Contradictions and Paradoxes in Acts 18:9

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Acts 18:9 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Acts 18:9. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Luke, God told Paul in a dream not to be scared and to keep talking and sharing his message with others. It's like when a friend tells you, "Don't worry, be brave and keep speaking the truth!"

Acts 18:9: Then spake the Lord to Paul in the night by a vision, Be not afraid, but speak, and hold not thy peace:

Contradiction with 2 Timothy 1:7

This verse states, "For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind," which contrasts with the notion of fear mentioned in Acts 18:9.

2 Timothy 1:7: For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind.

Contradiction with Matthew 28:20

This verse promises, "and, lo, I am with you alway, even unto the end of the world." While Acts 18:9 involves reassurance, it suggests there might initially be fear or doubt.

Matthew 28:20: Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you: and, lo, I am with you alway, [even] unto the end of the world. Amen.

Contradiction with Philippians 4:6

This verse advises, "Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God," which seems to contradict the need for reassurance against fear in Acts 18:9.

Philippians 4:6: Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God.
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