Contradiction with James 2:17
This verse states that faith without works is dead, which contradicts John 4:36 where rewards are given for reaping in joy, suggesting works being rewarded.
James 2:17: Even so faith, if it hath not works, is dead, being alone. [alone: Gr. by itself]
Contradiction with Matthew 6:19-20
This verse advises storing treasures in heaven rather than earthly gains, contrasting with John 4:36's immediate reaping and reward.
Matthew 6:19-20: Lay not up for yourselves treasures upon earth, where moth and rust doth corrupt, and where thieves break through and steal:
Contradiction with Ephesians 2:8-9
Emphasizes that salvation is not from works, while John 4:36 implies rewards from the act of reaping.
Ephesians 2:8-9: For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: [it is] the gift of God:
Contradiction with Romans 4:4-5
States that righteousness is credited apart from works, which conflicts with the implication of reward for labor in John 4:36.
Romans 4:4-5: Now to him that worketh is the reward not reckoned of grace, but of debt.
Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 3:7
Says it is God who gives the increase, contradicting the implication of human effort being rewarded in John 4:36.
1 Corinthians 3:7: So then neither is he that planteth any thing, neither he that watereth; but God that giveth the increase.
Contradiction with Romans 9:16
Emphasizes that it is not human effort but God’s mercy, which contrasts with John 4:36 where human effort in reaping is rewarded.
Romans 9:16: So then [it is] not of him that willeth, nor of him that runneth, but of God that sheweth mercy.
Paradox #1
John 4:36 generally speaks about the rewards of labor, especially in the spiritual sense. A potential point of contradiction could arise from the idea that different people might contribute differently but still receive the same reward. Some might feel this challenges the fairness of reward based on effort. This could lead to questions about equity and whether it's just for everyone to get the same outcome regardless of their individual input. However, others might see this as an expression of grace and community collaboration.