Contradiction with Romans 4:5
This verse teaches that righteousness is counted to those who believe without their works, contradicting the judgment according to deeds emphasized in 2 Corinthians 5:10.
Romans 4:5: But to him that worketh not, but believeth on him that justifieth the ungodly, his faith is counted for righteousness.
Contradiction with Ephesians 2:8-9
These verses emphasize that salvation is by grace through faith, not by works, contradicting the notion of judgment for deeds in 2 Corinthians 5:10.
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 Titus 3:5
This verse states that salvation is not by works of righteousness, which conflicts with the idea of being judged for one's deeds as presented in 2 Corinthians 5:10.
Titus 3:5: Not by works of righteousness which we have done, but according to his mercy he saved us, by the washing of regeneration, and renewing of the Holy Ghost;
Contradiction with Romans 8:1
This verse speaks of no condemnation for those in Christ Jesus, which seems to contradict the accountability for deeds mentioned in 2 Corinthians 5:10.
Romans 8:1: [There is] therefore now no condemnation to them which are in Christ Jesus, who walk not after the flesh, but after the Spirit.
Contradiction with John 5:24
This verse claims those who believe have eternal life and will not come into judgment, conflicting with the idea of judgment for deeds in 2 Corinthians 5:10.
John 5:24: Verily, verily, I say unto you, He that heareth my word, and believeth on him that sent me, hath everlasting life, and shall not come into condemnation; but is passed from death unto life.
Paradox #1
Some people argue that there's a contradiction because this verse talks about being judged for our actions, while other parts of the Bible emphasize salvation through faith and grace rather than works. This could seem inconsistent to those who wonder how faith and actions both play a role in judgment.
Paradox #2
The contradiction in this verse could be seen in the belief that it emphasizes judgment based on deeds, which might seem inconsistent with the concept of salvation by grace through faith alone, as emphasized in other parts of Christian teachings. This could be perceived as a conflict between the idea of being saved by faith versus being judged according to one's actions.