Contradiction with Proverbs 4:7
This verse emphasizes the importance of acquiring wisdom, while 2 Timothy 3:8 mentions resisting the truth, implying a rejection of wisdom.
Proverbs 4:7: Wisdom [is] the principal thing; [therefore] get wisdom: and with all thy getting get understanding.
Contradiction with Matthew 5:6
This verse blesses those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, opposed to 2 Timothy 3:8 where individuals resist the truth, indicating unrighteousness.
Matthew 5:6: Blessed [are] they which do hunger and thirst after righteousness: for they shall be filled.
Contradiction with James 1:5
This verse encourages asking God for wisdom, while 2 Timothy 3:8 speaks of those who oppose the truth, potentially rejecting divine wisdom.
James 1:5: If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, that giveth to all [men] liberally, and upbraideth not; and it shall be given him.
Contradiction with Proverbs 1:7
This verse states that the fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge, contrasting with 2 Timothy 3:8, where individuals oppose the truth, suggesting a disregard for the fear of the Lord.
Proverbs 1:7: The fear of the LORD [is] the beginning of knowledge: [but] fools despise wisdom and instruction. [the beginning: or, the principal part]
Contradiction with John 8:32
This verse promises freedom through knowing the truth, whereas 2 Timothy 3:8 describes those resisting the truth, implying remaining in bondage.
John 8:32: And ye shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free.
Contradiction with 1 Peter 2:2
This verse encourages craving pure spiritual milk for growth, whereas 2 Timothy 3:8 suggests resisting truth, lacking spiritual growth.
1 Peter 2:2: As newborn babes, desire the sincere milk of the word, that ye may grow thereby:
Contradiction with John 3:21
This verse speaks of those who practice the truth coming to the light, contrasting with 2 Timothy 3:8's description of resisting the truth, avoiding the light.
John 3:21: But he that doeth truth cometh to the light, that his deeds may be made manifest, that they are wrought in God.
Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 2:14
This verse highlights the spiritual discernment needed to understand God’s truth, contrasting those in 2 Timothy 3:8 who resist such understanding.
1 Corinthians 2:14: But the natural man receiveth not the things of the Spirit of God: for they are foolishness unto him: neither can he know [them], because they are spiritually discerned.