Contradictions and Paradoxes in Matthew 11:24

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Matthew 11:24 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Matthew 11:24. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Matthew, Jesus is saying that it will be easier for the people of the city of Sodom on judgment day than for those who have seen His miracles but still don't believe in Him. Jesus wants people to understand the importance of believing in Him and His message.

Matthew 11:24: But I say unto you, That it shall be more tolerable for the land of Sodom in the day of judgment, than for thee.

Contradiction with Ezekiel 18:21

Contradicts as it affirms that if the wicked repent and follow God's statutes, they will live and not face judgment.

Ezekiel 18:21: But if the wicked will turn from all his sins that he hath committed, and keep all my statutes, and do that which is lawful and right, he shall surely live, he shall not die.

Contradiction with 2 Peter 3:9

Contradicts as it emphasizes God's patience, wishing for none to perish but for all to come to repentance.

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 Matthew 7:1

Contradicts by advising not to judge, implying judgment should not be anticipated or pronounced, unlike Matthew 11:24.

Matthew 7:1: Judge not, that ye be not judged.

Contradiction with James 2:13

Contradicts by highlighting that mercy triumphs over judgment, whereas Matthew 11:24 underscores inevitable judgment for some.

James 2:13: For he shall have judgment without mercy, that hath shewed no mercy; and mercy rejoiceth against judgment. [rejoiceth: or, glorieth]

Contradiction with John 3:17

Contradicts by noting that God sent His Son not to condemn the world but to save it, contrasting with the judgment implied in Matthew 11:24.

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 Romans 8:1

Contradicts by declaring there is no condemnation for those in Christ, conflicting with the specific cities' fate referenced in Matthew 11:24.

Romans 8:1: [There is] therefore now no condemnation to them which are in Christ Jesus, who walk not after the flesh, but after the Spirit.

Contradiction with Luke 6:37

Contradicts as it states to forgive and not judge, implying a potential avoidance of judgment unlike the certainty in Matthew 11:24.

Luke 6:37: Judge not, and ye shall not be judged: condemn not, and ye shall not be condemned: forgive, and ye shall be forgiven:
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