1 Corinthians 7:22

For he who was a slave when he was called by the Lord is the Lord’s freedman. Conversely, he who was a free man when he was called is Christ’s slave.

Cross References (16)

  • 1 Peter 2:16 (11)

    Live in freedom, but do not use your freedom as a cover-up for evil; live as servants of God.

  • Philemon 1:16 (7)

    no longer as a slave, but better than a slave, as a beloved brother. He is especially beloved to me, but even more so to

  • Colossians 3:22–24 (5)

    Slaves, obey your earthly masters in everything, not only to please them while they are watching, but with sincerity of

  • Romans 6:18–22 (4)

    You have been set free from sin and have become slaves to righteousness.

  • Galatians 5:1 (4)

    It is for freedom that Christ has set us free. Stand firm, then, and do not be encumbered once more by a yoke of slavery

  • Galatians 5:13 (4)

    For you, brothers, were called to freedom; but do not use your freedom as an opportunity for the flesh. Rather, serve on

  • Psalms 116:16 (3)

    Truly, O LORD, I am Your servant; I am Your servant, the son of Your maidservant; You have broken my bonds.

  • 2 Peter 1:1 (3)

    Simon Peter, a servant and apostle of Jesus Christ, To those who through the righteousness of our God and Savior Jesus C

  • Romans 1:1 (2)

    Paul, a servant of Christ Jesus, called to be an apostle, and set apart for the gospel of God—

  • John 8:32–36 (2)

    Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.”

  • Luke 1:74–75 (2)

    deliverance from hostile hands, that we may serve Him without fear,

  • 1 Corinthians 9:19 (2)

    Though I am free of obligation to anyone, I make myself a slave to everyone, to win as many as possible.

  • Ephesians 6:5–6 (2)

    Slaves, obey your earthly masters with respect and fear and sincerity of heart, just as you would obey Christ.

  • Galatians 1:10 (2)

    Am I now seeking the approval of men, or of God? Or am I striving to please men? If I were still trying to please men, I

  • Jude 1:1 (2)

    Jude, a servant of Jesus Christ and a brother of James, To those who are called, loved by God the Father, and kept in Je

  • Colossians 4:12 (2)

    Epaphras, who is one of you and a servant of Christ Jesus, sends you greetings. He is always wrestling in prayer for you