Matthew 1:24
Then Joseph being raised from sleep did as the angel of the Lord had bidden him, and took unto him his wife:
Cross-reference
In Matthew 2:14, Joseph again obeys an angelic command immediately — this consistent obedience is a pattern in his life.
In Genesis 22:3, Abraham rises early and does as God commanded — a strong parallel to Joseph's immediate obedience after the angel's command.
In Exodus 40:16, Moses does 'according to all that the LORD commanded him' — directly paralleling Joseph's obedient action.
Deuteronomy 22:24 commands death for a betrothed woman's unfaithfulness — Joseph instead obeys God's command to take Mary, contrasting law with grace.
Hebrews 11:7 cites Noah's obedient faith saving his household — Joseph similarly obeys God to protect Mary and Jesus.
In 2 Kings 5:11-14, Naaman eventually obeys Elisha's command and is healed — a parallel of obedience after a prophetic word, though with initial reluctance.
John 15:14 defines friends of Christ as those who do his commands — Joseph's obedient action exemplifies this friendship.
Hebrews 11:8 highlights Abraham's faith-filled obedience to leave home — Joseph's immediate obedience to the angel is analogous.
James 2:21-26 argues faith is shown by works — Joseph's obedience demonstrates his faith through action.