Contradictions and Paradoxes in John 10:4

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According to John, Jesus is like a shepherd who leads his sheep, and the sheep follow him because they recognize his voice and know he cares for them. This means Jesus guides people who believe in him, and they listen to him because they trust him.

John 10:4: And when he putteth forth his own sheep, he goeth before them, and the sheep follow him: for they know his voice.

Contradiction with Matthew 7:21-23

Jesus says that not everyone who calls Him "Lord" will enter the kingdom of heaven, suggesting not all who follow Him truly know Him.

Matthew 7:21-23: 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 John 5:37-38

Jesus notes that many have not heard His voice or seen His form, indicating not all recognize or follow Him.

John 5:37-38: And the Father himself, which hath sent me, hath borne witness of me. Ye have neither heard his voice at any time, nor seen his shape.

Contradiction with Matthew 25:12

Jesus tells some who approached Him that He does not know them, implying not all followers are recognized by Him.

Matthew 25:12: But he answered and said, Verily I say unto you, I know you not.

Contradiction with John 7:28

Jesus questions people's understanding of His identity, suggesting not all truly follow or recognize Him.

John 7:28: Then cried Jesus in the temple as he taught, saying, Ye both know me, and ye know whence I am: and I am not come of myself, but he that sent me is true, whom ye know not.

Contradiction with Luke 13:23-27

Many will seek to enter the kingdom but won't be recognized by Jesus, indicating not all who hear Him follow in truth.

Luke 13:23-27: Then said one unto him, Lord, are there few that be saved? And he said unto them,
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