Contradiction with Ezekiel 18:20
Ezekiel 18:20 emphasizes individual responsibility for sin, while Matthew 10:15 implies communal judgment on cities.
Ezekiel 18:20: The soul that sinneth, it shall die. The son shall not bear the iniquity of the father, neither shall the father bear the iniquity of the son: the righteousness of the righteous shall be upon him, and the wickedness of the wicked shall be upon him.
Contradiction with John 3:17
John 3:17 states that Jesus came not to condemn the world, but to save it, contrasting with Matthew 10:15's pronouncement of judgment.
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 2 Peter 3:9
2 Peter 3:9 highlights God's patience and desire for all to come to repentance, whereas Matthew 10:15 suggests certain destruction for those who do not receive the message.
2 Peter 3:9: The Lord is not slack concerning his promise, as some men count slackness; but is longsuffering to us-ward, not willing that any should perish, but that all should come to repentance.
Contradiction with James 2:13
James 2:13 speaks of mercy triumphing over judgment, conflicting with Matthew 10:15's focus on judgment against non-receptive cities.
James 2:13: For he shall have judgment without mercy, that hath shewed no mercy; and mercy rejoiceth against judgment. [rejoiceth: or, glorieth]
Paradox #1
The contradiction or conflict in this verse could be the idea of severe judgment on people who do not welcome the message. Some might see this as conflicting with the broader message of forgiveness and love found in other parts of the Bible. It could be seen as inconsistent with the call to show compassion even to those who reject or oppose the message.