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“Have you ever noticed that Jesus is never recorded as taking a holiday? He retired for the purposes of his mission, not from it. He was never destroyed by his work; he was always on top of it. He moved among people as the master of every situation. He was busier than anyone; the multitudes were…” quote by Evelyn Underhill
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“Have you ever noticed that Jesus is never recorded as taking a holiday? He retired for the purposes of his mission, not from it. He was never destroyed by his work; he was always on top of it. He moved among people as the master of every situation. He was busier than anyone; the multitudes were always at him, yet he had time, for everything and everyone. He was never hurried, or harassed, or too busy. He had complete supremacy over time; he never let it dictate to him. He talked of my time; my hour. He knew exactly when the moment had come for doing something and when it had not.”

Evelyn Underhill

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Jesus prioritized his mission over personal leisure, demonstrating mastery over time and constant purposeful action.

In simple terms: Jesus worked without holiday, always purposeful.

Key Takeaway

Embrace purpose, not busyness.

Themes

purpose spirituality leadership

Mood

reflective inspirational

Type

philosophical spiritual

When to use this quote

  • daily work
  • spiritual practice
  • leadership
  • stress management

Key Concepts

divine mission time mastery service

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you discern true purpose from busywork?
  • What practices help you feel in control of time?
A Different Perspective

Even the devoted can feel rushed; balance is still needed.

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