Ephesians 6:22

Whom I have sent unto you for the same purpose, that ye might know our affairs, and that he might comfort your hearts.

Cross-reference

Colossians 4:7 describes Tychicus with the same terms — a beloved brother and faithful minister — and his role of informing the Colossians.

Colossians 4:8 repeats the exact purpose of Tychicus's mission — to inform and encourage — mirroring this verse.

In 1 Thessalonians 3:2, Paul similarly sends Timothy to strengthen and encourage—mirroring Tychicus's mission here.

In Philippians 2:19, Paul sends Timothy to hear news and be cheered, similar to Tychicus being sent here to comfort the Ephesians.

In Philippians 2:25, Paul sends Epaphroditus as a minister to the Philippians, analogous to Tychicus here for the Ephesians.