Contradictions and Paradoxes in Philippians 4:3

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Philippians 4:3 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Philippians 4:3. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Paul, he is asking his friend to help the women who worked hard with him to tell others about Jesus, along with Clement and other helpers. He reminds them that all their names are written in the book of life, meaning they are loved and remembered by God.

Philippians 4:3: And I intreat thee also, true yokefellow, help those women which laboured with me in the gospel, with Clement also, and [with] other my fellowlabourers, whose names [are] in the book of life.

Contradiction with Luke 6:30

While Philippians 4:3 encourages helping fellow workers in the Gospel, Luke 6:30 instructs to give to everyone who asks, which might contradict the selective support implied.

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

Contradiction with Matthew 10:14

Philippians 4:3 involves collaboration and community assistance, but Matthew 10:14 advises leaving those who do not receive your message, suggesting a withdrawal rather than engagement.

Matthew 10:14: And whosoever shall not receive you, nor hear your words, when ye depart out of that house or city, shake off the dust of your feet.

Contradiction with 2 Thessalonians 3:10

Philippians 4:3 implies supporting one another in gospel work, whereas 2 Thessalonians 3:10 emphasizes that if any would not work, they should not eat, possibly contradicting unconditional support.

2 Thessalonians 3:10: For even when we were with you, this we commanded you, that if any would not work, neither should he eat.

Contradiction with 1 Timothy 5:8

Philippians 4:3 highlights working together in faith, but 1 Timothy 5:8 stresses providing for one's own household first, which may contradict prioritizing communal work above family responsibilities.

1 Timothy 5:8: But if any provide not for his own, and specially for those of his own house, he hath denied the faith, and is worse than an infidel. [house: or, kindred]

Contradiction with Galatians 6:5

Philippians 4:3 promotes assisting others in gospel work, while Galatians 6:5 emphasizes carrying one’s own load, suggesting a focus on personal responsibility.

Galatians 6:5: For every man shall bear his own burden.
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