Cross-References — 2 Thessalonians 3

6 pairs

1. 2 Thessalonians 3:1→referencesColossians 4:3

   Both passages involve a request for prayer that the word of the Lord may spread rapidly and be honored, indicating the importance of prayer in the mission of spreading the Gospel.

   Thematic focusPrayer, Evangelism, Gospel Proclamation.

   • #Prayer
   • #Evangelism
   • #Gospel

2. 2 Thessalonians 3:3→referencesPsalm 121:7

   2 Thessalonians 3:3 speaks of the Lord being faithful and protecting from evil, which echoes the promise of protection found in Psalm 121:7.

   Thematic focusDivine Protection, Faithfulness of God.

   • #Protection
   • #Faithfulness
   • #God

3. 2 Thessalonians 3:6→references1 Corinthians 5:11

   Both passages address the issue of disassociating from those who live in a disorderly or sinful manner, emphasizing the need for purity and discipline within the Christian community.

   Thematic focusChurch Discipline, Community Purity.

   • #Discipline
   • #Community
   • #Purity

4. 2 Thessalonians 3:10→references1 Timothy 5:8

   2 Thessalonians 3:10 emphasizes the principle that if anyone is not willing to work, they should not eat, which aligns with 1 Timothy 5:8's teaching on providing for one's family.

   Thematic focusWork Ethic, Responsibility.

   • #Work
   • #Responsibility
   • #Provision

5. 2 Thessalonians 3:13→referencesGalatians 6:9

   Both verses encourage believers not to grow weary in doing good, highlighting perseverance in righteous living.

   Thematic focusPerseverance, Good Works.

   • #Perseverance
   • #GoodWorks
   • #Encouragement

6. 2 Thessalonians 3:16→referencesPhilippians 4:7

   2 Thessalonians 3:16 speaks of the Lord of peace giving peace at all times, which is similar to Philippians 4:7's promise of the peace of God guarding hearts and minds.

   Thematic focusPeace, Divine Presence.

   • #Peace
   • #God
   • #Presence

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