Titus 2:13

Looking for that blessed hope, and the glorious appearing of the great God and our Saviour Jesus Christ;

Cross-references

Titus 3:4 Contrast

Titus 3:4 refers to the first appearing of God's kindness in contrast to the second appearing of His glory in 2:13.

Titus 3:7 Related theme

Titus 3:7 mentions hope of eternal life through justification, related to the blessed hope but not specifically the appearing.

Titus 1:2 Related theme

Titus 1:2 speaks of hope of eternal life promised by God, linking to the 'blessed hope' but focused on eternal life rather than Christ's appearing.

Romans 8:25 Parallel

In Romans 8:25, the same eager waiting for unseen hope characterizes Christian perseverance—direct parallel to the blessed hope here.

Colossians 1:27 Related theme

In Colossians 1:27, Christ is the hope of glory—the same blessed hope and appearing of His glory.

In 1 Corinthians 1:7, Paul also emphasizes eagerly awaiting Christ's revelation, reinforcing the same eager expectation of the Lord's appearing.

Philippians 3:20 echoes this waiting for a Savior from heaven, the Lord Jesus Christ, directly paralleling the blessed hope.

Philippians 3:21 describes Christ's transformation of our bodies at His coming, connecting to the appearing and glory mentioned here.

Colossians 3:4 directly parallels the appearing of Christ in glory and adds that believers will also appear with Him in glory.

In 1 Timothy 6:14, Paul uses the same phrase 'appearing of our Lord Jesus Christ' — a clear parallel command.

2 Timothy 4:1 connects Christ's appearing with judgment and His kingdom, expanding the significance of the future appearing.

2 Timothy 4:8 promises a crown to those who love Christ's appearing, using the same term (epiphaneia) for the blessed hope.

Hebrews 6:19 Related theme

In Hebrews 6:19, this hope is an anchor of the soul—the same sure and steadfast expectation of Christ's appearing.

In Hebrews 9:28, Christ will appear a second time to save those waiting for him — directly echoes the blessed hope.

1 Peter 1:3 Related theme

In 1 Peter 1:3, the living hope through Christ's resurrection is the same blessed hope—foundation for future glory.

1 Peter 1:7 Parallel

1 Peter 1:7 speaks of the revelation of Jesus Christ when faith results in praise and glory — the same event as the blessed hope.

2 Peter 3:12-14 expands on looking for Christ's coming and a new creation, reinforcing the eager anticipation of that day.

1 John 3:2 Parallel

1 John 3:2 echoes the future appearing and adds that believers will be like Him when they see Him as He is.

1 John 3:3 Related theme

In 1 John 3:3, this hope fixed on Christ purifies believers—the same blessed hope that motivates holy living.

Revelation 1:7 describes Christ coming with clouds, seen by all — the same appearing but with emphasis on universal visibility and mourning.

In Matthew 16:27, Jesus directly speaks of his future coming in glory with angels to repay — the same appearing.

In Matthew 25:31, Jesus describes his glorious coming with angels to judge — parallel to the appearing in glory.

In Matthew 26:64, Jesus tells the high priest he will see the Son of Man coming on clouds — the same future appearing.

Mark 8:38 Parallel

In Mark 8:38, Jesus warns of being ashamed of him when he comes in his Father's glory — the appearing referenced here.

Mark 14:62 Parallel

In Mark 14:62, Jesus declares he will come with clouds — a direct parallel to the glorious appearing.

Isaiah 25:9 Allusion

In Isaiah 25:9, the people rejoice at God's coming salvation — a prophetic anticipation of the blessed hope and appearing.

Romans 8:23 Parallel

Romans 8:23 also depicts eager waiting for future redemption — the same 'waiting for our blessed hope', specifically the redemption of our bodies.

Isaiah 45:22 declares God alone saves — Titus 2:13 identifies Jesus as that God and Savior, linking OT monotheism to Christ's deity.

1 Peter 1:5 Parallel

1 Peter 1:5 echoes this hope of salvation ready to be revealed, emphasizing God's protective power until then.

Hebrews 1:8 Related theme

Hebrews 1:8 directly calls the Son 'God' — reinforcing the deity of Christ as 'our great God and Savior' in this verse.

Luke 1:47 Allusion

Luke 1:47 calls God 'my Savior' — Titus 2:13 explicitly identifies Jesus as that God and Savior, affirming Christ's deity.

2 Timothy 1:10 explicitly mentions the 'appearing of our Savior Jesus Christ' who abolished death — the same epiphany event.

John 1:1 Parallel

John 1:1 affirms the Word is God — Titus 2:13 echoes this by calling Jesus 'our great God and Savior', a clear statement of His divinity.

1 Timothy 1:1 Related theme

1 Timothy 1:1 calls Christ 'our hope' — the same identification of Jesus as the blessed hope, strengthening the connection.

Isaiah 43:11 declares 'I am the LORD, and besides me there is no savior'—affirming exclusive deity, which Titus applies to Jesus as 'God and Savior'.

2 Thessalonians 1:7 describes Christ's revelation from heaven with angels — the same appearing event that is the blessed hope here.

In 1 Thessalonians 2:19, the same hope and coming of Christ are central — believers are Paul's joy and crown at Christ's parousia.

1 Thessalonians 1:10 describes waiting for God's Son from heaven — identical theme of eagerly awaiting Jesus' return and deliverance.

John 5:23 Parallel

John 5:23 commands honoring the Son equally with the Father — Titus 2:13 places Jesus on the same divine level as God.

Colossians 2:9 Related theme

Colossians 2:9 states the fullness of deity dwells in Christ bodily — directly supporting the confession of Jesus as God and Savior.

2 Peter 1:1 Parallel

2 Peter 1:1 uses the identical title 'our God and Savior Jesus Christ', affirming His deity.

1 John 2:28 Parallel

1 John 2:28 also speaks of confidence at Christ's appearing, linking abiding in Him to that hope.

John 10:30 Parallel

John 10:30 declares Jesus and the Father are one — Titus 2:13 calls Jesus 'our great God', affirming that unity.

Isaiah 9:6 Allusion

Isaiah 9:6 calls the Messiah 'Mighty God'—identifying Him as divine, matching Titus's 'great God and Savior Jesus Christ'.

Philippians 2:6 Related theme

Philippians 2:6 affirms Christ's deity in pre-existence, reinforcing the title 'great God and Savior' used here for Jesus.

Galatians 5:5 directly parallels waiting for the hope of righteousness by faith — the same eager expectation of eschatological fulfillment.

1 John 5:20 Parallel

1 John 5:20 affirms Jesus as the true God and eternal life, paralleling the divine title here.

In 2 Thessalonians 1:9, the same appearing brings destruction on the disobedient — a contrasting outcome to the hope emphasized in this verse.

James 2:1 Parallel

James 2:1 calls Jesus 'the Lord of glory' — matching the majestic title 'great God and Savior' though in a different context.

Psalm 98:2 Parallel

Psalm 98:2 says 'The LORD has made known his salvation'—revealed salvation that Titus anticipates in Christ's appearing.

Psalm 96:13 Parallel

Psalm 96:13 announces 'He comes to judge'—parallel to the eschatological coming of Christ in Titus, though judgment vs blessed hope.

Matthew 25:1's parable of the virgins waiting for the bridegroom illustrates the eager expectation of Christ's appearing in Titus.

Hebrews 6:18 Related theme

In Hebrews 6:18, the hope set before believers is the same blessed hope—anchored in God's unchangeable promises.

In 2 Thessalonians 2:16, the 'good hope' given by grace is the same blessed hope—the comfort of Christ's return.

Colossians 1:23 Related theme

In Colossians 1:23, the hope of the gospel is the same blessed hope—believers must remain steadfast in it.

Colossians 1:5 Related theme

In Colossians 1:5, the hope laid up in heaven is the same blessed hope—the future inheritance tied to Christ's appearing.

Acts 5:31 Parallel

Acts 5:31 presents Jesus as Savior exalted by God — Titus 2:13 calls Jesus 'our great God' and Savior, combining the titles.

Ephesians 1:18 speaks of the hope to which we are called — the glorious inheritance, related to the blessed hope of Christ's appearing.

Acts 26:6 Parallel

Acts 26:6 speaks of hope in God's promise — Titus 2:13's 'blessed hope' is the appearing of Christ, the fulfillment of that promise.

Romans 15:13 Related theme

In Romans 15:13, Paul prays for abounding in hope—the same Christian hope that looks forward to Christ's return.

In Job 19:25-27, Job expresses confidence in seeing his Redeemer after death — a parallel hope of a future divine appearance.