Contradictions and Paradoxes in 1 John 4:2

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 1 John 4:2 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 1 John 4:2. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to John, Christians believe that if someone says Jesus came to earth as a real person, they have God's spirit in them. This means they are sharing God's true message.

1 John 4:2: Hereby know ye the Spirit of God: Every spirit that confesseth that Jesus Christ is come in the flesh is of God:

Contradiction with Matthew 24:24

This verse mentions false Christs and false prophets performing signs and wonders, which may contradict the idea of recognizing the Spirit of God solely based on the acknowledgment of Jesus Christ coming in the flesh.

Matthew 24:24: For there shall arise false Christs, and false prophets, and shall shew great signs and wonders; insomuch that, if [it were] possible, they shall deceive the very elect.

Contradiction with 2 Corinthians 11:13-15

These verses describe false apostles and deceitful workers transforming into apostles of Christ, suggesting that mere acknowledgment could be deceptive, challenging the test of spirit in 1 John 4:2.

2 Corinthians 11:13-15: For such [are] false apostles, deceitful workers, transforming themselves into the apostles of Christ.

Contradiction with James 2:19

This verse states that even demons believe in God and shudder, which implies that mere acknowledgment of Christ’s incarnation may not be an adequate test of a true spirit.

James 2:19: Thou believest that there is one God; thou doest well: the devils also believe, and tremble.
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