Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Timothy 1:9

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 2 Timothy 1:9 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 2 Timothy 1:9. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Paul, God saved us and chose us to do something special, not because of anything we did, but because of His own plan and kindness, given to us through Jesus a long time ago. It's like getting a wonderful gift just because someone loves you, not because you earned it.

2 Timothy 1:9: Who hath saved us, and called [us] with an holy calling, not according to our works, but according to his own purpose and grace, which was given us in Christ Jesus before the world began,

Contradiction with James 2:24

This verse suggests that justification is by works and not by faith only, which contradicts the notion of grace and calling described in 2 Timothy 1:9 as being not according to works.

James 2:24: Ye see then how that by works a man is justified, and not by faith only.

Contradiction with Romans 4:5

This verse emphasizes faith and grace apart from works, which may seem to resonate with 2 Timothy 1:9 but can contradict interpretations focusing on works.

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 Galatians 2:16

It reiterates justification by faith in contrast to works, which offers a complementary view yet is seen as contradictory in contexts focusing on works.

Galatians 2:16: Knowing that a man is not justified by the works of the law, but by the faith of Jesus Christ, even we have believed in Jesus Christ, that we might be justified by the faith of Christ, and not by the works of the law: for by the works of the law shall no flesh be justified.

Contradiction with Ephesians 2:8-9

While emphasizing salvation by grace through faith, it is used to contrast interpretations of salvation by works mentioned elsewhere.

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 Philippians 2:12

Encourages working out salvation, which can contradict the idea of salvation not according to works in 2 Timothy 1:9.

Philippians 2:12: Wherefore, my beloved, as ye have always obeyed, not as in my presence only, but now much more in my absence, work out your own salvation with fear and trembling.

Paradox #1

The contradiction or conflict might be seen in the idea of predestination versus free will. Some could argue that if one's salvation and calling are decided by divine purpose and grace, it might conflict with the concept of individuals having free choice in their spiritual journey or moral decisions. This could be viewed as inconsistent with teachings emphasizing personal responsibility and decision-making.

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