Contradictions and Paradoxes in Philippians 1:3

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Philippians 1:3 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Philippians 1:3. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Paul, every time he remembers his friends, he thanks God for them. He feels happy and grateful just thinking about them.

Philippians 1:3: I thank my God upon every remembrance of you, [remembrance: or, mention]

Contradiction with Luke 22:31-32

These verses describe a situation of impending spiritual challenge and a call for faith, as opposed to expressing gratitude and positive remembrance.

Luke 22:31-32: And the Lord said, Simon, Simon, behold, Satan hath desired [to have] you, that he may sift [you] as wheat:

Contradiction with Matthew 7:21-23

Jesus speaks of not knowing those who do acts without true heartfulness, contradicting the idea of unconditional positive remembrance.

Matthew 7:21-23: 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 Galatians 1:6

Expresses astonishment at quickly deserting the gospel, which contrasts with the positive remembrance in Philippians 1:3.

Galatians 1:6: I marvel that ye are so soon removed from him that called you into the grace of Christ unto another gospel:

Contradiction with James 4:4

Describes friendship with the world as enmity with God, contrasting with Philippians' theme of gratitude for spiritual fellowship.

James 4:4: Ye adulterers and adulteresses, know ye not that the friendship of the world is enmity with God? whosoever therefore will be a friend of the world is the enemy of God.

Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 3:1-3

Paul rebukes the Corinthians for being 'worldly', contrasting with Philippians 1:3's positive remembrance and gratitude.

1 Corinthians 3:1-3: And I, brethren, could not speak unto you as unto spiritual, but as unto carnal, [even] as unto babes in Christ.
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