St. Ignatius of Antioch Quotes

Do nothing without the bishop.

Wherever the bishop is, there is the Catholic Church.

Ignorance of Scripture is ignorance of Christ.

I am God’s wheat, and I shall be ground by the teeth of beasts.

It is better to die for Christ than to reign over all the ends of the earth.

Let me become food for the wild beasts.

The more you love your own body, the less you love Christ.

It is better to be silent and be real than to talk and not be.

I am a small piece of the great mosaic of God’s creation.

God does not call the qualified, He qualifies the called.

God’s grace is sufficient for me in every situation.

Do not be afraid to stand up for your faith, even if it means standing alone.

God’s love is stronger than any fear or doubt.

Be a light in the darkness, for it is in the dark that light shines the brightest.

The true measure of greatness is not how many people serve you, but how many people you serve.

Trust in God’s plan, even when you cannot understand it.

The greatest battles are fought on our knees.

God will never leave you nor forsake you.

Humility is the gateway to greatness.

Be grateful for the small blessings, for they are the stepping stones to greater ones.

In the midst of trials, remember that joy comes in the morning.

Do not let your past mistakes define your future.

Love covers a multitude of sins.

Seek first the kingdom of God, and everything else will fall into place.

God’s love knows no boundaries, so neither should ours.

Be a peacemaker in a world full of division.

Do not be afraid to take risks for the sake of the gospel.

The greatest act of love is to lay down one’s life for their friends.

Live each day as if it were your last, for you never know when it will be.

Do not be discouraged by setbacks, for they are only setups for comebacks.

The path to greatness is paved with sacrifice.

Pray always, for prayer is our direct line to God.

Learn from the mistakes of others, for you do not have enough time to make them all yourself.

Forgive others, for it is in forgiveness that we find true freedom.

Do not be afraid to ask for help, for it is a sign of strength, not weakness.

Do not judge others, for you do not know their full story.

Speak the truth in love, for harsh words build walls, but loving words build bridges.

Be quick to listen, slow to speak, and slow to anger.

Find joy in the simple things, for they are often the most beautiful.

Do not be afraid to dream big dreams, for God is able to do immeasurably more than we can ask or imagine.

Do not let the opinions of others define your worth.

Live a life worthy of your calling, for you were created for a purpose.

Love your enemies, for it is in loving them that we truly reflect the love of Christ.

Do not be discouraged by setbacks, for they are only opportunities for growth.

Be a beacon of hope in a world full of despair.

Do not be afraid to stand up for what is right, even if it means standing alone.

Always be humble and kind, for humility and kindness are the marks of a true servant of God.

Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, present your requests to God.

Do not let fear hold you back from pursuing your dreams, for God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and a sound mind.

The greatest act of faith is to trust God in the midst of uncertainty.