Contradiction with Luke 17:10
While Luke 17:9 poses a rhetorical question about not thanking servants for performing their duties, Luke 17:10 urges humility, reminding servants that they are unworthy after fulfilling their obligations, suggesting a non-expectation for thanks.
Luke 17:10: So likewise ye, when ye shall have done all those things which are commanded you, say, We are unprofitable servants: we have done that which was our duty to do.
Contradiction with Matthew 25:21
This verse contradicts by commending and rewarding servants for their faithful service, implying gratitude and recognition.
Matthew 25:21: His lord said unto him, Well done, [thou] good and faithful servant: thou hast been faithful over a few things, I will make thee ruler over many things: enter thou into the joy of thy lord.
Contradiction with Colossians 3:23-24
Encourages doing work heartily as unto the Lord with the promise of receiving a reward, which contrasts with the idea of serving without expectation of thanks.
Colossians 3:23-24: And whatsoever ye do, do [it] heartily, as to the Lord, and not unto men;
Contradiction with Ephesians 6:7-8
Suggests serving with goodwill, as to the Lord, with the assurance of being rewarded, differing from the notion of not expecting thanks for duties performed.
Ephesians 6:7-8: With good will doing service, as to the Lord, and not to men:
Paradox #1
The potential doctrinal inconsistency with Luke 17:9 could be related to the theme of servitude and reward. Some might see a conflict between this message and other teachings in the Bible about grace, where rewards and salvation come through faith and not works. This could lead to questions about how service and duty align with grace and divine rewards. Additionally, differing interpretations might arise about the expectation of gratitude or acknowledgment for fulfilling one's duties, contrasting with teachings elsewhere about humility and service without expectation.
Paradox #2
The contradiction or conflict in that verse might relate to the idea of expecting gratitude or recognition for doing one's duty. This can clash with the notion of selflessness and humility often emphasized in moral teachings, where actions should be done without expecting any reward or praise.