must-watch.

The story begins with a young boy struggling to spell a difficult word, frustrated and convinced he’ll never remember it. His mother gently reminds him that the Holy Spirit will help him recall it. Doubtfully, he asks, “What if the Holy Spirit doesn’t remind me?” Her calm reassurance introduces the heart of the movie: the Word works—and it works 100% of the time.

From that moment on, the movie dives into a powerful journey centered on the Word of God and how it sustains believers through life’s toughest storms.

Pastor Philip visits a couple, Bro. Felix and Sister Glory, and encourages them with Romans 4:19–21, urging them to stay rooted in faith and hold on to God’s promises. He shares prophetic words over them—uplifting and deeply edifying. They believe those words, write them down, and begin to pray over them.

But the next morning brings a jolt: Sister Glory wakes up weak and is diagnosed with blood cancer. The news shakes them. Bro. Felix wonders why the devil would strike so soon after a powerful time of prayer and prophecy. Pastor Philip gently explains: even Jesus was tempted right after being declared the Son of God. When God speaks, the enemy tries to fight it—but victory is already ours. “We’re not fighting for victory,” he says, “we’re fighting from victory.”

Sister Glory takes that word seriously. She begins to war with scripture, declaring healing over her body. But just as she starts to feel better, things take a turn for the worse. The doctors recommend chemotherapy, an expensive treatment. She feels crushed—wondering why her confessions didn’t seem to work. Still, Bro. Felix stands firm, comforting her with the Word. Together, they refuse to stagger in faith.

Then comes another test: Aunt Wura, a relative who had once been a thorn in their side, visits. She suggests a concoction from her past—one that once gave Sister Glory nightmares. After a tense confrontation, Sister Glory faints and is rushed to the hospital. Aunt Wura is skeptical of medical treatment and refuses to support it financially.

Meanwhile, Bro. Felix hosts a small fellowship in their home, honouring his wife’s wishes not to cancel it. During the meeting, someone is moved to sow a seed—the exact amount needed for the chemotherapy. The treatment is successful, but Sister Glory's health continues to decline. A severe cough threatens her life.

In a heartbreaking moment, Sister Glory dies in the hospital. But even on her sickbed, she had kept confessing the Word—and another patient in the room had been quietly repeating her declarations. That patient ends up receiving healing and regains strength. But Sister Glory? She passes on.

Her death brings sorrow. Bro. Felix and Aunt Wura weep. In her grief, Aunt Wura blames him. Still, Felix enters the room, takes his wife’s hand, and prays with faith—but nothing seems to change.

Then the unexpected happens. A nurse walks in to cover Sister Glory’s face, assuming she died with her eyes open. But just as she begins to drape the cloth over her, Sister Glory opens her eyes—alive again.

Her resurrection stuns everyone. Aunt Wura gives her life to Christ, Glory is fully healed, and Felix receives a job promotion. Their son, having witnessed everything, asks his dad why it took so long for God to answer.

Felix’s response is both simple and profound:

"There’s something called God’s plan. It doesn’t mean He didn’t care. It just means He has a better plan. Even when we pray for God to do something, we should also pray to understand His purpose. Prayer doesn’t change God’s plan—it changes us so we can follow it."

Anchor is more than just a movie—it’s a spiritual experience. Full of scripture, real-life battles, and unwavering faith, it reminds us that even in the darkest valleys, God’s Word remains true. I couldn’t possibly capture all the lessons woven into this powerful story. But trust me—this is one movie that will leave your spirit deeply encouraged and your faith anchored.