Elisabeth ElliotJesus never pussyfooted
About This Quote
“Jesus never pussyfooted” is a common phrase among Christians. It's used to express the belief that Jesus never lost sight of his goal or purpose. He always knew who he was and what he was here to do. Although the quote doesn't appear in the Bible, it can be found in some Christian hymnals. It was also the title of a book written by one of Miley Cyrus' favorite authors, John Eldredge.
Source: The Mark Of A Man
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