Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Corinthians 7:5

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 2 Corinthians 7:5 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 2 Corinthians 7:5. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Paul, he and his friends were very tired and worried when they got to a new place. They had problems and were scared both because of what was happening outside and how they felt inside.

2 Corinthians 7:5: For, when we were come into Macedonia, our flesh had no rest, but we were troubled on every side; without [were] fightings, within [were] fears.

Contradiction with Matthew 11:28

This verse offers rest and relief from burden, contradicting the unrest and trouble mentioned in 2 Corinthians 7:5.

Matthew 11:28: Come unto me, all [ye] that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.

Contradiction with Philippians 4:7

This verse promises peace from God, opposing the description of feeling troubled in 2 Corinthians 7:5.

Philippians 4:7: And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.

Contradiction with John 14:27

In this verse, Jesus gives peace, not as the world gives, contrasting with the lack of peace described in 2 Corinthians 7:5.

John 14:27: Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.

Contradiction with Psalm 23:4

This verse speaks of fearlessness even in dark times, whereas 2 Corinthians 7:5 mentions fears.

Psalm 23:4: Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou [art] with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me.

Contradiction with Isaiah 26:3

This verse promises perfect peace for those who trust in God, differing from the unrest in 2 Corinthians 7:5.

Isaiah 26:3: Thou wilt keep [him] in perfect peace, [whose] mind [is] stayed [on thee]: because he trusteth in thee. [perfect...: Heb. peace, peace] [mind: or, thought, or, imagination]

Contradiction with 1 Peter 5:7

This verse advises casting all cares on God for care, underscoring a reliance that contrasts the troubles in 2 Corinthians 7:5.

1 Peter 5:7: Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you.

Contradiction with Romans 8:6

This verse indicates a spiritually minded person has life and peace, counter to the unrest noted in 2 Corinthians 7:5.

Romans 8:6: For to be carnally minded [is] death; but to be spiritually minded [is] life and peace. [to be carnally...: Gr. the minding of the flesh] [to be spiritually...: Gr. the minding of the Spirit]

Contradiction with Psalm 34:4

This verse shares a promise of deliverance from fears, which contrasts the fears described in 2 Corinthians 7:5.

Psalm 34:4: I sought the LORD, and he heard me, and delivered me from all my fears.

Contradiction with 2 Timothy 1:7

This verse speaks of receiving a spirit of power, love, and a sound mind, opposed to the fears mentioned in 2 Corinthians 7:5.

2 Timothy 1:7: For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind.
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