Hebrews 4:1 Contradictions and Paradoxes

According to the writer of Hebrews, we should be careful and not miss out on God's special gift of rest, like a cool and peaceful place, because we didn't listen or trust. It's like being invited to a fun party, but if we don't pay attention, we might miss it.

Contradiction with Matthew 11:28

Hebrews 4:1 warns about the fear of not entering into God's rest, while Matthew 11:28 offers rest to all who come to Jesus, presenting a more inclusive invitation rather than something to fear missing.

Matthew 11:28: Come unto me, all [ye] that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.

Contradiction with Romans 8:38-39

These verses assure believers that nothing can separate them from the love of God, suggesting security in salvation, while Hebrews 4:1 suggests a fear of failing to reach God's rest.

Romans 8:38-39: For I am persuaded, that neither death, nor life, nor angels, nor principalities, nor powers, nor things present, nor things to come,

Contradiction with John 6:37

Jesus states that he will never cast out anyone who comes to him, implying assurance in approaching God, while Hebrews 4:1 warns about falling short of promised rest, suggesting a potential barrier.

John 6:37: All that the Father giveth me shall come to me; and him that cometh to me I will in no wise cast out.

Contradiction with Philippians 1:6

This verse assures believers that God will complete the good work He began in them, contradicting the fear expressed in Hebrews 4:1 about not entering into rest.

Philippians 1:6: Being confident of this very thing, that he which hath begun a good work in you will perform [it] until the day of Jesus Christ: [perform: or, finish]

Contradiction with Ephesians 2:8-9

These verses emphasize salvation through faith as a gift, not a matter of fear or works, whereas Hebrews 4:1 emphasizes fear surrounding entering God's rest.

Ephesians 2:8-9: For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: [it is] the gift of God:

Contradiction with John 10:28-29

Jesus promises eternal life and states that believers will never be plucked from His hand, suggesting security rather than the fear warned of in Hebrews 4:1.