Contradictions and Paradoxes in 1 Corinthians 1:2

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

According to Paul, this verse means that the people in the city of Corinth who follow Jesus are special and chosen to be holy, just like everyone else who believes in Jesus all around the world. It's like being part of a big, loving family where everyone calls on Jesus for help.

1 Corinthians 1:2: Unto the church of God which is at Corinth, to them that are sanctified in Christ Jesus, called [to be] saints, with all that in every place call upon the name of Jesus Christ our Lord, both theirs and ours:

Contradiction with Matthew 10:34

This verse speaks about bringing division rather than calling those to sanctification in unity, as seen in 1 Corinthians 1:2.

Matthew 10:34: Think not that I am come to send peace on earth: I came not to send peace, but a sword.

Contradiction with Romans 3:23

This emphasizes that all have sinned, contradicting the notion of being sanctified or set apart for holiness mentioned in 1 Corinthians 1:2.

Romans 3:23: For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God;
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