Contradictions and Paradoxes in Acts 8:25

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Acts 8:25 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Acts 8:25. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Luke, the author of the book of Acts, the disciples were very excited to tell people about Jesus. After sharing their message in different places, they went back to the big city but kept telling others about Jesus along the way.

Acts 8:25: And they, when they had testified and preached the word of the Lord, returned to Jerusalem, and preached the gospel in many villages of the Samaritans.

Contradiction with James 1:22

Whereas Acts 8:25 shows apostles preaching the Word steadfastly, James 1:22 warns against merely hearing the Word without acting on it.

James 1:22: But be ye doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving your own selves.

Contradiction with Matthew 7:21

In Acts 8:25, actions involve spreading the Word, but Matthew 7:21 emphasizes that declaring "Lord, Lord" is not enough; doing the Father’s will is essential.

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 Mark 16:15

Acts 8:25 depicts fulfilling a mission in Samaria, but Mark 16:15 calls for preaching to all the world, highlighting a broader mission.

Mark 16:15: And he said unto them, Go ye into all the world, and preach the gospel to every creature.

Contradiction with Luke 10:39-42

Acts 8:25 highlights active preaching, but Luke 10:39-42 contrasts this with the value of listening to the Word, as Mary did, illustrating different priorities.

Luke 10:39-42: And she had a sister called Mary, which also sat at Jesus' feet, and heard his word.

Contradiction with Galatians 1:10

Acts 8:25 shows obedience in sharing the message preached, but Galatians 1:10 cautions against pleasing people over God, which could impede true gospel preaching if compromised.

Galatians 1:10: For do I now persuade men, or God? or do I seek to please men? for if I yet pleased men, I should not be the servant of Christ.
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