Contradiction with James 1:13-14
These verses suggest that God does not tempt anyone, contradicting the idea that the law causes sin.
James 1:13-14: 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 Corinthians 10:13
This verse implies that we can escape temptation, whereas Romans 7:8 suggests that sin takes advantage through the law.
1 Corinthians 10:13: There hath no temptation taken you but such as is common to man: but God [is] faithful, who will not suffer you to be tempted above that ye are able; but will with the temptation also make a way to escape, that ye may be able to bear [it]. [common...: or, moderate]
Contradiction with Galatians 5:16-17
Here, living by the Spirit is said to overcome sinful nature, which contrasts with the idea in Romans 7:8 that sin is empowered by the law.
Galatians 5:16-17: [This] I say then, Walk in the Spirit, and ye shall not fulfil the lust of the flesh. [ye...: or, fulfil not]
Contradiction with 1 John 3:9
This verse claims that those born of God do not continue in sin, unlike Romans 7:8 which discusses sin dwelling in people.
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]
Paradox #1
Romans 7:8 discusses how sin uses laws or rules to create desires for forbidden things. A possible contradiction here is the idea that the rules meant to guide good behavior might actually lead to more temptation and wrongdoing. This can seem inconsistent because laws are supposed to prevent bad actions, not encourage them.