Romans 16:23
Gaius mine host, and of the whole church, saluteth you. Erastus the chamberlain of the city saluteth you, and Quartus a brother.
Cross-reference
In Romans 16:2, Paul urges hospitality for Phoebe—both verses in the same chapter emphasize welcoming and hosting.
Acts 19:22 shows Erastus as Paul's helper sent to Macedonia—here he is a city official in Corinth, indicating his dual roles.
1 Corinthians 1:14 identifies Gaius as one Paul baptized in Corinth—this Gaius likely the same host here, showing his early conversion.
2 Timothy 4:20 confirms Erastus stayed in Corinth—consistent with his role here as city director of public works.
Acts 16:15 shows Lydia inviting Paul to stay at her home—similar to Gaius here hosting Paul and the whole church, both examples of generous hospitality.
3 John 1:1-6 describes Gaius as a hospitable believer who supports missionaries—echoing the hospitality shown here where Gaius hosts Paul and the church.
Matthew 10:41 promises reward for welcoming God's servants—Gaius's hospitality here exemplifies that principle.
Matthew 25:35 highlights welcoming strangers as service to Christ—Gaius's open home here is a concrete example.
Hebrews 13:2 exhorts hospitality to strangers—Gaius exemplifies this by hosting Paul and the church.
1 Peter 4:9 commands hospitality without grumbling—Gaius models this virtue as a host.