Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Timothy 4:5

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 2 Timothy 4:5 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 2 Timothy 4:5. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Paul, Christians should always be careful and brave, handle tough times, share the good news of Jesus, and do their best in helping others know God. He wants them to do these things to fully show and use their gifts for God’s work.

2 Timothy 4:5: But watch thou in all things, endure afflictions, do the work of an evangelist, make full proof of thy ministry. [make...; or, fulfil]

Contradiction with Matthew 6:34

Encourages not to worry about tomorrow, contradicting the call to be vigilant in all things.

Matthew 6:34: Take therefore no thought for the morrow: for the morrow shall take thought for the things of itself. Sufficient unto the day [is] the evil thereof.

Contradiction with Luke 12:22

Advises against being concerned about life's needs, while 2 Timothy 4:5 emphasizes enduring hardship.

Luke 12:22: And he said unto his disciples, Therefore I say unto you, Take no thought for your life, what ye shall eat; neither for the body, what ye shall put on.

Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 3:1

Suggests there is a time for every activity, unlike the continuous watchfulness urged in 2 Timothy 4:5.

Ecclesiastes 3:1: To every [thing there is] a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven:

Contradiction with Matthew 11:28

Invites those who are weary to find rest, contrasting the call to endure afflictions.

Matthew 11:28: Come unto me, all [ye] that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.
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