Contradiction with Matthew 7:1
This verse advises against judging others, which seems consistent rather than contradictory to Romans 14:4's message about not judging another's servant.
Matthew 7:1: Judge not, that ye be not judged.
Contradiction with Matthew 18:15-17
These verses prescribe a process for addressing another's faults within the church, contrasting with Romans 14:4's emphasis on leaving judgment to God.
Matthew 18:15-17: Moreover if thy brother shall trespass against thee, go and tell him his fault between thee and him alone: if he shall hear thee, thou hast gained thy brother.
Contradiction with Galatians 6:1
This verse encourages believers to restore someone caught in sin gently, implying a form of judgment or correction, differing from Romans 14:4’s directive against judging another’s servant.
Galatians 6:1: Brethren, if a man be overtaken in a fault, ye which are spiritual, restore such an one in the spirit of meekness; considering thyself, lest thou also be tempted. [if: or, although]
Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 5:12-13
These verses discuss judging those within the church, implying that there is a place for judgment among believers, which seems at odds with Romans 14:4.
1 Corinthians 5:12-13: For what have I to do to judge them also that are without? do not ye judge them that are within?
Contradiction with James 5:19-20
This verse suggests actively bringing back those who have strayed, implying a judgment that something is wrong, conflicting with Romans 14:4's message against judging another's servant.
James 5:19-20: Brethren, if any of you do err from the truth, and one convert him;
Paradox #1
Romans 14:4 could be seen as conflicting with the tendency of people or religious communities to judge others' beliefs or practices. The verse implies that only God has the right to judge, whereas people often judge each other. This can create tension between the idea of divine judgment and human judgment.