Contradiction with James 1:13
James states that God does not tempt anyone with evil, whereas Romans 7:13 suggests that the law, given by God, becomes an instrument of sin and death.
James 1:13: Let no man say when he is tempted, I am tempted of God: for God cannot be tempted with evil, neither tempteth he any man: [evil: or, evils]
Contradiction with 1 John 3:9
This verse says that whoever is born of God does not commit sin, contradicting the idea in Romans 7:13 that the law reveals and increases sin.
1 John 3:9: Whosoever is born of God doth not commit sin; for his seed remaineth in him: and he cannot sin, because he is born of God. [is born: or, has been born]
Contradiction with John 3:17
Here it mentions that God sent his Son not to condemn the world, but Romans 7:13 implies that the law functions to bring knowledge of sin and, by extension, condemnation.
John 3:17: For God sent not his Son into the world to condemn the world; but that the world through him might be saved.
Contradiction with Matthew 5:48
This verse calls for perfection like the Father in heaven, yet Romans 7:13 describes an inability to achieve righteousness due to sin through the law.
Matthew 5:48: Be ye therefore perfect, even as your Father which is in heaven is perfect.
Paradox #1
Romans 7:13 might seem confusing because it talks about the law and sin. Some people might think it's saying the law is bad because it makes people aware of sin. However, Paul is explaining that the law is good because it shows us what sin is, even though sin uses the law to lead to death. The conflict or confusion arises from misunderstanding the purpose of the law in relation to sin.