Contradiction with Romans 3:23
Romans 3:23 states that all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God, implying universal sinfulness, whereas Colossians 3:25 suggests individuals will receive recompense specifically for the wrong they have done.
Romans 3:23: For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God;
Contradiction with Psalm 103:10
Psalm 103:10 notes that God does not deal with us according to our sins, nor repay us according to our iniquities, contrasting with Colossians 3:25 which emphasizes the receiving of wrong done.
Psalm 103:10: He hath not dealt with us after our sins; nor rewarded us according to our iniquities.
Contradiction with Matthew 5:45
Matthew 5:45 indicates that God makes His sun rise on both the evil and the good, suggesting equal treatment rather than punishment as seen in Colossians 3:25.
Matthew 5:45: That ye may be the children of your Father which is in heaven: for he maketh his sun to rise on the evil and on the good, and sendeth rain on the just and on the unjust.
Contradiction with John 3:17
John 3:17 suggests that God sent His Son into the world not to condemn the world but to save it, which contrasts with the notion of recompense for wrongdoing in Colossians 3:25.
John 3:17: For God sent not his Son into the world to condemn the world; but that the world through him might be saved.
Contradiction with Romans 6:14
Romans 6:14 states that sin shall not have dominion because believers are under grace, not law, contrasting with the idea of repayment for wrongdoing in Colossians 3:25.
Romans 6:14: For sin shall not have dominion over you: for ye are not under the law, but under grace.
Contradiction with Isaiah 55:7
Isaiah 55:7 encourages the wicked to forsake their ways and promises pardon, contrasting the idea in Colossians 3:25 of receiving wrong done without mention of forgiveness.
Isaiah 55:7: Let the wicked forsake his way, and the unrighteous man his thoughts: and let him return unto the LORD, and he will have mercy upon him; and to our God, for he will abundantly pardon. [the unrighteous...: Heb. the man of iniquity] [abundantly...: Heb. multiply to pardon]
Contradiction with James 2:13
James 2:13 states that mercy triumphs over judgment, suggesting a focus on mercy instead of the retribution mentioned in Colossians 3:25.
James 2:13: For he shall have judgment without mercy, that hath shewed no mercy; and mercy rejoiceth against judgment. [rejoiceth: or, glorieth]
Paradox #1
Colossians 3:25 could be seen as inconsistent with the concept of grace and forgiveness often emphasized in Christianity. This verse suggests that wrongdoers will face consequences for their actions without favoritism, which might seem to conflict with the idea that faith and repentance can bring forgiveness and erase past wrongs. However, many Christian teachings reconcile this by suggesting that ultimate judgment is based on divine justice paired with mercy.
Paradox #2
The contradiction, inconsistency, or conflict of that Bible verse could be related to differing interpretations of justice and punishment in various cultural and historical contexts. Some might see a conflict between the idea of fair retribution according to individual actions (as mentioned in the verse) and other biblical teachings advocating unconditional forgiveness and mercy. Additionally, different societies may have had varying views on fairness and how justice should be administered, potentially leading to differing applications or understandings of this principle over time.
Paradox #3
Colossians 3:25 speaks about receiving consequences for wrongdoing without favoritism. A potential contradiction is that this idea might clash with the concept of grace and forgiveness found elsewhere in the Bible. While this verse emphasizes justice and accountability, other parts emphasize mercy and grace, which could seem inconsistent.