Romans 8:21
Because the creature itself also shall be delivered from the bondage of corruption into the glorious liberty of the children of God.
Cross-references
Romans 8:19
Parallel
In Romans 8:19, creation's eager waiting is explained; here that waiting culminates in glory.
2 Peter 3:13
Parallel
In 2 Peter 3:13, this hope of a new creation is explicitly promised — a new heavens and earth where righteousness dwells.
Revelation 22:3–5
Parallel
In Revelation 22:3-5, the curse is removed and God's servants reign — the ultimate freedom from corruption described here.
1 Corinthians 15:42
Parallel
In 1 Corinthians 15:42, the perishable body is raised imperishable — the same transformation from corruption to glory described here for creation.
Isaiah 24:5
Historical context
In Isaiah 24:5, the earth's defilement comes from breaking God's covenant — the cause of the bondage to corruption mentioned here.
1 John 3:1
Related theme
In 1 John 3:1, believers are called children of God — the identity that creation's glory shares in Romans 8:21.