# Chapter 98 explained — Olney Hymns

> Chapter companion for Olney Hymns by John Newton.

## What happens

The chapter speaks of seeking a rest beyond the skies in everlasting day, acknowledging that the passage lies through floods and flames, but Jesus guards the way. It affirms that the swelling flood and raging flame hear and obey his word, and encourages triumphing in his name, for our Saviour is the Lord.

## Themes in this chapter

### Hope of Heaven and Eternal Life

The chapter expresses a longing for a rest beyond the skies in everlasting day.

### Faith and Trust in Christ

The chapter encourages triumphing in Jesus' name, trusting that he guards the way and commands the elements.

## Character check-ins

### Jesus Christ

Guards the way through floods and flames; the Saviour who is the Lord.

### The Lord

Referred to as the Saviour and Lord.

## Key lines

> We seek a rest beyond the skies, In everlasting day;

We are looking for a place of peace and eternal light in heaven.

_Expresses the hope of heaven and eternal life._

> Through floods and flames the passage lies, But Jesus guards the way:

The journey is difficult and full of trials, but Jesus protects us on the path.

_Acknowledges suffering and affliction while affirming faith in Christ's protection._

> The swelling flood and raging flame Hear and obey his word;

Even the most powerful and destructive forces of nature listen to and follow Jesus' command.

_Highlights the divine authority of Jesus Christ._

> Then let us triumph in his name, Our Saviour is the Lord.

So let us celebrate our victory through him, for our Savior is the Lord.

_Encourages rejoicing in the salvation provided by Jesus._

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