Contradictions and Paradoxes in Titus 3:12

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Titus 3:12 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Titus 3:12. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Paul, he is planning to visit a place called Nicopolis for the winter and is sending someone named Artemas or Tychicus to help out. He asks his friend to come to Nicopolis quickly to be with him.

Titus 3:12: When I shall send Artemas unto thee, or Tychicus, be diligent to come unto me to Nicopolis: for I have determined there to winter.

Contradiction with Romans 12:13

While Titus 3:12 emphasizes bringing Zenas and Apollos on their journey diligently, Romans 12:13 emphasizes sharing with others and being hospitable, focusing more on laying one's efforts towards serving the saints.

Romans 12:13: Distributing to the necessity of saints; given to hospitality.

Contradiction with Luke 9:3

Jesus instructs His disciples to take nothing for their journey, contradicting the provision aspect of Titus 3:12 advising to diligently bring Zenas and Apollos on their journey.

Luke 9:3: And he said unto them, Take nothing for [your] journey, neither staves, nor scrip, neither bread, neither money; neither have two coats apiece.

Contradiction with Matthew 6:25

This verse advises not to worry about life and provision, contrary to the diligence required in Titus 3:12 for ensuring others' needs are met on a journey.

Matthew 6:25: Therefore I say unto you, Take no thought for your life, what ye shall eat, or what ye shall drink; nor yet for your body, what ye shall put on. Is not the life more than meat, and the body than raiment?

Contradiction with Philippians 4:19

Promises that God will supply all needs, which can be seen as a contradiction to the directive in Titus 3:12 for others to provide.

Philippians 4:19: But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus.

Contradiction with 1 Peter 5:7

Encourages casting all anxiety on God, contradicting the careful attention to detail and concern for ensuring provision in Titus 3:12.

1 Peter 5:7: Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you.

Contradiction with Matthew 10:14

Advises shaking dust off when rejected, contrasting the diligence and care mentioned in Titus 3:12 for successful provision and assistance.

Matthew 10:14: And whosoever shall not receive you, nor hear your words, when ye depart out of that house or city, shake off the dust of your feet.
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