Contradictions and Paradoxes in 1 Peter 4:11

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 1 Peter 4:11 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 1 Peter 4:11. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Peter, when someone talks or helps others, they should do it with the words and strength that God gives them. This way, everything they do will make God happy and show how great Jesus is.

1 Peter 4:11: If any man speak, [let him speak] as the oracles of God; if any man minister, [let him do it] as of the ability which God giveth: that God in all things may be glorified through Jesus Christ, to whom be praise and dominion for ever and ever. Amen.

Contradiction with Proverbs 27:2

Encourages letting others praise you, contrary to 1 Peter 4:11 which emphasizes speaking as the oracles of God, focusing on God's glory rather than self-promotion.

Proverbs 27:2: Let another man praise thee, and not thine own mouth; a stranger, and not thine own lips.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:16

Suggests letting your works shine before others for praise, whereas 1 Peter 4:11 highlights speaking to glorify God through Christ.

Matthew 5:16: Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven.

Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 10:31

Advises doing everything for God's glory, similar to 1 Peter 4:11 but expanded beyond speaking, creating a potential contradiction in focus.

1 Corinthians 10:31: Whether therefore ye eat, or drink, or whatsoever ye do, do all to the glory of God.

Contradiction with Philippians 2:3

Promotes humility and putting others first, whereas 1 Peter 4:11 emphasizes speaking as per God's oracles, directing focus on God's authority.

Philippians 2:3: [Let] nothing [be done] through strife or vainglory; but in lowliness of mind let each esteem other better than themselves.

Contradiction with Galatians 6:4

Encourages personal pride in one's work, which could contradict the counsel in 1 Peter 4:11 to serve with the ability God provides for His glory.

Galatians 6:4: But let every man prove his own work, and then shall he have rejoicing in himself alone, and not in another.
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