Contradiction with 2 Corinthians 5:17
This verse, which speaks of a person becoming a new creation in Christ, contradicts Luke 11:26 by emphasizing transformation rather than the worsening state described.
2 Corinthians 5:17: Therefore if any man [be] in Christ, [he is] a new creature: old things are passed away; behold, all things are become new. [he is: or, let him be]
Contradiction with Romans 8:1
This verse asserts that there is no condemnation for those in Christ, contrasting with the idea in Luke 11:26 of a person ending in a worse condition.
Romans 8:1: [There is] therefore now no condemnation to them which are in Christ Jesus, who walk not after the flesh, but after the Spirit.
Contradiction with John 8:36
This verse highlights true freedom through Christ, conflicting with Luke 11:26 where an individual returns to bondage.
John 8:36: If the Son therefore shall make you free, ye shall be free indeed.
Contradiction with Philippians 1:6
This verse assures that God will complete the good work He began, differing from Luke 11:26’s portrayal of one reverting to a worse state.
Philippians 1:6: Being confident of this very thing, that he which hath begun a good work in you will perform [it] until the day of Jesus Christ: [perform: or, finish]
Contradiction with 1 John 5:4
This verse speaks about believers overcoming the world, contradicting Luke 11:26 where the person seems to fail and decline further.
1 John 5:4: For whatsoever is born of God overcometh the world: and this is the victory that overcometh the world, [even] our faith. [is born: Gr. has been born]
Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 10:13
This verse promises a way out of temptation, contrasting with the loss and regression described in Luke 11:26.
1 Corinthians 10:13: There hath no temptation taken you but such as is common to man: but God [is] faithful, who will not suffer you to be tempted above that ye are able; but will with the temptation also make a way to escape, that ye may be able to bear [it]. [common...: or, moderate]
Paradox #1
The contradiction in Luke 11:26 could be seen in the idea that despite efforts to remove evil or bad influences, the situation can end up worse than before. This might conflict with the belief that doing good should lead to improved circumstances, suggesting a tension between human actions and spiritual consequences.