Contradiction with Hebrews 6:4-6
These verses suggest that it is possible for someone who has once been enlightened and experienced the Holy Spirit to fall away, whereas John 10:28 speaks of eternal security.
Hebrews 6:4-6: For [it is] impossible for those who were once enlightened, and have tasted of the heavenly gift, and were made partakers of the Holy Ghost,
Contradiction with Galatians 5:4
This verse states that falling from grace is possible, which contradicts the assurance of eternal life and never perishing in John 10:28.
Galatians 5:4: Christ is become of no effect unto you, whosoever of you are justified by the law; ye are fallen from grace.
Contradiction with 2 Peter 2:20-21
These verses mention that those who have escaped the pollution of the world can still be entangled and overcome again, suggesting the possibility of losing salvation, whereas John 10:28 offers assurance they shall never perish.
2 Peter 2:20-21: For if after they have escaped the pollutions of the world through the knowledge of the Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ, they are again entangled therein, and overcome, the latter end is worse with them than the beginning.
Contradiction with Revelation 3:5
This verse implies that there is a condition that names may be blotted out from the book of life, contradicting the assurance of never perishing in John 10:28.
Revelation 3:5: He that overcometh, the same shall be clothed in white raiment; and I will not blot out his name out of the book of life, but I will confess his name before my Father, and before his angels.
Paradox #1
Some people might think there's a problem between this verse and other parts of the Bible that talk about people needing to stay faithful to keep their relationship with God. This verse seems to say that once someone is saved, they can never lose that salvation. However, other scriptures discuss the need to remain faithful and warn against falling away. So, the inconsistency might be how to understand salvation and whether it can be lost.
Paradox #2
The contradiction or conflict in John 10:28 could arise when considering the assurance of eternal security versus the concept of free will. This verse suggests absolute protection and security for believers, raising questions about the role of personal responsibility and choice, as other parts of the Bible emphasize the importance of faith and obedience. Some might see a conflict in how one can have free will if they are guaranteed security regardless of future actions.