Contradictions and Paradoxes in Philippians 2:22

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Philippians 2:22 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Philippians 2:22. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Paul, Timothy is like a good son working alongside his father, helping to share the good news about Jesus. Paul trusts Timothy because he has shown he is kind and helpful.

Philippians 2:22: But ye know the proof of him, that, as a son with the father, he hath served with me in the gospel.

Contradiction with Philippians 2:4

Philippians 2:22 praises serving others' interests, whereas Philippians 2:4 highlights a broader principle of looking out for one's own interests as well.

Philippians 2:4: Look not every man on his own things, but every man also on the things of others.

Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 10:24

Philippians 2:22 emphasizes selfless service, while 1 Corinthians 10:24 accepts seeking profit for oneself so long as it benefits others.

1 Corinthians 10:24: Let no man seek his own, but every man another's [wealth].

Contradiction with 2 Timothy 3:2

Philippians 2:22 commends selflessness, but 2 Timothy 3:2 lists selfishness as a negative trait common in people during difficult times.

2 Timothy 3:2: For men shall be lovers of their own selves, covetous, boasters, proud, blasphemers, disobedient to parents, unthankful, unholy,

Contradiction with Matthew 20:26-28

Philippians 2:22 underscores serving bishop's interests, while Jesus, in Matthew 20:26-28, emphasized serving with humility and not seeking one's enhancement.

Matthew 20:26-28: But it shall not be so among you: but whosoever will be great among you, let him be your minister;

Contradiction with Galatians 5:13

Philippians 2:22 puts forward the importance of service to superiors from personal growth, whereas Galatians 5:13 warns against using freedom to indulge oneself instead of selfless service through love.

Galatians 5:13: For, brethren, ye have been called unto liberty; only [use] not liberty for an occasion to the flesh, but by love serve one another.

Contradiction with Romans 12:10

Philippians 2:22 suggests prioritizing tasks for authority figures, contrasting Romans 12:10 which advises mutual honor among believers without hierarchy.

Romans 12:10: [Be] kindly affectioned one to another with brotherly love; in honour preferring one another; [with...: or, in the love of the brethren]
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