2 Corinthians 10:7

Do ye look on things after the outward appearance? If any man trust to himself that he is Christ’s, let him of himself think this again, that, as he is Christ’s, even so are we Christ’s.

Cross-references

2 Corinthians 10:1 shows Paul's meekness in person—the appearance that leads to superficial judgment, which 10:7 warns against.

2 Corinthians 13:3 Historical context

2 Corinthians 13:3 shows the Corinthians seek proof of Christ speaking in Paul, directly related to his call in 10:7 to recognize him as Christ's.

2 Corinthians 12:11 asserts Paul is not inferior to super-apostles, echoing his claim in 10:7 that he is equally Christ's.

2 Corinthians 11:23 Historical context

2 Corinthians 11:23 lists Paul's sufferings as proof of his service to Christ, providing evidence for his claim in 10:7 that he is Christ's.

2 Corinthians 11:18 introduces boasting according to the flesh, which parallels the judging by appearances Paul challenges in 10:7.

2 Corinthians 11:4 Historical context

In 2 Corinthians 11:4, Paul warns about false teachers preaching a different Jesus, showing why he must assert his belonging to Christ in 10:7.

In 2 Corinthians 5:12, Paul explicitly contrasts outward appearance with heart, reinforcing the same warning against superficial judgments.

1 Corinthians 9:1 defends Paul's apostleship with rhetorical questions, paralleling his claim in 10:7 that he is Christ's.

Galatians 2:5–9 Historical context

Galatians 2:5-9 describes Paul's acceptance by the Jerusalem apostles, confirming his equal standing as Christ's as claimed in 10:7.

1 Samuel 16:7 declares that God looks on the heart, not outward appearance, providing the OT foundation for Paul's rebuke of judging by externals.

1 Corinthians 3:23 states 'you are Christ's', directly affirming the belonging-to-Christ claim that Paul challenges others to reconsider.

Romans 2:29 Parallel

Romans 2:29 continues with inward circumcision of the heart, deepening the inward-vs-outward contrast Paul uses.

Romans 2:28 Parallel

Romans 2:28 distinguishes outward vs inward identity, reinforcing Paul's theme that true belonging is not external.

John 7:24 Parallel

John 7:24 directly commands not to judge by appearances, a clear parallel to Paul's admonition against outward evaluation.

Luke 16:15 Parallel

Luke 16:15 says God knows hearts and what is exalted among men is abomination to God, echoing the contrast between human and divine judgment.

Matthew 23:5 describes Pharisees doing deeds to be seen by others, illustrating the same outward-focused mindset Paul warns against.

1 Corinthians 4:6 warns against being puffed up over one leader against another — the very pride Paul confronts in 2 Cor 10:7.

Romans 8:9 Parallel

Romans 8:9 defines belonging to Christ as having the Spirit — the criterion underlying Paul's claim that he too is Christ's.

Galatians 3:29 defines being 'Christ's' as being Abraham's offspring and heirs, grounding Paul's claim that he is equally Christ's.

1 Corinthians 14:37 calls those who think they are spiritual to acknowledge Paul's commands, paralleling the demand for self-reflection in 10:7.

Galatians 1:11–13 Historical context

Galatians 1:11-13 recounts Paul's divine revelation and past, explaining the source of his belonging to Christ that he asserts in 10:7.

Mark 9:41 Parallel

Mark 9:41 promises reward for serving because someone belongs to Christ — the same identity Paul uses to assert his own belonging.

Galatians 5:24 says those belonging to Christ have crucified the flesh — adding an ethical test to the claim of belonging Paul addresses.