Cross-references Explore similar Bible verses on 1 Corinthians 9:16 in English Standard Version "For if I preach the gospel, that gives me no ground for boasting. For necessity is laid upon me. Woe to me if I do not preach the gospel!" Ac 4:20 for we cannot but speak of what we have seen and heard.” Ac 9:6 But rise and enter the city, and you will be told what you are to do.” Ro 1:14 I am under obligation both to Greeks and to barbarians, both to the wise and to the foolish.