Contradictions and Paradoxes in Luke 22:31

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Luke 22:31 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Luke 22:31. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Luke, Jesus told Simon that Satan wanted to test him and make him struggle, like someone who shakes wheat to see what is left. Jesus was warning Simon to be strong and careful because tough times were coming.

Luke 22:31: And the Lord said, Simon, Simon, behold, Satan hath desired [to have] you, that he may sift [you] as wheat:

Contradiction with Matthew 16:18

This verse promises that Peter will be the rock upon which Jesus will build his church, suggesting strength and stability, which contrasts with the implication of sifting or testing in Luke 22:31.

Matthew 16:18: And I say also unto thee, That thou art Peter, and upon this rock I will build my church; and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it. [Peter: this name signifies a rock]

Contradiction with John 10:28

This verse assures eternal security for believers, which seems at odds with the concept of Satan desiring to sift them as wheat in Luke 22:31.

John 10:28: And I give unto them eternal life; and they shall never perish, neither shall any [man] pluck them out of my hand.

Contradiction with Hebrews 13:5

God's promise to never leave or forsake believers appears contrary to the notion of Satan having the power to test Peter harshly as suggested in Luke 22:31.

Hebrews 13:5: [Let your] conversation [be] without covetousness; [and be] content with such things as ye have: for he hath said, I will never leave thee, nor forsake thee.

Contradiction with Romans 8:37

Declares believers to be more than conquerors, contrasting the vulnerability implied in Luke 22:31.

Romans 8:37: Nay, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him that loved us.
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