Acts 28:15
And from thence, when the brethren heard of us, they came to meet us as far as Appii forum, and The three taverns: whom when Paul saw, he thanked God, and took courage.
Cross-references
Acts 21:5
Parallel
Acts 21:5 shows believers accompanying Paul in farewell — here they come to greet him; both demonstrate their care.
Romans 15:24
Historical context
Romans 15:24 expresses Paul's hope to be helped by Roman believers—here that hope is realized as they come to meet and support him.
2 Corinthians 7:5–7
Parallel
In 2 Corinthians 7:5-7, Paul is comforted by Titus's arrival, mirroring the encouragement he receives from the Roman brothers here.
Romans 15:32
Prophetic fulfillment
In Romans 15:32, Paul hoped to come with joy and be refreshed; here that hope is realized as the brothers refresh him.
3 John 1:6–8
Parallel
3 John 1:6-8 urges supporting traveling missionaries—the Roman believers model this by coming to meet and aid Paul.
Galatians 4:14
Parallel
Galatians 4:14 recalls how believers welcomed Paul despite affliction—similar to the Roman brothers' warm reception of him here.