Contradiction with Matthew 26:34
Jesus tells Peter he will deny Him three times, contradicting Peter's claim that he would never be offended by Him.
Matthew 26:34: Jesus said unto him, Verily I say unto thee, That this night, before the cock crow, thou shalt deny me thrice.
Contradiction with Mark 14:30
Similar to Matthew 26:34, Jesus predicts Peter's denial, contradicting Peter's bold proclamation of unwavering allegiance.
Mark 14:30: And Jesus saith unto him, Verily I say unto thee, That this day, [even] in this night, before the cock crow twice, thou shalt deny me thrice.
Contradiction with Luke 22:34
Jesus prophesies Peter's denial before the rooster crows, contradicting Peter's assertion that he would never deny Christ.
Luke 22:34: And he said, I tell thee, Peter, the cock shall not crow this day, before that thou shalt thrice deny that thou knowest me.
Contradiction with John 13:38
Jesus questions Peter and tells him about his imminent denials, contradicting Peter's claim of unfaltering loyalty.
John 13:38: Jesus answered him, Wilt thou lay down thy life for my sake? Verily, verily, I say unto thee, The cock shall not crow, till thou hast denied me thrice.
Contradiction with Matthew 26:69-75
Peter denies Jesus three times, fulfilling Jesus's prediction and contradicting Peter's insistence that he would not be offended or deny Him.
Matthew 26:69-75: But he denied before [them] all, saying, I know not what thou sayest.
Paradox #1
Peter's claim in this verse could be seen as inconsistent with his later behavior when he actually denies knowing Jesus three times. This shows a difference between his confident words and his actions.
Paradox #2
Peter claims unwavering loyalty, but later denies Jesus, showing a conflict between his words and actions.