Contradiction with Matthew 19:24
This verse says it is easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle than for a rich man to enter the kingdom of God, potentially contradicting the promise of "inheritance" for all who overcome in Revelation 21:7.
Matthew 19:24: And again I say unto you, It is easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle, than for a rich man to enter into the kingdom of God.
Contradiction with Romans 3:23
This verse states that all have sinned and come short of the glory of God, suggesting universal falling short, which contradicts the claim of overcoming and inheriting all things.
Romans 3:23: For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God;
Contradiction with Matthew 7:21
This verse highlights that not everyone who calls on the Lord will enter the kingdom of heaven, challenging the promise of inheritance to all overcomers in Revelation 21:7.
Matthew 7:21: Not every one that saith unto me, Lord, Lord, shall enter into the kingdom of heaven; but he that doeth the will of my Father which is in heaven.
Contradiction with Isaiah 64:6
This verse declares that all our righteousnesses are as filthy rags, implying human effort is insufficient, whereas Revelation 21:7 talks about overcoming and inheritance.
Isaiah 64:6: But we are all as an unclean [thing], and all our righteousnesses [are] as filthy rags; and we all do fade as a leaf; and our iniquities, like the wind, have taken us away.
Contradiction with Philippians 3:12
This verse makes it clear that Paul had not yet attained or was already perfect, contradicting the certainty of inheritance in Revelation 21:7 for overcomers.
Philippians 3:12: Not as though I had already attained, either were already perfect: but I follow after, if that I may apprehend that for which also I am apprehended of Christ Jesus.
Contradiction with Galatians 3:28
This verse speaks of equality in Christ, while Revelation 21:7 implies a condition-based inheritance.
Galatians 3:28: There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither bond nor free, there is neither male nor female: for ye are all one in Christ Jesus.
Paradox #1
Theological contradiction, inconsistency, or conflict for that verse could involve debates about the idea of inheritance and who is considered worthy or a "child of God." Some might argue that it appears to contradict other parts of scripture that discuss salvation or rewards being based solely on faith rather than overcoming challenges. However, interpretations can vary widely, and many theologians reconcile these views.