Contradictions and Paradoxes in Mark 1:14

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Mark 1:14 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Mark 1:14. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Mark, after John went to jail, Jesus went to Galilee to tell people the good news about God's special kingdom. He wanted everyone to know about God's love and plan.

Mark 1:14: Now after that John was put in prison, Jesus came into Galilee, preaching the gospel of the kingdom of God,

Contradiction with John 3:17

Contradicts Mark 1:14 by emphasizing salvation through belief in Jesus rather than the preaching of repentance.

John 3:17: For God sent not his Son into the world to condemn the world; but that the world through him might be saved.

Contradiction with Romans 10:13-14

Highlights the necessity of hearing about Christ to invoke his name, contrasting with Mark 1:14's broader message of preaching the gospel.

Romans 10:13-14: For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved.

Contradiction with Matthew 24:14

Focuses on the end times and preaching throughout the world, which extends beyond the immediate context of Mark 1:14.

Matthew 24:14: And this gospel of the kingdom shall be preached in all the world for a witness unto all nations; and then shall the end come.

Contradiction with Galatians 1:11-12

Paul asserts that the gospel he preaches is not of human origin, conflicting with Mark 1:14's portrayal of Jesus preaching in Galilee.

Galatians 1:11-12: But I certify you, brethren, that the gospel which was preached of me is not after man.

Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 1:17

Paul states that Christ did not send him to baptize but to preach the gospel, thus differing from Jesus' focus in Mark 1:14.

1 Corinthians 1:17: For Christ sent me not to baptize, but to preach the gospel: not with wisdom of words, lest the cross of Christ should be made of none effect. [words: or, speech]
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