Contradictions and Paradoxes in Romans 15:17

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Romans 15:17 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Romans 15:17. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Paul, Christians can be happy and proud about doing God's work because Jesus helps them. It's like having a special job to do for God and Jesus gives them the strength to do it well.

Romans 15:17: I have therefore whereof I may glory through Jesus Christ in those things which pertain to God.

Contradiction with Isaiah 42:8

This verse states that God will not give His glory to another, which contrasts with Paul’s boasting in Romans 15:17.

Isaiah 42:8: I [am] the LORD: that [is] my name: and my glory will I not give to another, neither my praise to graven images.

Contradiction with Proverbs 27:2

This verse advises letting another praise you and not your own mouth, in contrast to Paul claiming he can boast in Jesus Christ.

Proverbs 27:2: Let another man praise thee, and not thine own mouth; a stranger, and not thine own lips.

Contradiction with Jeremiah 9:23-24

These verses instruct not to boast in wisdom, might or riches, which contradicts the principle of boasting in Romans 15:17.

Jeremiah 9:23-24: Thus saith the LORD, Let not the wise [man] glory in his wisdom, neither let the mighty [man] glory in his might, let not the rich [man] glory in his riches:

Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 1:29

This verse emphasizes that no flesh should glory in God's presence, contradicting the idea of boasting.

1 Corinthians 1:29: That no flesh should glory in his presence.

Contradiction with Matthew 6:2

Jesus warns against doing works to be seen by others, which can contrast with the concept of boasting in accomplishments.

Matthew 6:2: Therefore when thou doest [thine] alms, do not sound a trumpet before thee, as the hypocrites do in the synagogues and in the streets, that they may have glory of men. Verily I say unto you, They have their reward. [do not...: or, cause not a trumpet to be sounded]
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