Contradiction with James 1:6
James emphasizes asking in faith without doubt, while 1 Timothy 1:19 underscores maintaining faith and a good conscience.
James 1:6: But let him ask in faith, nothing wavering. For he that wavereth is like a wave of the sea driven with the wind and tossed.
Contradiction with Matthew 21:21-22
These verses speak about faith that moves mountains and receiving whatever asked in prayer, contrasting with 1 Timothy 1:19's focus on holding faith and a good conscience to avoid spiritual shipwreck.
Matthew 21:21-22: Jesus answered and said unto them, Verily I say unto you, If ye have faith, and doubt not, ye shall not only do this [which is done] to the fig tree, but also if ye shall say unto this mountain, Be thou removed, and be thou cast into the sea; it shall be done.
Contradiction with Mark 9:24
The verse shows a man expressing belief despite unbelief, which seems contradictory to 1 Timothy 1:19's insistence on unwavering faith and good conscience.
Mark 9:24: And straightway the father of the child cried out, and said with tears, Lord, I believe; help thou mine unbelief.
Contradiction with Hebrews 11:1
Describes faith as the substance of things hoped for, contrasting with 1 Timothy 1:19 where faith must be actively maintained with a good conscience.
Hebrews 11:1: Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen. [substance: or, ground, or, confidence]
Contradiction with Romans 14:23
States that whatsoever is not of faith is sin, highlighting that any action lacking faith is sinful, which broadens the concept of maintaining faith compared to 1 Timothy 1:19.
Romans 14:23: And he that doubteth is damned if he eat, because [he eateth] not of faith: for whatsoever [is] not of faith is sin. [doubteth: or, discerneth and putteth a difference between meats] [damned: or, condemned, or liable to punishment]
Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 10:12
Encourages taking heed lest one falls, suggesting vigilance in faith that aligns but complicates the straightforwardness of 1 Timothy 1:19.
1 Corinthians 10:12: Wherefore let him that thinketh he standeth take heed lest he fall.
Paradox #1
1 Timothy 1:19 emphasizes holding onto faith and a good conscience. A possible contradiction might arise if someone believes staying true to their faith requires actions that conflict with their personal moral compass or conscience. If their understanding of faith demands actions they feel are wrong or harmful, it can create internal conflict between their beliefs and their sense of right and wrong.