Contradiction with Matthew 10:37
This verse emphasizes loving Jesus more than family, suggesting potential conflict with the presence of Jesus’ family as a priority in Matthew 12:46.
Matthew 10:37: He that loveth father or mother more than me is not worthy of me: and he that loveth son or daughter more than me is not worthy of me.
Contradiction with Luke 14:26
Calls for hating one's family in comparison to the love for Jesus, contrasting with the scene of Jesus’ family seeking him.
Luke 14:26: If any [man] come to me, and hate not his father, and mother, and wife, and children, and brethren, and sisters, yea, and his own life also, he cannot be my disciple.
Contradiction with John 19:26-27
Jesus shows concern and consideration for his mother, which could contrast with him seemingly dismissing his family in Matthew 12:46.
John 19:26-27: When Jesus therefore saw his mother, and the disciple standing by, whom he loved, he saith unto his mother, Woman, behold thy son!
Contradiction with Mark 3:21
Indicates that Jesus' family thought he was out of his mind, which contradicts with the implication of his family's care and concern in Matthew 12:46.
Mark 3:21: And when his friends heard [of it], they went out to lay hold on him: for they said, He is beside himself. [friends: or, kinsmen]