Contradiction with Matthew 10:32-33
These verses affirm that acknowledging Jesus before others leads to being acknowledged by Him before God, similar to Luke 9:26, thereby not a contradiction.
Matthew 10:32-33: Whosoever therefore shall confess me before men, him will I confess also before my Father which is in heaven.
Contradiction with Romans 10:11
States that believers will not be ashamed, suggesting that shame in Luke 9:26 for denying Christ might not happen to true believers.
Romans 10:11: For the scripture saith, Whosoever believeth on him shall not be ashamed.
Contradiction with John 3:17
Emphasizes that God sent His son to save the world, not to condemn it, which can be seen as contradicting the notion of shame and condemnation in Luke 9:26.
John 3:17: For God sent not his Son into the world to condemn the world; but that the world through him might be saved.
Contradiction with 1 John 4:18
Says there is no fear in love but perfect love casts out fear because fear involves torment, which contradicts the idea of being ashamed or fearful of Jesus' words in Luke 9:26.
1 John 4:18: There is no fear in love; but perfect love casteth out fear: because fear hath torment. He that feareth is not made perfect in love.
Paradox #1
The potential contradiction or conflict in Luke 9:26 could be that it emphasizes not being ashamed of one's beliefs, yet in some situations, expressing one's faith openly might lead to social ostracism or conflict, which might seem at odds with teachings of love, acceptance, and harmony. This can create tension between standing firm in one's beliefs and maintaining peaceful relations with others.