Contradiction with James 4:7
While Mark 5:10 shows demons begging not to be sent away, James 4:7 states that resisting the devil will make him flee, suggesting power over demonic entities.
James 4:7: Submit yourselves therefore to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you.
Contradiction with 1 John 4:4
Mark 5:10 presents the demons showing fear, but 1 John 4:4 emphasizes that believers have overcome them, contradicting their perceived control.
1 John 4:4: Ye are of God, little children, and have overcome them: because greater is he that is in you, than he that is in the world.
Contradiction with Matthew 28:18
Mark 5:10 reveals the demons pleading with Jesus, whereas Matthew 28:18 asserts Jesus has full authority over everything, implying that He decides their fate without negotiation.
Matthew 28:18: And Jesus came and spake unto them, saying, All power is given unto me in heaven and in earth.
Contradiction with Luke 10:19
In Mark 5:10, demons seek permission, but Luke 10:19 empowers believers to tread upon serpents and scorpions, implying dominion over evil forces.
Luke 10:19: Behold, I give unto you power to tread on serpents and scorpions, and over all the power of the enemy: and nothing shall by any means hurt you.
Contradiction with Philippians 2:10
Mark 5:10 describes a plea to Jesus by demons, but Philippians 2:10 acknowledges that every knee will bow to Jesus, negating the need for demonic negotiations.
Philippians 2:10: That at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, of [things] in heaven, and [things] in earth, and [things] under the earth;