Body Quote by John Flavel
“Lord, here is my body; I am very grateful for it; I neglected nothing that belonged to its contents and welfare; but as for my soul, that is lost and cast away forever. I took little care and thought about it.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: The Soul's Peril, John Flavel, 1655
The speaker laments neglecting spiritual health while caring for the physical body, warning that the soul can be irretrievably lost without attention.
In simple terms: Physical care is easy; spiritual neglect is dangerous.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize caring well‑being.
Themes
spiritual neglect
mortality
self‑care
Mood
reflective
somber
Type
admonitory
religious
When to use this quote
- personal reflection
- religious practice
- life decisions
Key Concepts
soul
eternity
redemption
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance caring for body and soul?
- What daily habits nurture your spiritual health?
A Different Perspective
Spiritual health requires active, ongoing effort, not just occasional thought.
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