Cross-references Explore similar Bible verses on Romans 9:9 in English Standard Version "For this is what the promise said: “About this time next year I will return, and Sarah shall have a son.”" Ge 17:21 But I will establish my covenant with Isaac, whom Sarah shall bear to you at this time next year.” Ge 18:10 The Lord said, “I will surely return to you about this time next year, and Sarah your wife shall have a son.” And Sarah was listening at the tent door behind him. Ge 18:14 Is anything too hard for the Lord? At the appointed time I will return to you, about this time next year, and Sarah shall have a son.”