John 11:36 confirms Jesus's love for Lazarus as the Jews observe his weeping — directly echoing the statement in verse 5.

John 11:1 identifies Lazarus, Mary, and Martha — the very family Jesus loved in 11:5, grounding the statement in the narrative.

John 11:8 shows the disciples warning about danger — highlighting that Jesus's love for Lazarus compelled him to return despite the threat.

John 13:23 uses the identical 'whom Jesus loved' phrase for the beloved disciple — a parallel expression of special affection.

John 15:9-13 expands on Jesus's love, commanding love and defining it as laying down one's life — showing the depth of his love for Lazarus.