Contradictions and Paradoxes in 1 Corinthians 16:2

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 1 Corinthians 16:2 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 1 Corinthians 16:2. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Paul, Christians should set aside some money every Sunday based on how much God has blessed them, so that when he visits, they do not have to collect donations last minute. This helps everyone be ready to help those in need.

1 Corinthians 16:2: Upon the first [day] of the week let every one of you lay by him in store, as [God] hath prospered him, that there be no gatherings when I come.

Contradiction with Matthew 6:3

Encourages giving in secret, which may contradict the public setting implied by laying aside donations on the first day of the week.

Matthew 6:3: But when thou doest alms, let not thy left hand know what thy right hand doeth:

Contradiction with Acts 4:34-35

Describes communal sharing where distribution was made based on need, contrasting with individual setting aside of funds.

Acts 4:34-35: Neither was there any among them that lacked: for as many as were possessors of lands or houses sold them, and brought the prices of the things that were sold,

Contradiction with Matthew 19:21

Encourages selling possessions and giving to the poor for treasure in heaven, which is a different approach than regular contributions.

Matthew 19:21: Jesus said unto him, If thou wilt be perfect, go [and] sell that thou hast, and give to the poor, and thou shalt have treasure in heaven: and come [and] follow me.

Contradiction with 2 Corinthians 9:7

States that giving should be of one's own accord and not under compulsion, which may seem different from regular and systematic setting aside.

2 Corinthians 9:7: Every man according as he purposeth in his heart, [so let him give]; not grudgingly, or of necessity: for God loveth a cheerful giver.

Contradiction with Luke 18:22

Advises selling all possessions and distributing to the poor, which is more radical than setting aside a portion weekly.

Luke 18:22: Now when Jesus heard these things, he said unto him, Yet lackest thou one thing: sell all that thou hast, and distribute unto the poor, and thou shalt have treasure in heaven: and come, follow me.
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