Contradiction with John 10:28
This verse states that those given eternal life shall never perish, suggesting eternal security, whereas Romans 11:21 warns about potential rejection by God.
John 10:28: And I give unto them eternal life; and they shall never perish, neither shall any [man] pluck them out of my hand.
Contradiction with Hebrews 13:5
This verse promises that God will never leave nor forsake his people, contrasting with the idea in Romans 11:21 of being cut off.
Hebrews 13:5: [Let your] conversation [be] without covetousness; [and be] content with such things as ye have: for he hath said, I will never leave thee, nor forsake thee.
Contradiction with Philippians 1:6
This verse assures that God will continue His good work in believers until completion, contradicting Romans 11:21, which suggests possible abandonment.
Philippians 1:6: Being confident of this very thing, that he which hath begun a good work in you will perform [it] until the day of Jesus Christ: [perform: or, finish]
Contradiction with John 6:37
This verse assures that whoever comes to Jesus will never be cast out, which conflicts with the warning in Romans 11:21 about rejection.
John 6:37: All that the Father giveth me shall come to me; and him that cometh to me I will in no wise cast out.
Contradiction with 2 Timothy 2:13
This verse explains that if we are faithless, God remains faithful, showing a contrast to Romans 11:21 where faithlessness could lead to being cut off.
2 Timothy 2:13: If we believe not, [yet] he abideth faithful: he cannot deny himself.
Contradiction with Isaiah 41:10
This verse promises God's unwavering support and help, whereas Romans 11:21 mentions the possibility of being cut off from God's favor.
Isaiah 41:10: Fear thou not; for I [am] with thee: be not dismayed; for I [am] thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness.
Paradox #1
The moral conflict in that verse could be seen as the tension between God's mercy and severity. On one hand, it suggests that God can be strict and even harsh if people don't remain faithful. On the other hand, the Bible often talks about God's endless love and forgiveness. Balancing these ideas of strictness and mercy might seem contradictory to some.