Contradiction with James 4:17
While John 5:6 describes Jesus asking a man if he wants to be healed, implying readiness for action, James 4:17 warns against knowing the right thing to do and failing to do it, highlighting a moral duty that contrasts with Jesus’ approach of inquiry.
James 4:17: Therefore to him that knoweth to do good, and doeth [it] not, to him it is sin.
Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 3:1-8
John 5:6 shows Jesus questioning a man's desire to be healed at a specific moment, but Ecclesiastes 3:1-8 suggests that there is a predetermined time for every activity, possibly contradicting the immediate opportunity offered.
Ecclesiastes 3:1-8: To every [thing there is] a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven:
Contradiction with Mark 10:52
In John 5:6, Jesus questions if the man wants to be healed, implying choice, whereas in Mark 10:52, Jesus heals Bartimaeus immediately upon his request, suggesting action without question.
Mark 10:52: And Jesus said unto him, Go thy way; thy faith hath made thee whole. And immediately he received his sight, and followed Jesus in the way. [made...: or, saved thee]
Contradiction with Proverbs 3:5-6
Jesus asks the man if he wants to be healed, implying reliance on personal desire, while Proverbs 3:5-6 advises trusting God’s understanding over personal choice, which can be seen as contradictory.
Proverbs 3:5-6: Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.
Contradiction with Romans 8:28
John 5:6 focuses on the man's decision to be healed; Romans 8:28 emphasizes that all things work together for good according to God's purpose, potentially contradicting the immediacy and personal agency in the healing situation.
Romans 8:28: And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to [his] purpose.
Paradox #1
The contradiction or inconsistency might be seen in the question of why Jesus asked if the man wanted to be healed when it seems obvious that he would. Some might find it strange or unnecessary for Jesus to ask, suggesting a potential conflict in understanding divine knowledge or compassion.