In spirituals, the talk of heaven and deliverance was code for a better life. 'Crossing the River Jordan' was code, of course, for escaping to freedom.
Sentiment: NEGATIVE
John the Baptist, who we are told was related by blood to Jesus, was preaching the impending judgement of God, urging repentance and moral reform, and baptizing in the Jordan River those who responded.
Human salvation lies in the hands of the creatively maladjusted.
Foreseeing the needs of His children, a loving Heavenly Father placed directions and rescuers along their way. He sent His Son, Jesus Christ, to make safe passage possible and visible.
Human nature is what Heaven supplies.
Like ships that have gone down at sea, when heaven was all tranquillity.
Salvation brings the soul a deep awareness of God's love. Life takes on more meaning, for it now has a purpose.
We pass now quickly from each other's sight; but I know full well that where beyond these passing scenes you shall be, there will be Heaven.
An idea is salvation by imagination.
There's a special place in heaven for caregivers.
It is not talking but walking that will bring us to heaven.