Contradictions and Paradoxes in Romans 8:6

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Romans 8:6 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Romans 8:6. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Paul, having thoughts only about wanting more toys and stuff leads to bad things, but thinking about being kind and good brings happiness and calm. It's like choosing to be a superhero with a big heart instead of a grumpy monster.

Romans 8:6: For to be carnally minded [is] death; but to be spiritually minded [is] life and peace. [to be carnally...: Gr. the minding of the flesh] [to be spiritually...: Gr. the minding of the Spirit]

Contradiction with Proverbs 14:30

Contradicts by valuing a sound heart over envy, aligning with peace as life, opposing fleshly desires.

Proverbs 14:30: A sound heart [is] the life of the flesh: but envy the rottenness of the bones.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:9

Contradicts by emphasizing the blessedness of peacemakers, linking peace with divine sonship, differing from the flesh's death.

Matthew 5:9: Blessed [are] the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God.

Contradiction with Galatians 5:16

Contradicts by advocating for walking in the Spirit to avoid fulfilling fleshly lusts, which are contrary.

Galatians 5:16: [This] I say then, Walk in the Spirit, and ye shall not fulfil the lust of the flesh. [ye...: or, fulfil not]

Contradiction with James 3:16

Contradicts by associating envy and self-seeking with confusion and evil, differing from the peace and life of the Spirit.

James 3:16: For where envying and strife [is], there [is] confusion and every evil work. [confusion: Gr. tumult, or, unquietness]
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