Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Corinthians 11:28

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 2 Corinthians 11:28 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 2 Corinthians 11:28. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Paul, he worries every day about making sure all the churches are okay and doing well.

2 Corinthians 11:28: Beside those things that are without, that which cometh upon me daily, the care of all the churches.

Contradiction with Matthew 6:34

Encourages not to worry about tomorrow, while 2 Corinthians 11:28 describes ongoing concerns and anxieties.

Matthew 6:34: Take therefore no thought for the morrow: for the morrow shall take thought for the things of itself. Sufficient unto the day [is] the evil thereof.

Contradiction with Philippians 4:6

Advises not to be anxious about anything, in contrast to the daily care Paul experiences.

Philippians 4:6: Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God.

Contradiction with 1 Peter 5:7

Urges believers to cast all anxieties on God, contrasting with Paul's mention of continuous anxiety.

1 Peter 5:7: Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you.

Contradiction with Matthew 11:28-30

Jesus offers rest for the weary, yet Paul speaks of ongoing cares and troubles.

Matthew 11:28-30: Come unto me, all [ye] that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.

Contradiction with Psalm 55:22

Encourages casting burdens on the Lord, contrasting with Paul's expressed continuous burden of care.

Psalm 55:22: Cast thy burden upon the LORD, and he shall sustain thee: he shall never suffer the righteous to be moved. [burden: or, gift]

Contradiction with Isaiah 26:3

Promises perfect peace to those who trust in God, conflicting with Paul's mention of daily concern and care.

Isaiah 26:3: Thou wilt keep [him] in perfect peace, [whose] mind [is] stayed [on thee]: because he trusteth in thee. [perfect...: Heb. peace, peace] [mind: or, thought, or, imagination]
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