Contradiction with James 1:2-4
John 10:10 speaks of life more abundantly, while James 1:2-4 highlights experiencing joy through trials, suggesting hardship rather than abundance.
James 1:2-4: My brethren, count it all joy when ye fall into divers temptations; [temptations: or, trials]
Contradiction with 2 Timothy 3:12
John 10:10 promises abundant life, whereas 2 Timothy 3:12 states that all who live godly will suffer persecution.
2 Timothy 3:12: Yea, and all that will live godly in Christ Jesus shall suffer persecution.
Contradiction with Hebrews 12:6
John 10:10 implies a positive abundance, while Hebrews 12:6 talks about God chastening those He loves, suggesting difficulties.
Hebrews 12:6: For whom the Lord loveth he chasteneth, and scourgeth every son whom he receiveth.
Contradiction with 1 Peter 5:10
John 10:10 suggests abundance now, but 1 Peter 5:10 indicates that suffering comes before God perfects and establishes believers.
1 Peter 5:10: But the God of all grace, who hath called us unto his eternal glory by Christ Jesus, after that ye have suffered a while, make you perfect, stablish, strengthen, settle [you].
Contradiction with Matthew 10:22
John 10:10 offers abundance, yet Matthew 10:22 warns believers of being hated, indicating adversity rather than abundance.
Matthew 10:22: And ye shall be hated of all [men] for my name's sake: but he that endureth to the end shall be saved.
Contradiction with John 16:33
John 10:10 talks about abundant life, while John 16:33 assures tribulations before peace, suggesting conflict before abundance.
John 16:33: These things I have spoken unto you, that in me ye might have peace. In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world.
Contradiction with Romans 8:36
John 10:10 implies ongoing abundance, whereas Romans 8:36 quotes believers as facing death all day long, a stark contrast to abundance.
Romans 8:36: As it is written, For thy sake we are killed all the day long; we are accounted as sheep for the slaughter.
Contradiction with Philippians 1:29
John 10:10 offers abundant life, but Philippians 1:29 speaks of suffering for Christ's sake as a granted experience.
Philippians 1:29: For unto you it is given in the behalf of Christ, not only to believe on him, but also to suffer for his sake;
Contradiction with 2 Corinthians 4:8-10
John 10:10 indicates abundance, yet 2 Corinthians 4:8-10 discusses being troubled and persecuted, contradicting the idea of ease.
2 Corinthians 4:8-10: [We are] troubled on every side, yet not distressed; [we are] perplexed, but not in despair; [in despair: or, altogether without help, or, means]
Contradiction with 1 Thessalonians 3:3-4
John 10:10 promises abundance, whereas 1 Thessalonians 3:3-4 states believers are appointed to afflictions.
1 Thessalonians 3:3-4: That no man should be moved by these afflictions: for yourselves know that we are appointed thereunto. [there unto: or, to sufferings, or, to persecution]
Paradox #1
One potential contradiction in John 10:10 could be related to the differing portrayals of how evil operates in the world. Some interpretations of the Bible suggest that evil has limited power, while others, like this verse, might suggest a more active and destructive role. This can lead to differing understandings of the nature and extent of evil in theological discussions.
Paradox #2
One possible contradiction or inconsistency is that the verse speaks about having life abundantly, but it can seem in contrast with other parts of the Bible that emphasize sacrifice, suffering, and self-denial as important aspects of a faithful life. This might create a conflict about whether to focus on abundance or sacrifice.