Contradiction with James 2:24
This verse states that a person is justified by works and not by faith only, which contradicts the notion in Romans 3:22 that righteousness is through faith in Jesus Christ.
James 2:24: Ye see then how that by works a man is justified, and not by faith only.
Contradiction with Romans 2:13
It emphasizes that not hearers of the law but doers of the law shall be justified, contrasting with the emphasis on faith in Romans 3:22.
Romans 2:13: (For not the hearers of the law [are] just before God, but the doers of the law shall be justified.
Contradiction with Matthew 19:17
Jesus emphasizes keeping the commandments to enter into life, implying an importance of works which contrasts with the faith-based righteousness in Romans 3:22.
Matthew 19:17: And he said unto him, Why callest thou me good? [there is] none good but one, [that is], God: but if thou wilt enter into life, keep the commandments.
Contradiction with Galatians 2:16
Though it highlights faith in Christ, it also states that a man is not justified by the works of the law, which could be seen as less contradictory but offers nuanced tension in interpretation with Romans 3:22.
Galatians 2:16: Knowing that a man is not justified by the works of the law, but by the faith of Jesus Christ, even we have believed in Jesus Christ, that we might be justified by the faith of Christ, and not by the works of the law: for by the works of the law shall no flesh be justified.
Contradiction with 1 John 3:7
It states that "he that doeth righteousness is righteous," suggesting actions are what make one righteous, in contrast to the focus on faith in Romans 3:22.
1 John 3:7: Little children, let no man deceive you: he that doeth righteousness is righteous, even as he is righteous.
Contradiction with Philippians 2:12
Encourages working out your own salvation with fear and trembling, suggesting a role for personal effort in contrast to the faith-centered righteousness in Romans 3:22.
Philippians 2:12: Wherefore, my beloved, as ye have always obeyed, not as in my presence only, but now much more in my absence, work out your own salvation with fear and trembling.
Paradox #1
One potential theological conflict with Romans 3:22 could be the balance between faith and works. Some might see a contradiction between being justified by faith, as suggested in this verse, and other passages emphasizing deeds or adherence to the law for righteous living. This tension arises in discussions about what role, if any, good works play in salvation.