Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Corinthians 4:13

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 2 Corinthians 4:13 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 2 Corinthians 4:13. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Paul, it's like when you trust something is true, you talk about it. So, because they believe in Jesus, they tell others about Him.

2 Corinthians 4:13: We having the same spirit of faith, according as it is written, I believed, and therefore have I spoken; we also believe, and therefore speak;

Contradiction with Proverbs 3:5

Trusting in the LORD rather than in one's own spoken beliefs contradicts the notion of speaking because of belief.

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

Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 5:2

Advises against being hasty with words or speaking impulsively which contrasts with speaking out as a result of belief.

Ecclesiastes 5:2: Be not rash with thy mouth, and let not thine heart be hasty to utter [any] thing before God: for God [is] in heaven, and thou upon earth: therefore let thy words be few. [thing: or, word]

Contradiction with James 1:19

Encourages being slow to speak, which can contrast with the speaking boldness suggested by faith in 2 Corinthians 4:13.

James 1:19: Wherefore, my beloved brethren, let every man be swift to hear, slow to speak, slow to wrath:

Contradiction with Job 6:24

Job desires to be taught and corrected in understanding, implying restraint in speech, as opposed to speaking from belief.

Job 6:24: Teach me, and I will hold my tongue: and cause me to understand wherein I have erred.
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