Contradiction with Matthew 5:44
This verse instructs to love and do good to enemies, which contradicts the behavior of the servant in Luke 12:45 who beats fellow servants.
Matthew 5:44: But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you;
Contradiction with Romans 12:17
Romans advises not to repay evil for evil and to live peaceably, conflicting with the servant's negative actions in Luke 12:45.
Romans 12:17: Recompense to no man evil for evil. Provide things honest in the sight of all men.
Contradiction with Ephesians 4:32
This verse encourages kindness and forgiveness, contrasting with the servant's violence and lack of compassion in Luke 12:45.
Ephesians 4:32: And be ye kind one to another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, even as God for Christ's sake hath forgiven you.
Contradiction with Colossians 3:12
It calls for compassion, humility, and gentleness, opposing the harshness exhibited by the servant in Luke 12:45.
Colossians 3:12: Put on therefore, as the elect of God, holy and beloved, bowels of mercies, kindness, humbleness of mind, meekness, longsuffering;
Contradiction with 1 Peter 3:9
Advises not to repay evil with evil, which contradicts the servant's aggressive behavior in Luke 12:45.
1 Peter 3:9: Not rendering evil for evil, or railing for railing: but contrariwise blessing; knowing that ye are thereunto called, that ye should inherit a blessing.
Contradiction with Galatians 5:22-23
The fruit of the Spirit includes love and gentleness, which contradicts the conduct of the servant in Luke 12:45.
Galatians 5:22-23: But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith,
Contradiction with John 13:34
This verse commands believers to love one another as Jesus loved them, contrasting with the servant's actions in Luke 12:45.
John 13:34: A new commandment I give unto you, That ye love one another; as I have loved you, that ye also love one another.
Contradiction with Philippians 2:3
Encourages humility and valuing others above oneself, contrary to the servant's prideful and abusive behavior in Luke 12:45.
Philippians 2:3: [Let] nothing [be done] through strife or vainglory; but in lowliness of mind let each esteem other better than themselves.
Paradox #1
The verse could be seen as contradictory if compared with passages emphasizing the idea of eternal security or once saved, always saved. Some interpret this verse as suggesting that a servant can lose their place or favor if they act wrongly, which may seem inconsistent with the belief that salvation or status cannot be lost once granted. This potential conflict arises from different theological interpretations of responsibility and consequence.
Paradox #2
The contradiction in this verse could be seen as the tension between free will and divine justice. It discusses the punishment of a servant who misbehaves, which might raise questions about the fairness of severe consequences for actions driven by human nature or weakness, rather than malicious intent. This could conflict with the idea of a loving and forgiving deity.