Contradiction with Matthew 6:34
Romans 12:2 advises transformation by renewing the mind, implying active change, whereas Matthew 6:34 suggests focusing only on the present day without concern for transformation.
Matthew 6:34: Take therefore no thought for the morrow: for the morrow shall take thought for the things of itself. Sufficient unto the day [is] the evil thereof.
Contradiction with Matthew 10:34
Romans 12:2 speaks about transformation for goodness, while Matthew 10:34 mentions bringing a sword, implying division rather than renewal.
Matthew 10:34: Think not that I am come to send peace on earth: I came not to send peace, but a sword.
Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 7:31
Advises that the world is temporary, which counters Romans 12:2's call for transformation within the world.
1 Corinthians 7:31: And they that use this world, as not abusing [it]: for the fashion of this world passeth away.
Contradiction with John 15:19
Suggests being distinct from the world, hinting at separation, whereas Romans 12:2 focuses on renewing the mind within the world.
John 15:19: If ye were of the world, the world would love his own: but because ye are not of the world, but I have chosen you out of the world, therefore the world hateth you.
Contradiction with 2 Peter 3:10
Describes the eventual destruction of the world, which contradicts Romans 12:2's implication of engaging with the world for transformation.
2 Peter 3:10: But the day of the Lord will come as a thief in the night; in the which the heavens shall pass away with a great noise, and the elements shall melt with fervent heat, the earth also and the works that are therein shall be burned up.
Contradiction with Matthew 5:18
Speaks of the law remaining until all is fulfilled, whereas Romans 12:2 suggests transformation beyond ancient laws.
Matthew 5:18: For verily I say unto you, Till heaven and earth pass, one jot or one tittle shall in no wise pass from the law, till all be fulfilled.
Contradiction with James 4:4
Claims friendship with the world is enmity with God, in contrast to Romans 12:2's renewal within the world context.
James 4:4: Ye adulterers and adulteresses, know ye not that the friendship of the world is enmity with God? whosoever therefore will be a friend of the world is the enemy of God.
Contradiction with 1 John 2:15
Advises against loving the world, conflicting with Romans 12:2's view of transforming one's mind while engaging with the world.
1 John 2:15: Love not the world, neither the things [that are] in the world. If any man love the world, the love of the Father is not in him.
Paradox #1
The potential contradiction in this verse could be the challenge of balancing transformation with individual freedom. The verse encourages changing one's mind and spirit to align with a specific set of beliefs, which might conflict with the idea of individual choice and the freedom to explore different viewpoints or lifestyles. Some might see the encouragement to conform to certain beliefs as limiting personal growth outside those beliefs.