Contradictions and Paradoxes in 1 Corinthians 3:10

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 1 Corinthians 3:10 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 1 Corinthians 3:10. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Paul, God helped him start something important like building a strong house, and now others need to add more parts carefully. It's like making sure you use good blocks and not wobbly ones to keep it strong.

1 Corinthians 3:10: According to the grace of God which is given unto me, as a wise masterbuilder, I have laid the foundation, and another buildeth thereon. But let every man take heed how he buildeth thereupon.

Contradiction with James 1:5

This verse suggests asking God for wisdom directly, which contrasts with relying on human wisdom in building a foundation mentioned in 1 Corinthians 3:10.

James 1:5: If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, that giveth to all [men] liberally, and upbraideth not; and it shall be given him.

Contradiction with Jeremiah 17:5

It warns against trusting in human wisdom and strength, opposing the idea of laying a foundation based on human capability as in 1 Corinthians 3:10.

Jeremiah 17:5: Thus saith the LORD; Cursed [be] the man that trusteth in man, and maketh flesh his arm, and whose heart departeth from the LORD.

Contradiction with Matthew 7:24-27

This passage emphasizes building upon Christ's teachings as the sole foundation, differing from the permission given to individuals for laying their own foundation in 1 Corinthians 3:10.

Matthew 7:24-27: Therefore whosoever heareth these sayings of mine, and doeth them, I will liken him unto a wise man, which built his house upon a rock:
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