Contradiction with Ephesians 2:8-9
This verse emphasizes salvation by grace through faith and not by works, which can seem to contradict the notion of redemption and forgiveness being strictly through Jesus' actions in Colossians 1:14.
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 Romans 3:20
This verse states that no one will be justified by the works of the law, while Colossians 1:14 emphasizes redemption through Jesus, suggesting actions versus grace.
Romans 3:20: Therefore by the deeds of the law there shall no flesh be justified in his sight: for by the law [is] the knowledge of sin.
Contradiction with Galatians 2:16
Here it suggests that justification is by faith in Jesus, not by works, but Colossians 1:14 highlights redemption specifically in Him, potentially introducing tension between faith and redemption.
Galatians 2:16: Knowing that a man is not justified by the works of the law, but by the faith of Jesus Christ, even we have believed in Jesus Christ, that we might be justified by the faith of Christ, and not by the works of the law: for by the works of the law shall no flesh be justified.
Contradiction with James 2:24
This verse shows that a person is justified by works and not by faith only, which may contradict the focus on redemption through Jesus' sacrifice alone indicated in Colossians 1:14.
James 2:24: Ye see then how that by works a man is justified, and not by faith only.
Paradox #1
Some people point to an inconsistency with this verse related to the concept of forgiveness and redemption through Jesus' sacrifice. The verse implies that forgiveness of sins comes through Jesus' sacrifice, which can seem to conflict with other scriptures emphasizing faith or repentance as the main means for forgiveness. This difference can lead to debates about whether forgiveness is based on faith, actions, or Jesus' sacrifice alone.