Contradictions and Paradoxes in Matthew 17:16

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Matthew 17:16 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Matthew 17:16. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author Matthew, the disciples of Jesus could not heal a boy who was sick and needed help. This shows that sometimes people need more faith or understanding to do big things, and they might need Jesus' help.

Matthew 17:16: And I brought him to thy disciples, and they could not cure him.

Contradiction with Matthew 19:26

Matthew 17:16 suggests failure, while Matthew 19:26 states that with God, all things are possible, implying no failure.

Matthew 19:26: But Jesus beheld [them], and said unto them, With men this is impossible; but with God all things are possible.

Contradiction with Philippians 4:13

Matthew 17:16 shows inability, whereas Philippians 4:13 emphasizes strength through Christ that enables all things.

Philippians 4:13: I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me.

Contradiction with Mark 11:24

Matthew 17:16 reflects a lack of accomplishment, but Mark 11:24 assures that whatever you ask in prayer, believing, you shall receive.

Mark 11:24: Therefore I say unto you, What things soever ye desire, when ye pray, believe that ye receive [them], and ye shall have [them].

Contradiction with John 14:13-14

Matthew 17:16 indicates failure to achieve, while John 14:13-14 promises that whatever is asked in Jesus' name will be done.

John 14:13-14: And whatsoever ye shall ask in my name, that will I do, that the Father may be glorified in the Son.

Contradiction with Luke 1:37

Matthew 17:16 describes an inability, but Luke 1:37 affirms that nothing shall be impossible with God.

Luke 1:37: For with God nothing shall be impossible.
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