Contradictions and Paradoxes in Philippians 4:1

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Philippians 4:1 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Philippians 4:1. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Paul, he is telling his friends that he loves them very much and they make him so happy, like a prize. He wants them to stay strong and follow Jesus.

Philippians 4:1: Therefore, my brethren dearly beloved and longed for, my joy and crown, so stand fast in the Lord, [my] dearly beloved.

Contradiction with Matthew 10:34

This verse talks about bringing division and not peace, which can be seen as contradicting standing firm in the Lord with love and unity as suggested in Philippians 4:1.

Matthew 10:34: Think not that I am come to send peace on earth: I came not to send peace, but a sword.

Contradiction with Mark 13:12

This verse describes betrayal and conflict within families, contrary to the theme of unity and love in Philippians 4:1.

Mark 13:12: Now the brother shall betray the brother to death, and the father the son; and children shall rise up against [their] parents, and shall cause them to be put to death.

Contradiction with Luke 12:51

Here, Jesus mentions bringing division instead of peace, contrasting with the encouragement to stand united in Philippians 4:1.

Luke 12:51: Suppose ye that I am come to give peace on earth? I tell you, Nay; but rather division:

Contradiction with James 4:4

This verse speaks about friendship with the world being enmity with God, which can conflict with the notion of joy and unity found in Philippians 4:1.

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 1:10

Talks about divisions among brethren, which contradicts the call for unity and standing fast together in Philippians 4:1.

1 Corinthians 1:10: Now I beseech you, brethren, by the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, that ye all speak the same thing, and [that] there be no divisions among you; but [that] ye be perfectly joined together in the same mind and in the same judgment. [divisions: Gr. schisms]

Contradiction with Galatians 5:15

Warns about biting and devouring one another, opposing the call for standing firm in love in Philippians 4:1.

Galatians 5:15: But if ye bite and devour one another, take heed that ye be not consumed one of another.
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