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NASB | Romans 1:18 ¶ For the wrath of God is revealed from heaven against all ungodliness and unrighteousness of men who suppress the truth in unrighteousness, |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | Romans 1:18 ¶ For [God does not overlook sin and] the wrath of God is revealed from heaven against all ungodliness and unrighteousness of men who in their wickedness suppress and stifle the truth, |
Bible Question: Do 1 Corinthians 8:7;15:34 contradict what Romans 1:18-20 say about all men having knowledge of God, thus are without excuse? |
Bible Answer: Greetings, I can see where the apparent contradiction can be implied, but also the context shows more. 1 cor 8:7 is specifically referring to the practice of eating foods sacrificed to idols. Paul is acknowledging that there are some who don't see anything wrong with it, while others do have a problem with it and are weak in their faith as a result. Later on in the passage, verses 10-13, he says that if there is a practice which is a gray area like this one, but will cause a brother to stumble in his faith, then he will take that into consideration and make sure to support his fellow believer. As for 1 cor 15:34, again I don't see a contradiction. Romans 1 specifically identifies God's wrath, power, and attributes, as well as God's desire that Mankind acknowledge him. This is directed at their wickedness. Now, 1 Corinthians 15 is speaking specifically about the resurrection of Jesus Christ. So, the focus is different. While God's attributes, wrath, power, and expectation of obedience is revealed, the truths about Christ's resurrection and God's part in it remains a mystery to some. I think that is what Paul is referring to in 1 cor 15:34. Jalek |