Contradictions and Paradoxes in Acts 28:15

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According to Luke, when Paul saw his friends coming from far away to meet him, he was very happy and felt braver because he knew they cared about him. He thanked God for sending these good friends to be with him.

Acts 28:15: And from thence, when the brethren heard of us, they came to meet us as far as Appii forum, and The three taverns: whom when Paul saw, he thanked God, and took courage.

Contradiction with Psalm 25:3

This verse emphasizes that none who wait on God will be ashamed, while Acts 28:15 shows brethren coming to meet Paul, implying support and anticipation, not shame.

Psalm 25:3: Yea, let none that wait on thee be ashamed: let them be ashamed which transgress without cause.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

This verse advises loving enemies, contrasting with Acts 28:15 where brethren, not enemies, support Paul.

Matthew 5:44: But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you;

Contradiction with John 18:36

Jesus says His kingdom is not of this world, contrasting with Acts 28:15 where Paul is welcomed by earthly brethren.

John 18:36: Jesus answered, My kingdom is not of this world: if my kingdom were of this world, then would my servants fight, that I should not be delivered to the Jews: but now is my kingdom not from hence.

Contradiction with 1 Timothy 6:7

This verse mentions bringing nothing into the world, contrasting with Acts 28:15 which describes bringing encouragement to Paul.

1 Timothy 6:7: For we brought nothing into [this] world, [and it is] certain we can carry nothing out.

Contradiction with Matthew 10:14

Jesus instructs to shake off dust from feet when not received, contradicting Acts 28:15 where Paul is warmly received.

Matthew 10:14: And whosoever shall not receive you, nor hear your words, when ye depart out of that house or city, shake off the dust of your feet.
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