Contradictions and Paradoxes in 1 Corinthians 9:10

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 1 Corinthians 9:10 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 1 Corinthians 9:10. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Paul, God wants us to work happily, believing that good things will come from our hard work. He says this to remind us that when we hope and try our best, we can share in the good results.

1 Corinthians 9:10: Or saith he [it] altogether for our sakes? For our sakes, no doubt, [this] is written: that he that ploweth should plow in hope; and that he that thresheth in hope should be partaker of his hope.

Contradiction with 2 Thessalonians 3:10

This verse states that if any would not work, neither should they eat, which contradicts with the idea of providing for those who preach the gospel without them needing to work for it directly.

2 Thessalonians 3:10: For even when we were with you, this we commanded you, that if any would not work, neither should he eat.

Contradiction with Matthew 6:25-26

These verses emphasize not worrying about food and trust in God's provision, which contradicts the principle of earning sustenance through labor as suggested in 1 Corinthians 9:10.

Matthew 6:25-26: Therefore I say unto you, Take no thought for your life, what ye shall eat, or what ye shall drink; nor yet for your body, what ye shall put on. Is not the life more than meat, and the body than raiment?

Contradiction with 1 Timothy 5:18

This verse states that the laborer is worthy of his reward, which may contradict the idea of provision without repayment of effort or specific labor.

1 Timothy 5:18: For the scripture saith, Thou shalt not muzzle the ox that treadeth out the corn. And, The labourer [is] worthy of his reward.

Paradox #1

The moral conflict in 1 Corinthians 9:10 could arise from the balance between spiritual and material rewards. Some people might see a contradiction between working for spiritual goals and expecting material benefits. The verse suggests that those who work should share in the benefits of their work, but others might question whether focusing on material rewards could detract from spiritual purpose.

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