Contradiction with James 2:24
James 2:24 states "Ye see then how that by works a man is justified, and not by faith only." This contradicts Romans 6:15, which emphasizes grace over works.
James 2:24: Ye see then how that by works a man is justified, and not by faith only.
Contradiction with Galatians 5:18
This verse says "But if ye be led of the Spirit, ye are not under the law." which seems to oppose Romans 6:15 by suggesting that being under grace means not following the law.
Galatians 5:18: But if ye be led of the Spirit, ye are not under the law.
Contradiction with Hebrews 10:26
Hebrews 10:26 mentions the consequences of willfully sinning after knowing the truth, presenting a stricter view than the grace-focused message of Romans 6:15.
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 5:17
In Matthew 5:17, Jesus says he has not come to abolish the law, which appears to contradict the idea in Romans 6:15 that grace allows freedom from the law.
Matthew 5:17: Think not that I am come to destroy the law, or the prophets: I am not come to destroy, but to fulfil.
Paradox #1
Some people might see a contradiction in the idea that grace allows freedom from sin while also encouraging holy living. It could seem confusing that being under grace and not law means you can avoid sin, yet you're still expected to avoid sin out of love and respect. This can seem like conflicting messages about freedom and rules.
Paradox #2
Some people might see a contradiction between the idea of not being under the law but still not sinning, which can seem confusing. They might wonder how people can follow rules if they're not under them. But this verse emphasizes moral responsibility even with grace, which some see as a complex balance.
Paradox #3
Some people might see a contradiction with this verse and the idea that Christians are free from the law, yet still expected to follow moral guidelines. This could cause confusion about the relationship between grace and moral behavior.
Paradox #4
The contradiction or conflict in Romans 6:15 is that it suggests believers can feel free to break laws because they are under grace, not law. This might seem to excuse wrongdoing and undermine the importance of moral behavior, creating tension between freedom and responsibility.