Contradiction with Matthew 28:20
Contradicts by promising continuous presence, unlike John 16:16, where Jesus speaks of leaving.
Matthew 28:20: Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you: and, lo, I am with you alway, [even] unto the end of the world. Amen.
Contradiction with Acts 1:9
Jesus ascends to heaven visibly, which contrasts with John 16:16's less explicit leaving and returning.
Acts 1:9: And when he had spoken these things, while they beheld, he was taken up; and a cloud received him out of their sight.
Contradiction with John 14:18
Promises not to leave believers comfortless, conflicting with the idea of leaving in John 16:16.
John 14:18: I will not leave you comfortless: I will come to you. [comfortless: or, orphans]
Contradiction with Hebrews 13:5
States God will never leave nor forsake, differing from the temporary separation implied in John 16:16.
Hebrews 13:5: [Let your] conversation [be] without covetousness; [and be] content with such things as ye have: for he hath said, I will never leave thee, nor forsake thee.
Contradiction with Matthew 26:11
Mentions Jesus will not always be physically present, aligning with but extending beyond John 16:16's brief absence.
Matthew 26:11: For ye have the poor always with you; but me ye have not always.