Cross-References — Romans 4

6 pairs

Romans 4:3referencesGenesis 15:6
Romans 4:3 cites Genesis 15:6 to illustrate that Abraham's faith was credited to him as righteousness, emphasizing justification by faith.
Thematic focusJustification by Faith, Righteousness.
Romans 4:7-8referencesPsalm 32:1-2
Romans 4:7-8 quotes Psalm 32:1-2, highlighting the blessedness of those whose sins are forgiven, reinforcing the theme of grace and forgiveness.
Thematic focusForgiveness, Grace, Blessedness.
Romans 4:11referencesGenesis 17:10-11
Romans 4:11 discusses circumcision as a sign and seal of the righteousness Abraham had by faith, connecting to the covenant sign in Genesis 17:10-11.
Thematic focusCovenant, Faith, Righteousness.
Romans 4:17referencesGenesis 17:5
Romans 4:17 refers to God's promise to make Abraham a father of many nations, as stated in Genesis 17:5, underscoring God's faithfulness and promise.
Thematic focusPromise, Faithfulness, Nations.
Romans 4:18referencesGenesis 15:5
Romans 4:18 speaks of Abraham's hope against hope, believing God's promise of numerous descendants, as initially promised in Genesis 15:5.
Thematic focusHope, Faith, Promise.
Romans 4:22referencesJames 2:23
Romans 4:22 states that Abraham's faith was credited as righteousness, which James 2:23 also affirms, showing the harmony of faith and works.
Thematic focusFaith, Righteousness, Works.

Romans 4:3→referencesGenesis 15:6