Contradiction with Proverbs 16:18
Proverbs 16:18 suggests that pride comes before a fall, implying that one’s own actions can result in downfall, while 1 Corinthians 1:29 emphasizes that no flesh should glory in the presence of God, indicating that all credit ought to be ascribed to God, not personal actions.
Proverbs 16:18: Pride [goeth] before destruction, and an haughty spirit before a fall.
Contradiction with Matthew 23:12
Matthew 23:12 states that those who exalt themselves will be humbled and vice versa, which presents a divine justice mechanism for those who seek their own glory, whereas 1 Corinthians 1:29 asserts that no flesh should glory at all in God’s presence, focusing on divine precedence over justice.
Matthew 23:12: And whosoever shall exalt himself shall be abased; and he that shall humble himself shall be exalted.
Contradiction with James 4:6
James 4:6 explains that God resists the proud and gives grace to the humble, implying that human attitude can affect divine response, which contrasts with 1 Corinthians 1:29’s position that excludes human glory altogether.
James 4:6: But he giveth more grace. Wherefore he saith, God resisteth the proud, but giveth grace unto the humble.
Contradiction with Isaiah 42:8
Isaiah 42:8 declares that God will not share His glory with another, closely tying divine glory to God’s identity, which can be seen as potentially conflicting with 1 Corinthians 1:29's emphasis on the absence of human glory in divine presence.
Isaiah 42:8: I [am] the LORD: that [is] my name: and my glory will I not give to another, neither my praise to graven images.
Contradiction with Jeremiah 9:23-24
Jeremiah 9:23-24 tells individuals not to boast in wisdom, might, or riches but to glory in understanding and knowing God, which sets conditions for rightful boasting, as opposed to 1 Corinthians 1:29, which states that no flesh should glory in God's presence.
Jeremiah 9:23-24: Thus saith the LORD, Let not the wise [man] glory in his wisdom, neither let the mighty [man] glory in his might, let not the rich [man] glory in his riches:
Paradox #1
This verse may seem contradictory because it implies that no one should boast in God's presence, yet throughout history, religious people have been known to take pride in their faith or good deeds. This could be seen as inconsistent since humans naturally take pride in achievements, even those related to their religious beliefs.