Contradictions and Paradoxes in Revelation 3:8

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Revelation 3:8 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Revelation 3:8. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to John, Jesus is telling people that He sees all the good things they do. He is happy with them because they listen to Him and are brave, so He gives them a special chance that nobody can take away.

Revelation 3:8: I know thy works: behold, I have set before thee an open door, and no man can shut it: for thou hast a little strength, and hast kept my word, and hast not denied my name.

Contradiction with James 2:26

Revelation 3:8 discusses an open door due to works, while James 2:26 emphasizes that faith without works is dead, highlighting the necessity of faith alongside works.

James 2:26: For as the body without the spirit is dead, so faith without works is dead also. [spirit: or, breath]

Contradiction with Ephesians 2:8-9

While Revelation 3:8 stresses the importance of works, Ephesians 2:8-9 emphasizes salvation by grace through faith, not of works, which contrasts with the emphasis on deeds in Revelation.

Ephesians 2:8-9: For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: [it is] the gift of God:
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