Acts 27:24

Saying, Fear not, Paul; thou must be brought before Cesar: and, lo, God hath given thee all them that sail with thee.

Cross-references

Acts 27:37 Historical context

Acts 27:37 provides the exact number (276) of those granted to Paul — fulfilling the promise of preservation.

Acts 27:44 Prophetic fulfillment

Acts 27:44 fulfills the angel's promise — all escaped safely to land, exactly as granted.

Acts 9:15 Prophetic fulfillment

In Acts 9:15, God calls Paul a chosen instrument to stand before kings—this earlier prophecy is fulfilled when the angel says he must stand before Caesar.

Acts 23:11 Prophetic fulfillment

In Acts 23:11, the Lord promises Paul will testify in Rome—the angel's word in the storm directly fulfills that earlier assurance.

Acts 19:21 Parallel

In Acts 19:21, Paul plans to see Rome—the angel's message confirms that plan will be realized, showing divine orchestration.

2 Timothy 4:16 Historical context

In 2 Timothy 4:16, Paul recalls his first defense — likely the trial before Caesar promised here — noting he was deserted.

In 2 Timothy 4:17, the Lord stood by Paul at his defense — echoing the divine protection promised in the angel's message here.

In Deuteronomy 3:2, God tells Moses not to fear because He has given the enemy into his hand — the same 'do not fear' + guarantee structure as the angel's message to Paul.

In 2 Kings 20:6, God promises Hezekiah extra years and deliverance from Assyria — a personal divine promise of life and protection, mirroring Paul’s promise to stand before Caesar.

Lamentations 3:57 says 'Do not fear' when God draws near — the exact reassurance given to Paul here.

Daniel 10:12 has an angel say 'Fear not' and 'your words have been heard' — directly mirrored in Paul's angelic message.

Luke 1:30 Parallel

Luke 1:30 also has an angel say 'Do not be afraid' then give a divine purpose — a clear parallel to this angelic message.

Jonah 1:12 Contrast

Jonah 1:12 offers himself to calm the storm — Paul is told the storm will spare all because of him, reversing Jonah's sacrifice.

Ezekiel 14:16 says even righteous Noah, Daniel, Job could only save themselves — Paul's righteousness saves all with him, a contrast.

In Matthew 10:18, Jesus predicts disciples will stand before governors and kings — the same testimony before rulers promised to Paul here.