Acts 10:2
A devout man, and one that feared God with all his house, which gave much alms to the people, and prayed to God alway.
Cross-references
Acts 10:35 declares God accepts anyone who fears him and does right, directly affirming Cornelius's piety from verse 2.
In Acts 10:31, the angel repeats that Cornelius's prayer and gifts are remembered—underscoring God's acceptance of his devotion.
In Acts 10:4, the angel tells Cornelius his prayers and alms are a memorial before God—confirming his piety.
In Acts 18:8, Crispus, a synagogue ruler, believes with his whole household—another example of a devout household converting.
In Acts 16:15, Lydia, a God-fearer, and her household are baptized—mirroring Cornelius's devout household.
Acts 16:14 introduces Lydia, a 'worshiper of God' like Cornelius, both Gentile God-fearers.
Acts 13:26 again uses 'fear God' for Gentile believers, echoing Cornelius's description and showing his piety as the target of the gospel.
Acts 13:16 shows Paul addressing 'you who fear God' — the same phrase used for Cornelius, linking him to Gentile God-fearers.
In Acts 18:7, Titius Justus is also a 'worshiper of God,' the same designation for Cornelius as a God-fearing Gentile.
In Acts 17:17, 'devout persons' are God-fearing Gentiles like Cornelius, showing this term describes such seekers.
In Acts 9:36, Tabitha is described as always doing good and helping the poor—similar generosity to Cornelius.
In Luke 7:5, the centurion loves the Jewish nation and built a synagogue—parallel to Cornelius's generous alms to the people.
Revelation 15:4 declares that all nations will fear God — Cornelius's devotion is a foretaste of this universal worship.
In Romans 15:27, Gentiles owe material service to Jews for spiritual blessings—Cornelius's alms exemplify this principle.
In Genesis 18:19, God chooses Abraham to direct his household in righteousness—a model of household piety like Cornelius.
In Luke 7:4, Jewish elders call a centurion worthy—like Cornelius, a Gentile esteemed for his character.
In Joshua 24:15, Joshua declares his household will serve the Lord—a commitment shared by Cornelius's devout family.
1 Kings 8:43 records Solomon's prayer for foreigners who fear God — Cornelius embodies that prayer as a God-fearing Gentile whose prayers are answered.
Daniel 6:10 shows Daniel praying three times daily despite the decree — a strong parallel to Cornelius's regular prayer habit.
2 Chronicles 6:33 echoes Solomon's prayer for foreigners who fear God — Cornelius is a direct example of such a person receiving God's attention.
Job 1:1 describes Job as 'fearing God' — the same phrase used for Cornelius, highlighting both as righteous men devoted to God.
In Job 1:5, Job intercedes for his household fearing sin—reflecting Cornelius's care for his family's spiritual state.
Daniel 6:26 shows a pagan king commanding fear of God — Cornelius similarly fears God as a Gentile, but voluntarily.
Psalm 85:9 directly states that salvation is near to those who fear God—exactly describing Cornelius and the gospel soon coming to him.
Ephesians 6:18 exhorts constant prayer, mirroring Cornelius's continual prayer to God.
Malachi 3:16 shows God remembering those who fear Him—directly paralleling Cornelius's prayers and alms ascending as a memorial before God.
Romans 2:26 argues that uncircumcised keepers of the law are counted as circumcised — paralleling Cornelius, a Gentile whose deeds are righteous.
In Isaiah 58:7, sharing bread and sheltering the poor is the true fast—Cornelius's almsgiving exemplifies this call.
Luke 18:1 teaches that men ought always to pray and not lose heart — Cornelius's constant prayer embodies this command.
Daniel 4:27 counsels breaking off sins by showing mercy to the poor—a principle Cornelius lived out through his generous almsgiving.
1 Timothy 3:4 requires household management; Cornelius's whole household feared God, showing household piety.
Colossians 4:2 urges steadfastness in prayer with thanksgiving — Cornelius's devotion reflects this instruction.
Matthew 6:2 warns against giving alms for praise—highlighting the sincerity of Cornelius's generosity by contrast.
In 2 Corinthians 9:8-15, God blesses cheerful givers—Cornelius's generous alms reflect this attitude.
Luke 3:11 commands sharing possessions with the needy—a principle Cornelius put into practice through his generous almsgiving.
1 Kings 18:3 introduces Obadiah, who feared the Lord greatly — a parallel to Cornelius's devout fear of God.
Luke 21:36 exhorts constant prayer for strength—reflecting Cornelius's own habit of praying continually.
Psalm 55:17 shows David praying at evening, morning, and noon — mirroring Cornelius's regular prayer schedule.
Psalm 86:3 describes calling on God all day long — similar to Cornelius's constant prayer life.
Psalm 88:1 cries out day and night — echoing Cornelius's devotion to regular prayer.
Psalm 119:2 blesses those who seek God wholeheartedly — Cornelius exemplifies this wholehearted seeking.
In Psalm 101:6-8, the king desires a righteous household—thematic parallel to Cornelius's devotion and integrity at home.