Contradiction with James 3:11-12
These verses discuss the inconsistency of a source delivering both blessing and cursing, suggesting that mixed motivations or messages can be problematic, in contrast to Philippians 1:18, which suggests that the message can still be positive regardless of the preacher's intent.
James 3:11-12: Doth a fountain send forth at the same place sweet [water] and bitter? [place: or, hole]
Contradiction with Matthew 7:15
This verse warns against false prophets who come in sheep's clothing while inwardly being ravenous wolves, implying that intentions and truthfulness matter, which contrasts with Philippians 1:18's indifference to the motivation behind preaching.
Matthew 7:15: Beware of false prophets, which come to you in sheep's clothing, but inwardly they are ravening wolves.
Contradiction with 2 Corinthians 11:13-15
These verses caution against false apostles disguising themselves as apostles of Christ, emphasizing discernment of true versus false motives in spreading the gospel, which can be seen as contradicting Philippians 1:18's acceptance of all preaching irrespective of the intent.
2 Corinthians 11:13-15: For such [are] false apostles, deceitful workers, transforming themselves into the apostles of Christ.
Contradiction with Galatians 1:8-9
Here, Paul strictly condemns preaching any gospel contrary to what he delivered, highlighting the importance of the message's purity, which opposes Philippians 1:18's more lenient approach to the motives behind the gospel proclamation.
Galatians 1:8-9: But though we, or an angel from heaven, preach any other gospel unto you than that which we have preached unto you, let him be accursed.
Contradiction with 1 John 4:1
This verse advises believers to test the spirits to determine if they are from God due to many false prophets, emphasizing discernment of truth which differs from Philippians 1:18's acceptance regardless of intention.
1 John 4:1: Beloved, believe not every spirit, but try the spirits whether they are of God: because many false prophets are gone out into the world.
Paradox #1
Philippians 1:18 emphasizes the idea of rejoicing regardless of the circumstances in which Christ is preached. A potential contradiction could arise if this is interpreted to mean that the motives or methods of preaching don't matter, as long as the message is spread. This might conflict with the idea that intentions and truthfulness are important in moral and religious teachings.