Contradictions and Paradoxes in John 10:15

Check out Contradictions Catalog of John 10:15 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts John 10:15. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to John, Jesus is saying that he knows God very well, just like God knows him. Jesus also shares that he loves and cares for his followers so much that he is willing to give up his life for them.

John 10:15: As the Father knoweth me, even so know I the Father: and I lay down my life for the sheep.

Contradiction with Proverbs 21:2

This verse states that every way of a man is right in his own eyes, which contradicts the idea of one being judged by a higher standard as Jesus claims divine knowledge and authority in John 10:15.

Proverbs 21:2: Every way of a man [is] right in his own eyes: but the LORD pondereth the hearts.

Contradiction with Romans 3:23

This verse states that all have sinned, implying the imperfection of individuals, which contrasts with the perfection of understanding and unity between the Father and Jesus in John 10:15.

Romans 3:23: For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God;

Contradiction with Matthew 7:21

In this verse, Jesus emphasizes the need for doing the will of the Father to enter the kingdom, which may seem to contrast with the strong assurance of mutual knowledge and openness between Jesus and the Father in John 10:15.

Matthew 7:21: Not every one that saith unto me, Lord, Lord, shall enter into the kingdom of heaven; but he that doeth the will of my Father which is in heaven.

Contradiction with Isaiah 55:8-9

This verse describes God's thoughts and ways as higher than humans', which might appear to contrast with the intimate mutual knowledge and equality implied between Jesus and the Father in John 10:15.

Isaiah 55:8-9: For my thoughts [are] not your thoughts, neither [are] your ways my ways, saith the LORD.
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