Contradiction with Romans 3:10
This verse asserts that no one is righteous, contradicting the concept of examining oneself for faith implied in 2 Corinthians 13:5.
Romans 3:10: As it is written, There is none righteous, no, not one:
Contradiction with 1 John 1:8
This verse states that if we claim to be without sin we deceive ourselves, contrasting the self-examination concept in 2 Corinthians 13:5 which implies some might find themselves blameless.
1 John 1:8: If we say that we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not in us.
Contradiction with Ephesians 2:8-9
These verses emphasize salvation by grace through faith as a gift, not a result of examining oneself or works, which contrasts with the self-examination for faith in 2 Corinthians 13:5.
Ephesians 2:8-9: For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: [it is] the gift of God:
Contradiction with Jeremiah 17:9
This verse describes the heart as deceitful and wicked, implying that self-examination (mentioned in 2 Corinthians 13:5) might be unreliable.
Jeremiah 17:9: The heart [is] deceitful above all [things], and desperately wicked: who can know it?
Contradiction with Matthew 7:1
This verse advises against judging others, and by implication, oneself, which may contradict the self-examination exhortation in 2 Corinthians 13:5.
Matthew 7:1: Judge not, that ye be not judged.
Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 4:3-4
Paul talks about not being concerned with human judgment of himself and trusting God's judgment, which can contradict the self-examination proposed in 2 Corinthians 13:5.
1 Corinthians 4:3-4: But with me it is a very small thing that I should be judged of you, or of man's judgment: yea, I judge not mine own self. [judgment: Gr. day]
Paradox #1
Some people see a contradiction in this verse because it talks about examining oneself to see if one is in the faith. This might seem inconsistent with the idea that faith is a gift from God and not something one gains through self-examination or personal merit. This can raise questions about the balance between human responsibility and divine grace.