Contradiction with 1 Timothy 2:5
This verse states there is one mediator between God and men, which could contradict the authority given in Matthew 16:19.
1 Timothy 2:5: For [there is] one God, and one mediator between God and men, the man Christ Jesus;
Contradiction with Ephesians 2:8-9
These verses emphasize salvation by grace through faith, not works, which could contradict the idea of earthly authority to bind and loose.
Ephesians 2:8-9: For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: [it is] the gift of God:
Contradiction with Isaiah 22:22
Some view this verse's key symbolism as applicable solely to Jesus, contrasting with Matthew 16:19 in terms of authority.
Isaiah 22:22: And the key of the house of David will I lay upon his shoulder; so he shall open, and none shall shut; and he shall shut, and none shall open.
Contradiction with Revelation 3:7
This verse emphasizes Christ’s sole authority over the keys of David, which could be seen as contradicting the authority given to Peter in Matthew 16:19.
Revelation 3:7: And to the angel of the church in Philadelphia write; These things saith he that is holy, he that is true, he that hath the key of David, he that openeth, and no man shutteth; and shutteth, and no man openeth;
Contradiction with Acts 4:12
This verse emphasizes that salvation is through Jesus alone, potentially contradicting the authority conferred to bind and loose.
Acts 4:12: Neither is there salvation in any other: for there is none other name under heaven given among men, whereby we must be saved.
Paradox #1
Some people think there's a contradiction because this verse seems to give a lot of power to a human, which might make it look like humans can control heavenly matters. But others argue that it's more about being in agreement with God's will. The potential conflict is about how much authority humans really have over spiritual things.
Paradox #2
Some people see a contradiction between this verse and the idea of God's ultimate authority. The verse seems to give humans, specifically Peter, the power to make binding decisions in heaven and on earth, which might conflict with the belief that only God can have such authority. Also, some interpret it differently, leading to disagreements about the role of church leaders and their authority.
Paradox #3
This verse could present a contradiction or inconsistency if it is interpreted as granting absolute authority to individuals or institutions to make binding decisions on moral or spiritual matters. This might conflict with the belief that only a higher divine power has the ultimate authority to judge or determine moral truths. Such interpretations can lead to conflicts around ideas of human fallibility versus divine infallibility.