Contradiction with James 1:6
This verse emphasizes that one should ask in faith without doubting, contrasting with Gideon's request for a sign due to his doubts.
James 1:6: But let him ask in faith, nothing wavering. For he that wavereth is like a wave of the sea driven with the wind and tossed.
Contradiction with Matthew 12:39
This verse indicates that seeking signs is characteristic of a wicked and adulterous generation, contradicting Gideon's request for a sign as a validation of God's will.
Matthew 12:39: But he answered and said unto them, An evil and adulterous generation seeketh after a sign; and there shall no sign be given to it, but the sign of the prophet Jonas:
Contradiction with Hebrews 11:1
This verse defines faith as being sure of what we hope for and certain of what we do not see, whereas Gideon required visible confirmation.
Hebrews 11:1: Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen. [substance: or, ground, or, confidence]
Contradiction with John 20:29
This verse praises those who believe without seeing, which contradicts Gideon's need for a tangible sign to believe God’s promise.
John 20:29: Jesus saith unto him, Thomas, because thou hast seen me, thou hast believed: blessed [are] they that have not seen, and [yet] have believed.
Contradiction with 2 Corinthians 5:7
This verse states that we live by faith, not by sight, which contradicts Gideon's reliance on a visible sign (the fleece) to confirm God's word.
2 Corinthians 5:7: (For we walk by faith, not by sight:)