Contradiction with 1 Kings 18:21
This verse talks about choosing between worshipping the Lord or Baal, suggesting multiple deities compete for faith, conflicting with "One Lord" in Ephesians 4:5.
1 Kings 18:21: And Elijah came unto all the people, and said, How long halt ye between two opinions? if the LORD [be] God, follow him: but if Baal, [then] follow him. And the people answered him not a word. [opinions: or, thoughts]
Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 8:5
This verse acknowledges that there are "gods many and lords many," contrasting with Ephesians 4:5's assertion of "One Lord."
1 Corinthians 8:5: For though there be that are called gods, whether in heaven or in earth, (as there be gods many, and lords many,)
Contradiction with Revelation 2:14-15
These verses mention some in the church holding the teachings of Balaam and the Nicolaitans, indicating diverse beliefs, contrasting "one faith" in Ephesians 4:5.
Revelation 2:14-15: But I have a few things against thee, because thou hast there them that hold the doctrine of Balaam, who taught Balac to cast a stumblingblock before the children of Israel, to eat things sacrificed unto idols, and to commit fornication.
Contradiction with Matthew 28:19
This verse commands baptizing in the name of the Father, Son, and Holy Ghost, suggesting a multiple-purpose baptism compared to "one baptism" in Ephesians 4:5.
Matthew 28:19: Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost: [teach...: or, make disciples, or, Christians of all nations]
Contradiction with Acts 19:3-5
This passage describes the disciples of John being rebaptized in the name of Jesus, which some may see as not aligning with the "one baptism" mentioned in Ephesians 4:5.
Acts 19:3-5: And he said unto them, Unto what then were ye baptized? And they said, Unto John's baptism.
Paradox #1
This verse states the idea of a single faith or belief system. A potential conflict might arise when considering religious pluralism, which recognizes and accepts multiple faiths. The verse could be seen as exclusive, contrasting with more inclusive viewpoints that accept diverse religious beliefs as equally valid.