Contradiction with 1 Thessalonians 5:2-3
This verse states that the day of the Lord will come like a thief in the night, implying unpredictability, whereas Matthew 24:44 suggests being ready because it will happen at an hour when one is not aware, which contrasts in terms of preparedness.
1 Thessalonians 5:2-3: For yourselves know perfectly that the day of the Lord so cometh as a thief in the night.
Contradiction with Matthew 24:36
This verse claims no one knows the day or the hour, including the Son, but Matthew 24:44 urges readiness for a specific event, highlighting a tension between knowing and not knowing.
Matthew 24:36: But of that day and hour knoweth no [man], no, not the angels of heaven, but my Father only.
Contradiction with Acts 1:7
This verse states it is not for humans to know times or seasons set by the Father, suggesting human unawareness of timing, while Matthew 24:44 implies a need for readiness at all times.
Acts 1:7: And he said unto them, It is not for you to know the times or the seasons, which the Father hath put in his own power.
Contradiction with Mark 13:32-33
Similar to Matthew 24:36, these verses stress ignorance of the exact day or hour, conflicting with the directive to always be ready in Matthew 24:44.
Mark 13:32-33: But of that day and [that] hour knoweth no man, no, not the angels which are in heaven, neither the Son, but the Father.
Paradox #1
The contradiction or inconsistency might arise from the expectation to always be prepared for an event that is unpredictable. Some might argue it's challenging to live in a constant state of readiness without specifics, potentially leading to anxiety or fear. Others might question how to balance this expectation with living a normal, day-to-day life.