Contradictions and Paradoxes in John 11:37

Check out Contradictions Catalog of John 11:37 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts John 11:37. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book, John, some people wondered why Jesus, who could heal the blind, didn't stop their friend from dying. They were surprised and didn't understand why Jesus didn't save him if He had the power to do amazing things.

John 11:37: And some of them said, Could not this man, which opened the eyes of the blind, have caused that even this man should not have died?

Contradiction with Matthew 19:26

John 11:37 questions Jesus' ability, suggesting a limitation, whereas Matthew 19:26 states that with God, all things are possible, implying no limitations.

Matthew 19:26: But Jesus beheld [them], and said unto them, With men this is impossible; but with God all things are possible.

Contradiction with Luke 1:37

John 11:37 expresses doubt about Jesus' power to prevent death, while Luke 1:37 affirms that nothing is impossible with God, suggesting Jesus could have prevented it.

Luke 1:37: For with God nothing shall be impossible.

Contradiction with Philippians 4:13

John 11:37 doubts Jesus' power to prevent Lazarus' death, but Philippians 4:13 asserts that one can do all things through Christ, indicating limitless power.

Philippians 4:13: I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me.

Contradiction with Jeremiah 32:27

John 11:37 questions Jesus' power, yet Jeremiah 32:27 reminds that nothing is too hard for the Lord, contradicting any limitation.

Jeremiah 32:27: Behold, I [am] the LORD, the God of all flesh: is there any thing too hard for me?

Contradiction with Mark 5:36

John 11:37 shows doubt, but Mark 5:36 encourages belief in Jesus' power, contradicting the sentiment of doubt.

Mark 5:36: As soon as Jesus heard the word that was spoken, he saith unto the ruler of the synagogue, Be not afraid, only believe.

Contradiction with Luke 8:50

John 11:37 questions Jesus' ability to perform miracles, whereas Luke 8:50 encourages faith, asserting that Jesus' intervention can change outcomes.

Luke 8:50: But when Jesus heard [it], he answered him, saying, Fear not: believe only, and she shall be made whole.
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