2 Timothy 1:12

For the which cause I also suffer these things: nevertheless I am not ashamed: for I know whom I have believed, and am persuaded that he is able to keep that which I have committed unto him against that day.

Cross-reference

In 2 Timothy 1:8, Paul urges Timothy not to be ashamed—the same theme of unashamed suffering he models in verse 12.

In 2 Timothy 1:18, 'that day' refers to the same eschatological day when God will guard Paul's deposit, now linked to mercy for Onesiphorus.

In 2 Timothy 4:17, the Lord strengthens and delivers Paul, showing the fulfillment of his trust that God would keep what he committed.

In 2 Timothy 4:8, Paul's confidence about 'that day' yields the crown of righteousness, fulfilling the promise of God guarding his deposit.

In 2 Timothy 3:10-12, Paul lists specific persecutions and links suffering to godly living, confirming his own experience in verse 12.

In 2 Timothy 2:9, Paul details his suffering as an evildoer in chains, expanding on the hardships mentioned in verse 12.

In 2 Timothy 4:18, Paul's confidence that the Lord will preserve him for the kingdom echoes the 'able to keep' here — same theme of divine preservation.

In 2 Timothy 4:16, Paul describes being forsaken at his trial, a concrete example of the suffering he endures with confidence in God.

In Ephesians 1:13, believers are sealed with the Holy Spirit as a guarantee—echoing the security of what Paul entrusts to God until that day.

Acts 9:16 Prophetic fulfillment

In Acts 9:16, God predicts Paul's great suffering for His name, revealing that his present trials fulfill that prophecy.

Romans 9:33 Citation

Romans 9:33 quotes Isaiah that believers will not be put to shame—the same promise undergirding Paul's assurance that God will keep what is entrusted to him.

Romans 5:5 Parallel

Romans 5:5 says hope does not put us to shame—directly reinforcing Paul's confidence that his trust in God will not lead to disgrace.

Romans 1:16 Parallel

Romans 1:16 states Paul is not ashamed of the gospel—directly paralleling his conviction in 2 Timothy 1:12 that he knows whom he trusts, even in suffering.

Acts 21:27–31 Historical context

Acts 21:27-31 recounts Paul being seized and beaten — a vivid instance of the suffering he unashamedly endures.

Acts 21:13 Parallel

Acts 21:13 shows Paul's readiness to die for Christ—the same unwavering trust in God's purpose that underlies his confidence in 2 Timothy 1:12.

Acts 14:5 Historical context

Acts 14:5 describes a plot to stone Paul — an example of the sufferings he references here.

Acts 13:50 Historical context

Acts 13:50 records Jewish persecution that expelled Paul — a concrete instance of the suffering he endures unashamedly.

Acts 22:21–24 Historical context

Acts 22:21-24 shows Paul facing flogging — another example of the persecution behind his words.

Ephesians 3:1-8 reveals Paul's imprisonment and stewardship of grace — the very context of his suffering and confidence.

Philippians 1:20 expresses Paul's eager hope to not be ashamed but honor Christ—identical to his confidence in 2 Timothy 1:12 that God is able to guard his deposit.

1 Thessalonians 5:4 Related theme

In 1 Thessalonians 5:4, believers are not surprised by 'that day' because they are children of light, matching Paul's unashamed confidence.

1 Timothy 6:20 charges Timothy to guard the deposit — the same deposit Paul trusts God to guard here.

Hebrews 7:25 says Christ saves completely and intercedes—echoing Paul's confidence that God is able to guard his salvation to the end.

1 Peter 1:5 Parallel

1 Peter 1:5 says believers are shielded by God's power until the last time — matching Paul's conviction that God guards until that day.

1 Peter 4:16 instructs believers suffering as Christians not to be ashamed—directly matching Paul's unashamed confidence in God's protection.

1 Peter 4:19 uses the same 'entrust' language: suffering believers commit their souls to a faithful Creator — a direct parallel to Paul's deposit.

Jude 1:24 Parallel

Jude 1:24 acclaims God who is able to keep you from stumbling — the same 'able to guard' Paul confesses here.

John 17:15 Parallel

Jesus asks the Father to protect disciples from the evil one — directly parallel to Paul's trust in God's guarding power.

Psalm 31:5 Allusion

Psalm 31:5 commits one's spirit into God's hands — the same act of entrusting Paul echoes with 'I have entrusted to Him'.

Isaiah 50:7 Allusion

Isaiah 50:7 expresses the Servant's resolve not to be ashamed — a model for Paul's unashamed stance in suffering.

Psalm 25:2 Parallel

Psalm 25:2 echoes the same confidence of not being ashamed — an Old Testament background for Paul's trust.

Psalm 9:10 Allusion

Psalm 9:10 affirms that those who know God's name trust Him—Paul's 'I know whom I have believed' echoes this trust in God's faithfulness.

Acts 7:59 Parallel

Acts 7:59 shows Stephen committing his spirit to Jesus — a parallel act of trusting God with one's life at death, like Paul.

Luke 23:46 Allusion

Luke 23:46 records Jesus committing His spirit to the Father — the ultimate example of entrusting oneself to God, which Paul follows.

John 6:39 Parallel

In John 6:39, Jesus loses none given to Him but raises them on the last day—direct parallel to Paul's deposit kept until that day.

John 6:40 Parallel

John 6:40 promises resurrection on the last day for believers—the same 'that day' Paul looks forward to when his deposit is kept.

John 17:12 Parallel

John 17:12 states Jesus kept those given to Him, losing none — reinforcing Paul's certainty that God will keep what is entrusted.

John 17:11 Parallel

In John 17:11, Jesus prays for the Father to protect His disciples — the same guarding Paul relies on for his entrusted life.

In John 10:28-30, Jesus promises no one can snatch believers from His hand—directly parallel to Paul's confidence that God will guard his deposit.

Romans 8:38 Parallel

Romans 8:38 uses the same Greek word 'pepeismai' (I am persuaded) for confidence that nothing can separate us—strong verbal and thematic parallel.

Psalm 16:1 Parallel

In Psalm 16:1, David's prayer 'Preserve me, O God' directly echoes Paul's confidence that God will guard his deposit until that day.

1 Peter 2:23 shows Christ committing Himself to God—mirroring Paul's entrusting his deposit to God in 2 Timothy 1:12.

In 2 Thessalonians 1:10, Paul describes 'that Day' when Christ is glorified — the same day he looks forward to here when God will keep his deposit.

Mark 8:38 Parallel

In Mark 8:38, Jesus warns against being ashamed of him—directly connecting to Paul's declaration that he is not ashamed and trusts God.

Luke 9:26 Parallel

In Luke 9:26, Jesus warns of shame at his coming—the same warning that underscores Paul's confidence in not being ashamed.

Acts 27:25 Parallel

Acts 27:25 has Paul expressing firm belief that God will fulfill His promise—a direct parallel of confident trust in God's ability.

In 2 Corinthians 5:1, Paul's assurance of an eternal dwelling echoes the 'keeping' here — both trust God for what lies beyond earthly life.

In 1 Corinthians 15:19, Paul argues that hope is not limited to this life — undergirding his confidence here that God keeps for the future day.

Romans 4:21 Parallel

Romans 4:21 describes Abraham fully persuaded that God was able to do what He promised—identical language and theme of trust in God's power.

Philippians 3:10 deepens the link between knowing Christ and sharing in His sufferings — Paul's confidence is rooted in that fellowship.

Exodus 22:10 Historical context

In Exodus 22:10, laws about entrusted property provide the legal background for Paul's metaphor of depositing his life with God.

Psalm 10:14 Parallel

In Psalm 10:14, the helpless commits himself to God, mirroring Paul's act of entrusting his life to the One who sees and helps.

John 6:44 Parallel

John 6:44 promises the Father will raise believers at the last day — echoing Paul's trust that God guards his deposit until that day.

Hebrews 12:2 shows Jesus despising shame for the joy set before him—a pattern of endurance that Paul's confidence in God's guarding reflects.

Job 5:8 Parallel

In Job 5:8, Eliphaz advises committing one's cause to God, similar to Paul entrusting his life to God's safekeeping.

Psalm 56:9 Parallel

Psalm 56:9 echoes Paul's confidence: 'This I know, that God is for me' — a personal trust that overcomes fear in suffering.

In Ecclesiastes 9:1, the righteous are in God's hand—echoing Paul's confidence that what he has entrusted is safe in God's keeping.

Isaiah 54:4 Parallel

Isaiah 54:4 promises no shame for those trusting God—echoing Paul's confidence that God will guard his deposit, removing any fear of disgrace.

In Daniel 11:33, the wise suffer yet teach—paralleling Paul's own suffering and faithful witness while trusting God's keeping.

Nahum 1:7 Allusion

Nahum 1:7 describes the Lord as a stronghold who knows those who take refuge in Him — mirroring Paul's assurance that God guards His own.

In Matthew 7:22, 'on that day' many claim works but are rejected, contrasting with Paul's trust in God's keeping rather than his own deeds.

Matthew 24:36 Related theme

In Matthew 24:36, 'that day' is known only to the Father, underscoring why Paul entrusts its timing to God's sovereign care.

In 1 Thessalonians 2:2, Paul's boldness after suffering at Philippi parallels his 'not ashamed' here — both show confidence despite opposition.

In Colossians 1:23, Paul urges steadfastness in the hope of the gospel — complementing his own confidence here that God will keep what is committed.

Psalm 71:9 Related theme

In Psalm 71:9, the psalmist pleads for God not to forsake him in old age—reflecting the same reliance on God's faithfulness that Paul expresses here.