Contradiction with John 3:16
Emphasizes that belief is universally available to "whosoever" will believe, suggesting broader access to faith than predestination.
John 3:16: For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.
Contradiction with Romans 10:13
States that "whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved," implying an open invitation contrary to predestination.
Romans 10:13: For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved.
Contradiction with 1 Timothy 2:4
Indicates that God desires all men to be saved and come to the knowledge of the truth, suggesting inclusivity.
1 Timothy 2:4: Who will have all men to be saved, and to come unto the knowledge of the truth.
Contradiction with 2 Peter 3:9
Expresses that the Lord is not willing for any to perish but wants all to come to repentance, which implies universal opportunity rather than exclusion.
2 Peter 3:9: The Lord is not slack concerning his promise, as some men count slackness; but is longsuffering to us-ward, not willing that any should perish, but that all should come to repentance.
Contradiction with 1 John 2:2
Mentions that Jesus is the propitiation for the sins of the whole world, not just a specific group, opposing the idea of limited belief.
1 John 2:2: And he is the propitiation for our sins: and not for ours only, but also for [the sins of] the whole world.
Paradox #1
The verse might raise a theological question about predestination versus free will. If someone is not part of the "flock" mentioned, it could imply that belief is predetermined, which might conflict with the idea that individuals have the free choice to believe.
Paradox #2
John 10:26 suggests that belief is a result of being one of God's chosen, or "sheep". The contradiction or conflict here could be with the concept of free will. Some might argue that if belief is dependent on being chosen by God, then individual free will or choice in accepting faith could be less significant, which can seem inconsistent with other teachings that emphasize personal choice in salvation.
Paradox #3
Some people might see a contradiction in the idea that belief is required to belong or to understand, which raises questions about free will and divine choice. It creates a discussion on whether people choose to believe or if they are chosen to believe. This can lead to debates about predestination and human responsibility in religious faith.
Paradox #4
The contradiction or inconsistency in John 10:26 might revolve around the idea of predestination versus free will. If some people do not believe because they are not chosen, it raises questions about the fairness of judgment and accountability if they had no choice in the matter.