1 Thessalonians 4:18
Wherefore comfort one another with these words.
Cross-reference
In 1 Thessalonians 5:10, the same letter gives another promise of living with Christ — the basis for the encouragement commanded in 4:18.
In 1 Thessalonians 5:14, Paul expands the same 'encourage' command into specific actions like warning and helping — building directly on this verse.
In Hebrews 10:25, the command to encourage one another, especially as the Day approaches, directly parallels Paul's instruction to comfort with resurrection words.
In Acts 20:12, the raising of Eutychus brings comfort to the believers — a direct parallel to the comfort from resurrection teaching.
In 1 Corinthians 14:3, prophecy brings encouragement and consolation — a direct parallel to the call to comfort one another.
In 1 Corinthians 14:31, all prophesy so that all may be encouraged — a parallel emphasis on mutual encouragement in the church.
In 2 Corinthians 1:4, God comforts us so we can comfort others — the same principle of mutual comfort that underlies this verse.
In 2 Corinthians 5:8, Paul expresses confidence to be at home with the Lord — reinforcing the hope that comforts believers facing death.
In 2 Corinthians 13:11, Paul directly commands to 'comfort one another' — the same exhortation as here, forming a clear parallel.
Hebrews 3:13 urges daily exhortation to prevent hardening — a direct parallel to the call to encourage one another with the hope of the Lord's return.
In John 12:26, Jesus promises his servant will be with him — reinforces the hope of being with Christ that comforts believers.
In Colossians 4:8, Paul sends Tychicus to encourage hearts — a specific instance of the mutual encouragement commanded here.
In Ecclesiastes 4:10, the proverb about lifting up a fallen companion illustrates the mutual support Paul commands.
In Luke 21:28, Jesus encourages believers to look up because redemption draws near — the same eschatological hope Paul says to encourage one another with.
In Colossians 3:16, Paul similarly calls for mutual teaching and admonition — a parallel encouragement to build up one another in the faith.
In John 11:19, friends console Mary and Martha — a similar act of comforting mourners, though without the specific resurrection hope.