Cross-References — Acts 7
8 pairs
Acts 7:9referencesGenesis 37:28
Stephen recounts the story of Joseph being sold into slavery by his brothers, as recorded in Genesis 37:28, illustrating God's providence and faithfulness despite human betrayal.
Thematic focusProvidence, Betrayal, Faithfulness.
Acts 7:30referencesExodus 3:2
Stephen describes the appearance of God to Moses in the burning bush, as originally recorded in Exodus 3:2, emphasizing God's revelation and calling.
Thematic focusRevelation, Calling, Holiness.
Acts 7:37referencesDeuteronomy 18:15
Stephen cites Moses' prophecy about God raising up a prophet like him, as found in Deuteronomy 18:15, pointing to Jesus as the fulfillment of this prophecy.
Thematic focusProphecy, Fulfillment, Messiah.
Acts 7:42referencesAmos 5:25-27
Stephen references the Israelites' idolatry in the wilderness, quoting Amos 5:25-27, to illustrate their historical pattern of disobedience.
Thematic focusIdolatry, Disobedience, Judgment.
Acts 7:48referencesIsaiah 66:1-2
Stephen quotes Isaiah 66:1-2 to emphasize that God does not dwell in temples made by human hands, highlighting the transcendence of God.
Thematic focusTranscendence, Worship, God's Presence.
Acts 7:52referencesMatthew 23:37
Stephen accuses the Jewish leaders of betraying and murdering the Righteous One, similar to Jesus' lament over Jerusalem in Matthew 23:37, highlighting the rejection of God's messengers.
Thematic focusRejection, Prophets, Messiah.
Acts 7:55referencesDaniel 7:13-14
Stephen sees Jesus standing at the right hand of God, echoing the vision of the Son of Man in Daniel 7:13-14, affirming Jesus' divine authority and glory.
Thematic focusDivine Authority, Vision, Son of Man.