Ephesians 6:10

Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord, and in the power of his might.

Cross-reference

Ephesians 1:19 speaks of God's 'great might' and power — the same source of strength Paul urges believers to draw on.

In Ephesians 3:16, Paul prays for believers to be strengthened with power through the Spirit — the same inner strengthening by God's might called for here.

2 Corinthians 12:10 concludes the paradox: 'when I am weak, then I am strong' — the same principle of divine strength in weakness.

Isaiah 35:4 Parallel

In Isaiah 35:4, the direct command 'Be strong; fear not!' with the promise of God's salvation closely parallels the call to be strong in the Lord.

In Isaiah 40:31, waiting on the Lord renews strength, directly reinforcing the source and result of being strong in the Lord.

Haggai 2:4 Parallel

In Haggai 2:4, the repeated command 'Be strong' is paired with God's presence, directly mirroring the exhortation in Ephesians.

In Zechariah 8:13, 'Fear not, but let your hands be strong' with a promise of salvation parallels the call to be strong in the Lord.

In 1 Corinthians 16:13, Paul himself commands 'be strong' in a similar context of standing firm, reinforcing the same exhortation.

In 2 Corinthians 12:9, Paul learns that God's power is perfected in weakness, echoing the call to be strong in the Lord by relying on His grace.

Philippians 4:13 directly parallels: 'I can do all things through him who strengthens me' — the same source of strength.

Colossians 1:11 uses nearly identical language: 'strengthened with all power according to his glorious might' for endurance.

2 Timothy 2:1 echoes: 'be strengthened by the grace that is in Christ Jesus' — grace as the means of strength.

In 2 Timothy 4:17, the Lord stood by Paul and strengthened him — a concrete example of the strength commanded here.

1 Peter 5:10 promises that God will 'strengthen and establish' after suffering — same divine strengthening theme.

In Joshua 10:25, 'do not be afraid; be strong and courageous' for battle against enemies parallels the spiritual warfare exhortation.

1 Timothy 6:12 urges fighting the good fight of faith — the same spiritual battle requiring strength from God.

Romans 4:20 Parallel

Romans 4:20 shows Abraham growing strong in faith — the same trust in God’s power that strengthens believers.

Zechariah 10:12 promises God will make His people strong in Him — the same divine empowerment for spiritual battle.

Daniel 10:19 says 'be strong' and Daniel is strengthened by God — a direct parallel to the imperative in Ephesians.

Isaiah 45:24 affirms that only in the Lord are righteousness and strength — directly echoes 'be strong in the Lord'.

1 John 2:14 Parallel

1 John 2:14 directly says young men are strong and have overcome the evil one — the same strength from God’s word.

1 John 4:4 Parallel

1 John 4:4 declares He who is in us is greater — the source of strength for overcoming the world.

Psalm 18:17 Parallel

In Psalm 18:17, David recounts rescue from enemies too strong for him — showing dependence on God's superior strength.

In Deuteronomy 31:6, 'be strong and courageous, the Lord goes with you' directly parallels the call to be strong in the Lord's might.

2 Samuel 22:33 declares God as David's strong refuge and strength — a direct parallel to Paul's source of strength.

In 2 Chronicles 32:7, Hezekiah calls the people to be strong and courageous because God is greater with them — a direct parallel to relying on the Lord's strength.

In Nehemiah 6:9, Nehemiah prays 'strengthen my hands' amid opposition — a direct appeal for God to supply strength.

Psalm 18:29 Parallel

In Psalm 18:29, David says 'by my God I can leap over a wall' — attributing military prowess to God's strength.

Psalm 27:14 Parallel

In Psalm 27:14, the psalmist exhorts 'be strong and let your heart take courage' while waiting for the Lord — a parallel call to courage.

Psalm 28:7 Parallel

In Psalm 28:7, David declares 'The Lord is my strength and my shield' — a direct confession of God as the source of strength.

Psalm 71:16 Allusion

In Psalm 71:16, the psalmist vows to come in the strength of the Lord — a direct parallel to 'be strong in the Lord and in the strength of his might'.

Psalm 144:1 Parallel

Psalm 144:1 praises God who trains hands for war — directly corresponding to the armor of God context.

In Isaiah 40:28, God's unfailing strength and endurance is the foundation for the command to be strong in the Lord.

In Joshua 17:13, Israel's human strength led to incomplete conquest — contrasting with the call to rely solely on the Lord's might.

Psalm 86:16 Parallel

Psalm 86:16 pleads for God to give strength to His servant — echoing the call to be strong in the Lord's might.

Job 12:21 Contrast

In Job 12:21, God loosens the belt of the strong, humbling human might — contrasting with the call to be strong in the Lord's power.

Psalm 108:13 declares that with God we do valiantly — paralleling the source of strength for spiritual battles.

In Nehemiah 2:18, the people's hands are strengthened by God's hand for the rebuilding work — illustrating divine empowerment for a task.

Psalm 138:3 Parallel

In Psalm 138:3, the psalmist recounts God answering and increasing his soul's strength, reflecting the source of strength in the Lord.

1 Chronicles 22:13 charges Solomon to be strong and courageous in keeping God's commands — strength tied to obedience.

2 Samuel 23:10 shows Eleazar fighting until exhausted with God granting victory — human effort empowered by divine strength.

Joshua 23:6 Parallel

In Joshua 23:6, 'be very strong; be careful to obey' links strength with obedience to God's law — a parallel to standing firm in the Lord's power.

1 John 2:13 Parallel

1 John 2:13 mentions overcoming the evil one — the victory that comes from being strong in the Lord.

Isaiah 35:3 Parallel

In Isaiah 35:3, the exhortation to strengthen weak hands and feeble knees parallels the call to be strong, though focused on encouraging others.

In Zechariah 8:9, 'Let your hands be strong' is a direct call to strength in building God's house, similar to strengthening for spiritual battle.