Luke 21:28
And when these things begin to come to pass, then look up, and lift up your heads; for your redemption draweth nigh.
Cross-reference
Luke 21:7 contains the disciples' question about signs — here Jesus gives the answer: when those signs occur, look up.
Luke 21:9 lists wars and tumults as signs that must come first — these are the 'things' that signal redemption is near.
Isaiah 25:8 promises the swallowing up of death and wiping away tears — the ultimate redemption that draws near here.
Isaiah 25:9 echoes the same hope: God's salvation comes, and His people rejoice. Both anticipate deliverance and encourage waiting in faith.
Romans 8:19 speaks of creation eagerly awaiting its redemption—same eager anticipation as believers lifting their heads for their redemption drawing near.
Romans 8:23 directly mentions waiting for 'the redemption of our body,' matching the same future redemption Jesus says is 'drawing near' in Luke 21:28.
Ephesians 1:14 describes the Spirit as a guarantee until 'redemption of the purchased possession,' reinforcing that redemption is a promised, near event.
Ephesians 4:30 says believers are sealed for 'the day of redemption'—the same day Jesus says is drawing near in Luke 21:28, linking future hope to present sealing.
Isaiah 35:4 tells the fearful to 'take courage' because God comes to save—directly parallel to Jesus commanding 'straighten up and lift up your heads' as redemption nears.
Romans 13:11 urges wakefulness because salvation is nearer — a similar call to readiness as the redemption drawing near here.