Contradiction with James 2:24
James 2:24 emphasizes justification by works, contrasting with Romans 3:25's focus on faith.
James 2:24: Ye see then how that by works a man is justified, and not by faith only.
Contradiction with Galatians 2:16
Galatians 2:16 asserts that justification is not by works of the law but through faith, while Romans 3:25 highlights faith in Jesus' blood.
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 Hebrews 10:26
Hebrews 10:26 warns against willful sin after receiving knowledge of the truth, which contrasts with Romans 3:25's emphasis on the propitiation through faith in Jesus' blood.
Hebrews 10:26: For if we sin wilfully after that we have received the knowledge of the truth, there remaineth no more sacrifice for sins,
Contradiction with 1 John 1:7
1 John 1:7 emphasizes walking in the light for cleansing, contrasting with Romans 3:25's focus on Jesus' blood as propitiation through faith.
1 John 1:7: But if we walk in the light, as he is in the light, we have fellowship one with another, and the blood of Jesus Christ his Son cleanseth us from all sin.
Contradiction with Matthew 12:37
Matthew 12:37 emphasizes being justified by words, contrasting with Romans 3:25's emphasis on faith in Jesus' blood for justification.
Matthew 12:37: For by thy words thou shalt be justified, and by thy words thou shalt be condemned.
Paradox #1
One potential inconsistency with Romans 3:25 is the idea of God's justice versus His forgiveness. Some people might wonder how God can be just and still forgive sins. If God is just, it might seem like He should punish all wrongdoing without exception. However, the verse suggests that God forgives sins through faith in Jesus, which could seem like a contradiction to some who view justice as requiring punishment. This tension between justice and mercy is often discussed in theological contexts.
Paradox #2
One potential contradiction in Romans 3:25 could be the idea of justice. It might seem inconsistent that sins are forgiven through faith without individuals facing direct consequences for their actions, which could appear to undermine the principle of accountability. Some might see this as conflicting with the concept of fair justice.