Contradiction with Matthew 24:35
This verse states that "Heaven and earth shall pass away," contradicting Acts 3:21's implication of a restoration of all things.
Matthew 24:35: Heaven and earth shall pass away, but my words shall not pass away.
Contradiction with Revelation 21:1
Describes a new heaven and a new earth, suggesting a replacement rather than restoration mentioned in Acts 3:21.
Revelation 21:1: And I saw a new heaven and a new earth: for the first heaven and the first earth were passed away; and there was no more sea.
Contradiction with 2 Peter 3:10
Foretells the earth being burned up, conflicting with the restoration concept in Acts 3:21.
2 Peter 3:10: But the day of the Lord will come as a thief in the night; in the which the heavens shall pass away with a great noise, and the elements shall melt with fervent heat, the earth also and the works that are therein shall be burned up.
Contradiction with Isaiah 24:1
Prophesies the earth being made waste, which opposes the idea of restoration in Acts 3:21.
Isaiah 24:1: Behold, the LORD maketh the earth empty, and maketh it waste, and turneth it upside down, and scattereth abroad the inhabitants thereof. [turneth...: Heb. perverteth the face thereof]
Paradox #1
The verse in Acts 3:21 could be seen as having a potential theological conflict regarding the concept of restoration. Some interpretations suggest it implies a universal restoration of all things, which might contradict beliefs about eternal judgment or the final state of the unrepentant. Different denominations and theologians might understand this restoration differently, leading to varying views on salvation and end times.
Paradox #2
Some people point out that Acts 3:21 talks about the restoration of all things. This has led to different interpretations that sometimes conflict with each other. Some think it means a literal restoration of the world, while others interpret it spiritually or symbolically. This could create contradictions with other biblical passages that speak about destruction or end times. So, the main issue is about how to interpret what "restoration" means in this context.