Contradiction with Romans 10:9
This verse suggests that confessing Jesus with the mouth and believing in the heart leads to salvation, yet it implies that confession is part of a larger process involving belief, not solely guaranteeing acknowledgment from Jesus, potentially conflicting with the idea of mere confession leading to acknowledgment in heaven.
Romans 10:9: That if thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus, and shalt believe in thine heart that God hath raised him from the dead, thou shalt be saved.
Contradiction with Matthew 7:21
This verse states that not everyone who calls Jesus "Lord" will enter the kingdom of heaven, implying that verbal acknowledgment alone is insufficient without doing the will of the Father, which contrasts with the idea of being acknowledged by Jesus in heaven just by confessing Him.
Matthew 7:21: Not every one that saith unto me, Lord, Lord, shall enter into the kingdom of heaven; but he that doeth the will of my Father which is in heaven.
Paradox #1
One possible contradiction with Matthew 10:32 could arise when considering the concept of salvation through faith alone, as emphasized in other parts of the New Testament, such as in Ephesians 2:8-9. If Matthew 10:32 implies that acknowledging Jesus before others is a requirement for being acknowledged before God, it might seem inconsistent with the idea that salvation is a gift of grace not based on works or specific actions. This tension could cause confusion about whether faith alone is sufficient for salvation or if public confession is also necessary.
Paradox #2
Some might see a contradiction in this verse when compared to teachings about humility. It emphasizes public acknowledgment, which could conflict with being humble and modest about one's faith. This might seem inconsistent with the idea of private devotion.