Contradictions and Paradoxes in Acts 9:38

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Acts 9:38 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Acts 9:38. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Luke, who wrote the book, people in Joppa sent two men to ask Peter to come quickly because they heard he was nearby in Lydda. They needed his help and didn't want him to wait.

Acts 9:38: And forasmuch as Lydda was nigh to Joppa, and the disciples had heard that Peter was there, they sent unto him two men, desiring [him] that he would not delay to come to them. [delay: or, be grieved]

Contradiction with Matthew 19:26

Acts 9:38 involves seeking Peter's help for a miracle, while Matthew 19:26 emphasizes that only God can do all things, possibly implying human intermediaries aren't needed.

Matthew 19:26: But Jesus beheld [them], and said unto them, With men this is impossible; but with God all things are possible.

Contradiction with John 14:13-14

Acts 9:38 relies on Peter's presence for healing, whereas John 14:13-14 suggests praying directly to Jesus would be sufficient for miracles.

John 14:13-14: And whatsoever ye shall ask in my name, that will I do, that the Father may be glorified in the Son.

Contradiction with Galatians 3:28

Acts 9:38 calls specifically for a male apostle, Peter, for help, contrasting with Galatians 3:28's message of equality and lack of distinctions in Christ.

Galatians 3:28: There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither bond nor free, there is neither male nor female: for ye are all one in Christ Jesus.

Contradiction with James 5:16

Acts 9:38 focuses on calling an apostle for help, while James 5:16 emphasizes that all believers' prayers are powerful and effective, not just apostles'.

James 5:16: Confess [your] faults one to another, and pray one for another, that ye may be healed. The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much.

Contradiction with Jeremiah 17:5

Acts 9:38 illustrates reliance on a human, Peter, whereas Jeremiah 17:5 warns against trusting in humans over God.

Jeremiah 17:5: Thus saith the LORD; Cursed [be] the man that trusteth in man, and maketh flesh his arm, and whose heart departeth from the LORD.
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