Contradiction with Matthew 9:13
This verse shows Jesus calling sinners to repentance, suggesting hope and redemption for those mentioned in Revelation 22:15.
Matthew 9:13: But go ye and learn what [that] meaneth, I will have mercy, and not sacrifice: for I am not come to call the righteous, but sinners to repentance.
Contradiction with John 3:17
This verse emphasizes salvation rather than condemnation, implying that those mentioned in Revelation 22:15 have the opportunity to be saved.
John 3:17: For God sent not his Son into the world to condemn the world; but that the world through him might be saved.
Contradiction with Luke 19:10
This verse indicates that Jesus seeks to save the lost, which includes those outside mentioned in Revelation 22:15.
Luke 19:10: For the Son of man is come to seek and to save that which was lost.
Contradiction with 1 John 1:9
This verse assures that if we confess our sins, we are forgiven, contrasting with the exclusion of sinners from the holy city in Revelation 22:15.
1 John 1:9: If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us [our] sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.
Contradiction with Romans 5:8
This verse highlights God’s love for sinners, suggesting redemption is possible for those referred to in Revelation 22:15.
Romans 5:8: But God commendeth his love toward us, in that, while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us.
Paradox #1
Revelation 22:15 might seem to contradict the idea of universal salvation, which suggests that everyone will eventually be saved and welcomed into Heaven. This verse indicates that some people will be excluded from the heavenly city, which can conflict with the belief that God's love and mercy will ultimately save all people.
Paradox #2
Revelation 22:15 could be seen as doctrinally conflicting with the idea that forgiveness and salvation are available to all who repent. The verse lists certain types of people who are outside the holy city, which might seem to imply exclusion from salvation. However, other parts of the Bible emphasize God's willingness to forgive any sinner who seeks redemption. This could create a perception of inconsistency regarding who can be saved.
Paradox #3
Revelation 22:15 is sometimes seen as morally inconsistent because it seems to exclude certain people from salvation based on their actions, while earlier parts of the Bible emphasize forgiveness and redemption for all who repent. This could raise questions about how forgiveness and exclusion are balanced in the text.