Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Corinthians 1:9

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 2 Corinthians 1:9 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 2 Corinthians 1:9. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Paul, this verse teaches us that sometimes when we feel really scared or in danger, like Paul did, it's a reminder that we shouldn't only depend on ourselves to be safe but trust God who can do amazing things, like bringing people back to life. It helps us remember that God is very powerful and takes care of us even when we are worried.

2 Corinthians 1:9: But we had the sentence of death in ourselves, that we should not trust in ourselves, but in God which raiseth the dead: [sentence: or, answer]

Contradiction with Proverbs 3:5-6

Encourages reliance on the Lord with all one's heart, whereas 2 Corinthians 1:9 emphasizes not trusting in oneself.

Proverbs 3:5-6: Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.

Contradiction with Philippians 4:13

States that one can do all things through Christ who strengthens them, which can be seen as contradicting the need for despair mentioned in 2 Corinthians 1:9.

Philippians 4:13: I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me.

Contradiction with Isaiah 41:10

Promises strength and help from God, which contrasts with the notion of despair in 2 Corinthians 1:9.

Isaiah 41:10: Fear thou not; for I [am] with thee: be not dismayed; for I [am] thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness.

Contradiction with Matthew 6:31-33

Advises not to worry and to seek God's kingdom first, which challenges the concept of the sentence of death in ourselves in 2 Corinthians 1:9.

Matthew 6:31-33: Therefore take no thought, saying, What shall we eat? or, What shall we drink? or, Wherewithal shall we be clothed?

Contradiction with Psalm 46:1

Declares God as a present help in trouble, differing from the despair experienced in 2 Corinthians 1:9.

Psalm 46:1: [To the chief Musician for the sons of Korah, A Song upon Alamoth.] God [is] our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. [for: or, of]
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