Contradictions and Paradoxes in Romans 1:15

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According to Paul, he is very excited and ready to share the good news about Jesus with the people in Rome. It's like when someone has a wonderful secret they can't wait to tell their friends.

Romans 1:15: So, as much as in me is, I am ready to preach the gospel to you that are at Rome also.

Contradiction with Matthew 7:6

This verse warns against giving holy things to those who might not respect them, suggesting a selective approach rather than a readiness to preach to all.

Matthew 7:6: Give not that which is holy unto the dogs, neither cast ye your pearls before swine, lest they trample them under their feet, and turn again and rend you.

Contradiction with 2 Corinthians 11:6

Paul describes himself as unskilled in speech, which could contradict the confidence implied in eagerly preaching the gospel.

2 Corinthians 11:6: But though [I be] rude in speech, yet not in knowledge; but we have been throughly made manifest among you in all things.

Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 2:1-4

Paul mentions coming not with excellency of speech or wisdom, potentially contradicting the readiness and eagerness by introducing a humble approach.

1 Corinthians 2:1-4: And I, brethren, when I came to you, came not with excellency of speech or of wisdom, declaring unto you the testimony of God.

Contradiction with John 7:1

Jesus chooses to walk in Galilee and avoid Judea to escape danger, which contrasts with an eagerness to face any audience with the gospel.

John 7:1: After these things Jesus walked in Galilee: for he would not walk in Jewry, because the Jews sought to kill him.

Contradiction with Matthew 10:5-6

Jesus initially instructs the disciples to avoid Gentile regions, indicating a selective message over the indiscriminate eagerness found in Romans 1:15.

Matthew 10:5-6: These twelve Jesus sent forth, and commanded them, saying, Go not into the way of the Gentiles, and into [any] city of the Samaritans enter ye not:

Contradiction with Jeremiah 1:6-7

Jeremiah's reluctance to speak God's word because of his youth is in contrast to Paul's readiness to preach.

Jeremiah 1:6-7: Then said I, Ah, Lord GOD! behold, I cannot speak: for I [am] a child.
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