6 pairs
1 Corinthians 15:3-4 summarizes the gospel message, emphasizing Christ's death for our sins and His resurrection, which fulfills the prophecy of the suffering servant in Isaiah 53:5-6.
Thematic focusAtonement, Resurrection, Fulfillment of Prophecy.
1 Corinthians 15:20 declares Christ as the firstfruits of those who have fallen asleep, which aligns with Colossians 1:18 where Christ is described as the firstborn from the dead.
Thematic focusResurrection, Christ's Preeminence.
1 Corinthians 15:22 contrasts Adam and Christ, stating that in Adam all die, but in Christ all will be made alive, which is further explained in Romans 5:12-21.
Thematic focusOriginal Sin, Redemption, New Life in Christ.
1 Corinthians 15:26 speaks of the last enemy, death, being destroyed, which is depicted in Revelation 20:14 where death and Hades are thrown into the lake of fire.
Thematic focusVictory over Death, Eschatology.
1 Corinthians 15:45 contrasts the first Adam, a living being, with the last Adam, a life-giving spirit, referencing Genesis 2:7 where God breathes life into Adam.
Thematic focusCreation, New Creation in Christ.
1 Corinthians 15:54-55 proclaims the victory over death, echoing Isaiah 25:8 where God promises to swallow up death forever.
Thematic focusVictory, Eternal Life, Fulfillment of Prophecy.