Contradiction with 1 Thessalonians 5:2-3
These verses speak of the day of the Lord coming unexpectedly, as a thief in the night, contradicting the servant's attitude in Matthew 24:48 who assumes the Lord's delay.
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 Proverbs 27:1
This verse advises not to boast about tomorrow, challenging the servant's assumption in Matthew 24:48 that his lord will delay his coming.
Proverbs 27:1: Boast not thyself of to morrow; for thou knowest not what a day may bring forth. [to...: Heb. to morrow day]
Contradiction with James 4:13-14
These verses highlight the uncertainty of tomorrow, contrasting the servant’s presumption of delay in Matthew 24:48.
James 4:13-14: Go to now, ye that say, To day or to morrow we will go into such a city, and continue there a year, and buy and sell, and get gain:
Contradiction with Revelation 3:3
This verse warns to watch and be ready, opposing the mindset of negligence and delay assumed by the evil servant in Matthew 24:48.
Revelation 3:3: Remember therefore how thou hast received and heard, and hold fast, and repent. If therefore thou shalt not watch, I will come on thee as a thief, and thou shalt not know what hour I will come upon thee.
Contradiction with Luke 12:40
This verse instructs to be ready, stressing the unexpected hour of coming, which is contrary to the servant's expectation of delay in Matthew 24:48.
Luke 12:40: Be ye therefore ready also: for the Son of man cometh at an hour when ye think not.
Paradox #1
The contradiction or conflict could be that a servant assumes negative intentions or delays responsibility because they believe the master is not coming soon. This attitude might contrast with the values of always being prepared and acting with integrity, regardless of supervision.