Contradictions and Paradoxes in Romans 12:7

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Romans 12:7 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Romans 12:7. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Paul, if you like helping others, then focus on helping them, and if you're good at teaching, make sure to teach well. Everyone should do their special job the best they can.

Romans 12:7: Or ministry, [let us wait] on [our] ministering: or he that teacheth, on teaching;

Contradiction with James 1:22

This verse emphasizes being doers of the word, not just hearers, which could be seen as advocating a more active rather than a dedicated service approach in Romans 12:7.

James 1:22: But be ye doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving your own selves.

Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 14:33

Asserts that God is not the author of confusion, contrasting with the structured roles outlined in Romans 12, which might seem confusing to some.

1 Corinthians 14:33: For God is not [the author] of confusion, but of peace, as in all churches of the saints. [confusion: Gr. tumult, or, unquietness]

Contradiction with Matthew 6:1

Warns against performing duties to be seen by others, potentially contrasting with the clear delineation of roles and service in Romans 12:7.

Matthew 6:1: Take heed that ye do not your alms before men, to be seen of them: otherwise ye have no reward of your Father which is in heaven. [alms: or, righteousness] [of your: or, with your]

Contradiction with Colossians 3:23

Encourages doing all work heartily, as unto the Lord, suggesting a universal approach to service rather than distinct roles.

Colossians 3:23: And whatsoever ye do, do [it] heartily, as to the Lord, and not unto men;

Contradiction with James 2:17

Highlights faith without works is dead, which may seem to contradict the passive listening (ministering) part of Romans 12:7 without accompanying action.

James 2:17: Even so faith, if it hath not works, is dead, being alone. [alone: Gr. by itself]
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