1 Corinthians 16:13
Watch ye, stand fast in the faith, quit you like men, be strong.
Cross-reference
In 1 Corinthians 15:58, being steadfast and immovable in the Lord's work echoes the call to stand firm and be strong, with assurance of reward.
In 1 Corinthians 15:2, holding fast to the preached word parallels standing firm, emphasizing that salvation requires continued faithfulness.
In 1 Corinthians 15:1, standing in the gospel is the foundation for the command to stand firm in the faith, linking doctrine to perseverance.
In 1 Corinthians 9:25-27, Paul illustrates the self-discipline needed to stand firm using athletic training imagery.
In 1 Thessalonians 3:8, Paul rejoices that the Thessalonians are standing firm in the Lord, showing the outcome of obeying the command.
In Galatians 5:1, standing firm in the freedom Christ gives parallels the call to stand firm in the faith, with a warning against returning to bondage.
In Ephesians 6:10, the same call to 'be strong' is grounded 'in the Lord and in the strength of His might' — specifying the source of that strength.
In Ephesians 6:13-17, the same call to stand firm is expanded with the armor of God imagery for spiritual warfare.
Ephesians 6:18 links alertness with prayer in spiritual warfare—reinforcing Paul's call to be watchful and strong.
In Philippians 1:27, standing firm in one spirit for the gospel echoes the command to stand firm, adding unity and striving together for faith.
In Philippians 4:1, Paul similarly urges believers to 'stand firm in the Lord' — reinforcing the same call to steadfastness.
In Colossians 1:23, Paul ties standing firm to continuing in faith and not moving from the gospel hope.
Colossians 4:2 emphasizes watchfulness in prayer—a direct parallel to Paul's command to be watchful and steadfast.
In Colossians 4:12, Epaphras prays that the Colossians would 'stand firm in all the will of God' — echoing the imperative.
In 2 Corinthians 1:24, Paul affirms that the Corinthians stand firm in their faith, directly reinforcing the command to stand firm in 1 Corinthians 16:13.
1 Thessalonians 5:6 contrasts sleep with being awake and sober—parallel call to vigilance and self-control.
In 2 Thessalonians 2:15, Paul again commands believers to stand firm and hold fast to apostolic teaching.
In 1 Timothy 6:12, Paul urges Timothy to 'fight the good fight of the faith' — a direct parallel to standing firm.
In 2 Timothy 2:1, Paul repeats 'be strong' but adds 'in the grace that is in Christ Jesus' — specifying the sphere of strength.
In 2 Timothy 2:3-5, the soldier and athlete metaphors reinforce the call to endure hardship and stay committed.
2 Timothy 4:5 commands sobriety and endurance in ministry—a parallel to Paul's call to be watchful and stand firm.
In 2 Timothy 4:7, Paul reflects on his own life as having 'fought the good fight' — exemplifying the steadfastness commanded here.
In Hebrews 11:32-34, OT heroes 'were made strong out of weakness' — illustrating the strength and courage called for.
1 Peter 4:7 urges self-control and sober-mindedness in light of the end—consistent with Paul's call to be watchful and strong.
In 1 Peter 5:8, the same command to be watchful is paired with the specific threat of the devil prowling like a lion, urging vigilance.
In Revelation 3:2, the call to wake up and strengthen what remains echoes the exhortation to be watchful and strong, adding urgency before spiritual decline.
In Revelation 3:3, the warning to remember, keep, and repent reinforces watchfulness, with the threat of Christ coming like a thief.
In Revelation 16:15, staying awake and keeping one's garments mirrors the command to be watchful and strong, blessed for readiness.
Matthew 25:13 similarly urges watchfulness for the unknown day—echoing Paul's exhortation to be alert.
In Joshua 1:6, God commands Joshua to 'be strong and courageous' — the same imperative as Paul's 'be strong'.
In 2 Samuel 10:12, Joab urges his brother to 'be strong' and fight bravely for God's people — a direct OT parallel to Paul's call.
In 1 Kings 2:2, David tells Solomon 'Be strong, and show yourself a man' — nearly identical to Paul's 'act like men, be strong'.
In 1 Chronicles 19:13, the same battle cry as 2 Samuel 10:12 — 'be strong, fight bravely for our God' — echoes Paul’s exhortation.
Psalm 27:14 echoes 'be strong and let your heart take courage' — matching the twin exhortation to courage and strength here.
Isaiah 35:4 says 'Be strong; fear not!' — a call to courage and strength amid anxiety, paralleling this verse's command.
Haggai 2:4 repeats 'be strong' three times to leaders and people — a direct parallel to Paul's call for strength and work.
Zechariah 8:9 urges 'let your hands be strong' — a call to active strength in rebuilding, parallel to Paul's exhortation.
Matthew 24:42-44 commands watchfulness for Christ's return—directly reinforcing Paul's 'be watchful' in 1 Cor 16:13.
Mark 13:33-37 uses the same 'stay awake' command in an eschatological context—be ready for the master's return.
Mark 14:37 shows Jesus rebuking sleeping disciples—contrasting Paul's command to 'be watchful' with their failure.
Mark 14:38 expands the command to watch with prayer to resist temptation—reinforcing Paul's call to be strong in faith.
Luke 12:35-40 uses imagery of servants waiting for their master—a parallel call to readiness and vigilance.
Luke 21:36 commands staying awake and praying for strength—directly echoing Paul's call to be watchful and strong.
In Colossians 2:5, Paul rejoices in the firmness of the believers' faith, directly reflecting the call to stand firm in the faith here.
In 2 Chronicles 15:7, the same exhortation 'be strong' appears, with the promise of reward for faithful work.
In Romans 4:20, Abraham grows strong in faith, exemplifying the standing firm in faith called for here.
In Romans 11:20, Paul contrasts unbelief with standing fast through faith, directly echoing the command here.
Deuteronomy 31:6 commands 'be strong and courageous' with God's promise — an OT parallel to this NT exhortation.
Matthew 26:41 adds 'pray' to the watch command—showing the means to stand firm against temptation, complementing 'be strong'.
2 Corinthians 12:10 declares 'when I am weak, then I am strong' — a paradoxical complement to the command to be strong.
2 Corinthians 12:9 reveals that God's strength is made perfect in weakness — the divine source of the strength Paul commands here.
In 2 Chronicles 12:14, Rehoboam's failure to seek the Lord contrasts with the call here to stand firm in faith and be strong.
Daniel 11:32 describes those who 'know their God shall stand firm and take action' — a parallel to standing firm in faith and acting like men.