Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Peter 1:3

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 2 Peter 1:3 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 2 Peter 1:3. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Peter, God has given us all we need to live a good and godly life through knowing Jesus, who has called us to be wonderful and good people. This means that by learning about Jesus, we have everything we need to be happy and to do the right things.

2 Peter 1:3: According as his divine power hath given unto us all things that [pertain] unto life and godliness, through the knowledge of him that hath called us to glory and virtue: [to: or, by]

Contradiction with Matthew 6:31-33

2 Peter 1:3 states that all things pertaining to life and godliness are given, whereas Matthew 6 suggests seeking God's kingdom first to have these necessities added.

Matthew 6:31-33: Therefore take no thought, saying, What shall we eat? or, What shall we drink? or, Wherewithal shall we be clothed?

Contradiction with James 1:5

2 Peter 1:3 implies we already have everything needed for life and godliness through divine power, whereas James 1:5 encourages asking God for wisdom, suggesting a need for additional divine help.

James 1:5: If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, that giveth to all [men] liberally, and upbraideth not; and it shall be given him.

Contradiction with Philippians 4:19

2 Peter 1:3 suggests everything is already provided, yet Philippians 4:19 indicates God will supply needs, implying a future provision.

Philippians 4:19: But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus.

Contradiction with Isaiah 55:1

2 Peter 1:3 implies completeness in provision, whereas Isaiah 55:1 invites those who lack to come and receive freely, suggesting a need not yet met.

Isaiah 55:1: Ho, every one that thirsteth, come ye to the waters, and he that hath no money; come ye, buy, and eat; yea, come, buy wine and milk without money and without price.

Contradiction with John 15:5

2 Peter 1:3 states all things for life and godliness have been given, but John 15:5 emphasizes dependence on Christ for productivity, implying insufficiency without connection to Him.

John 15:5: I am the vine, ye [are] the branches: He that abideth in me, and I in him, the same bringeth forth much fruit: for without me ye can do nothing. [without me: or, severed from me]

Contradiction with Matthew 7:7-8

2 Peter 1:3 indicates total provision, while Matthew 7:7-8 encourages seeking, asking, and knocking to receive, suggesting a lack requiring action to be fulfilled.

Matthew 7:7-8: Ask, and it shall be given you; seek, and ye shall find; knock, and it shall be opened unto you:

Contradiction with Hebrews 11:6

2 Peter 1:3 suggests all is given for a godly life, yet Hebrews 11:6 emphasizes the necessity of diligently seeking God to receive rewards, implying something more is needed beyond initial provision.

Hebrews 11:6: But without faith [it is] impossible to please [him]: for he that cometh to God must believe that he is, and [that] he is a rewarder of them that diligently seek him.
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