Contradiction with Matthew 7:14
This verse highlights the narrow path to salvation, suggesting difficulty in finding it, whereas 2 Timothy 2:10 implies salvation is obtainable and assured for the elect.
Matthew 7:14: Because strait [is] the gate, and narrow [is] the way, which leadeth unto life, and few there be that find it. [Because: or, How]
Contradiction with Romans 11:32
This verse states that God has consigned all to disobedience to have mercy on all, suggesting a universal opportunity for mercy, which contrasts with the specific selection of "the elect" in 2 Timothy 2:10.
Romans 11:32: For God hath concluded them all in unbelief, that he might have mercy upon all. [concluded...: or, shut them all up together]
Contradiction with John 3:16
This verse suggests that salvation is available to everyone who believes in Jesus, which contradicts with the idea of salvation being specific to "the elect" mentioned in 2 Timothy 2:10.
John 3:16: For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.
Contradiction with 1 Timothy 2:4
This verse indicates that God desires all men to be saved, which contrasts with the idea in 2 Timothy 2:10 that salvation is for "the elect."
1 Timothy 2:4: Who will have all men to be saved, and to come unto the knowledge of the truth.