Contradictions and Paradoxes in 1 Corinthians 16:9

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 1 Corinthians 16:9 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 1 Corinthians 16:9. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Paul, there is a big chance to do something good, but there are also many people who might try to stop him.

1 Corinthians 16:9: For a great door and effectual is opened unto me, and [there are] many adversaries.

Contradiction with Acts 16:6-7

These verses describe how Paul was forbidden by the Holy Spirit to preach in certain areas, which contradicts the open door for effective work in 1 Corinthians 16:9.

Acts 16:6-7: Now when they had gone throughout Phrygia and the region of Galatia, and were forbidden of the Holy Ghost to preach the word in Asia,

Contradiction with 2 Corinthians 2:12-13

These verses recount a situation where Paul had an open door to preach the gospel but had no rest in his spirit, thus leaving that opportunity, contrasting with the positive response in 1 Corinthians 16:9.

2 Corinthians 2:12-13: Furthermore, when I came to Troas to [preach] Christ's gospel, and a door was opened unto me of the Lord,

Contradiction with Matthew 13:57-58

This passage describes Jesus not being able to do "many mighty works" due to people’s unbelief, contrasting the effective work mentioned in 1 Corinthians 16:9.

Matthew 13:57-58: And they were offended in him. But Jesus said unto them, A prophet is not without honour, save in his own country, and in his own house.

Contradiction with Isaiah 55:11

This verse states that God's word accomplishes what He desires, which might contradict any notion of opposition hindering work as suggested in 1 Corinthians 16:9.

Isaiah 55:11: So shall my word be that goeth forth out of my mouth: it shall not return unto me void, but it shall accomplish that which I please, and it shall prosper [in the thing] whereto I sent it.

Contradiction with Mark 6:5-6

Jesus could do no mighty work in His hometown due to unbelief, presenting a contrast to the effective and open opportunity described in 1 Corinthians 16:9.

Mark 6:5-6: And he could there do no mighty work, save that he laid his hands upon a few sick folk, and healed [them].
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