Contradictions and Paradoxes in Acts 13:7

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Acts 13:7 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Acts 13:7. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Luke, a smart man named Sergius Paulus wanted to hear about God, so he asked two friends, Barnabas and Saul, to tell him all about it. This shows how some people are curious and want to learn more about God's message.

Acts 13:7: Which was with the deputy of the country, Sergius Paulus, a prudent man; who called for Barnabas and Saul, and desired to hear the word of God.

Contradiction with John 3:16

Highlights God's love for all the world, potentially contradicting the exclusive attention suggested in Acts 13:7.

John 3:16: For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.

Contradiction with Romans 2:11

States God shows no favoritism, contrasting with the focus on a specific individual in Acts 13:7.

Romans 2:11: For there is no respect of persons with God.

Contradiction with Matthew 28:19

Command to make disciples of all nations, suggesting a more universal mission than the targeted individual in Acts 13:7.

Matthew 28:19: Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost: [teach...: or, make disciples, or, Christians of all nations]

Contradiction with 1 Timothy 2:4

Desires all men to be saved, which may contradict the specific encounter in Acts 13:7.

1 Timothy 2:4: Who will have all men to be saved, and to come unto the knowledge of the truth.

Contradiction with Romans 10:12

There is no differentiation among people of different backgrounds, contrary to the focus on a particular individual.

Romans 10:12: For there is no difference between the Jew and the Greek: for the same Lord over all is rich unto all that call upon him.

Contradiction with Acts 10:34-35

Acknowledges God’s acceptance of anyone who fears Him, not just those of certain status, contrasting with Acts 13:7.

Acts 10:34-35: Then Peter opened [his] mouth, and said, Of a truth I perceive that God is no respecter of persons:
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