Christian Quote by Orson Scott Card
“You frighten me, when you say there isn't time." "I don't see why. Christians have been expecting the imminent end of the world for millennia." "But it keeps not ending." "So far, so good.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Ender's Game by Orson Scott Card, 1985
The speaker worries that humanity's endless anticipation of apocalypse prevents meaningful action in the present.
In simple terms: Fear of endless doom stalls present action.
Act now despite uncertainty.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- political activism
- personal productivity
- environmental action
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does fear of the future shape your daily choices?
- Can urgency be a motivator without paralysis?
The quote assumes a binary view of time and urgency, ignoring nuanced planning.