Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 7:20
This verse states that there is no just man on earth who does good and sins not, which contradicts the idea of a past state of foolishness or sinfulness in Titus 3:3 by implying a continual state.
Ecclesiastes 7:20: For [there is] not a just man upon earth, that doeth good, and sinneth not.
Contradiction with 1 John 1:8
This verse indicates that if we say we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, which can contradict the implication that the foolishness mentioned in Titus 3:3 is a past condition.
1 John 1:8: If we say that we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not in us.
Contradiction with Romans 3:23
This verse states all have sinned and come short of the glory of God, which reinforces rather than contradicts Titus 3:3; but the continual present tense might contradict finality of a past condition.
Romans 3:23: For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God;
Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 6:11
This verse discusses being washed and sanctified as a contrast to past sins, which contradicts the ongoing state of imperfection implied in Titus 3:3.
1 Corinthians 6:11: And such were some of you: but ye are washed, but ye are sanctified, but ye are justified in the name of the Lord Jesus, and by the Spirit of our God.
Paradox #1
The moral conflict in this verse could be seen in the acknowledgment of past wrongdoings and faults. The contradiction might arise when considering the idea of judging others for the same actions or behaviors that one has already been forgiven for. It highlights the tension between understanding personal growth and potentially judging others who are still in their past mistakes.