Contradictions and Paradoxes in Romans 1:9

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Romans 1:9 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Romans 1:9. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Paul, he is saying that God knows he always prays for his friends. Paul serves God by sharing the good news about Jesus and keeps his friends in his prayers all the time.

Romans 1:9: For God is my witness, whom I serve with my spirit in the gospel of his Son, that without ceasing I make mention of you always in my prayers; [with: or, in]

Contradiction with Matthew 6:5

This verse teaches not to pray to be seen by others, whereas Romans 1:9 speaks about open mention of prayer.

Matthew 6:5: And when thou prayest, thou shalt not be as the hypocrites [are]: for they love to pray standing in the synagogues and in the corners of the streets, that they may be seen of men. Verily I say unto you, They have their reward.

Contradiction with Matthew 7:21

This verse implies that those who do the will of God, not just serve in spirit, will enter the kingdom of heaven, suggesting a more action-based faith.

Matthew 7:21: Not every one that saith unto me, Lord, Lord, shall enter into the kingdom of heaven; but he that doeth the will of my Father which is in heaven.

Contradiction with James 2:17

This verse suggests that faith without works is dead, while Romans 1:9 emphasizes serving with spirit.

James 2:17: Even so faith, if it hath not works, is dead, being alone. [alone: Gr. by itself]

Contradiction with 1 Samuel 16:7

This verse indicates that God looks at the heart, whereas Romans 1:9 seems to underscore serving in spirit in a way that might imply outward expressions.

1 Samuel 16:7: But the LORD said unto Samuel, Look not on his countenance, or on the height of his stature; because I have refused him: for [the LORD seeth] not as man seeth; for man looketh on the outward appearance, but the LORD looketh on the heart. [outward...: Heb. eyes]
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