Contradiction with Matthew 11:28-30
Encourages believers to take on the yoke of Christ, implying a form of servitude, which can conflict with the notion of not being servants of men.
Matthew 11:28-30: Come unto me, all [ye] that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.
Contradiction with Galatians 5:13
Encourages serving one another in love, which could be seen as a form of servitude.
Galatians 5:13: For, brethren, ye have been called unto liberty; only [use] not liberty for an occasion to the flesh, but by love serve one another.
Contradiction with Romans 6:18
Describes believers as being made "servants of righteousness," which suggests a different kind of servitude.
Romans 6:18: Being then made free from sin, ye became the servants of righteousness.
Contradiction with 1 Peter 2:16
Advises Christians to live as free people, yet using their freedom to live as servants of God, juxtaposing the idea of freedom from servitude.
1 Peter 2:16: As free, and not using [your] liberty for a cloke of maliciousness, but as the servants of God. [using: Gr. having]
Contradiction with Ephesians 6:6
Encourages obedience to earthly masters as servants of Christ, thereby establishing a form of servitude contrary to the instruction in 1 Corinthians 7:23 not to be servants of men.
Ephesians 6:6: Not with eyeservice, as menpleasers; but as the servants of Christ, doing the will of God from the heart;
Paradox #1
1 Corinthians 7:23 might seem contradictory for some readers because it talks about being "bought with a price" and relates to the concept of freedom. In Christianity, this is about being freed from sin by Jesus' sacrifice. However, some might see this as conflicting with the idea of free will or personal autonomy, as it implies belonging to someone else. Nonetheless, within the context of Christian theology, it's not seen as a contradiction because it emphasizes spiritual freedom and a new relationship with God.
Paradox #2
The contradiction could be that the verse suggests people were bought at a price, which might conflict with modern views on personal freedom and autonomy. This could be seen as inconsistent with the idea that no one should own or control another person.