Contradictions and Paradoxes in 1 Corinthians 9:15

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 1 Corinthians 9:15 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 1 Corinthians 9:15. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Paul, he is saying that he doesn't want people to think he is preaching just to get things like money or praise. He believes it's better to continue without these things than to lose his happiness in sharing about Jesus.

1 Corinthians 9:15: But I have used none of these things: neither have I written these things, that it should be so done unto me: for [it were] better for me to die, than that any man should make my glorying void.

Contradiction with Proverbs 11:24

This verse suggests that one can increase by giving freely, contradicting Paul's decision to forgo his rightful dues in 1 Corinthians 9:15.

Proverbs 11:24: There is that scattereth, and yet increaseth; and [there is] that withholdeth more than is meet, but [it tendeth] to poverty.

Contradiction with Matthew 10:10

Jesus instructs the disciples to rely on the support of those they minister to, contradicting Paul's refusal of support in 1 Corinthians 9:15.

Matthew 10:10: Nor scrip for [your] journey, neither two coats, neither shoes, nor yet staves: for the workman is worthy of his meat. [staves: Gr. a staff]

Contradiction with Galatians 6:6

Advises that those taught the word should share all good things with their instructor, contrasting Paul's choice not to benefit from his preaching.

Galatians 6:6: Let him that is taught in the word communicate unto him that teacheth in all good things.
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