Contradiction with John 5:31
In John 5:31, Jesus states, "If I bear witness of myself, my witness is not true." This challenges the idea of the testimony being confirmed in believers by suggesting that a self-testimony lacks validity.
John 5:31: If I bear witness of myself, my witness is not true.
Contradiction with Matthew 7:21
This verse emphasizes that not everyone who claims association with Christ will enter the kingdom of heaven, implying that claiming the testimony of Christ might not be enough.
Matthew 7:21: Not every one that saith unto me, Lord, Lord, shall enter into the kingdom of heaven; but he that doeth the will of my Father which is in heaven.
Contradiction with Matthew 24:24
Warns about false prophets and false testimonies, suggesting that not all religious confirmation is true.
Matthew 24:24: For there shall arise false Christs, and false prophets, and shall shew great signs and wonders; insomuch that, if [it were] possible, they shall deceive the very elect.
Contradiction with Galatians 1:6-7
Paul expresses concern about others being quickly removed from the gospel, which questions the permanence of any confirmed testimony.
Galatians 1:6-7: I marvel that ye are so soon removed from him that called you into the grace of Christ unto another gospel: