Contradiction with Matthew 17:20
This verse states that even a small amount of faith, like a mustard seed, can move mountains, implying the power of even the slightest faith, while Luke 8:50 emphasizes not to fear but believe.
Matthew 17:20: And Jesus said unto them, Because of your unbelief: for verily I say unto you, If ye have faith as a grain of mustard seed, ye shall say unto this mountain, Remove hence to yonder place; and it shall remove; and nothing shall be impossible unto you.
Contradiction with James 1:6
This verse stresses the necessity of unwavering faith when asking for something, implying doubt leads to being "like a wave of the sea," contrary to Luke 8:50's straightforward call to just believe.
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 Mark 9:24
This verse captures a father's simultaneous belief and unbelief, asking for help with his unbelief, which contrasts with the unwavering belief Jesus instructs in Luke 8:50.
Mark 9:24: And straightway the father of the child cried out, and said with tears, Lord, I believe; help thou mine unbelief.
Contradiction with Matthew 14:31
Here, Jesus reproaches Peter for doubting after he began to sink while walking on water, highlighting a moment where fear seemed to counteract faith, contrasting with the assurance given in Luke 8:50.
Matthew 14:31: And immediately Jesus stretched forth [his] hand, and caught him, and said unto him, O thou of little faith, wherefore didst thou doubt?