Contradiction with John 14:28
Jesus states that "the Father is greater than I," which can be seen as contradicting Philippians 2:6, where Jesus, being in the form of God, is not considered robbery to be equal with God.
John 14:28: Ye have heard how I said unto you, I go away, and come [again] unto you. If ye loved me, ye would rejoice, because I said, I go unto the Father: for my Father is greater than I.
Contradiction with Mark 13:32
Jesus mentions that only the Father knows the day and hour of the end, not even the Son, which may contradict the notion of equality with God presented in Philippians 2:6.
Mark 13:32: But of that day and [that] hour knoweth no man, no, not the angels which are in heaven, neither the Son, but the Father.
Contradiction with John 5:19
Jesus says that the Son can do nothing by himself, only what he sees the Father doing, indicating a dependence that seems to contradict the equality mentioned in Philippians 2:6.
John 5:19: Then answered Jesus and said unto them, Verily, verily, I say unto you, The Son can do nothing of himself, but what he seeth the Father do: for what things soever he doeth, these also doeth the Son likewise.
Contradiction with Matthew 24:36
Similar to Mark 13:32, Jesus declares ignorance of the day or hour of the end time, known only to the Father, challenging the claim of equality in Philippians 2:6.
Matthew 24:36: But of that day and hour knoweth no [man], no, not the angels of heaven, but my Father only.
Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 11:3
Paul states that the head of Christ is God, suggesting a hierarchy that appears to contradict the equal status indicated in Philippians 2:6.
1 Corinthians 11:3: But I would have you know, that the head of every man is Christ; and the head of the woman [is] the man; and the head of Christ [is] God.
Contradiction with John 20:17
Jesus speaks of ascending to "my Father, and your Father; and to my God, and your God," which shows a distinction in roles that contrasts with the equality in Philippians 2:6.
John 20:17: Jesus saith unto her, Touch me not; for I am not yet ascended to my Father: but go to my brethren, and say unto them, I ascend unto my Father, and your Father; and [to] my God, and your God.
Contradiction with Matthew 20:23
Jesus indicates that certain decisions are reserved for the Father alone, potentially conflicting with the equality with God suggested in Philippians 2:6.
Matthew 20:23: And he saith unto them, Ye shall drink indeed of my cup, and be baptized with the baptism that I am baptized with: but to sit on my right hand, and on my left, is not mine to give, but [it shall be given to them] for whom it is prepared of my Father.
Paradox #1
One potential contradiction with Philippians 2:6 arises when comparing it to the belief in the full divinity and equality of Jesus with God. The verse could be interpreted as suggesting that Jesus, despite being in the form of God, did not consider equality with God something to be grasped or used for his own advantage. Some might see this as conflicting with the idea that Jesus is always co-equal with God. Others interpret it to mean that Jesus willingly chose humility and submission, without undermining his divine nature. This can lead to different theological understandings of the nature of Jesus and his relationship with God the Father.
Paradox #2
The potential contradiction or conflict might arise from differing interpretations of the nature of Jesus. Some might see it as conflicting with the belief in Jesus' divinity if interpreted in certain ways, while others see it as affirming both his divinity and humility in different aspects. This can lead to debates about how Jesus is understood within the framework of Christian theology.
Paradox #3
The contradiction or conflict often discussed regarding this verse revolves around the nature of Christ's divinity. Some interpret it as suggesting equality with God, which could conflict with other scriptures that portray Jesus in a more subordinate role to God. This has led to debates about the exact nature of Jesus' divinity and his relationship with God, impacting various Christian theological perspectives.