1 Corinthians 7:22

God's Word

If the Lord called you when you were a slave, you are the Lord’s free person. In the same way, if you were free when you were called, you are Christ’s slave.

Cross References

Psalm 116:16

O Lord, I am indeed your servant. I am your servant, the son of your female servant. You have freed me from my chains.

Romans 1:1

From Paul, a servant of Jesus Christ, called to be an apostle and appointed to spread the Good News of God.

1 Corinthians 7:21

Were you a slave when you were called? That shouldn’t bother you. However, if you have a chance to become free, take it.

1 Corinthians 9:19

Although I’m free from all people, I have made myself a slave for all people to win more of them.

1 Corinthians 9:21

I became like a person who does not have Moses’ Teachings for those who don’t have those teachings. I did this to win them even though I have God’s teachings. I’m really subject to Christ’s teachings.

Galatians 1:10

Am I saying this now to win the approval of people or God? Am I trying to please people? If I were still trying to please people, I would not be Christ’s servant.

Galatians 5:1

Christ has freed us so that we may enjoy the benefits of freedom. Therefore, be firm ⌞in this freedom⌟, and don’t become slaves again.

Galatians 5:13

You were indeed called to be free, brothers and sisters. Don’t turn this freedom into an excuse for your corrupt nature to express itself. Rather, serve each other through love.

Colossians 4:12

Epaphras, a servant of Christ Jesus from your city, greets you. He always prays intensely for you. He prays that you will continue to be mature and completely convinced of everything that God wants.

Philemon 1:16

no longer as a slave but better than a slave—as a dear brother. He is especially dear to me, but even more so to you, both as a person and as a Christian.

1 Peter 2:16

Live as free people, but don’t hide behind your freedom when you do evil. Instead, use your freedom to serve God.

2 Peter 1:1

From Simon Peter, a servant and apostle of Jesus Christ. To those who have obtained a faith that is as valuable as ours, a faith based on the approval that comes from our God and Savior, Jesus Christ.

Jude 1:1

From Jude, a servant of Jesus Christ and brother of James. To those who have been called, who are loved by God the Father, and who are kept safe for Jesus Christ.