Contradictions and Paradoxes in 1 Thessalonians 4:4

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

According to Paul, Christians should treat their bodies with respect and keep them pure, like a special gift that is important and valuable. This means making good choices that honor God.

1 Thessalonians 4:4: That every one of you should know how to possess his vessel in sanctification and honour;

Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 6:18

1 Thessalonians 4:4 advises possessing one's vessel in sanctification and honor, implying self-control, whereas 1 Corinthians 6:18 instructs to flee fornication, suggesting avoidance rather than mastery of one's desires.

1 Corinthians 6:18: Flee fornication. Every sin that a man doeth is without the body; but he that committeth fornication sinneth against his own body.

Contradiction with Romans 13:14

1 Thessalonians 4:4 emphasizes controlling one’s own body, while Romans 13:14 suggests making no provision for the flesh by avoiding temptations entirely, implying external rather than internal control.

Romans 13:14: But put ye on the Lord Jesus Christ, and make not provision for the flesh, to [fulfil] the lusts [thereof].
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