Romans 12:18 commands living peaceably with all — directly parallel to pursuing peace and mutual upbuilding here.

In Romans 15:2, Paul continues the same argument, saying we should please neighbors to build them up — the very 'mutual edification' urged here.

Psalm 34:14 contains the exact phrase 'seek peace and pursue it' that Paul echoes here — the OT call to actively pursue peace.

Colossians 3:12-15 exhorts letting Christ's peace rule — the foundation for the peace and edification Paul commands.

Philippians 2:1-4 calls for unity and considering others above self — the mutual upbuilding Paul urges when pursuing peace.

In 1 Thessalonians 5:11, Paul uses nearly identical language: 'build each other up' — directly reinforcing the mutual edification urged here.

Ephesians 4:3-7 stresses maintaining unity and peace — the same goal of mutual upbuilding Paul advocates in Romans.

2 Corinthians 13:11 also exhorts living in peace — Paul consistently calls for peace and restoration in the church.

Hebrews 12:14 also commands striving for peace with everyone — reinforcing Paul's call to actively pursue peace.

Mark 9:50 commands believers to be at peace with one another — reinforcing Paul's call to pursue peace.

Matthew 5:9 pronounces blessing on peacemakers — the same active pursuit of peace Paul commands.

James 3:13-18 describes wisdom that is peaceable and leads to righteousness — aligning with Paul's pursuit of peace for mutual upbuilding.

In 1 Corinthians 7:15, Paul declares 'God hath called us to peace' — a direct echo of the peace Romans urges believers to pursue.

In 1 Corinthians 10:23, Paul uses the same 'edify' criterion — not all things edify, so Romans exhorts to pursue what does.

In 1 Thessalonians 5:15, Paul commands 'follow that which is good' — a direct parallel to 'follow after' peace and edification in Romans.

In 2 Timothy 2:22, Paul echoes the same call to pursue peace and edification, adding the context of fleeing youthful lusts with fellow believers.

In 1 Corinthians 14:3, prophecy edifies — illustrating one way to fulfill Romans' call to mutual edification.

In 1 Corinthians 14:26, Paul insists everything in worship must 'build up the church' — directly mirroring the call to mutual edification here.

In Ephesians 4:29, Paul applies edification to speech, requiring words that 'build others up' — the same goal of mutual edification commanded here.

In Philippians 2:4, believers are to look to others' interests — a practical outworking of pursuing peace and edification.

In 1 Peter 3:11, Peter echoes the OT call to 'seek peace and pursue it' — the same active peacemaking Paul urges here.

In Ephesians 4:12, edification is the goal of ministry — connecting to Romans' personal pursuit of building others up.

In 1 Corinthians 14:12-17, Paul urges excelling in gifts that 'build up the church' — the same edification principle applied specifically to worship.

In 1 Corinthians 10:33, Paul applies the same principle of seeking others' good rather than self-interest, which underlies the call to peace and edification.

In Acts 9:31, the churches were 'edified' — showing the result of pursuing peace and edification that Romans commands.

In 1 Timothy 6:11, 'follow after righteousness, godliness, faith' — similar pursuit language but different virtues.

In Proverbs 21:21, the same 'follow after' language is used for righteousness and mercy — a parallel pursuit of virtues that leads to life and honor.

Psalm 133:1 celebrates brothers dwelling in unity — the peaceful community that Paul urges believers to build up.