Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Corinthians 8:17

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 2 Corinthians 8:17 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 2 Corinthians 8:17. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Paul, the person he sent was happy to come and help because he really wanted to on his own. He didn't just do it because he was told to, but because he was excited to help others.

2 Corinthians 8:17: For indeed he accepted the exhortation; but being more forward, of his own accord he went unto you.

Contradiction with Philippians 2:21

Explains how people generally seek their own interests, contrary to the eagerness and voluntary nature of Titus in 2 Corinthians 8:17.

Philippians 2:21: For all seek their own, not the things which are Jesus Christ's.

Contradiction with Romans 7:15

Highlights the struggle between willing and action, while 2 Corinthians 8:17 shows a harmonious willingness and action by Titus.

Romans 7:15: For that which I do I allow not: for what I would, that do I not; but what I hate, that do I. [allow: Gr. know]

Contradiction with James 1:6-8

Discusses the wavering and unstable nature of double-minded individuals, contrasted with the certainty and urgency shown by Titus in 2 Corinthians 8:17.

James 1:6-8: But let him ask in faith, nothing wavering. For he that wavereth is like a wave of the sea driven with the wind and tossed.

Contradiction with Proverbs 19:2

Advises against rushing forward without knowledge, whereas Titus is depicted as being earnest and of one mind with Paul in 2 Corinthians 8:17.

Proverbs 19:2: Also, [that] the soul [be] without knowledge, [it is] not good; and he that hasteth with [his] feet sinneth.
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