Romans 12:6
Having then gifts differing according to the grace that is given to us, whether prophecy, let us prophesy according to the proportion of faith;
Cross-reference
In Romans 12:3, Paul grounds this gift list in humility and the measure of faith—the immediate context for 'proportion of faith' here.
Romans 15:16 shows Paul's ministry to Gentiles as a grace-given role — similar to gifts given by grace here, but more specific.
In 1 Corinthians 13:2, even prophecy and faith are empty without love—adding the essential motive for exercising the gift mentioned here.
In 1 Peter 4:11, speaking and serving are done with God's strength—reflecting the 'proportion of faith' and grace in using prophecy here.
In 1 Peter 4:10, each gift is to be used to serve others as stewards of God's grace—mirroring the service orientation of gifts here.
In 1 Thes 5:20, 'Despise not prophesyings' reinforces the value of this gift, urging acceptance as Romans 12:6 encourages its use.
In Eph 4:11, prophets are listed among Christ's gifts to the church, identifying the office behind the activity in Romans 12:6.
In 1 Cor 14:32, the spirits of prophets are subject to them, showing self-control aligns with prophesying according to proportion of faith.
In 1 Cor 14:31, all may prophesy one by one for learning and comfort, echoing the gift's purpose in Romans 12:6.
In 1 Cor 14:29, the same gift of prophecy is regulated: prophets speak in order while others judge, adding practical guidance to the proportion of faith.
1 Corinthians 14:24 describes prophecy convicting unbelievers, adding an evangelistic dimension.
1 Corinthians 14:3-5 explains prophecy edifies, exhorts, and comforts the church, detailing its function.
1 Corinthians 14:1 urges desiring prophecy, directly echoing the exhortation to use that gift.
In 1 Corinthians 12:28-31, Paul lists gifted roles (apostles, prophets, teachers) and asks if all are the same—paralleling the diversity here.
In 1 Corinthians 12:4-11, Paul expands on the variety of gifts from the same Spirit—exactly the context of differing gifts here.
In 1 Corinthians 4:7, Paul asks what we have not received—reinforcing that gifts like prophecy are given by grace, not personal merit.
In 1 Corinthians 1:5-7, Paul confirms the Corinthians are 'not lacking in any gift' — the same grace-gifts Romans 12:6 exhorts us to use.
1 Corinthians 12:10 lists prophecy among spiritual gifts, paralleling the same gift catalogue here.
Acts 15:32 shows prophets Judas and Silas exhorting and confirming, embodying the purpose of prophecy.
Acts 11:28 gives Agabus' Spirit-led prophecy of a famine, illustrating prophesying by faith as in Romans.
1 Corinthians 12:11 emphasizes the Spirit's sovereign distribution of gifts, underscoring that grace is given as He wills.
1 Corinthians 12:7 adds that gifts are given for the common good, providing the purpose behind exercising them by faith.
John 3:27 states one can receive nothing unless given from heaven — directly underlying the grace-given gifts in Romans 12:6.
1 Corinthians 12:5 likewise notes varieties of service from the same Lord, reinforcing unity amid diverse gifts.
2 Timothy 1:6 calls to stir up the gift, aligning with the exhortation to prophesy in proportion to faith.
1 Timothy 4:14 urges not to neglect the gift given through prophecy, reinforcing active use of prophetic gifts.
Ephesians 4:7 states grace is given according to Christ's measure, closely paralleling the 'proportion of faith'.
Acts 2:17 prophesies the outpouring of the Spirit resulting in prophecy—fulfilled in the gift described here, though not a direct quote.
Acts 13:1 lists prophets among Antioch's leaders, confirming the gift's role in the church.
In Eph 3:5, the mystery is revealed to prophets, showing that prophecy is a vehicle for divine revelation, supporting its role in Romans 12:6.
Galatians 2:9 shows grace given to Paul for his mission, echoing the grace given for diverse gifts in the body.
2 Corinthians 10:13 uses 'measure' for God's assignment, paralleling the 'proportion of faith' in exercising gifts.
James 1:17 affirms every good gift comes from God, supporting the divine origin of the grace given for gifts.
Acts 11:27 shows prophets from Jerusalem coming to Antioch, demonstrating the prophetic gift in action.
Acts 21:9 records Philip's daughters prophesying, showing the gift given to women as well.