Contradictions and Paradoxes in Romans 4:18

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Romans 4:18 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Romans 4:18. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Paul, even when things seemed impossible, Abraham still believed God’s promise that he would become the father of many nations. This shows us that trusting God, even when it seems unlikely, can lead to amazing things.

Romans 4:18: Who against hope believed in hope, that he might become the father of many nations, according to that which was spoken, So shall thy seed be.

Contradiction with Hebrews 11:1

Whereas Romans 4:18 suggests belief against hope, Hebrews 11:1 defines faith as having substance and evidence, implying nothing against hope.

Hebrews 11:1: Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen. [substance: or, ground, or, confidence]

Contradiction with James 1:6

This verse advises asking in faith without doubting, which can contradict the idea of hope against hope in Romans 4:18, indicating a steadier assurance.

James 1:6: But let him ask in faith, nothing wavering. For he that wavereth is like a wave of the sea driven with the wind and tossed.

Contradiction with Matthew 17:20

Here, faith as small as a mustard seed is described as capable of moving mountains, suggesting a firm, actionable belief rather than belief against hope.

Matthew 17:20: And Jesus said unto them, Because of your unbelief: for verily I say unto you, If ye have faith as a grain of mustard seed, ye shall say unto this mountain, Remove hence to yonder place; and it shall remove; and nothing shall be impossible unto you.

Contradiction with Mark 9:24

This verse acknowledges belief mixed with unbelief, contrasting with Romans 4:18’s notion of a stronger belief contrary to hope.

Mark 9:24: And straightway the father of the child cried out, and said with tears, Lord, I believe; help thou mine unbelief.
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