Lust Quote by John Owen
““Sin aims always at the utmost; every time it rises up to tempt or entice, might it have its own course, it would go out to the utmost sin in that kind. Every unclean thought or glance would be adultery if it could; every covetous desire would be oppression, every thought of unbelief would be atheism, might it grow to its head. Men may come to that, that sin may not be heard speaking a scandalous word in their hearts - that is, provoking to any great sin with scandal in its mouth; but yet every rise of lust, might it have its course, would come to the height of villainy: it is like the grave that is never satisfied.””
About This Quote
Source Sermon: “On Sin” by John Owen, 1656
Sin escalates when left unchecked, growing from small temptations to overwhelming wrongdoing if not restrained.
In simple terms: Unchecked sin grows into larger sins.
Key Takeaway
Control small temptations early.
Themes
sin
temptation
spiritual growth
Mood
serious
reflective
Type
theological
advice
When to use this quote
- personal prayer
- ethical decision‑making
- spiritual counseling
Key Concepts
moral decay
self‑control
Questions to Reflect On
- What small temptation are you ignoring?
- How can you set boundaries to prevent escalation?
A Different Perspective
Human nature often rationalizes minor sins, making them harder to curb.
