Contradiction with 1 John 4:7
This verse encourages love among believers, while Romans 1:29 lists behaviors like envy and deceit, which are contrary to love.
1 John 4:7: Beloved, let us love one another: for love is of God; and every one that loveth is born of God, and knoweth God. [is born: Gr. has been born]
Contradiction with Galatians 5:22
This verse describes the fruits of the Spirit, such as love, joy, peace, and kindness, which contrast with the negative behaviors listed in Romans 1:29.
Galatians 5:22: But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith,
Contradiction with Colossians 3:12-13
These verses advise believers to clothe themselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience, contradicting the malicious behaviors noted in Romans 1:29.
Colossians 3:12-13: Put on therefore, as the elect of God, holy and beloved, bowels of mercies, kindness, humbleness of mind, meekness, longsuffering;
Contradiction with Philippians 2:3
This verse advocates for humility and considering others better than oneself, contrasting with the pride and maliciousness in Romans 1:29.
Philippians 2:3: [Let] nothing [be done] through strife or vainglory; but in lowliness of mind let each esteem other better than themselves.
Contradiction with Ephesians 4:32
This verse encourages kindness, tenderheartedness, and forgiveness, which are opposed to the malicious behaviors listed in Romans 1:29.
Ephesians 4:32: And be ye kind one to another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, even as God for Christ's sake hath forgiven you.
Contradiction with Matthew 5:44
Jesus instructs to love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you, contradicting attitudes like malice and envy in Romans 1:29.
Matthew 5:44: But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you;
Contradiction with James 3:17
This verse describes wisdom from above as pure, peaceable, gentle, and full of mercy, opposing the deceit and malignity mentioned in Romans 1:29.
James 3:17: But the wisdom that is from above is first pure, then peaceable, gentle, [and] easy to be intreated, full of mercy and good fruits, without partiality, and without hypocrisy. [partiality: or, wrangling]
Paradox #1
Theological contradictions or inconsistencies often arise when verses are interpreted in ways that seem to conflict with other teachings or with understandings about the nature of God. In the case of Romans 1:29, some might argue that emphasizing a list of sins creates tension with the message of grace and forgiveness found elsewhere in the Bible. However, any perceived contradictions usually arise from different interpretations and contexts rather than the text itself. Overall, Romans 1:29 may be seen as part of a wider narrative emphasizing human need for redemption rather than conflicting with it.
Paradox #2
Romans 1:29 lists various negative human behaviors. A possible contradiction or conflict could arise if one interprets these behaviors as inherently sinful while recognizing that many people exhibit such behaviors at times, creating tension between religious teachings and human nature. This might lead to debates about judgment, forgiveness, and the potential for redemption.