Acts 11:22
Then tidings of these things came unto the ears of the church which was in Jerusalem: and they sent forth Barnabas, that he should go as far as Antioch.
Cross-reference
Acts 11:1 reports news of Gentile conversions reaching Jerusalem; Acts 11:22 repeats this pattern with news from Antioch prompting Barnabas' mission.
Acts 4:36 introduces Barnabas as 'son of encouragement' from Cyprus, providing his background for his mission to Antioch in Acts 11:22.
Acts 4:37 recounts Barnabas selling a field and giving proceeds to apostles, revealing his generous character before he is sent to Antioch.
Acts 8:14 shows Jerusalem sending Peter and John to Samaria after news of conversions—the same pattern as sending Barnabas to Antioch here.
Acts 13:1-3 describes the Holy Spirit setting apart Barnabas and Saul from Antioch for mission, building on Barnabas' prior ministry there.
Acts 15:22 similarly sends representatives from Jerusalem to Antioch, continuing the pattern of apostolic delegation to the new church.
Acts 9:27 shows Barnabas vouching for Saul before apostles, demonstrating his role as a bridge-builder that he also fulfills in Antioch.
1 Corinthians 9:6 mentions Barnabas as Paul's fellow worker, confirming his continued partnership after being sent to Antioch.