Romans 10:8
But what saith it? The word is nigh thee, even in thy mouth, and in thy heart: that is, the word of faith, which we preach;
Cross-reference
Romans 10:17 explains that faith comes from hearing the word about Christ, clarifying the 'word' that is near in your mouth and heart.
In Romans 1:16, Paul defines the gospel as God's power for salvation—this gospel is the very 'word of faith' he proclaims in Romans 10:8.
Romans 1:17 reveals the righteousness from faith that the 'word of faith' in Romans 10:8 announces—the just shall live by faith.
Deuteronomy 30:14 is the OT verse Paul quotes, emphasizing the nearness of God's word applied to the message of faith.
Acts 16:31 summarizes the gospel as 'believe and be saved'—the core of the 'word of faith' that is near in Romans 10:8.
In Galatians 3:5, hearing with faith is the means of receiving the Spirit and miracles, showing the power of the word of faith.
Galatians 3:2 contrasts receiving the Spirit by hearing with faith vs. works—this hearing of faith aligns with the 'word of faith' proclaimed in Romans 10:8.
In John 6:63, Jesus' words are spirit and life, showing the life-giving nature of the word of faith proclaimed.
Acts 10:43 declares forgiveness through faith in Christ—this is the content of the 'word of faith' Paul proclaims in Romans 10:8.
Acts 13:38 announces forgiveness of sins through Jesus—the same message carried by the 'word of faith' in Romans 10:8.
Acts 13:39 promises freedom from sin through faith in Jesus—this liberation is what the 'word of faith' in Romans 10:8 offers.
In Philippians 2:16, 'word of life' parallels the 'word of faith'—both emphasize holding to the gospel message.
Colossians 1:5 calls the gospel 'the word of truth,' echoing the 'word of faith' in the main verse.
In 1 Timothy 4:6, 'words of the faith' are the training ground for a good servant, connecting to the word of faith proclaimed here.
In 1 Peter 1:23, this word is imperishable seed causing new birth, revealing the regenerative power of the word of faith.
In 1 Peter 1:25, the word of the Lord remains forever, emphasizing the eternal nature of the message near us.