Contradictions and Paradoxes in 1 Corinthians 10:5

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 1 Corinthians 10:5 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 1 Corinthians 10:5. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Paul, God was not happy with many of the people because they did not listen to Him while they were in the desert, and so they had troubles. This teaches us that it's important to follow God to stay safe and happy.

1 Corinthians 10:5: But with many of them God was not well pleased: for they were overthrown in the wilderness.

Contradiction with Psalm 1:3

This verse describes the blessed man as like a tree planted by the waters, prospering in all he does, which contrasts with the idea of God not being well pleased with some individuals as in 1 Corinthians 10:5.

Psalm 1:3: And he shall be like a tree planted by the rivers of water, that bringeth forth his fruit in his season; his leaf also shall not wither; and whatsoever he doeth shall prosper. [wither: Heb. fade]

Contradiction with Romans 8:1

This verse states that there is no condemnation for those in Christ Jesus, which contradicts the notion in 1 Corinthians 10:5 of some people being overthrown and not pleasing God.

Romans 8:1: [There is] therefore now no condemnation to them which are in Christ Jesus, who walk not after the flesh, but after the Spirit.

Contradiction with Philippians 4:13

This verse declares that one can do all things through Christ who gives strength, contradicting the implication that individuals failed in the wilderness as mentioned in 1 Corinthians 10:5.

Philippians 4:13: I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me.

Contradiction with Psalm 37:23-24

These verses emphasize that the steps of a good man are ordered by the Lord and he will not fall, which contradicts the idea that some were overthrown in the wilderness as implied in 1 Corinthians 10:5.

Psalm 37:23-24: The steps of a [good] man are ordered by the LORD: and he delighteth in his way. [ordered: or, established]

Contradiction with Luke 15:7

This verse highlights joy in heaven over one sinner that repents, contrasting with the displeasure of God toward many as stated in 1 Corinthians 10:5.

Luke 15:7: I say unto you, that likewise joy shall be in heaven over one sinner that repenteth, more than over ninety and nine just persons, which need no repentance.
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