Cross-References — Isaiah 40

5 pairs

1. Isaiah 40:3→referencesMatthew 3:3

   Isaiah 40:3 speaks of a voice crying in the wilderness to prepare the way of the Lord, which is identified in Matthew 3:3 as John the Baptist preparing the way for Jesus.

   Thematic focusPreparation, Prophecy, John the Baptist.

   • #Preparation
   • #Prophecy
   • #JohnTheBaptist

2. Isaiah 40:8→references1 Peter 1:24-25

   Isaiah 40:8 declares the enduring nature of God's word, which is echoed in 1 Peter 1:24-25, emphasizing the eternal and unchanging truth of Scripture.

   Thematic focusEternal Word, Scripture, Truth.

   • #EternalWord
   • #Scripture
   • #Truth

3. Isaiah 40:11→referencesJohn 10:11

   Isaiah 40:11 portrays God as a shepherd caring for His flock, a theme Jesus applies to Himself in John 10:11 as the Good Shepherd who lays down His life for the sheep.

   Thematic focusShepherd, Care, Jesus.

   • #Shepherd
   • #Care
   • #Jesus

4. Isaiah 40:28→referencesPsalm 121:4

   Isaiah 40:28 describes God as the everlasting Creator who does not grow weary, paralleling Psalm 121:4, which assures that God does not slumber or sleep.

   Thematic focusGod's Nature, Creator, Sustainer.

   • #GodsNature
   • #Creator
   • #Sustainer

5. Isaiah 40:31→referencesPhilippians 4:13

   Isaiah 40:31 promises renewed strength to those who wait on the Lord, which is echoed in Philippians 4:13, where Paul speaks of being able to do all things through Christ who strengthens him.

   Thematic focusStrength, Faith, Endurance.

   • #Strength
   • #Faith
   • #Endurance

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