Cease Quote by John Owen
“It being our duty to mortify... we must be at work. He that is appointed to kill an enemy, if he leave striking before the other ceases living, does but half his work.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: The Duty of Mortification, 1650
The quote stresses that duty requires complete commitment; half‑hearted effort is insufficient to achieve the intended outcome.
In simple terms: Complete effort is required for duty.
Key Takeaway
Commit fully, do not quit early.
Themes
duty
commitment
effort
Mood
serious
determined
Type
ethical
motivational
When to use this quote
- military leadership
- personal goals
- project management
- spiritual discipline
Key Concepts
Christian ethics
moral responsibility
Questions to Reflect On
- Are you giving your tasks your full effort?
- What holds you back from completing work?
A Different Perspective
Partial effort may lead to incomplete results or missed opportunities.
