Contradiction with Proverbs 3:7
Luke 15:18 emphasizes humility and repentance, while Proverbs 3:7 advises not relying on one's own understanding and suggests awe-based wisdom, which can be seen as contradictory to the independent act of returning to the father.
Proverbs 3:7: Be not wise in thine own eyes: fear the LORD, and depart from evil.
Contradiction with Galatians 6:5
Luke 15:18 speaks of returning to seek forgiveness, whereas Galatians 6:5 indicates individuals must bear their own burdens, seemingly opposing seeking forgiveness or help.
Galatians 6:5: For every man shall bear his own burden.
Contradiction with Ezekiel 18:20
Luke 15:18 involves recognizing one's sin and seeking forgiveness, while Ezekiel 18:20 states that each person is responsible for their own sin, implying that asking forgiveness isn't necessary since each bears their own guilt directly.
Ezekiel 18:20: The soul that sinneth, it shall die. The son shall not bear the iniquity of the father, neither shall the father bear the iniquity of the son: the righteousness of the righteous shall be upon him, and the wickedness of the wicked shall be upon him.
Contradiction with Matthew 6:14-15
Luke 15:18 shows a proactive return for forgiveness, whereas Matthew 6:14-15 suggests forgiveness is conditional on one's own forgiveness of others, highlighting a reciprocal dependency rather than unilateral repentance.
Matthew 6:14-15: For if ye forgive men their trespasses, your heavenly Father will also forgive you:
Contradiction with James 4:17
Luke 15:18 highlights the act of returning and admitting wrongdoing, contrasted with James 4:17 placing moral obligation on knowing and doing good, thus positioning sin as an omission rather than commission needing confession.
James 4:17: Therefore to him that knoweth to do good, and doeth [it] not, to him it is sin.
Contradiction with Psalm 51:16-17
Luke 15:18 focuses on returning for forgiveness, while Psalm 51:16-17 emphasizes that God desires a broken spirit rather than sacrifice or ritualized repentance, suggesting internal disposition over explicit action.
Psalm 51:16-17: For thou desirest not sacrifice; else would I give [it]: thou delightest not in burnt offering. [else...: or, that I should]
Contradiction with 1 John 3:9
Luke 15:18 involves admitting sinfulness, contradicting with 1 John 3:9, which asserts that whoever is born of God does not commit sin, thus negating the need for repentance as presented in Luke 15:18.
1 John 3:9: Whosoever is born of God doth not commit sin; for his seed remaineth in him: and he cannot sin, because he is born of God. [is born: or, has been born]