Contradictions and Paradoxes in Philippians 2:28

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Philippians 2:28 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Philippians 2:28. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Paul, he sent his friend back to them because he wanted everyone to be happy when they saw him again, and it would make Paul less sad. Paul hoped that by sending his friend, everyone would feel better and more joyful.

Philippians 2:28: I sent him therefore the more carefully, that, when ye see him again, ye may rejoice, and that I may be the less sorrowful. [carefully: or, with more anxious care]

Contradiction with Proverbs 12:25

This verse talks about anxiety in a man's heart weighing him down, which contrasts with the encouragement and joy mentioned in Philippians 2:28.

Proverbs 12:25: Heaviness in the heart of man maketh it stoop: but a good word maketh it glad.

Contradiction with Matthew 6:34

This verse advises not to worry about tomorrow, conflicting with the anxious concern for others' well-being found in Philippians 2:28.

Matthew 6:34: Take therefore no thought for the morrow: for the morrow shall take thought for the things of itself. Sufficient unto the day [is] the evil thereof.

Contradiction with 1 Peter 5:7

This verse teaches to cast all your anxiety on God, differing from the concern expressed for the recipients in Philippians 2:28.

1 Peter 5:7: Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you.

Contradiction with Luke 12:25

This verse questions the benefit of worrying, suggesting a contradiction to the expressed concern in Philippians 2:28.

Luke 12:25: And which of you with taking thought can add to his stature one cubit?

Contradiction with John 14:27

This verse speaks of peace rather than the potential for anxiety mentioned in Philippians 2:28.

John 14:27: Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.
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