Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Timothy 4:14

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 2 Timothy 4:14 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 2 Timothy 4:14. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Paul, Alexander the coppersmith did many bad things to him, and he trusts that God will deal with Alexander based on what he has done. Paul believes that God is fair and will handle it properly.

2 Timothy 4:14: Alexander the coppersmith did me much evil: the Lord reward him according to his works:

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

Jesus teaches to love and pray for enemies, while 2 Timothy 4:14 is about the Lord repaying for wrongs.

Matthew 5:44: But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you;

Contradiction with Romans 12:19

Encourages not taking revenge and leaving it to God's wrath, unlike the tone in 2 Timothy 4:14 which mentions requital.

Romans 12:19: Dearly beloved, avenge not yourselves, but [rather] give place unto wrath: for it is written, Vengeance [is] mine; I will repay, saith the Lord.

Contradiction with Proverbs 20:22

Advises against saying you will recompense evil, differing from 2 Timothy 4:14 sentiments on repayment.

Proverbs 20:22: Say not thou, I will recompense evil; [but] wait on the LORD, and he shall save thee.

Contradiction with 1 Peter 3:9

Instructs not to repay evil for evil, conflicting with the implication in 2 Timothy 4:14.

1 Peter 3:9: Not rendering evil for evil, or railing for railing: but contrariwise blessing; knowing that ye are thereunto called, that ye should inherit a blessing.
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