Contradictions and Paradoxes in John 10:7

Check out Contradictions Catalog of John 10:7 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts John 10:7. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to John, Jesus is saying that He is like a door for the sheep, meaning He helps people find the way to God and keeps them safe. Just like a door lets people into a safe place, Jesus lets people come to God and protects them.

John 10:7: Then said Jesus unto them again, Verily, verily, I say unto you, I am the door of the sheep.

Contradiction with Matthew 7:13-14

These verses describe the gate as narrow and few finding it, whereas John 10:7 describes Jesus as the "door," implying open access through Him.

Matthew 7:13-14: Enter ye in at the strait gate: for wide [is] the gate, and broad [is] the way, that leadeth to destruction, and many there be which go in thereat: [strait: or, narrow]

Contradiction with Acts 4:12

States that there is no other name under heaven given among men, whereby we must be saved, implying exclusivity to Jesus for salvation, whereas John 10:7 refers to Him providing access like a door, open to many.

Acts 4:12: Neither is there salvation in any other: for there is none other name under heaven given among men, whereby we must be saved.

Contradiction with Hebrews 10:19-20

Describes a new and living way opened through Jesus' flesh, contrasting with John 10:7, where Jesus Himself is the door.

Hebrews 10:19-20: Having therefore, brethren, boldness to enter into the holiest by the blood of Jesus, [boldness: or, liberty]
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