Acts 19:21 reveals Paul's subsequent travel plan to Jerusalem and Rome — a continuation of the narrative that expands on his departure from Ephesus.

Acts 21:14 echoes submission to God's will — the believers say 'let the will of the Lord be done', mirroring Paul's earlier 'if God wills'.

Matthew 26:39 records Jesus' surrender in Gethsemane — 'not as I will, but as you will' — a profound parallel to Paul's 'if God wills' submission.

Romans 1:10 shows Paul praying to come to Rome 'by God's will' — the same conditional attitude toward travel plans as in Acts 18:21.

Romans 15:32 expresses Paul's hope to visit Rome 'by God's will' — reinforcing his consistent habit of submitting travel plans to divine direction.

1 Corinthians 4:19 uses the same 'if the Lord wills' condition for Paul's coming — a direct verbal parallel to his statement in Acts 18:21.

In Philippians 2:19-24, Paul expresses similar trust in the Lord for his travel plans, echoing his 'if God wills' attitude.

Hebrews 6:3 uses the same 'if God permits' phrase, showing this is a common early Christian expression of dependence on God's will.

James 4:15 provides the classic 'if the Lord wills' teaching, which Paul exemplifies here.

1 Corinthians 16:7 has Paul hoping to stay longer 'if the Lord permits' — the exact same sentiment and likely written from Ephesus.

Deuteronomy 16:1 commands Passover observance — Paul's stated reason for hurrying to Jerusalem in some manuscripts aligns with this OT feast requirement.