Contradictions and Paradoxes in Romans 1:11

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Romans 1:11 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Romans 1:11. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Paul, he really wants to visit his friends so he can give them a special blessing from God. This blessing will help them be strong and happy in their faith.

Romans 1:11: For I long to see you, that I may impart unto you some spiritual gift, to the end ye may be established;

Contradiction with Philippians 4:13

Romans 1:11 expresses Paul's desire to impart a spiritual gift, whereas Philippians 4:13 emphasizes that individuals can do all things through Christ, suggesting self-sufficiency rather than reliance on others for spiritual gifts.

Philippians 4:13: I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me.

Contradiction with James 1:5

Romans 1:11 implies needing an external gift to be established, while James 1:5 encourages individuals to ask God directly for wisdom, suggesting a direct relationship with God for gifts rather than receiving through another person.

James 1:5: If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, that giveth to all [men] liberally, and upbraideth not; and it shall be given him.

Contradiction with 1 John 2:27

Romans 1:11 speaks about imparting a spiritual gift for establishment, but 1 John 2:27 suggests believers have an anointing from God that teaches them all things, implying they do not need another to impart additional spiritual guidance.

1 John 2:27: But the anointing which ye have received of him abideth in you, and ye need not that any man teach you: but as the same anointing teacheth you of all things, and is truth, and is no lie, and even as it hath taught you, ye shall abide in him. [in him: or, in it]

Contradiction with Hebrews 8:10-11

Romans 1:11 involves Paul giving spiritual gifts to others, whereas Hebrews 8:10-11 notes that God's laws are put directly in people's minds, negating the need for intermediaries for teaching or spiritual gifts.

Hebrews 8:10-11: For this [is] the covenant that I will make with the house of Israel after those days, saith the Lord; I will put my laws into their mind, and write them in their hearts: and I will be to them a God, and they shall be to me a people: [put: Gr. give] [in: or, upon]
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