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Poem
September 25, 1862
Civilian & Telegraph
Cumberland, Allegany County, Maryland
What is this article about?
A devotional reflection titled 'Eternity,' portraying time as a small island amid an endless ocean, emphasizing preparation for eternal life with God, facing death, and anchoring faith in Christ.
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Eternity.—Must we exist forever!
Time is like an island in the midst of a boundless ocean. This small island of time is especially given us to prepare for an eternity with God. We are soon to plunge into its waves! We now stand shivering on its very brink! Are we in readiness to depart from this momentary scene of action? Can we welcome the executioner, death? Can we receive with open arms the angel of love to bear our spirits upward? Have we a safe anchor? And is it cast within the veil where Christ the forerunner has gone?
Time is like an island in the midst of a boundless ocean. This small island of time is especially given us to prepare for an eternity with God. We are soon to plunge into its waves! We now stand shivering on its very brink! Are we in readiness to depart from this momentary scene of action? Can we welcome the executioner, death? Can we receive with open arms the angel of love to bear our spirits upward? Have we a safe anchor? And is it cast within the veil where Christ the forerunner has gone?
What sub-type of article is it?
Hymn
What themes does it cover?
Religious Faith
What keywords are associated?
Eternity
Time Island
Preparation Eternity
Death Readiness
Christ Anchor
Poem Details
Title
Eternity.
Subject
Meditation On Eternity And Death
Key Lines
Time Is Like An Island In The Midst Of A Boundless Ocean.
Have We A Safe Anchor? And Is It Cast Within The Veil Where Christ The Forerunner Has Gone?