Luke 6:32

For if ye love them which love you, what thank have ye? for sinners also love those that love them.

Cross-references

Luke 14:12 Parallel

Luke 14:12 applies the same principle to invitations—don't invite only those who can repay—extending the logic of selfless generosity.

Matthew 5:46 parallels nearly verbatim, substituting 'tax collectors' for 'sinners' in the same teaching on loving those who love you.

John 15:19 Parallel

John 15:19 explains that the world loves its own, reinforcing Jesus' point that sinners' love is natural, but disciples are called to a higher standard.

Matthew 5:47 extends the same principle to greeting—doing only what others do—reinforcing the call to exceed common behavior.