Contradictions and Paradoxes in Hebrews 6:3

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Hebrews 6:3 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Hebrews 6:3. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of Hebrews, this verse means that we will go on doing what is good and right if God lets us. It reminds us to trust God's plan and ask for His help in everything we do.

Hebrews 6:3: And this will we do, if God permit.

Contradiction with Proverbs 16:9

Contradicts Hebrews 6:3's implication that actions will happen if God permits, suggesting instead that a person can plan their way but it is the Lord who directs their steps.

Proverbs 16:9: A man's heart deviseth his way: but the LORD directeth his steps.

Contradiction with James 4:15

This verse contradicts the certainty implied in Hebrews 6:3, noting that we should say "If the Lord wills" before taking future actions, emphasizing God's sovereignty over human plans.

James 4:15: For that ye [ought] to say, If the Lord will, we shall live, and do this, or that.

Contradiction with John 15:5

This verse contradicts by stressing human inability to achieve spiritual growth without Christ, whereas Hebrews 6:3 suggests progression can happen with God's permission.

John 15:5: I am the vine, ye [are] the branches: He that abideth in me, and I in him, the same bringeth forth much fruit: for without me ye can do nothing. [without me: or, severed from me]

Contradiction with Romans 9:16

Contradicts Hebrews 6:3 by emphasizing that it is not human will or effort, but rather God’s mercy, that determines what comes to pass.

Romans 9:16: So then [it is] not of him that willeth, nor of him that runneth, but of God that sheweth mercy.
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