Contradictions and Paradoxes in Romans 5:21

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Romans 5:21 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Romans 5:21. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Paul, sin used to be in charge and led to death, but now grace, which is God's love and forgiveness, is in charge and gives us life forever with Jesus. He says that because of Jesus, we get something very special - a happy life that never ends.

Romans 5:21: That as sin hath reigned unto death, even so might grace reign through righteousness unto eternal life by Jesus Christ our Lord.

Contradiction with Galatians 2:21

This verse suggests that righteousness comes through the law, potentially contradicting the grace-centered message of Romans 5:21.

Galatians 2:21: I do not frustrate the grace of God: for if righteousness [come] by the law, then Christ is dead in vain.

Contradiction with James 2:24

This verse emphasizes justification by works, which may oppose the grace and reign through righteousness message in Romans 5:21.

James 2:24: Ye see then how that by works a man is justified, and not by faith only.

Contradiction with Hebrews 10:26

It implies that deliberate sin after receiving the truth nullifies grace, which contrasts with the ongoing reign of grace in Romans 5:21.

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 Matthew 7:21

Suggests that only those doing the Father’s will enter the kingdom, which might contradict the grace-based reign in Romans 5:21.

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 Matthew 19:17

Stresses keeping commandments for entering life, which may seem to counter the grace and righteousness perspective of Romans 5:21.

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.

Paradox #1

The contradiction in Romans 5:21 could be seen in the idea that while grace and eternal life are freely given through one act of righteousness, people might question the fairness of punishment or consequences for wrong actions if grace is abundantly provided. This can lead to inconsistency in understanding justice and accountability.

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