Contradiction with Matthew 7:13-14
These verses discuss the narrow way to life and the broad way to destruction, implying that not all will be justified, contradicting the universal justification suggested in Romans 5:18.
Matthew 7:13-14: Enter ye in at the strait gate: for wide [is] the gate, and broad [is] the way, that leadeth to destruction, and many there be which go in thereat: [strait: or, narrow]
Contradiction with Matthew 25:46
This verse speaks of eternal punishment and eternal life, indicating a division in destiny that contradicts the universal outcome suggested in Romans 5:18.
Matthew 25:46: And these shall go away into everlasting punishment: but the righteous into life eternal.
Contradiction with John 3:18
States that those who do not believe are condemned already, contradicting the universal justification in Romans 5:18.
John 3:18: He that believeth on him is not condemned: but he that believeth not is condemned already, because he hath not believed in the name of the only begotten Son of God.
Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 6:9-10
Lists those who will not inherit the kingdom of God, which contradicts the idea of universal justification implied in Romans 5:18.
1 Corinthians 6:9-10: Know ye not that the unrighteous shall not inherit the kingdom of God? Be not deceived: neither fornicators, nor idolaters, nor adulterers, nor effeminate, nor abusers of themselves with mankind,
Contradiction with 2 Thessalonians 1:9
Speaks of punishment and everlasting destruction, contradicting the idea of universal justification in Romans 5:18.
2 Thessalonians 1:9: Who shall be punished with everlasting destruction from the presence of the Lord, and from the glory of his power;
Contradiction with Revelation 20:15
States that anyone not found in the book of life is cast into the lake of fire, contradicting universal justification referenced in Romans 5:18.
Revelation 20:15: And whosoever was not found written in the book of life was cast into the lake of fire.
Paradox #1
Some people notice a contradiction between Romans 5:18 and other parts of the Bible because it seems to suggest that all people are justified or made righteous through Jesus. However, other verses indicate that only those who have faith in Jesus are saved. This creates a tension between universal salvation and salvation through faith.
Paradox #2
Some people see a contradiction in Romans 5:18 when compared to other parts of the Bible that discuss salvation. Romans 5:18 speaks about justification and life for all people, which might seem to contradict other verses that emphasize the need for individual faith and belief in Jesus for salvation. These varying interpretations have led to debates about whether salvation is universal or conditional based on personal faith.
Paradox #3
One possible contradiction in this verse could relate to the fairness of punishment and reward. The idea that all people can be condemned or justified based on the actions of one person might seem inconsistent with the concept of individual responsibility. People may question the justice of suffering consequences or gaining benefits due solely to someone else's actions.