Contradiction with James 1:4
Philippians 3:12 speaks of not having attained perfection, while James 1:4 emphasizes completeness and wanting nothing, suggesting the possibility of reaching perfection.
James 1:4: But let patience have [her] perfect work, that ye may be perfect and entire, wanting nothing.
Contradiction with 1 John 1:8
Philippians 3:12 acknowledges not being perfect, whereas 1 John 1:8 claims that admitting sinlessness is self-deception, implying imperfection is inherent.
1 John 1:8: If we say that we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not in us.
Contradiction with Hebrews 10:14
Philippians 3:12 indicates an ongoing process of striving towards perfection, while Hebrews 10:14 states that believers are already made perfect.
Hebrews 10:14: For by one offering he hath perfected for ever them that are sanctified.
Contradiction with Matthew 5:48
Philippians 3:12 admits imperfection, but Matthew 5:48 commands believers to be perfect like the Father, implying possible attainment in this life.
Matthew 5:48: Be ye therefore perfect, even as your Father which is in heaven is perfect.
Contradiction with Colossians 2:10
Philippians 3:12 suggests incompletion, whereas Colossians 2:10 states believers are complete in Christ, implying a present state of spiritual completion.
Colossians 2:10: And ye are complete in him, which is the head of all principality and power: