Contradictions and Paradoxes in Ephesians 6:20

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Ephesians 6:20 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Ephesians 6:20. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Paul, the writer of the book, he is like a messenger for God, even though he is in chains. He wants to speak bravely about God's message, just like he should.

Ephesians 6:20: For which I am an ambassador in bonds: that therein I may speak boldly, as I ought to speak. [in bonds: or, in a chain] [therein: or, thereof]

Contradiction with Matthew 10:20

This verse states that it is not you speaking, but the Spirit of your Father, contradicting Ephesians 6:20 where Paul emphasizes his own role as an ambassador in bonds.

Matthew 10:20: For it is not ye that speak, but the Spirit of your Father which speaketh in you.

Contradiction with 2 Corinthians 3:5

This verse highlights that our sufficiency is from God, while Ephesians 6:20 focuses on Paul's individual advocacy and speaking boldly.

2 Corinthians 3:5: Not that we are sufficient of ourselves to think any thing as of ourselves; but our sufficiency [is] of God;

Contradiction with Jeremiah 1:6-7

Jeremiah expresses inadequacy and is reassured by God, whereas Ephesians 6:20 implies Paul's readiness to speak boldly despite his bonds.

Jeremiah 1:6-7: Then said I, Ah, Lord GOD! behold, I cannot speak: for I [am] a child.

Contradiction with Exodus 4:10-12

Moses hesitates and is reassured by God to speak, in contrast to Ephesians 6:20 where Paul confidently claims his ambassadorship.

Exodus 4:10-12: And Moses said unto the LORD, O my Lord, I [am] not eloquent, neither heretofore, nor since thou hast spoken unto thy servant: but I [am] slow of speech, and of a slow tongue. [eloquent: Heb. a man of words] [heretofore: Heb. since yesterday, nor since the third day]

Contradiction with 1 Kings 3:7-9

Solomon admits to lack of experience and understanding and asks for wisdom, while Paul in Ephesians 6:20 claims a position of bold declaration.

1 Kings 3:7-9: And now, O LORD my God, thou hast made thy servant king instead of David my father: and I [am but] a little child: I know not [how] to go out or come in.
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