Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 1:23
While 1 Corinthians 2:2 focuses solely on preaching about Jesus Christ and His crucifixion, 1 Corinthians 1:23 acknowledges that Christ crucified is a stumbling block and foolishness to some, suggesting the message is not universally received as Paul indicates in 1 Corinthians 2:2.
1 Corinthians 1:23: But we preach Christ crucified, unto the Jews a stumblingblock, and unto the Greeks foolishness;
Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 9:22
1 Corinthians 2:2 emphasizes a singular focus on Christ crucified, whereas 1 Corinthians 9:22 shows Paul adapting his message to different audiences, indicating flexibility rather than a single focus.
1 Corinthians 9:22: To the weak became I as weak, that I might gain the weak: I am made all things to all [men], that I might by all means save some.
Contradiction with Galatians 5:2-4
In 1 Corinthians 2:2, Paul's focus is on Christ crucified, but in Galatians 5:2-4, Paul warns against relying solely on Christ if one chooses legalism, highlighting different aspects of his overall message beyond the crucifixion.
Galatians 5:2-4: Behold, I Paul say unto you, that if ye be circumcised, Christ shall profit you nothing.
Contradiction with Philippians 1:18
1 Corinthians 2:2 stresses knowing only Christ crucified, but Philippians 1:18 shows Paul rejoicing in Christ being preached regardless of the motives, realizing that the message might vary in content and intention.
Philippians 1:18: What then? notwithstanding, every way, whether in pretence, or in truth, Christ is preached; and I therein do rejoice, yea, and will rejoice.