Contradictions and Paradoxes in 1 Peter 2:8

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 1 Peter 2:8 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 1 Peter 2:8. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Peter, some people trip over Jesus and his teachings because they don't want to listen and follow what he says. This is because they choose not to obey and understand what God wants from them.

1 Peter 2:8: And a stone of stumbling, and a rock of offence, [even to them] which stumble at the word, being disobedient: whereunto also they were appointed.

Contradiction with Matthew 11:28

Offers rest to all who labor and are heavy laden, suggesting inclusion rather than causing stumbling.

Matthew 11:28: Come unto me, all [ye] that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.

Contradiction with John 3:16

Emphasizes God's love for the whole world and offering of salvation to whoever believes, not causing them to stumble.

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 Romans 10:13

Promises salvation to everyone who calls on the name of the Lord, implying accessibility and not stumbling.

Romans 10:13: For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved.

Contradiction with 1 Timothy 2:4

States God desires all people to be saved, which doesn't align with causing stumbling.

1 Timothy 2:4: Who will have all men to be saved, and to come unto the knowledge of the truth.

Contradiction with 2 Peter 3:9

Declares the Lord is patient, not wanting anyone to perish, but for all to come to repentance, contrary to causing stumbling.

2 Peter 3:9: The Lord is not slack concerning his promise, as some men count slackness; but is longsuffering to us-ward, not willing that any should perish, but that all should come to repentance.

Paradox #1

The potential contradiction in 1 Peter 2:8 might be the idea of predestination versus free will. The verse can imply that some people are destined to stumble or disobey, which raises questions about how much choice individuals have in their actions and whether it's fair to hold them accountable for something that might be predetermined. This can conflict with the belief in free will, where people have the power to choose their paths and be responsible for their actions.

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