2 Thessalonians 2:14

Whereunto he called you by our gospel, to the obtaining of the glory of our Lord Jesus Christ.

Cross-reference

In 2 Thessalonians 1:11, Paul prays believers would be made worthy of this same calling, showing the practical outworking of God's call to glory.

Ephesians 1:18 expands on the calling: it is a hope with a glorious inheritance among the saints.

Revelation 22:3-5 describes reigning with God and seeing his face — the full experience of Christ's glory.

Revelation 21:23 depicts the glory of God and the Lamb illuminating the New Jerusalem — the glory we share.

Revelation 3:21 promises that overcomers will sit with Christ on his throne — the ultimate sharing of his glory.

1 Peter 5:10 also speaks of the God who called you to eternal glory in Christ — reinforcing the promise of restoration after suffering.

1 Peter 1:4 Parallel

1 Peter 1:4 describes the inheritance as imperishable and kept in heaven — the glorious destiny we are called to.

2 Timothy 2:12 adds that sharing Christ's glory involves reigning with him, conditional on endurance.

1 Thessalonians 2:12 says God calls you into His kingdom and glory — using almost identical language for the same calling to glory.

1 Thessalonians 1:5 describes the gospel coming with power and the Holy Spirit—the same gospel that here calls believers to glory.

Romans 8:28-30 unfolds the golden chain of calling, predestination, and glorification — showing that the call to glory here fits God's eternal purpose.

Romans 8:17 Parallel

Romans 8:17 says believers are heirs with Christ and will be glorified with Him—the same sharing of glory called for here.

John 14:3 Parallel

John 14:3 promises believers will be with Christ where He is—the very glory they are called to share.

John 17:22 Parallel

John 17:22 states Jesus gives His glory to believers—directly matching the call to share Christ's glory here.

John 17:24 Parallel

John 17:24 desires believers to be with Christ and see His glory—the same glory they are called to share.

Isaiah 45:17 promises everlasting salvation without shame, directly echoing the call to share in Christ's glory.

Romans 3:23 Contrast

Romans 3:23 contrasts humanity falling short of glory with being called to share in Christ's glory.

John 5:24 Parallel

John 5:24 promises eternal life to those who hear and believe, directly aligning with the gospel call to share in glory.

John 6:37 Related theme

In John 6:37, the Father gives people to Jesus—the same divine initiative behind the calling to glory here.

John 6:39 Parallel

John 6:39 promises Jesus will raise those given by the Father—connecting to the final glory believers are called to share.

Hebrews 3:1 Parallel

Hebrews 3:1 addresses those who share in the heavenly calling, directly paralleling the call to share in Christ's glory here.

2 Timothy 2:10 mentions enduring all for the elect to obtain salvation with eternal glory — the same goal as this calling.

2 Timothy 1:9 speaks of God's call to a holy life by his own purpose and grace — the same divine calling through the gospel.

1 Timothy 6:12 urges taking hold of eternal life to which you were called — directly echoing this calling to share in Christ's glory.

1 Thessalonians 5:9 confirms God's appointment to salvation rather than wrath, reinforcing the assurance behind the call to glory in 2 Thessalonians 2:14.

1 Thessalonians 4:7 states God's call to holiness, while 2 Thessalonians 2:14 calls to glory—two purposes of God's calling complement each other.

Acts 2:39 Parallel

Acts 2:39 extends the promise to all whom God calls—directly echoing the calling through the gospel in 2 Thess 2:14.

Philippians 3:14 uses the same 'called' language to describe Paul's heavenly prize, directly parallel to the call to share in Christ's glory.

Romans 8:18 Parallel

Romans 8:18 echoes the future glory believers will share, comparing present sufferings to that coming glory.

Acts 13:48 Parallel

Acts 13:48 shows those appointed to eternal life believing—parallel to being called through the gospel to share in glory.

Romans 8:30 Parallel

Romans 8:30 includes calling and glorification in the chain of salvation, directly paralleling the call to glory.

Romans 9:23 Parallel

Romans 9:23 speaks of preparing objects of mercy for glory, directly echoing the call to share Christ's glory.

Romans 10:17 Related theme

Romans 10:17 ties faith to hearing the gospel message, which is the means of the call in 2 Thessalonians 2:14.

Galatians 1:6 also speaks of God's calling, but warns against deserting it for a different gospel—contrasting the call to glory here with the danger of turning away.

In Galatians 1:15, Paul describes his own calling by God's grace, echoing the divine calling to glory in 2 Thessalonians 2:14 but specifying his apostolic vocation.

Ephesians 1:4 reveals God's eternal election before creation, which grounds the calling to glory in 2 Thessalonians 2:14—choice precedes call.

Philippians 1:6 assures that God who began the work will complete it, directly supporting the call to glory in 2 Thessalonians 2:14 as a secure promise.

Philippians 2:13 describes God working in believers to fulfill his purpose, aligning with the call to glory in 2 Thessalonians 2:14 as God's ongoing work.

Colossians 3:12 Related theme

Colossians 3:12 calls believers God's chosen, holy, and beloved—identity that corresponds to being called to glory in 2 Thessalonians 2:14.

2 Peter 1:3 Parallel

2 Peter 1:3 echoes the same calling by God's glory and goodness, emphasizing that this call equips believers for godly living.

1 Corinthians 1:9 highlights the calling into fellowship with Christ—the context for obtaining His glory in this verse.

1 Peter 1:5 Parallel

1 Peter 1:5 shows that those called are shielded by God's power until the final salvation is revealed.

2 Peter 1:10 urges believers to confirm their calling and election, building on the same calling mentioned here.

Joel 2:32 Allusion

Joel 2:32 declares that everyone who calls on the Lord will be saved, connecting to the gospel call that leads to glory.

Deuteronomy 7:8 shows God's call based on his love and covenant faithfulness — the same love behind the gospel call.

Romans 1:6 Related theme

Romans 1:1 speaks of Paul's apostolic calling—parallel in concept of divine calling, but to a different role.