1 Corinthians 6:3
Know ye not that we shall judge angels? how much more things that pertain to this life?
Cross-reference
1 Cor 6:4 applies the argument: if we judge angels, we can handle minor disputes—direct continuation of the passage.
1 Corinthians 6:9 continues Paul's argument: since believers will judge angels, they should not act like the unrighteous who won't inherit the kingdom.
2 Pet 2:4 says sinful angels are kept for judgment—confirms that angels are judged, and saints participate.
Jude 6 says angels who sinned are kept in chains for the great day judgment—parallel to our future role in judging angels.
Daniel 7:22 says judgment was given to the holy people — a strong parallel to believers judging angels, both involving saints in divine judgment.
Zechariah 3:7 promises Joshua a place among the angelic court and charge over God's house — a direct parallel to believers judging angels.
In Matthew 19:28, Jesus promises the apostles will sit on thrones judging Israel — a specific example of the judging role Paul extends to all believers here.
Luke 22:30 similarly promises apostles will judge the twelve tribes, reinforcing the same future judging authority Paul mentions for believers.
Revelation 2:26 promises authority over nations to the conqueror — parallel to the authority over angels Paul describes believers having.
Revelation 3:21 promises sitting with Christ on his throne — the ultimate ruling position, consistent with judging angels in 1 Corinthians 6:3.
Revelation 20:4 shows believers sitting on thrones with authority to judge — a direct parallel to Paul's statement that we will judge angels.
Psalm 149:9 describes faithful people executing written judgment on nations — a parallel to believers judging angels, though the subjects differ.