Romans 1:11

For I long to see you, that I may impart unto you some spiritual gift, to the end ye may be established;

Cross-reference

In Romans 15:23, Paul reveals this longing has been 'for many years' — deepening the context of his heartfelt desire.

Romans 15:29 echoes Paul's longing to visit and bring blessing — 'fullness of the blessing of Christ' parallels the spiritual gift here.

In Romans 15:32, Paul hopes to come with joy and be refreshed — adding the emotional purpose of mutual encouragement.

Romans 16:25 speaks of God strengthening believers — the ultimate source of the strengthening Paul aims to provide here.

Romans 12:6 Parallel

Romans 12:6 lists various spiritual gifts given by grace—providing examples of what Paul might intend to impart in Romans 1:11.

Acts 16:5 Parallel

Acts 16:5 shows churches strengthened in faith as a result of Paul's travels — the very goal he expresses here for Rome.

In 2 Thessalonians 2:17, Paul prays for God to establish hearts—the same strengthening he wishes to give in Romans.

In 1 Thessalonians 3:2, Timothy is sent to establish and exhort—mirroring Paul's desire to strengthen the Romans.

In Philippians 1:8, Paul yearns for the Philippians 'with the affection of Christ Jesus' — the same deep longing expressed in Romans 1:11.

Galatians 3:2–5 Related theme

Galatians 3:2-5 explains that the Spirit is received through faith, not works — the basis for the gift Paul wants to impart.

1 Corinthians 12:1-11 catalogs the variety of spiritual gifts — providing the framework for understanding the 'spiritual gift' Paul refers to.

Acts 19:6 Parallel

Acts 19:6 shows Paul actually imparting the Spirit through laying on of hands — a concrete example of the gift he longs to give here.

In 1 Peter 5:10, God strengthens and establishes believers—the same goal Paul has for the Roman church.

Philippians 1:25 expresses Paul’s aim to stay for the Philippians’ progress and joy—directly parallel to strengthening in Romans 1:11.

1 Thessalonians 2:8 shows Paul’s affectionate willingness to share himself, not just the gospel—echoing the deep personal investment in Romans 1:11.

1 Thessalonians 3:10 describes Paul’s earnest desire to see them and supply what is lacking in their faith—nearly identical to Romans 1:11’s purpose.

Acts 8:17 Parallel

Acts 8:17 shows apostles imparting the Holy Spirit by laying on hands—an example of the kind of spiritual gift Paul wishes to impart.

In Hebrews 13:9, the heart is strengthened by grace—paralleling the spiritual strengthening Paul desires in Romans.

In 2 Thessalonians 3:3, the Lord establishes believers—reflecting the strengthening Paul aims to impart in Romans.

Ephesians 4:8–12 Related theme

Ephesians 4:8-12 describes Christ giving gifted leaders to the church — a broader context for the spiritual gift Paul personally imparts.

In 1 Thessalonians 3:13, God establishes hearts blameless—the strengthening Paul seeks to impart in Romans.

In 2 Corinthians 1:21, God establishes believers in Christ—the same strengthening Paul longs to impart in Romans.

Acts 19:2 Parallel

Acts 19:2 asks about receiving the Holy Spirit—a specific case of receiving a spiritual gift, related to the impartation Paul mentions.

In 1 Peter 5:12, Peter exhorts to stand firm in grace—aligning with Paul's desire to strengthen the Romans.