Contradictions and Paradoxes in Acts 27:38

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Acts 27:38 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Acts 27:38. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Luke, the people on the ship ate enough food to feel strong, then tossed the extra wheat into the ocean to make the ship lighter and safer. They were trying to keep everyone safe during a big storm.

Acts 27:38: And when they had eaten enough, they lightened the ship, and cast out the wheat into the sea.

Contradiction with Psalm 23:1

Psalm 23:1 speaks of abundance and having no want under God's provision, while Acts 27:38 depicts a situation where food is cast into the sea, potentially indicating a lack of concern for provisions.

Psalm 23:1: [A Psalm of David.] The LORD [is] my shepherd; I shall not want.

Contradiction with Matthew 6:26

Matthew 6:26 discusses God's care in providing food, contrary to Acts 27:38 where the crew discards food, suggesting a lack of trust in divine provision.

Matthew 6:26: Behold the fowls of the air: for they sow not, neither do they reap, nor gather into barns; yet your heavenly Father feedeth them. Are ye not much better than they?

Contradiction with Philippians 4:19

Philippians 4:19 assures that God will meet all needs, contrasting with Acts 27:38 where food is thrown away in a desperate situation, possibly reflecting doubt in God's provision.

Philippians 4:19: But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus.
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