Contradictions and Paradoxes in Romans 15:18

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Romans 15:18 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Romans 15:18. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Paul, he only wants to talk about the things Jesus has done through him to help people who are not Jewish listen to and follow Jesus in what they say and do. He doesn't want to talk about anything else because he believes those things are important.

Romans 15:18: For I will not dare to speak of any of those things which Christ hath not wrought by me, to make the Gentiles obedient, by word and deed,

Contradiction with Matthew 5:16

While Romans 15:18 emphasizes not boasting about personal deeds, Matthew 5:16 encourages letting one's light shine before others through good works.

Matthew 5:16: Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven.

Contradiction with John 3:21

This verse suggests believers should openly display their deeds as proof of their alignment with God, potentially contrasting with Romans 15:18's emphasis on not talking about one's own accomplishments.

John 3:21: But he that doeth truth cometh to the light, that his deeds may be made manifest, that they are wrought in God.

Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 9:16

Paul declares necessity and urgency in preaching the gospel, differing from Romans 15:18's view of not speaking about one's works.

1 Corinthians 9:16: For though I preach the gospel, I have nothing to glory of: for necessity is laid upon me; yea, woe is unto me, if I preach not the gospel!

Contradiction with 2 Corinthians 11:30

Paul acknowledges boasting in his weaknesses, which contrasts Romans 15:18 as it advises against boasting of work that Christ has done through him.

2 Corinthians 11:30: If I must needs glory, I will glory of the things which concern mine infirmities.

Contradiction with Galatians 6:14

Contradicts by encouraging boasting in the cross of Jesus Christ, showing a different perspective on boasting compared to Romans 15:18.

Galatians 6:14: But God forbid that I should glory, save in the cross of our Lord Jesus Christ, by whom the world is crucified unto me, and I unto the world. [by whom: or, whereby]
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