5 pairs
2 Corinthians 2:10 discusses forgiveness, which is a central theme in Matthew 6:14-15, where Jesus teaches about the necessity of forgiving others to receive forgiveness from God.
Thematic focusForgiveness, Reconciliation.
2 Corinthians 2:11 warns against being outwitted by Satan, similar to Ephesians 6:11, which instructs believers to put on the full armor of God to stand against the devil's schemes.
Thematic focusSpiritual Warfare, Awareness of Satan's Schemes.
2 Corinthians 2:14 speaks of God leading us in triumph in Christ, which parallels Colossians 2:15, where Christ's victory over principalities and powers is described.
Thematic focusVictory in Christ, Triumph over Evil.
2 Corinthians 2:15 describes believers as the fragrance of Christ, which is echoed in Ephesians 5:2, where believers are called to walk in love as Christ loved us, offering Himself as a fragrant offering.
Thematic focusWitness, Sacrificial Love.
2 Corinthians 2:16 speaks of the dual response to the gospel, as either life or death, similar to 1 Peter 2:7-8, where Christ is a cornerstone to some and a stumbling block to others.
Thematic focusGospel Response, Division.