Contradictions and Paradoxes in Jude 1:20

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Jude 1:20 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Jude 1:20. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Jude, Christians are encouraged to grow stronger by trusting in God and talking to Him through prayer. It's like building a sturdy house that can stand strong because it has a good foundation and regular care.

Jude 1:20: But ye, beloved, building up yourselves on your most holy faith, praying in the Holy Ghost,

Contradiction with Romans 8:26

Romans 8:26 suggests that the Spirit intercedes for us because we do not know how to pray as we ought, which may imply we rely less on our own ability to build upon our faith.

Romans 8:26: Likewise the Spirit also helpeth our infirmities: for we know not what we should pray for as we ought: but the Spirit itself maketh intercession for us with groanings which cannot be uttered.

Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 14:14

This verse mentions that praying in a tongue is unfruitful to the mind, which might contradict building oneself up fully in faith.

1 Corinthians 14:14: For if I pray in an [unknown] tongue, my spirit prayeth, but my understanding is unfruitful.

Contradiction with Ephesians 6:18

This verse emphasizes praying at all times with all perseverance, which can be seen as a broader prayer practice, not focusing solely on building one's faith.

Ephesians 6:18: Praying always with all prayer and supplication in the Spirit, and watching thereunto with all perseverance and supplication for all saints;

Contradiction with Matthew 6:7

This verse warns against vain repetitions in prayer, suggesting a different focus than building up oneself.

Matthew 6:7: But when ye pray, use not vain repetitions, as the heathen [do]: for they think that they shall be heard for their much speaking.

Contradiction with James 1:6

This verse emphasizes asking in faith without doubting, which could suggest a different approach to building faith compared to Jude 1:20.

James 1:6: But let him ask in faith, nothing wavering. For he that wavereth is like a wave of the sea driven with the wind and tossed.
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