Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Corinthians 4:1

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 2 Corinthians 4:1 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 2 Corinthians 4:1. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Paul, God has given us a special job and kindness, so we shouldn't give up. Even when things get tough, we keep going because God helps us.

2 Corinthians 4:1: Therefore seeing we have this ministry, as we have received mercy, we faint not;

Contradiction with Matthew 6:1

While 2 Corinthians 4:1 encourages not fainting and upholding ministry honestly, Matthew 6:1 warns against performing acts publicly to gain recognition, potentially suggesting a different emphasis on visible commitment.

Matthew 6:1: Take heed that ye do not your alms before men, to be seen of them: otherwise ye have no reward of your Father which is in heaven. [alms: or, righteousness] [of your: or, with your]

Contradiction with Galatians 6:9

2 Corinthians 4:1 talks about not losing heart, but Galatians 6:9 focuses on not growing weary in doing good, emphasizing eventual rewards, which might imply a different motivation for perseverance.

Galatians 6:9: And let us not be weary in well doing: for in due season we shall reap, if we faint not.

Contradiction with John 4:6

2 Corinthians 4:1 highlights perseverance and not fainting in ministry, however, John 4:6 depicts a moment where Jesus himself was weary, contrasting human weariness with spiritual steadfastness.

John 4:6: Now Jacob's well was there. Jesus therefore, being wearied with [his] journey, sat thus on the well: [and] it was about the sixth hour.
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