5 pairs
2 Corinthians 12:9 speaks of God's grace being sufficient and His power made perfect in weakness, which aligns with Philippians 4:13 where Paul declares he can do all things through Christ who strengthens him.
Thematic focusStrength in Weakness, Divine Grace.
2 Corinthians 12:2 describes a man caught up to the third heaven, which parallels John's vision in Revelation 4:1-2 where he is called up to heaven to see divine revelations.
Thematic focusHeavenly Visions, Revelation.
2 Corinthians 12:10 speaks of delighting in weaknesses and hardships for Christ's sake, which is similar to James 1:2-4 where believers are encouraged to consider trials as joy because they produce perseverance.
Thematic focusJoy in Trials, Perseverance.
2 Corinthians 12:7 mentions a thorn in the flesh given to Paul to prevent pride, similar to Job 2:7 where Job is afflicted with painful sores, both serving as tests of faith and humility.
Thematic focusSuffering, Humility.
2 Corinthians 12:4 describes hearing inexpressible things in paradise, which echoes 1 Corinthians 2:9 about the unimaginable things God has prepared for those who love Him.
Thematic focusMysteries of God, Divine Revelation.