Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Timothy 3:10

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 2 Timothy 3:10 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 2 Timothy 3:10. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Paul, he is telling his friend that he knows how Paul teaches and lives, and that he shows love, is patient, and has a strong belief in God. He's like a good teacher showing how to live a kind and faithful life.

2 Timothy 3:10: But thou hast fully known my doctrine, manner of life, purpose, faith, longsuffering, charity, patience, [fully...: or, been a diligent follower of]

Contradiction with 1 Timothy 4:1

This verse explains that some will depart from faith, which contradicts the steadfast example of faith in 2 Timothy 3:10.

1 Timothy 4:1: Now the Spirit speaketh expressly, that in the latter times some shall depart from the faith, giving heed to seducing spirits, and doctrines of devils;

Contradiction with Hebrews 5:12

This verse highlights spiritual immaturity, contrasting with the mature conduct and teachings of Paul as mentioned in 2 Timothy 3:10.

Hebrews 5:12: For when for the time ye ought to be teachers, ye have need that one teach you again which [be] the first principles of the oracles of God; and are become such as have need of milk, and not of strong meat.

Contradiction with James 1:22

This verse calls for being doers of the word, indirectly implying that knowledge without action, as could be misleadingly drawn from just following teachings, is inadequate.

James 1:22: But be ye doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving your own selves.

Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 3:1

This verse indicates that even believers can be worldly and lack understanding, which contradicts the perseverance and purpose described in 2 Timothy 3:10.

1 Corinthians 3:1: And I, brethren, could not speak unto you as unto spiritual, but as unto carnal, [even] as unto babes in Christ.

Contradiction with Matthew 23:3

Jesus cautions against following the example of the Pharisees, illustrating that not all leaders' teachings and methods should be followed, contrasting Paul's example in 2 Timothy 3:10.

Matthew 23:3: All therefore whatsoever they bid you observe, [that] observe and do; but do not ye after their works: for they say, and do not.
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