Contradictions and Paradoxes in Acts 8:12

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Acts 8:12 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Acts 8:12. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Luke, when people listened to Philip talk about God's kingdom and Jesus, they decided to believe and were baptized, which means they showed everyone they wanted to follow Jesus. This included both men and women, showing that everyone could be part of Jesus' family.

Acts 8:12: But when they believed Philip preaching the things concerning the kingdom of God, and the name of Jesus Christ, they were baptized, both men and women.

Contradiction with Matthew 28:19

This verse instructs to baptize in the name of the Father, Son, and Holy Ghost, whereas Acts 8:12 mentions only the name of Jesus Christ.

Matthew 28:19: Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost: [teach...: or, make disciples, or, Christians of all nations]

Contradiction with John 3:16

This verse emphasizes belief in Jesus for eternal life, which could be seen as contradictory to requiring baptism mentioned in Acts 8:12.

John 3:16: For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.

Contradiction with Ephesians 2:8-9

This verse highlights salvation by grace through faith, not works, while Acts 8:12 involves the action of baptism.

Ephesians 2:8-9: For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: [it is] the gift of God:

Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 1:17

Paul states Christ did not send him to baptize, implying a lesser emphasis on baptism, contrary to Acts 8:12's focus on baptism.

1 Corinthians 1:17: For Christ sent me not to baptize, but to preach the gospel: not with wisdom of words, lest the cross of Christ should be made of none effect. [words: or, speech]
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