60 Most Powerful and Famous Jesus Quotes
- Crosswalk.com Editorial Staff
- Updated May 15, 2024
In all of history, no one's words have had as much of a profound impact as that of Jesus Christ. We have assembled a list of 60 of the most powerful and famous quotes by Jesus from the Gospels. Some versions of the Bible display the words of Jesus printed in red ink to make them easily distinguishable from the rest of the text. These "red letters" or Jesus quotes, are found in the New Testament of the Bible, primarily in the four Gospels: Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John, which record the life, teachings, and actions of Jesus. The use of red ink for Jesus' words is a way to emphasize their significance and to help readers focus on His teachings and messages.
Jesus's love for humanity is evident in everything He did, said, and revealed to us. Jesus stands alone as the only person to have walked this Earth, leading a completely sinless life. His enduring influence, shaped by His sacrifice, resurrection, and miraculous deeds, forever altered the course of history. His actions and words continue to inspire us daily, urging us to embrace our own challenges, confident that He will walk alongside us, drawing us nearer to Him. May these quotes by Jesus ignite your faith, provide hope for the future, and encouragement for each day.
Jesus' Quotes on Love and Compassion for Others
Matthew 22:39: "And the second is like it: 'Love your neighbor as yourself.'"
Matthew 25:40: "The King will reply, 'Truly I tell you, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me.'"
Luke 6:35: "But love your enemies, do good to them, and lend to them without expecting to get anything back. Then your reward will be great, and you will be children of the Most High, because he is kind to the ungrateful and wicked."
Luke 6:31: "Do to others as you would have them do to you."
Matthew 22:37: "You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, and with all your soul, and with all your mind."
John 13:34-35: "A new command I give you: Love one another. As I have loved you, so you must love one another. By this everyone will know that you are my disciples if you love one another."
John 15:13: "Greater love has no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends."
Jesus' Teachings and Quotes On Faith
Matthew 6:33: "But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well."
Matthew 19:26: "With man this is impossible, but with God all things are possible."
Matthew 11:28: "Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest."
Matthew 4:19: "Come, follow me," Jesus said, "and I will send you out to fish for people."
Matthew 5:16: "Let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father in heaven."
Matthew 6:34: "Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own"
Matthew 19:14: "Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these."
Mark 8:36: "What good is it for someone to gain the whole world, yet forfeit their soul?"
Matthew 11:30: "For my yoke is easy and my burden is light."
Mark 11:24-25: "Therefore I tell you, whatever you ask for in prayer, believe that you have received it, and it will be yours. And when you stand praying, if you hold anything against anyone, forgive them, so that your Father in heaven may forgive you your sins."
Luke 11:9: "Ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and it will be opened to you."
Matthew 10:44-45: "and whoever wants to be first must be slave of all. For even the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many.”
Matthew 5:37: "Let your yes be yes and your no be no."
Matthew 6:19-22: "Do not lay up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust destroy and where thieves break in and steal, but lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor rust destroys and where thieves do not break in and steal."
Matthew 6:24: "No one can serve two masters, for either he will hate the one and love the other, or he will be devoted to the one and despise the other. You cannot serve God and money."
Jesus Quotes on Forgiveness and Repentance
Luke 5:31-32: "It is not the healthy who need a doctor, but the sick. I have not come to call the righteous, but sinners to repentance."
Matthew 18:21-22: "Then Peter came to Jesus and asked, 'Lord, how many times shall I forgive my brother or sister who sins against me? Up to seven times?' Jesus answered, 'I tell you, not seven times, but seventy-seven times."
Mathew 6:14-15: "For if you forgive other people when they sin against you, your heavenly Father will also forgive you. But if you do not forgive others their sins, your Father will not forgive your sins."
Luke 15:7: "I tell you that in the same way there will be more rejoicing in heaven over one sinner who repents than over ninety-nine righteous persons who do not need to repent."
Matthew 7:1: "Do not judge, so that you may not be judged."
Matthew 19:24: "It is easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle than for a rich man to enter the kingdom of God."
John 15:14: "If you love me, you will keep my commandments."
Jesus Quotes on Salvation and Eternal Life
John 4:13-14: "Jesus answered, “Everyone who drinks this water will be thirsty again, but whoever drinks the water I give them will never thirst. Indeed, the water I give them will become in them a spring of water welling up to eternal life."
John 10:10: "The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full."
Mark 8:34: "Whoever wants to be my disciple must deny themselves and take up their cross and follow me."
John 16:33: "I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world."
Mark 1:15: "The time has come," he said. "The kingdom of God has come near. Repent and believe the good news!"
Matthew 18:3: "Truly, I say to you, unless you turn and become like children, you will never enter the kingdom of heaven."
John 3:16: "For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish, but have eternal life."
John 19:30: "It is finished."
Beatitudes from the Sermon on the Mount
Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted.
Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the earth.
Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled.
Blessed are the merciful, for they will be shown mercy.
Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God.
Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God.
Blessed are those who are persecuted because of righteousness, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
Blessed are you when people insult you, persecute you and falsely say all kinds of evil against you because of me.
Famous Parables and Teachings
The Parable of the Good Samaritan (Luke 10:30-37): "But a Samaritan, as he traveled, came where the man was; and when he saw him, he took pity on him....Go and do likewise."
The Parable of the Prodigal Son (Luke 15:11-32): "But we had to celebrate and be glad because this brother of yours was dead and is alive again; he was lost and is found."
The Parable of the Mustard Seed (Matthew 13:31-32): "Though it is the smallest of all seeds, yet when it grows, it is the largest of garden plants and becomes a tree, so that the birds come and perch in its branches."
The Parable of the Lost Sheep (Luke 15:4-7): "Rejoice with me; I have found my lost sheep."
The Parable of the Wise and Foolish Builders (Matthew 7:24-27): "Therefore, everyone who hears these words of mine and puts them into practice is like a wise man who built his house on the rock."
The Parable of the Talents (Matthew 25:14-30): "Well done, good and faithful servant! You have been faithful with a few things; I will put you in charge of many things. Come and share your master's happiness!"
Son of God "I AM" Statements
John 14:6: "I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me."
John 10:11: I am the good shepherd. The good shepherd lays down his life for the sheep."
John 6:35: "I am the bread of life; whoever comes to me shall not hunger, and whoever believes in me shall never thirst."
John 8:32: "I am the light of the world; he who follows me will not walk in darkness, but will have the light of life."
John 11:25: "I am the resurrection and the life; he who believes in me, though he die, yet shall he live."
John 15:5" "I am the vine; you are the branches. Whoever abides in me and I in him, he it is that bears much fruit, for apart from me you can do nothing."
Revelation 22:20: "Surely I am coming quickly."
As you read through these remarkable words, may you remember that they are more than just encouraging quotes; they are the living and active words of our Savior - an invitation to live with purpose, love unconditionally, forgive freely, and experience external life through his life, death, and resurrection. Jesus' quotes have touched hearts, healed wounds, and ignited souls for centuries, and their power remains undiminished. May your carry the powerful words of Jesus with you, allowing them to shape your choices, illuminate your path, and fill your life with the grace and love of Jesus Christ.
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This article is part of our larger Inspiring Quotes resource meant to encourage and strengthen your faith. Visit our most popular quotes by well known Christians and theologians to find more inspiration. Remember, the Holy Spirit can work through us when we have faith and share it with others! Please pass along any quotes that touch your heart because you never know light you’ll shine on someone else’s dark day!
