Contradictions and Paradoxes in Philippians 1:2

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Philippians 1:2 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Philippians 1:2. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Paul, this verse means that God and Jesus want to give us their love and a special kind of calmness in our hearts. It's like a nice blessing from them to help us feel happy and safe.

Philippians 1:2: Grace [be] unto you, and peace, from God our Father, and [from] the Lord Jesus Christ.

Contradiction with James 2:24

This verse emphasizes justification by works, potentially contradicting the emphasis on grace alone found in Philippians 1:2.

James 2:24: Ye see then how that by works a man is justified, and not by faith only.

Contradiction with Matthew 10:34

Here, Jesus states He came not to bring peace, but a sword, which contrasts with the offer of peace in Philippians 1:2.

Matthew 10:34: Think not that I am come to send peace on earth: I came not to send peace, but a sword.

Contradiction with Galatians 1:8

This verse warns against receiving any gospel contrary to what was preached, highlighting a different tone than the grace and peace extended in Philippians 1:2.

Galatians 1:8: 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 Romans 3:17

It mentions that the way of peace they have not known, which could be seen as at odds with the peace offered in Philippians 1:2.

Romans 3:17: And the way of peace have they not known:

Contradiction with John 16:33

Jesus speaks of tribulation in the world, differing from the peace mentioned in Philippians 1:2.

John 16:33: These things I have spoken unto you, that in me ye might have peace. In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world.
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