Contradictions and Paradoxes in Philippians 4:15

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Philippians 4:15 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Philippians 4:15. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Paul, the author of the book, he is thanking the Philippians for being the only ones who helped and shared with him by giving gifts when he first started telling people about Jesus. This made him feel loved and supported by them.

Philippians 4:15: Now ye Philippians know also, that in the beginning of the gospel, when I departed from Macedonia, no church communicated with me as concerning giving and receiving, but ye only.

Contradiction with Acts 20:35

Suggests that more blessed is the act of giving than receiving, which may contrast with Philippians 4:15's acceptance of gifts.

Acts 20:35: I have shewed you all things, how that so labouring ye ought to support the weak, and to remember the words of the Lord Jesus, how he said, It is more blessed to give than to receive.

Contradiction with Matthew 6:3-4

Emphasizes giving in secrecy, while Philippians 4:15 acknowledges the giving openly.

Matthew 6:3-4: But when thou doest alms, let not thy left hand know what thy right hand doeth:

Contradiction with Luke 6:30-34

Encourages giving to everyone who asks, contrasting with Philippians 4:15 where only a specific church provided support.

Luke 6:30-34: Give to every man that asketh of thee; and of him that taketh away thy goods ask [them] not again.

Contradiction with 2 Corinthians 9:7

Highlights cheerful giving based on individual decision, which could contradict structured support mentioned in Philippians 4:15.

2 Corinthians 9:7: Every man according as he purposeth in his heart, [so let him give]; not grudgingly, or of necessity: for God loveth a cheerful giver.

Contradiction with Proverbs 19:17

States lending to the Lord through giving to the poor, in contrast to Philippians 4:15's focus on giving to support an individual, Paul.

Proverbs 19:17: He that hath pity upon the poor lendeth unto the LORD; and that which he hath given will he pay him again. [that which...: or, his deed]
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