Contradictions and Paradoxes in John 3:3

Check out Contradictions Catalog of John 3:3 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts John 3:3. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to John, Jesus is saying that to be with God in Heaven, people need to have a special kind of new life in their hearts, almost like being born all over again but in a spiritual way. This means they need to start fresh by believing in God and loving Him.

John 3:3: Jesus answered and said unto him, Verily, verily, I say unto thee, Except a man be born again, he cannot see the kingdom of God. [again: or, from above]

Contradiction with Romans 3:28

This verse emphasizes justification by faith without deeds, whereas John 3:3 emphasizes being 'born again' for salvation.

Romans 3:28: Therefore we conclude that a man is justified by faith without the deeds of the law.

Contradiction with James 2:24

This verse emphasizes that faith without works is dead, implying that more than spiritual rebirth is needed.

James 2:24: Ye see then how that by works a man is justified, and not by faith only.

Contradiction with Acts 2:38

This verse stresses repentance and baptism for the forgiveness of sins, which some might see as differing from the concept of being born again by belief alone.

Acts 2:38: Then Peter said unto them, Repent, and be baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ for the remission of sins, and ye shall receive the gift of the Holy Ghost.

Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 12:13

Suggests that all Christians are baptized by one Spirit into one body, contrasting with the individual experience of being 'born again.'

1 Corinthians 12:13: For by one Spirit are we all baptized into one body, whether [we be] Jews or Gentiles, whether [we be] bond or free; and have been all made to drink into one Spirit. [Gentiles: Gr. Greeks]

Contradiction with Galatians 5:6

This verse suggests that faith working through love is essential, rather than solely the spiritual rebirth mentioned in John 3:3.

Galatians 5:6: For in Jesus Christ neither circumcision availeth any thing, nor uncircumcision; but faith which worketh by love.
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