Contradictions and Paradoxes in 1 Corinthians 10:31

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 1 Corinthians 10:31 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 1 Corinthians 10:31. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Paul, everything you do, even eating or drinking, should make God happy and show how special He is. It's like doing everything in a way that makes God smile.

1 Corinthians 10:31: Whether therefore ye eat, or drink, or whatsoever ye do, do all to the glory of God.

Contradiction with Matthew 6:1

This verse warns against doing actions to be seen by others, whereas 1 Corinthians 10:31 encourages doing everything for God's glory, potentially inviting public attention.

Matthew 6:1: Take heed that ye do not your alms before men, to be seen of them: otherwise ye have no reward of your Father which is in heaven. [alms: or, righteousness] [of your: or, with your]

Contradiction with Matthew 23:5

This verse criticizes doing deeds to be seen by others, in contrast to 1 Corinthians 10:31 which might involve public actions glorifying God.

Matthew 23:5: But all their works they do for to be seen of men: they make broad their phylacteries, and enlarge the borders of their garments, [phylacteries: pieces of parchment containing sentences of the law]

Contradiction with Matthew 25:13

This verse emphasizes watchfulness and readiness for the unknown time of Jesus' return, which can contrast the focus on immediate actions as seen in 1 Corinthians 10:31.

Matthew 25:13: Watch therefore, for ye know neither the day nor the hour wherein the Son of man cometh.

Contradiction with Luke 18:11-12

The Pharisee's actions appear boastful, focused on self-glorification rather than God, thus conflicting with the intent of 1 Corinthians 10:31.

Luke 18:11-12: The Pharisee stood and prayed thus with himself, God, I thank thee, that I am not as other men [are], extortioners, unjust, adulterers, or even as this publican.

Contradiction with John 12:43

Preferring the approval of men over God’s glory contrasts with the directive of 1 Corinthians 10:31 to do everything for God's glory.

John 12:43: For they loved the praise of men more than the praise of God.
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