Acts 9:38
And forasmuch as Lydda was nigh to Joppa, and the disciples had heard that Peter was there, they sent unto him two men, desiring him that he would not delay to come to them.
Cross-references
Acts 9:32
Historical context
Acts 9:32 sets up Peter being in Lydda, which explains why the disciples from Joppa send for him in Acts 9:38.
Acts 9:36
Historical context
Acts 9:36 introduces Tabitha's identity and good works, providing context for why her death prompts the urgent request in Acts 9:38.
Acts 10:5
Parallel
Acts 10:5 repeats the motif of sending for Peter in Joppa — Cornelius is instructed to summon him, just as the disciples did.