Contradiction with Matthew 7:1
This verse says, "Judge not, that ye be not judged," which contradicts the call to judge those within the church in 1 Corinthians 5:12.
Matthew 7:1: Judge not, that ye be not judged.
Contradiction with James 4:12
This verse states that there is only one lawgiver and judge, suggesting humans should not judge each other, which is contrary to Paul's instruction to judge church members.
James 4:12: There is one lawgiver, who is able to save and to destroy: who art thou that judgest another?
Contradiction with Romans 14:4
This verse asks, "Who art thou that judgest another man's servant?" indicating that judgment should not occur among believers, opposing the instruction in 1 Corinthians 5:12.
Romans 14:4: Who art thou that judgest another man's servant? to his own master he standeth or falleth. Yea, he shall be holden up: for God is able to make him stand.
Paradox #1
1 Corinthians 5:12 deals with judging those inside the church, suggesting it is not the church's role to judge those outside. A potential contradiction could arise when comparing this with other teachings that encourage broader moral discernment or judgment, such as sharing faith or moral teachings with wider society. This could seem inconsistent if one interprets the Bible as also advocating for engagement and judgment in a wider context beyond the church community.
Paradox #2
The potential contradiction in 1 Corinthians 5:12 could be seen in the tension between judging those outside the community versus practicing universal love and non-judgment. The verse implies focusing judgment within the community, which might conflict with the broader teaching of loving all people and not judging others.