Contradiction with Ephesians 2:8-9
These verses emphasize that salvation is by grace through faith, not by works, whereas Revelation 7:14 may imply a purification process through tribulation.
Ephesians 2:8-9: For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: [it is] the gift of God:
Contradiction with Romans 3:28
This verse states that a person is justified by faith apart from works of the law, whereas Revelation 7:14 could suggest a work (coming out of tribulation) associated with salvation.
Romans 3:28: Therefore we conclude that a man is justified by faith without the deeds of the law.
Contradiction with Titus 3:5
This verse says we are saved by mercy and not by works of righteousness, contrasting with Revelation 7:14 which implies a cleansing process necessitating an action or experience.
Titus 3:5: Not by works of righteousness which we have done, but according to his mercy he saved us, by the washing of regeneration, and renewing of the Holy Ghost;
Contradiction with Galatians 2:16
This verse argues that one is not justified by works of the law but by faith, potentially conflicting with the idea in Revelation 7:14 of salvation after enduring tribulation.
Galatians 2:16: Knowing that a man is not justified by the works of the law, but by the faith of Jesus Christ, even we have believed in Jesus Christ, that we might be justified by the faith of Christ, and not by the works of the law: for by the works of the law shall no flesh be justified.
Contradiction with Romans 4:2-5
These verses explain that Abraham was not justified by works, highlighting faith over works, which might oppose the implication in Revelation 7:14 of deeds influencing salvation.
Romans 4:2-5: For if Abraham were justified by works, he hath [whereof] to glory; but not before God.
Contradiction with 1 John 1:7
This verse mentions that the blood of Jesus cleanses us from all sin continually, not just through a specific event like tribulation as suggested in Revelation 7:14.
1 John 1:7: But if we walk in the light, as he is in the light, we have fellowship one with another, and the blood of Jesus Christ his Son cleanseth us from all sin.
Contradiction with John 3:16
This verse emphasizes belief in Jesus as the path to eternal life, contrasting potentially with Revelation 7:14’s implication of a purifying process involving tribulation.
John 3:16: For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.
Contradiction with Hebrews 10:10
This verse highlights sanctification through the sacrifice of Jesus once for all, which may contrast with the idea in Revelation 7:14 of an ongoing process through tribulation.
Hebrews 10:10: By the which will we are sanctified through the offering of the body of Jesus Christ once [for all].
Contradiction with Romans 5:9
This verse points to being justified by Jesus’ blood, implying an already completed action, whereas Revelation 7:14 indicates a future purification through tribulation.
Romans 5:9: Much more then, being now justified by his blood, we shall be saved from wrath through him.
Contradiction with Colossians 2:13-14
This passage emphasizes forgiveness of sins through Christ’s sacrifice, potentially conflicting with the seeming necessity in Revelation 7:14 to come out of great tribulation for cleansing.
Colossians 2:13-14: And you, being dead in your sins and the uncircumcision of your flesh, hath he quickened together with him, having forgiven you all trespasses;
Paradox #1
The potential contradiction could arise if someone interprets this verse as suggesting that only people who suffer or endure specific hardships are deserving of being saved or rewarded. This might conflict with the broader idea that moral worth or salvation could be based on one's character or actions rather than the experiences they have gone through.