Contradiction with Proverbs 10:22
This verse states that the blessing of the Lord makes one rich without sorrow, while Luke 16:11 questions trustworthiness with unrighteous wealth.
Proverbs 10:22: The blessing of the LORD, it maketh rich, and he addeth no sorrow with it.
Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 5:19
This verse suggests that wealth is a gift from God to enjoy, which can contradict the notion in Luke 16:11 of wealth being unrighteous.
Ecclesiastes 5:19: Every man also to whom God hath given riches and wealth, and hath given him power to eat thereof, and to take his portion, and to rejoice in his labour; this [is] the gift of God.
Contradiction with Matthew 19:24
Jesus says it is hard for a rich man to enter the kingdom of heaven, contrasting the suggestion in Luke 16:11 about proving trustworthy with wealth.
Matthew 19:24: And again I say unto you, It is easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle, than for a rich man to enter into the kingdom of God.
Paradox #1
The contradiction or inconsistency in Luke 16:11 could be seen as the tension between valuing material wealth versus spiritual or true riches. People might wonder why financial responsibility is linked to spiritual trust, possibly implying that wealth management is as important as spiritual devotion. This can create a conflict for those who see material wealth and spirituality as separate or opposing values.