Contradictions and Paradoxes in 1 Corinthians 4:17

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 1 Corinthians 4:17 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 1 Corinthians 4:17. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Paul, he sent his friend Timothy to help remind the people how he follows Jesus and teaches about Him everywhere he goes. Paul thinks of Timothy like a son and trusts him to share these important lessons.

1 Corinthians 4:17: For this cause have I sent unto you Timotheus, who is my beloved son, and faithful in the Lord, who shall bring you into remembrance of my ways which be in Christ, as I teach every where in every church.

Contradiction with Proverbs 27:2

While 1 Corinthians 4:17 mentions Paul sending Timothy to remind people of his ways in Christ, Proverbs 27:2 advises letting another praise you, contradicting the idea of self-commendation indirectly present in appointing someone to vouch for your teaching.

Proverbs 27:2: Let another man praise thee, and not thine own mouth; a stranger, and not thine own lips.

Contradiction with Matthew 23:8

1 Corinthians 4:17 emphasizes Timothy's role in teaching Paul's ways, but Matthew 23:8 teaches that there should be equality among followers, contradicting a hierarchical impression.

Matthew 23:8: But be not ye called Rabbi: for one is your Master, [even] Christ; and all ye are brethren.

Contradiction with Galatians 1:11-12

In 1 Corinthians 4:17, Paul talks about his own ways in Christ, but Galatians 1:11-12 emphasizes that the gospel is not of human origin, suggesting that personal authority should not be the focus.

Galatians 1:11-12: But I certify you, brethren, that the gospel which was preached of me is not after man.

Contradiction with James 3:1

1 Corinthians 4:17 involves sending a teacher (Timothy) to impart Paul’s ways, yet James 3:1 warns against many becoming teachers, indicating a contradiction in encouraging teaching by appointment.

James 3:1: My brethren, be not many masters, knowing that we shall receive the greater condemnation. [condemnation: or, judgment]
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