Contradictions and Paradoxes in 1 Thessalonians 4:5

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 1 Thessalonians 4:5 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 1 Thessalonians 4:5. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Paul, Christians should not act on strong bad desires, like some people who don't know God do. Instead, they should behave in a good way that makes God happy.

1 Thessalonians 4:5: Not in the lust of concupiscence, even as the Gentiles which know not God:

Contradiction with Ephesians 2:3

This verse suggests that people naturally follow the desires of the flesh and mind, indicating that living according to such lusts is an inherent part of human nature.

Ephesians 2:3: Among whom also we all had our conversation in times past in the lusts of our flesh, fulfilling the desires of the flesh and of the mind; and were by nature the children of wrath, even as others. [desires: Gr. wills]

Contradiction with Romans 7:18

Paul acknowledges that nothing good dwells in his flesh, suggesting an ongoing struggle with desires, which contradicts the call to not act in lustful passion.

Romans 7:18: For I know that in me (that is, in my flesh,) dwelleth no good thing: for to will is present with me; but [how] to perform that which is good I find not.

Contradiction with Galatians 5:17

This verse notes that the flesh desires what is contrary to the Spirit, emphasizing an internal conflict rather than instructing complete avoidance of lust-driven actions.

Galatians 5:17: For the flesh lusteth against the Spirit, and the Spirit against the flesh: and these are contrary the one to the other: so that ye cannot do the things that ye would.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:28

Jesus equates looking with lust to committing adultery in the heart, which underscores the difficulty in managing such desires, contrasting with the direct command to avoid them given in Thessalonians.

Matthew 5:28: But I say unto you, That whosoever looketh on a woman to lust after her hath committed adultery with her already in his heart.

Contradiction with 1 John 1:8

This verse claims that if we say we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, hinting at the inevitability of sin, including sinful passions, conflicting with the admonition to resist them.

1 John 1:8: If we say that we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not in us.

Paradox #1

The contradiction or conflict in 1 Thessalonians 4:5 could revolve around the challenge of maintaining one's personal beliefs versus cultural and societal norms regarding behavior. This may create tension for individuals trying to apply ancient teachings to modern life, where expectations and values may differ significantly.

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