Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Corinthians 10:7

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 2 Corinthians 10:7 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 2 Corinthians 10:7. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Paul, he is reminding people that just noticing how things look on the outside isn't enough. If someone thinks they belong to Jesus, they should remember that others belong to Jesus too.

2 Corinthians 10:7: Do ye look on things after the outward appearance? If any man trust to himself that he is Christ's, let him of himself think this again, that, as he [is] Christ's, even so [are] we Christ's.

Contradiction with Jeremiah 17:10

This verse suggests that God examines the heart and rewards according to one's deeds, whereas 2 Corinthians 10:7 focuses on outward appearances and status in Christ.

Jeremiah 17:10: I the LORD search the heart, [I] try the reins, even to give every man according to his ways, [and] according to the fruit of his doings.

Contradiction with 1 Samuel 16:7

This verse emphasizes that God looks at the heart, not outward appearances, which contrasts with 2 Corinthians 10:7's mention of judging by external appearances.

1 Samuel 16:7: But the LORD said unto Samuel, Look not on his countenance, or on the height of his stature; because I have refused him: for [the LORD seeth] not as man seeth; for man looketh on the outward appearance, but the LORD looketh on the heart. [outward...: Heb. eyes]

Contradiction with Matthew 23:28

Here, the outward appearance of righteousness is condemned while inward corruption is highlighted, contradicting the outward consideration in 2 Corinthians 10:7.

Matthew 23:28: Even so ye also outwardly appear righteous unto men, but within ye are full of hypocrisy and iniquity.

Contradiction with John 7:24

This verse advises not to judge by appearances but to judge with righteous judgment, which opposes the superficial criteria mentioned in 2 Corinthians 10:7.

John 7:24: Judge not according to the appearance, but judge righteous judgment.

Contradiction with James 2:1-4

These verses warn against showing favoritism based on external appearances, contradicting the implication of outward judgment in 2 Corinthians 10:7.

James 2:1-4: My brethren, have not the faith of our Lord Jesus Christ, [the Lord] of glory, with respect of persons.
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