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Cross-References — 2 Corinthians 4

5 pairs

  1. 2 Corinthians 4:6referencesGenesis 1:3

    2 Corinthians 4:6 speaks of God commanding light to shine out of darkness, paralleling the creation account in Genesis 1:3 where God says, 'Let there be light.' This connection emphasizes God's power to bring spiritual enlightenment and new creation in Christ.

    Thematic focusCreation, Light, Spiritual Enlightenment.

  2. 2 Corinthians 4:7references2 Timothy 2:20-21

    2 Corinthians 4:7 describes believers as 'jars of clay' containing the treasure of the gospel, highlighting human frailty and divine power. 2 Timothy 2:20-21 uses the metaphor of vessels to describe believers' roles in God's household, emphasizing purity and usefulness.

    Thematic focusHuman Frailty, Divine Power, Vessels for Honor.

  3. 2 Corinthians 4:10referencesPhilippians 3:10

    2 Corinthians 4:10 speaks of carrying the death of Jesus in our bodies, so that His life may also be revealed. Philippians 3:10 echoes this by expressing a desire to know Christ and the power of His resurrection, sharing in His sufferings.

    Thematic focusSuffering, Resurrection, Union with Christ.

  4. 2 Corinthians 4:16referencesIsaiah 40:31

    2 Corinthians 4:16 speaks of the inner self being renewed day by day, despite outward decay. Isaiah 40:31 promises that those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength, drawing a parallel in the theme of spiritual renewal and perseverance.

    Thematic focusRenewal, Perseverance, Hope.

  5. 2 Corinthians 4:17referencesRomans 8:18

    2 Corinthians 4:17 describes present sufferings as light and momentary compared to the eternal glory to come. Romans 8:18 similarly states that present sufferings are not worth comparing with the glory that will be revealed, emphasizing the hope of future glory.

    Thematic focusSuffering, Future Glory, Hope.

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