Contradiction with Matthew 24:36
This verse states that no one knows the day or hour of the coming of the Son of Man, contradicting the idea of being prepared for a specific event.
Matthew 24:36: But of that day and hour knoweth no [man], no, not the angels of heaven, but my Father only.
Contradiction with 1 Thessalonians 5:2
Emphasizes that the day of the Lord will come like a thief in the night, which may imply suddenness rather than preparedness.
1 Thessalonians 5:2: For yourselves know perfectly that the day of the Lord so cometh as a thief in the night.
Contradiction with 2 Peter 3:10
Similar to Thessalonians, it mentions the day of the Lord will come as a thief in the night, focusing on unexpectedness.
2 Peter 3:10: But the day of the Lord will come as a thief in the night; in the which the heavens shall pass away with a great noise, and the elements shall melt with fervent heat, the earth also and the works that are therein shall be burned up.
Contradiction with Mark 13:35-36
Advises to watch because you do not know when the time is, conflicting with an exact preparedness for a known event.
Mark 13:35-36: Watch ye therefore: for ye know not when the master of the house cometh, at even, or at midnight, or at the cockcrowing, or in the morning:
Contradiction with Revelation 16:15
Warns to keep watch and be clothed, as He will come as a thief, indicating an element of surprise.
Revelation 16:15: Behold, I come as a thief. Blessed [is] he that watcheth, and keepeth his garments, lest he walk naked, and they see his shame.
Paradox #1
The contradiction or conflict could be the idea of constantly being vigilant and prepared for something negative, like a thief breaking in, which might conflict with living in trust and peace. This focus on preparedness may seem at odds with having faith that everything will be okay without constant worry.