Contradiction with John 16:33
This verse promises peace in Jesus, contrasting with the tribulations mentioned in Acts 14:22.
John 16:33: These things I have spoken unto you, that in me ye might have peace. In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world.
Contradiction with Matthew 11:28
This verse offers rest to those who labor and are burdened, which opposes the idea of enduring "much tribulation."
Matthew 11:28: Come unto me, all [ye] that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.
Contradiction with Isaiah 40:31
This verse talks about renewing strength and not fainting, which can contrast with encountering many hardships.
Isaiah 40:31: But they that wait upon the LORD shall renew [their] strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; [and] they shall walk, and not faint. [renew: Heb. change]
Contradiction with 1 John 5:3
This verse states that God's commandments are not grievous, which could contradict the notion of enduring much affliction to enter the kingdom of God.
1 John 5:3: For this is the love of God, that we keep his commandments: and his commandments are not grievous.
Contradiction with 2 Corinthians 4:8
It describes being troubled yet not distressed, which can be seen as a contrast to the hardship emphasized in Acts 14:22.
2 Corinthians 4:8: [We are] troubled on every side, yet not distressed; [we are] perplexed, but not in despair; [in despair: or, altogether without help, or, means]
Paradox #1
Acts 14:22 encourages strengthening and encouraging the faith of believers, highlighting that hardships are part of entering the kingdom of God. A potential contradiction could arise if this concept is interpreted to mean that suffering is a necessary or desired path to faith, which might conflict with the belief in a loving and compassionate deity who would not wish for followers to suffer. However, whether this represents a contradiction often depends on individual interpretations and beliefs about the nature of suffering and divine purpose.