Contradictions and Paradoxes in Luke 10:20

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Luke 10:20 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Luke 10:20. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Luke, Jesus is telling his friends that they shouldn't be happy just because they have special powers over spirits. Instead, they should be happy because God knows their names and they will be with Him in heaven.

Luke 10:20: Notwithstanding in this rejoice not, that the spirits are subject unto you; but rather rejoice, because your names are written in heaven.

Contradiction with Matthew 7:21-23

This contradicts the confidence implied by having one's name written in heaven, as it suggests that some who believe they are doing God's work will be denied.

Matthew 7:21-23: Not every one that saith unto me, Lord, Lord, shall enter into the kingdom of heaven; but he that doeth the will of my Father which is in heaven.

Contradiction with James 4:16

This contradicts the idea of rejoicing in aspects outside of humility, emphasizing that boasting in certain achievements is evil.

James 4:16: But now ye rejoice in your boastings: all such rejoicing is evil.

Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 2:11

This declares the futility of finding joy in earthly accomplishments, which can contrast with the joy encouraged in Luke regarding spiritual assurance.

Ecclesiastes 2:11: Then I looked on all the works that my hands had wrought, and on the labour that I had laboured to do: and, behold, all [was] vanity and vexation of spirit, and [there was] no profit under the sun.

Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 10:12

This warns against feeling secure, advising believers to take heed lest they fall, contradicting the assured joy mentioned in having one's name in heaven.

1 Corinthians 10:12: Wherefore let him that thinketh he standeth take heed lest he fall.
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