Contradiction with Matthew 24:24
It describes false prophets performing great signs and wonders, whereas Luke 21:8 warns against being deceived by those claiming, "I am Christ" without mentioning signs and wonders.
Matthew 24:24: For there shall arise false Christs, and false prophets, and shall shew great signs and wonders; insomuch that, if [it were] possible, they shall deceive the very elect.
Contradiction with John 10:11
Jesus describes himself as the good shepherd, contrasting with Luke 21:8 which warns against following others who claim his identity.
John 10:11: I am the good shepherd: the good shepherd giveth his life for the sheep.
Contradiction with Galatians 1:9
Paul warns against preaching a different gospel, highlighting consistency with the true gospel, while Luke 21:8 focuses on misleading claims about Christ's presence.
Galatians 1:9: As we said before, so say I now again, If any [man] preach any other gospel unto you than that ye have received, let him be accursed.
Contradiction with 1 John 4:1
It advises believers to test the spirits, suggesting some claims might be true, while Luke 21:8 suggests outright skepticism towards certain claims.
1 John 4:1: Beloved, believe not every spirit, but try the spirits whether they are of God: because many false prophets are gone out into the world.
Contradiction with 2 Thessalonians 2:3
It mentions a falling away and man of sin, which contrasts with the notion of many coming in his name as warned in Luke 21:8 without specifying a falling away event.
2 Thessalonians 2:3: Let no man deceive you by any means: for [that day shall not come], except there come a falling away first, and that man of sin be revealed, the son of perdition;
Contradiction with Revelation 13:14
Describes deception through miracles, contrasting with Luke 21:8 which simply warns against being deceived without mention of miracles.
Revelation 13:14: And deceiveth them that dwell on the earth by [the means of] those miracles which he had power to do in the sight of the beast; saying to them that dwell on the earth, that they should make an image to the beast, which had the wound by a sword, and did live.
Paradox #1
Luke 21:8 warns against being deceived by false prophets or people claiming to come in Jesus' name before the end times. A potential contradiction or conflict might arise if one considers the many different interpretations and teachings that have emerged within Christianity over the centuries. The challenge is determining who or what teachings are true and not misleading, especially when multiple groups claim the authority of Jesus or the Bible. This can lead to confusion or division among believers about the true message.