Contradictions and Paradoxes in Acts 27:26

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Acts 27:26 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Acts 27:26. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Luke, the person who wrote the book of Acts, this verse means that even though a big storm is coming, the people on the ship are going to be safe when they reach a special island. God knows where they will end up, and He is watching over them.

Acts 27:26: Howbeit we must be cast upon a certain island.

Contradiction with Proverbs 3:5

Acts 27:26 shows reliance on fate (being cast upon an island), while Proverbs 3:5 advises trusting in the Lord for direction.

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

Contradiction with Jeremiah 29:11

Jeremiah speaks of God's plans for prosperity and hope, while Acts 27:26 implies an impending shipwreck, a seemingly adverse event.

Jeremiah 29:11: For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the LORD, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you an expected end. [expected...: Heb. end and expectation]

Contradiction with James 1:6

James emphasizes faith without doubt, but Acts 27:26 presents an uncertain future (being shipwrecked on an island).

James 1:6: But let him ask in faith, nothing wavering. For he that wavereth is like a wave of the sea driven with the wind and tossed.

Contradiction with Isaiah 41:10

Isaiah assures of God's support and fearlessness, contrasting with the fearful and uncertain situation in Acts 27:26.

Isaiah 41:10: Fear thou not; for I [am] with thee: be not dismayed; for I [am] thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness.

Contradiction with Matthew 6:34

Matthew advises not worrying about tomorrow, yet Acts 27:26 deals with a future event causing concern.

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 1 Thessalonians 5:18

This verse encourages giving thanks in all circumstances, whereas Acts 27:26 describes a dire situation typically not seen as thankful.

1 Thessalonians 5:18: In every thing give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you.

Contradiction with 2 Corinthians 5:7

Walking by faith and not sight is encouraged in Corinthians, yet Acts 27:26 involves navigating by the prediction of shipwreck rather than faith.

2 Corinthians 5:7: (For we walk by faith, not by sight:)

Contradiction with Romans 8:28

Romans states all things work for good for those who love God, but the shipwreck in Acts 27:26 suggests initial adversity.

Romans 8:28: And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to [his] purpose.
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