Contradictions and Paradoxes in Romans 1:13

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Romans 1:13 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Romans 1:13. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Paul, he often wanted to visit his friends in Rome to share good things and learn from each other, just like he did with other people who weren't Jewish. But something always got in the way and kept him from coming.

Romans 1:13: Now I would not have you ignorant, brethren, that oftentimes I purposed to come unto you, (but was let hitherto,) that I might have some fruit among you also, even as among other Gentiles. [among: or, in]

Contradiction with Proverbs 16:9

This verse suggests that while people plan their way, it is the Lord who directs their steps, potentially contradicting the intent in Romans 1:13 where Paul expresses his personal planning efforts.

Proverbs 16:9: A man's heart deviseth his way: but the LORD directeth his steps.

Contradiction with James 4:13-15

These verses advise against boasting about future plans, suggesting that all planning should be contingent on the Lord's will, which could contradict Paul's stated intentions in Romans 1:13.

James 4:13-15: Go to now, ye that say, To day or to morrow we will go into such a city, and continue there a year, and buy and sell, and get gain:

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