Contradiction with Matthew 5:14-16
These verses encourage believers to let their light shine before others, in contrast to sealing and hiding teachings.
Matthew 5:14-16: Ye are the light of the world. A city that is set on an hill cannot be hid.
Contradiction with Matthew 10:27
Jesus instructs to speak and proclaim openly what is told in secret, opposing the notion of sealing instruction.
Matthew 10:27: What I tell you in darkness, [that] speak ye in light: and what ye hear in the ear, [that] preach ye upon the housetops.
Contradiction with Mark 16:15
This verse commands to preach the gospel to every creature, contradicting the idea of sealing teachings among disciples.
Mark 16:15: And he said unto them, Go ye into all the world, and preach the gospel to every creature.
Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 1:17-18
Paul emphasizes preaching the gospel plainly, contrasting with the concept of binding up or hiding instruction.
1 Corinthians 1:17-18: For Christ sent me not to baptize, but to preach the gospel: not with wisdom of words, lest the cross of Christ should be made of none effect. [words: or, speech]
Contradiction with 2 Timothy 4:2
Paul exhorts to preach the word at all times, opposing the notion of sealing or withholding instruction.
2 Timothy 4:2: Preach the word; be instant in season, out of season; reprove, rebuke, exhort with all longsuffering and doctrine.