In 2 Thessalonians 3:7, Paul explicitly states his behavior was an example to follow, directly supporting why he offers himself as a model here.

In Matthew 10:10, Jesus says the laborer deserves his food — this is the right Paul says he had but chose not to use.

1 Corinthians 9:4-14 expands on the apostle's right to support, which Paul mentions and voluntarily sets aside here.

In 1 Peter 5:3, elders are to be examples to the flock — same idea of leaders modeling behavior rather than lording over.

Nehemiah 5:14 records Nehemiah not taking his governor's allowance to avoid burdening the people — directly parallel to Paul's model.

In Hebrews 13:7, believers are told to imitate the faith of their leaders — same principle of following the example of teachers.

In 1 Thessalonians 1:6, the Thessalonians became imitators of Paul — the direct result of the example he set.

In Philippians 3:17, Paul urges believers to follow his example — same imitation motif as in Thessalonica.

In 2 Corinthians 11:9, Paul describes not being a burden financially — another instance of his self-supporting practice.

In 1 Corinthians 11:1, Paul explicitly calls for imitation of himself — exactly the 'imitate me' pattern from 2 Thessalonians.

In 1 Corinthians 9:12, Paul similarly waives his right to support to avoid hindering the gospel — same logic of foregoing a right for others' sake.

1 Corinthians 4:16 calls believers to imitate Paul — the same 'model to imitate' concept as here, applied to his conduct.

In Acts 20:34, Paul declares he worked to support himself and others — the same principle behind the example he set.

Acts 18:3 shows Paul working as a tentmaker — the practice behind his example of self-support in Thessalonica.

1 Peter 2:21 presents Christ's suffering as an example — Paul similarly offers his own conduct as a pattern for believers.

John 13:15 shows Jesus setting an example of humility — Paul applies this same principle of modeling behavior to his work ethic.

Galatians 6:6 instructs sharing with teachers — the principle of support underlying Paul’s right, though he forgoes it.

1 Corinthians 6:12 discusses Paul's restraint in using his rights — he applies similar restraint in not claiming his right to support here.

In Titus 2:7, Paul instructs Titus to be an example of good deeds — same call to model behavior, but for a different leader.