Contradictions and Paradoxes in John 16:6

Check out Contradictions Catalog of John 16:6 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts John 16:6. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to John, Jesus told His friends that He would be leaving soon, and this made them very sad. Jesus wanted them to know He was telling them important things, even if it made them feel upset for a little while.

John 16:6: But because I have said these things unto you, sorrow hath filled your heart.

Contradiction with John 14:1

In John 14:1, Jesus tells His disciples not to be troubled, which contrasts with John 16:6 where He acknowledges their sorrow.

John 14:1: Let not your heart be troubled: ye believe in God, believe also in me.

Contradiction with 1 Thessalonians 5:16

This verse urges believers to rejoice always, conflicting with the disciples' sorrow and grief indicated in John 16:6.

1 Thessalonians 5:16: Rejoice evermore.

Contradiction with Philippians 4:4

Paul encourages rejoicing in the Lord always, which contrasts with the disciples' reaction in John 16:6.

Philippians 4:4: Rejoice in the Lord alway: [and] again I say, Rejoice.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:12

Jesus advises rejoicing and being glad amidst persecution, different from the sorrow expressed by the disciples in John 16:6.

Matthew 5:12: Rejoice, and be exceeding glad: for great [is] your reward in heaven: for so persecuted they the prophets which were before you.
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