English Explanatory Dictionary

have Jesus in one's heart

English dictionary entry

Meanings

verb
  1. To be a firm believer in the Christian faith.

Pronunciation

/həv ˈd͡ʒiːzəs ɪn wʌnz ˈhɑːt/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-have Jesus in one's heart.wav /həv ˈd͡ʒizəs ɪn wʌnz ˈhɑɹt/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-have Jesus in one's heart.wav

Word forms

have Jesus in one's heart has Jesus in one's heart having Jesus in one's heart had Jesus in one's heart

Etymology

Possibly a reference to Ephesians 3:14 and 17 of the Bible (King James Version, spelling modernized): “For this cause I bow my knees unto the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, […] That Christ may dwell in your hearts by faith, […]”.

Related words

come to Jesus find Jesus
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