In 1 Corinthians 7:28, marriage brings worldly trouble, reinforcing Paul's point that singleness avoids distraction.

1 Corinthians 7:33 explains the married man’s divided interest in pleasing his wife — the very distraction Paul’s advice seeks to prevent.

1 Corinthians 7:34 expands on divided interests between married and unmarried, directly supporting Paul’s aim of undivided devotion to the Lord.

1 Corinthians 7:8 states Paul’s preference for singleness — directly aligning with his goal of undivided devotion in the main verse.

In 1 Cor 7:40, Paul concludes that remaining unmarried is happier and claims the Spirit's authority—affirming 7:35's goal of undivided devotion.

In 1 Corinthians 7:2, marriage is commanded to avoid fornication, contrasting with Paul's ideal of undivided devotion in singleness.

1 Corinthians 7:36 provides a pastoral exception for marriage, applying the principle of undivided devotion.

1 Corinthians 7:5-9 expands on marital relations and the concession for prayer, complementing the call to undivided attention.

In Matthew 19:12, Jesus commends eunuchs for the kingdom, echoing Paul's commendation of singleness for undivided devotion.

Luke 10:40-42 contrasts Martha’s distraction with Mary’s focus on Jesus — illustrating the undivided devotion Paul commends.

Matthew 19:11 acknowledges celibacy as a gift not given to all — supporting Paul’s careful recommendation that singleness aids devotion.

Luke 8:14 shows cares of life choking spiritual fruit — echoing Paul’s warning about worldly distractions hindering devotion.

Luke 21:34 warns against being weighed down by life’s cares — similar to Paul’s concern for avoiding distractions from the Lord.