5 pairs
2 Chronicles 15:2 emphasizes that the Lord is with those who are with Him, a principle echoed in James 4:8, which encourages believers to draw near to God, promising that He will draw near to them.
Thematic focusDivine Presence, Relationship with God.
2 Chronicles 15:7 encourages strength and perseverance, promising reward for work, similar to Galatians 6:9, which urges believers not to grow weary in doing good, for they will reap a harvest if they do not give up.
Thematic focusPerseverance, Reward for Faithfulness.
2 Chronicles 15:8 describes Asa's reforms, removing idols and restoring the altar, paralleling 1 Kings 15:12-13, which also records Asa's actions against idolatry, highlighting his commitment to purifying worship.
Thematic focusReformation, Purity of Worship.
2 Chronicles 15:12 records the covenant to seek the Lord wholeheartedly, reflecting the command in Deuteronomy 6:5 to love the Lord with all one's heart, soul, and strength.
Thematic focusCovenant, Wholehearted Devotion.
2 Chronicles 15:15 highlights the joy and peace that come from seeking God with all their heart, similar to Psalm 119:2, which blesses those who seek Him with their whole heart.
Thematic focusJoy, Peace, Seeking God.