Contradictions and Paradoxes in Philippians 4:7

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Philippians 4:7 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Philippians 4:7. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Paul, God can give us a special kind of peace that is so wonderful, we can't fully understand it, and this peace will protect our hearts and thoughts through Jesus.

Philippians 4:7: And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.

Contradiction with John 16:33

This verse acknowledges the presence of tribulation in the world, whereas Philippians 4:7 speaks of peace that transcends understanding.

John 16:33: These things I have spoken unto you, that in me ye might have peace. In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world.

Contradiction with Matthew 10:34

Jesus speaks of bringing a sword instead of peace, which contrasts the idea of the peace of God mentioned in Philippians 4:7.

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 Jeremiah 6:14

This verse suggests false peace, contradicting the true peace described in Philippians 4:7.

Jeremiah 6:14: They have healed also the hurt [of the daughter] of my people slightly, saying, Peace, peace; when [there is] no peace. [hurt: Heb. bruise, or, breach]

Contradiction with Ezekiel 7:25

The verse speaks of the absence of peace during destruction, whereas Philippians 4:7 talks about God's peace.

Ezekiel 7:25: Destruction cometh; and they shall seek peace, and [there shall be] none. [Destruction: Heb. Cutting off]

Contradiction with Isaiah 48:22

States there is no peace for the wicked, contradicting the peace given in Philippians 4:7.

Isaiah 48:22: [There is] no peace, saith the LORD, unto the wicked.

Contradiction with Luke 12:51

Jesus questions if he brings peace on earth, suggesting division instead, which contrasts with Philippians 4:7's peace.

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

Contradiction with 1 Thessalonians 5:3

Talks about sudden destruction coming amid thoughts of peace, opposing the secure peace mentioned in Philippians 4:7.

1 Thessalonians 5:3: For when they shall say, Peace and safety; then sudden destruction cometh upon them, as travail upon a woman with child; and they shall not escape.

Contradiction with James 4:4

Emphasizes enmity with God through friendship with the world, contradicting the inner peace in relationship with God from Philippians 4:7.

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.
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