Contradictions and Paradoxes in Luke 6:46

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Luke 6:46 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Luke 6:46. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Luke, Jesus is asking why people call Him their leader but don't do what He tells them to do. He wants people to listen and follow His teachings, not just say they do.

Luke 6:46: And why call ye me, Lord, Lord, and do not the things which I say?

Contradiction with Matthew 7:21

This verse contradicts Luke 6:46 by emphasizing that not everyone who calls upon the Lord will enter the kingdom of heaven, highlighting deeds over words.

Matthew 7:21: 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 1 John 3:18

This verse highlights the need for action and truth in love, contrasting with the mere verbal acknowledgment in Luke 6:46.

1 John 3:18: My little children, let us not love in word, neither in tongue; but in deed and in truth.

Contradiction with James 1:22

This verse instructs believers to be doers of the word and not hearers only, contrasting mere verbal profession as warned in Luke 6:46.

James 1:22: But be ye doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving your own selves.

Contradiction with John 14:15

This verse states that loving Jesus means keeping His commandments, contrasted with just calling Him 'Lord' in Luke 6:46.

John 14:15: If ye love me, keep my commandments.

Paradox #1

The contradiction in this verse could be seen as the conflict between professing faith or allegiance verbally and not backing it up with actions. It highlights the inconsistency in calling someone a leader or master but not following their teachings or commands.

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