Contradiction with John 4:48
Suggests that without signs and wonders people will not believe, contrasting the rejection of a sign-seeking attitude in Matthew 12:38.
John 4:48: Then said Jesus unto him, Except ye see signs and wonders, ye will not believe.
Contradiction with Acts 2:22
Highlights Jesus’ divine approval through miracles, wonders, and signs, whereas Matthew 12:38 depicts him denying a sign request.
Acts 2:22: Ye men of Israel, hear these words; Jesus of Nazareth, a man approved of God among you by miracles and wonders and signs, which God did by him in the midst of you, as ye yourselves also know:
Contradiction with John 20:30-31
States that Jesus performed many signs to encourage belief, whereas Matthew 12:38 shows Jesus dismissing the request for a sign.
John 20:30-31: And many other signs truly did Jesus in the presence of his disciples, which are not written in this book:
Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 1:22
Notes that Jews seek a sign, yet Matthew 12:38 is critical of this request for signs.
1 Corinthians 1:22: For the Jews require a sign, and the Greeks seek after wisdom:
Contradiction with Mark 16:17
Declares that signs will follow believers, while Matthew 12:38 critiqued a demand for them.
Mark 16:17: And these signs shall follow them that believe; In my name shall they cast out devils; they shall speak with new tongues;