Contradictions and Paradoxes in 3 John 1:3

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 3 John 1:3 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 3 John 1:3. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to John, he was very happy when his friends told him that someone was living in a way that was honest and true, just like they should. It made him feel good to know that this person was doing the right thing.

3 John 1:3: For I rejoiced greatly, when the brethren came and testified of the truth that is in thee, even as thou walkest in the truth.

Contradiction with Jeremiah 9:23

This verse advises not to glory in wisdom, might, or riches, while 3 John 1:3 commends walking in truth, potentially implying a form of glorying.

Jeremiah 9:23: Thus saith the LORD, Let not the wise [man] glory in his wisdom, neither let the mighty [man] glory in his might, let not the rich [man] glory in his riches:

Contradiction with Proverbs 3:5

Encourages trusting in the Lord with all your heart and not relying on your own understanding, which contrasts with placing emphasis on personal understanding of truth in 3 John 1:3.

Proverbs 3:5: Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.

Contradiction with Galatians 1:10

Warns against seeking the approval of men, which could be seen as contrasting with commending the testimony of others as in 3 John 1:3.

Galatians 1:10: For do I now persuade men, or God? or do I seek to please men? for if I yet pleased men, I should not be the servant of Christ.

Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 10:12

Advises caution against being overconfident in one's standing, whereas 3 John 1:3 praises steadfastness in truth.

1 Corinthians 10:12: Wherefore let him that thinketh he standeth take heed lest he fall.
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