Busier Quote by Evelyn Underhill
“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.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: The Life of Christ, 1930s
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.
