Cease Quote by David Brainerd
“When you cease from labour, fill up your time in reading, meditation, and prayer: and while your hands are labouring, let your heart be employed, as much as possible, in divine thoughts.”
About This Quote
Balancing work with spiritual practices—reading, meditation, prayer—helps keep the heart aligned with divine thoughts even while laboring.
In simple terms: Combine work with spiritual reflection.
Integrate quiet contemplation into daily routine.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- daily routine
- workplace
- personal growth
- faith practice
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you schedule moments of prayer?
- What spiritual practice supports your work?
Finding time for reflection can be difficult.