Contradiction with Mark 13:33
This verse urges watchfulness and prayer, which contrasts with Peter's following at a distance and potential lack of vigilance.
Mark 13:33: Take ye heed, watch and pray: for ye know not when the time is.
Contradiction with Matthew 16:24
Jesus instructs His followers to take up their cross and follow Him, which contradicts Peter’s hesitant following.
Matthew 16:24: Then said Jesus unto his disciples, If any [man] will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross, and follow me.
Contradiction with Luke 14:27
Similar to Matthew 16:24, it stresses the cost of discipleship, differing from Peter’s cautious distance.
Luke 14:27: And whosoever doth not bear his cross, and come after me, cannot be my disciple.
Contradiction with John 13:37-38
Peter claims he will lay down his life for Jesus, contradicting his later actions of following Jesus from afar.
John 13:37-38: Peter said unto him, Lord, why cannot I follow thee now? I will lay down my life for thy sake.
Contradiction with Matthew 26:35
Peter boldly declares he will never deny Jesus, contrasting with his distant following and eventual denial.
Matthew 26:35: Peter said unto him, Though I should die with thee, yet will I not deny thee. Likewise also said all the disciples.