Contradiction with Matthew 7:21
This verse emphasizes that not everyone who acknowledges God will enter the kingdom of heaven, contradicting the notion of being saved simply by belonging to a group or the church.
Matthew 7:21: Not every one that saith unto me, Lord, Lord, shall enter into the kingdom of heaven; but he that doeth the will of my Father which is in heaven.
Contradiction with Romans 2:6-8
These verses suggest that people will be judged and receive eternal life based on their deeds, which contradicts the idea of being added to the saved without such criteria.
Romans 2:6-8: Who will render to every man according to his deeds:
Contradiction with James 2:14
This verse questions the value of faith without works, contradicting the idea that faith or church membership alone leads to salvation.
James 2:14: What [doth it] profit, my brethren, though a man say he hath faith, and have not works? can faith save him?
Contradiction with Galatians 5:4
This verse warns against relying solely on grace apart from adherence to the law, conflicting with a simplified view of salvation implied in Acts 2:47.
Galatians 5:4: Christ is become of no effect unto you, whosoever of you are justified by the law; ye are fallen from grace.
Contradiction with Philippians 2:12
This verse encourages believers to work out their salvation with fear and trembling, which contrasts with the idea of salvation being a collective, automatic process.
Philippians 2:12: Wherefore, my beloved, as ye have always obeyed, not as in my presence only, but now much more in my absence, work out your own salvation with fear and trembling.
Paradox #1
Theological discussions around Acts 2:47 often focus on issues like different understandings of predestination and free will. Some people might see a tension between God choosing certain people for salvation and the idea that individuals can freely choose to follow God. These interpretations can seem contradictory to some readers.