Care Quote by John Owen
“He, then, that would really, thoroughly, and acceptably mortify any disquieting lust, let him take care to be equally diligent in all parts of obedience, and know that every lust, every omission of duty, is burdensome to God, though but one is so to him.”
About This Quote
Lust and neglect of duty are burdensome to God; diligent obedience in all areas is required.
In simple terms: Neglecting duty and lust burdens God; be diligent.
Key Takeaway
Maintain disciplined obedience in all aspects.
Themes
discipline
obedience
spirituality
Mood
serious
reflective
Type
theological
moral
When to use this quote
- personal prayer
- ethical decisions
- community service
Key Concepts
duty
morality
Questions to Reflect On
- What areas of obedience need strengthening?
- How can you balance desire with duty?
A Different Perspective
Human weakness can hinder perfect obedience.
![“And though it be their sin and vanity that is the cause [of lust], it is nevertheless your sin to be the unnecessary occasion…You must not lay a stumbling-block in their way, nor blow up the fire of their lust…You must walk among sinful persons as you would do with a candle among straw or…” quote by Richard Baxter](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/821/richard-baxter-2985_block_and-though-it-be-their-sin-and-vanity-th_891803.jpg)
