Contradiction with Matthew 5:39
1 Thessalonians 1:6 speaks of receiving the word with joy despite affliction, whereas Matthew 5:39 advocates for turning the other cheek, suggesting a passive response to adversity rather than joy.
Matthew 5:39: But I say unto you, That ye resist not evil: but whosoever shall smite thee on thy right cheek, turn to him the other also.
Contradiction with Philippians 2:14
1 Thessalonians 1:6 highlights joy amidst suffering, while Philippians 2:14 encourages doing all things without murmuring, which can imply a focus on overcoming rather than rejoicing in hardship.
Philippians 2:14: Do all things without murmurings and disputings:
Contradiction with James 1:2-3
1 Thessalonians 1:6 emphasizes receiving with joy, whereas James 1:2-3 speaks of counting trials as joy, focusing more on the testing of faith rather than the reception of the word.
James 1:2-3: My brethren, count it all joy when ye fall into divers temptations; [temptations: or, trials]
Contradiction with Revelation 2:10
1 Thessalonians 1:6 mentions joy in affliction, but Revelation 2:10 warns of suffering and calls for faithfulness unto death, highlighting endurance rather than joy.
Revelation 2:10: Fear none of those things which thou shalt suffer: behold, the devil shall cast [some] of you into prison, that ye may be tried; and ye shall have tribulation ten days: be thou faithful unto death, and I will give thee a crown of life.