Contradictions and Paradoxes in 1 Timothy 1:16

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 1 Timothy 1:16 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 1 Timothy 1:16. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Paul, Jesus was very patient and kind to him to show others how patient and kind Jesus can be to those who believe in him, leading them to live forever with Him. Paul thinks he was given this special kindness so everyone could see and believe that Jesus can do the same for them.

1 Timothy 1:16: Howbeit for this cause I obtained mercy, that in me first Jesus Christ might shew forth all longsuffering, for a pattern to them which should hereafter believe on him to life everlasting.

Contradiction with Matthew 7:6

This verse implies that divine truths are not to be given to those who are unworthy, whereas 1 Timothy 1:16 reflects an abundance of patience and mercy shown to all, even the least deserving.

Matthew 7:6: Give not that which is holy unto the dogs, neither cast ye your pearls before swine, lest they trample them under their feet, and turn again and rend you.

Contradiction with 2 Thessalonians 1:8-9

Describes a God who punishes those who do not obey the gospel, contrasting with the example of unlimited patience shown by Jesus Christ in 1 Timothy 1:16.

2 Thessalonians 1:8-9: In flaming fire taking vengeance on them that know not God, and that obey not the gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ: [taking: or, yielding]

Contradiction with Hebrews 10:26-27

Warns of judgment and fiery indignation for willful sin after receiving knowledge of truth, indicating immediate consequences instead of the mercy and patience depicted in 1 Timothy 1:16.

Hebrews 10:26-27: For if we sin wilfully after that we have received the knowledge of the truth, there remaineth no more sacrifice for sins,

Contradiction with Exodus 34:6-7

While God is described as merciful and gracious, He is also portrayed as not clearing the guilty, contradicting the total patience shown to a blasphemer in 1 Timothy 1:16.

Exodus 34:6-7: And the LORD passed by before him, and proclaimed, The LORD, The LORD God, merciful and gracious, longsuffering, and abundant in goodness and truth,

Contradiction with James 2:13

Speaks on judgment without mercy for those who show no mercy, whereas 1 Timothy 1:16 exemplifies unlimited patience as a model for future believers.

James 2:13: For he shall have judgment without mercy, that hath shewed no mercy; and mercy rejoiceth against judgment. [rejoiceth: or, glorieth]

Contradiction with Psalm 103:9

States that God will not always chide or keep His anger forever, conflicting with the concept of endless patience highlighted in 1 Timothy 1:16.

Psalm 103:9: He will not always chide: neither will he keep [his anger] for ever.

Contradiction with Revelation 2:21-22

Jesus gives Jezebel time to repent but states that she will suffer for her unwillingness, contrasting with the ultimate patience shown to Paul as described in 1 Timothy 1:16.

Revelation 2:21-22: And I gave her space to repent of her fornication; and she repented not.
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