Contradiction with Matthew 19:26
Mark 9:23 states "all things are possible to him that believeth", whereas Matthew 19:26 says "with men this is impossible; but with God all things are possible," suggesting that certain things are only possible with God, contradicting the universality of belief alone implied in Mark.
Matthew 19:26: But Jesus beheld [them], and said unto them, With men this is impossible; but with God all things are possible.
Contradiction with Luke 1:37
Mark 9:23 emphasizes belief enabling possibilities, while Luke 1:37 states "For with God nothing shall be impossible," implying divine intervention is the key to possibility, not belief alone.
Luke 1:37: For with God nothing shall be impossible.
Contradiction with 2 Corinthians 12:9
In Mark 9:23, belief is presented as the enabler of possibilities, while 2 Corinthians 12:9 focuses on sufficiency of grace and strength in weakness, potentially contradicting the notion that belief alone is enough to make all things possible.
2 Corinthians 12:9: And he said unto me, My grace is sufficient for thee: for my strength is made perfect in weakness. Most gladly therefore will I rather glory in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me.
Contradiction with Romans 7:18
Mark 9:23 suggests possibility through belief, but Romans 7:18 highlights human inability to perform good solely by will, suggesting contradiction in human capability despite belief.
Romans 7:18: For I know that in me (that is, in my flesh,) dwelleth no good thing: for to will is present with me; but [how] to perform that which is good I find not.
Paradox #1
Mark 9:23 talks about the power of belief and faith. A possible contradiction could arise when comparing this with situations where faithful people pray or believe strongly but don't receive what they ask for. This might seem inconsistent with the idea that belief alone can make anything possible, leading to questions about why some prayers appear unanswered despite strong faith.
Paradox #2
The possible contradiction in this verse could be the implication that belief alone can make anything possible. Scientifically, achieving certain outcomes typically requires specific actions, conditions, and natural laws to be met, not just belief. While a positive mindset can influence actions and outcomes, science generally relies on empirical evidence and reproducible results, which may not align with the idea that belief alone can lead to any outcome.
Paradox #3
The contradiction or conflict in Mark 9:23 could be seen in how the verse emphasizes belief in achieving anything, which might clash with situations where belief alone isn't sufficient to overcome real-world challenges. It might also conflict with teachings that suggest outcomes are determined by God's will rather than human belief, creating tension between personal faith and divine control.