Contradiction with Mark 3:28-29
These verses reaffirm the statement in Matthew 12:31 about blasphemy against the Holy Spirit, aligning rather than contradicting.
Mark 3:28-29: Verily I say unto you, All sins shall be forgiven unto the sons of men, and blasphemies wherewith soever they shall blaspheme:
Contradiction with Hebrews 6:4-6
It suggests that those who have fallen away cannot be renewed to repentance, potentially conflicting with the forgiveness extended to all but one sin in Matthew 12:31.
Hebrews 6:4-6: For [it is] impossible for those who were once enlightened, and have tasted of the heavenly gift, and were made partakers of the Holy Ghost,
Contradiction with 1 John 1:9
Suggests that all confessed sins are forgiven, potentially including blasphemy against the Holy Spirit, which Matthew 12:31 claims is unforgivable.
1 John 1:9: If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us [our] sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.
Paradox #1
The concept of an unforgivable sin mentioned in this verse might seem inconsistent with the idea of God's infinite mercy and forgiveness. If God can forgive all sins, then having one sin that cannot be forgiven could appear contradictory to that understanding of divine forgiveness.
Paradox #2
One contradiction might relate to the idea of forgiveness in this verse when compared to other biblical teachings about forgiveness. This verse highlights an unforgivable sin, which contrasts with the general message that God's forgiveness is available for all sins if one truly repents. This could cause confusion or inconsistency about the nature and limits of divine forgiveness within Christian teachings.
Paradox #3
Matthew 12:31 mentions that most sins and blasphemies can be forgiven, but blasphemy against the Holy Spirit will not be. A contradiction or conflict could arise from the idea that an all-loving and forgiving God would have one unforgivable sin. This could seem inconsistent with the notion of boundless divine mercy and forgiveness.