Contradiction with Matthew 10:35-36
Exodus 18:1 speaks of familial bonds being honored, while these verses mention division within families.
Matthew 10:35-36: For I am come to set a man at variance against his father, and the daughter against her mother, and the daughter in law against her mother in law.
Contradiction with Luke 12:51-53
Exodus 18:1 recounts family unity, but these verses talk about bringing division rather than peace.
Luke 12:51-53: Suppose ye that I am come to give peace on earth? I tell you, Nay; but rather division:
Contradiction with Matthew 19:29
Exodus 18:1 features a family reunion, whereas this verse speaks of leaving family for the sake of following Jesus.
Matthew 19:29: And every one that hath forsaken houses, or brethren, or sisters, or father, or mother, or wife, or children, or lands, for my name's sake, shall receive an hundredfold, and shall inherit everlasting life.
Contradiction with Mark 3:31-35
In Exodus 18:1, family connections are significant, but these verses suggest spiritual bonds are sometimes more important than blood relations.
Mark 3:31-35: There came then his brethren and his mother, and, standing without, sent unto him, calling him.
Contradiction with Luke 9:59-62
Exodus 18:1 emphasizes respect for family ties, while these verses highlight prioritizing commitments to Jesus over family duties.
Luke 9:59-62: And he said unto another, Follow me. But he said, Lord, suffer me first to go and bury my father.