Contradiction with Matthew 24:35
This verse indicates that heaven and earth will pass away, suggesting permanence only in God's words, contradicting the idea that the world alone is transient.
Matthew 24:35: Heaven and earth shall pass away, but my words shall not pass away.
Contradiction with John 3:16
This verse emphasizes the eternal life believers gain, focusing on everlasting life rather than the temporary nature of the world.
John 3:16: For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.
Contradiction with 1 John 2:17
This verse explicitly states that the world is transient but contrasts it with the permanence of doing God's will.
1 John 2:17: And the world passeth away, and the lust thereof: but he that doeth the will of God abideth for ever.
Contradiction with Psalm 104:5
This verse states that the earth is established forever, contradicting the element of temporality highlighted in 1 Corinthians 7:31.
Psalm 104:5: [Who] laid the foundations of the earth, [that] it should not be removed for ever. [Who...: Heb. He hath founded the earth upon her bases]
Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 1:4
This verse notes that the earth abides forever, which contradicts the temporariness mentioned in 1 Corinthians 7:31.
Ecclesiastes 1:4: [One] generation passeth away, and [another] generation cometh: but the earth abideth for ever.
Paradox #1
1 Corinthians 7:31 suggests that the present world is temporary, which can seem to conflict with other parts of the Bible that celebrate creation's enduring nature or God's eternal plans for the earth. This can create tension between viewing the world as temporary versus appreciating its long-term significance.
Paradox #2
This verse suggests that the world and its current form are temporary, urging people to focus on spiritual rather than worldly matters. The contradiction could arise when people question how to balance enjoying life and fulfilling worldly responsibilities with prioritizing spiritual growth. It can be seen as inconsistent if one must choose between living fully in the present world and focusing solely on spiritual aspects.