Contradiction with James 2:24
This verse emphasizes that a person is justified by works and not by faith only, which seems to contradict Galatians 3:3, where continuing to perfect through works is questioned.
James 2:24: Ye see then how that by works a man is justified, and not by faith only.
Contradiction with Romans 3:28
This verse states that a man is justified by faith without deeds of the law, which contrasts with the implication in Galatians 3:3 regarding relying on works for perfection.
Romans 3:28: Therefore we conclude that a man is justified by faith without the deeds of the law.
Contradiction with Philippians 2:12
This verse encourages believers to work out their own salvation with fear and trembling, potentially opposing the message of Galatians 3:3 about relying on the Spirit rather than efforts.
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 James 2:17
This verse asserts that faith without works is dead, which could contradict the notion in Galatians 3:3 that implies perfection through the Spirit without dependence on works.
James 2:17: Even so faith, if it hath not works, is dead, being alone. [alone: Gr. by itself]
Contradiction with Matthew 5:16
This verse encourages letting your light shine before men through good works, which may contrast with Galatians 3:3's implication about not relying on human effort for spiritual maturity.
Matthew 5:16: Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven.
Paradox #1
Galatians 3:3 addresses the issue of relying on human effort rather than faith. A potential doctrinal conflict could arise if this verse is compared to verses emphasizing the importance of good works. Some might see a contradiction between faith and works, but many understand it as works being a result of genuine faith, rather than a means to achieve it. Thus, the seeming contradiction is often harmonized by viewing faith and works as interconnected.