Be content to wade through the waters betwixt you and glory with Him, holding His hand fast; for He knoweth all the fords.
Howebeit you may be ducked, yet, ye cannot drown, being in His company. Be not afraid, therefore, when ye come even to the black and swelling river of death to put in your foot and wade after him; the current, how strong ... whatsoever, cannot carry you down; the Son of God, His death and resurrection are stepping stones and a stay unto you; set down your feet by faith upon these stones and go through as on dry land; if ye knew what He is preparing for you, ye would be too glad.---Samuel Rutherford (letters)