Contradiction with Galatians 3:28
Suggests equality among all in Christ, contrasting the idea of one serving another.
Galatians 3:28: There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither bond nor free, there is neither male nor female: for ye are all one in Christ Jesus.
Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 14:33
States God is not the author of confusion, opposing the selection-based confusion in Romans 9:12.
1 Corinthians 14:33: For God is not [the author] of confusion, but of peace, as in all churches of the saints. [confusion: Gr. tumult, or, unquietness]
Contradiction with Matthew 7:12
The golden rule, treating others how you want to be treated, contradicts imposed servitude.
Matthew 7:12: Therefore all things whatsoever ye would that men should do to you, do ye even so to them: for this is the law and the prophets.
Contradiction with John 3:16
Emphasizes God's love for all, conflicting with selective favor in Romans 9:12.
John 3:16: For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.
Contradiction with Acts 10:34-35
God shows no partiality, contradicting election in Romans 9:12.
Acts 10:34-35: Then Peter opened [his] mouth, and said, Of a truth I perceive that God is no respecter of persons:
Contradiction with 2 Peter 3:9
God's desire for all to come to repentance suggests non-selective grace.
2 Peter 3:9: The Lord is not slack concerning his promise, as some men count slackness; but is longsuffering to us-ward, not willing that any should perish, but that all should come to repentance.
Contradiction with James 2:1
Advises against favoritism, contradicting the election concept in Romans 9:12.
James 2:1: My brethren, have not the faith of our Lord Jesus Christ, [the Lord] of glory, with respect of persons.
Paradox #1
Romans 9:12 could be seen as morally conflicting because it touches on the topic of God choosing one person or nation over another, which some people might feel contradicts the idea of fairness or justice. This preference might seem inconsistent with the belief that everyone should be treated equally or have the same opportunities. This could lead to questions about free will and whether certain outcomes are predetermined.