Contradictions and Paradoxes in 1 Corinthians 9:4

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 1 Corinthians 9:4 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 1 Corinthians 9:4. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Paul, we have the right to eat and drink what we need. He is saying that it's okay to take care of our basic needs.

1 Corinthians 9:4: Have we not power to eat and to drink?

Contradiction with 2 Thessalonians 3:10

Emphasizes the necessity of working for food, opposing the right to receive sustenance without labor.

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 Luke 10:7

States that a laborer deserves wages, contrasting with the argument for accepting provisions without question.

Luke 10:7: And in the same house remain, eating and drinking such things as they give: for the labourer is worthy of his hire. Go not from house to house.

Contradiction with Acts 20:33-35

Paul speaks of working for his needs and supporting others, by contrast suggesting ministers should not rely on others for support.

Acts 20:33-35: I have coveted no man's silver, or gold, or apparel.

Contradiction with 1 Thessalonians 2:9

Paul works night and day not to be a burden, contradicting the idea of having a right to eat and drink without working.

1 Thessalonians 2:9: For ye remember, brethren, our labour and travail: for labouring night and day, because we would not be chargeable unto any of you, we preached unto you the gospel of God.
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