Contradictions and Paradoxes in 1 Thessalonians 2:19

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 1 Thessalonians 2:19 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 1 Thessalonians 2:19. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Paul, the person who wrote this book, Christians believe that their happiness and reward come from knowing and seeing their friends and other believers happy with Jesus when He comes back. It's like the biggest celebration because everyone is together with Jesus.

1 Thessalonians 2:19: For what [is] our hope, or joy, or crown of rejoicing? [Are] not even ye in the presence of our Lord Jesus Christ at his coming? [rejoicing: or, glorying?]

Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 5:6

1 Thessalonians 2:19 speaks of boasting in believers at the coming of Jesus, whereas 1 Corinthians 5:6 warns against boasting, suggesting that it is not good.

1 Corinthians 5:6: Your glorying [is] not good. Know ye not that a little leaven leaveneth the whole lump?

Contradiction with Proverbs 27:1

While 1 Thessalonians 2:19 looks forward confidently to a future event (the return of Christ and the joy of meeting believers), Proverbs 27:1 cautions against boasting about the future, as it is uncertain.

Proverbs 27:1: Boast not thyself of to morrow; for thou knowest not what a day may bring forth. [to...: Heb. to morrow day]

Contradiction with James 4:16

1 Thessalonians 2:19 exhibits a positive anticipation of the future, whereas James 4:16 criticizes those who boast about future plans, calling such boasting evil.

James 4:16: But now ye rejoice in your boastings: all such rejoicing is evil.

Contradiction with Jeremiah 9:23

This verse advises against boasting in wisdom, might, or riches. While 1 Thessalonians 2:19 mentions boasting over spiritual matters, Jeremiah emphasizes boasting only in understanding and knowing God.

Jeremiah 9:23: Thus saith the LORD, Let not the wise [man] glory in his wisdom, neither let the mighty [man] glory in his might, let not the rich [man] glory in his riches:

Contradiction with 1 John 2:28

1 Thessalonians 2:19 expresses confidence in joy at Christ's coming, while 1 John 2:28 suggests believers should abide in Christ to avoid shame at His coming.

1 John 2:28: And now, little children, abide in him; that, when he shall appear, we may have confidence, and not be ashamed before him at his coming.
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