Romans 8:1referencesJohn 3:18
Romans 8:1 declares that there is no condemnation for those in Christ Jesus, which aligns with John 3:18, where Jesus states that whoever believes in Him is not condemned.
Thematic focusJustification, Freedom in Christ.
Cross-References — Romans 8
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Romans 8:14referencesGalatians 4:6
Romans 8:14 speaks of being led by the Spirit of God as sons of God, which is echoed in Galatians 4:6, where believers are described as receiving the Spirit of adoption, crying 'Abba, Father.'
Thematic focusAdoption, Sonship, Holy Spirit.
Romans 8:18references2 Corinthians 4:17
Romans 8:18 discusses the present sufferings not being worth comparing to future glory, similar to 2 Corinthians 4:17, which describes our light and momentary troubles achieving an eternal glory.
Thematic focusSuffering, Future Glory, Hope.
Romans 8:28referencesGenesis 50:20
Romans 8:28 assures that God works all things for good for those who love Him, which is exemplified in Genesis 50:20, where Joseph tells his brothers that God intended their actions for good.
Thematic focusProvidence, Sovereignty of God.
Romans 8:31referencesPsalm 118:6
Romans 8:31 states that if God is for us, who can be against us, resonating with Psalm 118:6, which declares that the Lord is on my side; I will not fear.
Thematic focusDivine Support, Confidence in God.
Romans 8:35references2 Corinthians 11:23-28
Romans 8:35 questions what can separate us from the love of Christ, listing hardships, which Paul personally experienced and detailed in 2 Corinthians 11:23-28.
Thematic focusLove of Christ, Perseverance.
Romans 8:37references1 John 5:4
Romans 8:37 proclaims that we are more than conquerors through Him who loved us, which is echoed in 1 John 5:4, where faith is described as the victory that overcomes the world.
Thematic focusVictory, Overcoming, Faith.