Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Thessalonians 2:16

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 2 Thessalonians 2:16 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 2 Thessalonians 2:16. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Paul, Jesus and God, who love us very much, give us comfort that lasts forever and make us hopeful because they are kind to us. This means we can feel safe and happy because of their love and kindness.

2 Thessalonians 2:16: Now our Lord Jesus Christ himself, and God, even our Father, which hath loved us, and hath given [us] everlasting consolation and good hope through grace,

Contradiction with Proverbs 10:24

This verse suggests that the expectation of the wicked will perish, which contradicts the idea of everlasting consolation and good hope in 2 Thessalonians 2:16.

Proverbs 10:24: The fear of the wicked, it shall come upon him: but the desire of the righteous shall be granted.

Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 9:5

Suggests that the dead know nothing and have no more reward, which conflicts with the idea of everlasting comfort and hope.

Ecclesiastes 9:5: For the living know that they shall die: but the dead know not any thing, neither have they any more a reward; for the memory of them is forgotten.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:16

Emphasizes letting your light shine before men, focusing on earthly actions being seen, conflicting with the concept of eternal comfort and hope given by divine grace.

Matthew 5:16: Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven.

Contradiction with Mark 13:13

States that only those who endure to the end will be saved, opposing the notion of an already given everlasting consolation and hope.

Mark 13:13: And ye shall be hated of all [men] for my name's sake: but he that shall endure unto the end, the same shall be saved.

Contradiction with Luke 6:24

Warns of woe to the rich who have received their consolation, contrasting the idea of everlasting comfort in 2 Thessalonians 2:16.

Luke 6:24: But woe unto you that are rich! for ye have received your consolation.

Contradiction with James 1:2-4

Encourages finding joy in trials for perfection, which contrasts with the promise of everlasting comfort regardless of afflictions.

James 1:2-4: My brethren, count it all joy when ye fall into divers temptations; [temptations: or, trials]
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