Contradiction with Matthew 7:7
This verse says, "Ask, and it shall be given you," indicating that God hears and answers prayer, possibly contradicting the notion that God does not hear sinners.
Matthew 7:7: Ask, and it shall be given you; seek, and ye shall find; knock, and it shall be opened unto you:
Contradiction with Romans 3:23
It states, "For all have sinned," suggesting that if God doesn't hear sinners, He wouldn't hear anyone, conflicting with the idea presented in John 9:31.
Romans 3:23: For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God;
Contradiction with Luke 18:13-14
This passage describes a sinner (the publican) who prays for mercy and is justified, suggesting God does hear sinners, contrary to John 9:31.
Luke 18:13-14: And the publican, standing afar off, would not lift up so much as [his] eyes unto heaven, but smote upon his breast, saying, God be merciful to me a sinner.
Contradiction with James 4:8
States "Draw nigh to God, and he will draw nigh to you," which implies God is receptive to all who seek Him, regardless of their sinfulness.
James 4:8: Draw nigh to God, and he will draw nigh to you. Cleanse [your] hands, [ye] sinners; and purify [your] hearts, [ye] double minded.
Contradiction with Psalm 145:18
This verse asserts, "The LORD is nigh unto all them that call upon him," indicating that God's presence is with those who call on Him, regardless of being sinners or not.
Psalm 145:18: The LORD [is] nigh unto all them that call upon him, to all that call upon him in truth.
Contradiction with Romans 10:13
States, "For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved," implying that God hears anyone who calls on Him, including sinners.
Romans 10:13: For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved.
Paradox #1
John 9:31 suggests that God does not listen to sinners but listens to those who do His will. The potential contradiction here is with the belief that God hears all prayers and offers grace to everyone, including sinners. Some people might find it inconsistent with the message of God's universal love and willingness to forgive and listen to anyone who turns to Him.
Paradox #2
Some people see a contradiction in this verse when compared to other parts of the Bible that suggest God hears the prayers of everyone, including sinners, who seek Him sincerely. This can seem inconsistent with the idea in this verse that God does not listen to sinners. This raises questions about whether and how God responds to different people's prayers.
Paradox #3
Some people might see a contradiction in that the verse suggests that God does not listen to sinners, which could conflict with the idea that God is all-knowing and listens to everyone. From a scientific perspective, this doesn't align with the idea of an impartial and universally accessible force of nature. Science does not support the concept of a deity that intervenes in human affairs based on moral standing.
Paradox #4
The contradiction or inconsistency in John 9:31 could be seen in the idea that God does not listen to sinners, but only to those who do His will. This might conflict with the concept of divine forgiveness and mercy, where God is often portrayed as willing to listen and respond to the sincere prayers of all individuals, including sinners seeking repentance. This could suggest an inconsistency in how God's relationship with sinners is understood.