Acts 9:36
Now there was at Joppa a certain disciple named Tabitha, which by interpretation is called Dorcas: this woman was full of good works and almsdeeds which she did.
Cross-references
Acts 9:38 shows disciples urgently summoning Peter for Tabitha — her good works made her deeply loved.
Acts 9:39 displays the garments Dorcas made for widows, concrete proof of her acts of charity.
In Acts 10:4, Cornelius's alms ascend as a memorial before God; Tabitha's acts of charity are similarly honored by God.
In Acts 10:31, Cornelius's alms are remembered before God; Tabitha's acts of charity also gain divine attention.
Acts 10:2 describes Cornelius giving alms generously — paralleling Tabitha's charitable lifestyle.
Acts 10:5 sends to Joppa for Peter — the same city where Dorcas lived and where Peter later stayed.
In James 1:27, pure religion is caring for orphans and widows; Tabitha's acts of charity embody this.
In 1 Timothy 5:10, the good works expected of widows include hospitality and caring for the afflicted — Tabitha fulfills these.
Ephesians 2:10 says believers are created in Christ for good works — Tabitha's life is a direct embodiment of this purpose.
Romans 12:13 commands sharing with needy saints — the same kind of good works Tabitha exemplified.
Hebrews 6:10 assures that God does not forget works of love and service to saints — exactly what Tabitha was known for, so her good works are remembered.
Romans 16:2 describes Phoebe as a benefactor of many — directly paralleling Tabitha's reputation for doing good and helping the poor.
In Matthew 5:16, Jesus says good works cause others to glorify God — Tabitha's charity exemplifies this.
Luke 11:41 links almsgiving to inner purity — Tabitha's acts of charity reflect a clean heart.
Matthew 25:35 describes feeding the hungry and clothing the needy — Tabitha's acts of charity directly mirror this.
Matthew 6:2 warns against giving to the needy for show — Tabitha's humble charity contrasts with hypocrites.
In 1 Timothy 2:10, women are instructed to adorn themselves with good works — Tabitha exemplifies this.
1 Corinthians 16:15 mentions the household of Stephanas devoting themselves to service — similar to Tabitha's devoted good works.
Luke 8:3 notes women who supported Jesus financially — Tabitha similarly provided for others through her charity.
In Titus 2:7, Paul urges being a model of good works; Tabitha is presented as just such a model.
In Titus 2:14, Christ's people are to be zealous for good works; Tabitha shows this zeal.
In Titus 3:8, believers are to devote themselves to good works; Tabitha is a devoted example.
In Hebrews 13:21, God equips believers for good works; Tabitha demonstrates such equipping.