Contradictions and Paradoxes in Ephesians 1:13

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Ephesians 1:13 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Ephesians 1:13. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Paul, Christians believe that when you hear the message about Jesus and trust in it, you are given something special called the Holy Spirit, which is like a promise from God. This means that you belong to God and are safe with Him forever.

Ephesians 1:13: In whom ye also [trusted], after that ye heard the word of truth, the gospel of your salvation: in whom also after that ye believed, ye were sealed with that holy Spirit of promise,

Contradiction with James 2:24

This verse emphasizes that a person is justified by works and not by faith only, which contradicts Ephesians 1:13's emphasis on faith in salvation.

James 2:24: Ye see then how that by works a man is justified, and not by faith only.

Contradiction with Romans 2:6-7

These verses suggest that eternal life is given to those who seek glory and honor through patience in well-doing, implying works, contrasting the idea of salvation through faith mentioned in Ephesians 1:13.

Romans 2:6-7: Who will render to every man according to his deeds:

Contradiction with Matthew 7:21

This verse points out that only those who do the will of the Father will enter the kingdom of heaven, suggesting action beyond just belief, which contrasts with the faith-focused message in Ephesians 1:13.

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 Philippians 2:12

This verse talks about working out your own salvation with fear and trembling, implying effort and responsibility, in contrast to reliance on faith as in Ephesians 1:13.

Philippians 2:12: Wherefore, my beloved, as ye have always obeyed, not as in my presence only, but now much more in my absence, work out your own salvation with fear and trembling.

Contradiction with Hebrews 11:6

It states that without faith it is impossible to please God, which complements faith but implicitly suggests something beyond initial faith compared to Ephesians 1:13, introducing the idea of continuing in peace.

Hebrews 11:6: But without faith [it is] impossible to please [him]: for he that cometh to God must believe that he is, and [that] he is a rewarder of them that diligently seek him.
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