If you find a deadness and unaptness, an indisposition in…
““If you find a deadness and unaptness, an indisposition in you, you must lift up your souls to the Lord and not give over until you are quickened. And this is to perform the duty in such a manner as the Lord accepts, otherwise it is hypocritical performance; for this is hypocrisy, when a man is not willing to let the duty go altogether, nor yet is willing to perform it fervently, and in a quick and zealous manner. He that omits it altogether is a profane person, and he that performs it zealously, and to purpose, is a holy man; but a hypocrite goes between both. He would do something at it, but he will not do it thoroughly. And, therefore, if you find you have carelessly performed this duty from day to day, that you have performed it in a negligent, perfunctory manner, know that it is a hypocritical performance.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
True devotion requires wholehearted, enthusiastic service; half‑hearted or perfunctory actions are hypocritical and unacceptable to God.
In simple terms: Serve fully or not at all.
Key Takeaway
Avoid half‑hearted effort.
Themes
faith
integrity
service
hypocrisy
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
theological
instructional
When to use this quote
- daily prayer
- church duties
- volunteer work
- personal devotion
Key Concepts
spiritual fervor
authentic worship
moral responsibility
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you ensure your service is sincere?
- What habits help maintain spiritual zeal?
A Different Perspective
Perfection is unattainable; sincere effort may still fall short.