2 Timothy 3:3 Contradictions and Paradoxes

According to Paul, people will sometimes act in unkind and mean ways, not caring for others or telling lies. They might break promises, fight a lot, and dislike those who try to do good things.

Contradiction with Luke 6:27

2 Timothy 3:3 speaks about those without "natural affection" while Luke 6:27 encourages love for one's enemies, promoting compassion and kindness.

Luke 6:27: But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you,

Contradiction with 1 John 4:8

2 Timothy 3:3 mentions "trucebreakers" and "without natural affection," whereas 1 John 4:8 states that God is love, advocating for the expression of love and fidelity.

1 John 4:8: He that loveth not knoweth not God; for God is love.

Contradiction with Romans 12:10

While 2 Timothy 3:3 describes people who are "without natural affection," Romans 12:10 encourages brotherly love and honoring one another, which implies maintaining strong relational bonds.

Romans 12:10: [Be] kindly affectioned one to another with brotherly love; in honour preferring one another; [with...: or, in the love of the brethren]

Contradiction with Ephesians 4:2

2 Timothy 3:3 talks about lack of love and forgiveness, but Ephesians 4:2 calls for humility, gentleness, patience, and bearing with one another in love.

Ephesians 4:2: With all lowliness and meekness, with longsuffering, forbearing one another in love;

Contradiction with Matthew 5:9

Describes peacemakers as blessed, contrasting with the "trucebreakers" described in 2 Timothy 3:3.

Matthew 5:9: Blessed [are] the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God.

Contradiction with Colossians 3:12

Encourages compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience, opposite to the traits listed in 2 Timothy 3:3.

Colossians 3:12: Put on therefore, as the elect of God, holy and beloved, bowels of mercies, kindness, humbleness of mind, meekness, longsuffering;

Paradox #1

The contradiction or inconsistency in 2 Timothy 3:3 could be seen if someone believes in the importance of loving everyone and showing kindness at all times. The verse lists negative human behaviors, and if someone focuses on these traits, it might conflict with the overall message of love and compassion promoted elsewhere in the Bible.