Contradiction with John 3:17
John 3:17 indicates that Jesus came not to condemn the world, but to save it, which contrasts with the idea of separation and burning in Matthew 3:12.
John 3:17: For God sent not his Son into the world to condemn the world; but that the world through him might be saved.
Contradiction with James 2:13
James 2:13 emphasizes mercy triumphing over judgment, which contrasts with the judgment and destruction emphasized in Matthew 3:12.
James 2:13: For he shall have judgment without mercy, that hath shewed no mercy; and mercy rejoiceth against judgment. [rejoiceth: or, glorieth]
Contradiction with 1 Timothy 2:4
1 Timothy 2:4 states that God desires all people to be saved, which seems to contradict the separation and destruction described in Matthew 3:12.
1 Timothy 2:4: Who will have all men to be saved, and to come unto the knowledge of the truth.
Contradiction with 2 Peter 3:9
2 Peter 3:9 suggests God's patience and desire for all to repent, contrasting with the decisive judgment depicted in Matthew 3:12.
2 Peter 3:9: The Lord is not slack concerning his promise, as some men count slackness; but is longsuffering to us-ward, not willing that any should perish, but that all should come to repentance.
Contradiction with Luke 19:10
Luke 19:10 highlights Jesus' mission to seek and save the lost, not to destroy, which contradicts the harsh separation in Matthew 3:12.
Luke 19:10: For the Son of man is come to seek and to save that which was lost.
Paradox #1
Matthew 3:12 talks about separating the good from the bad and the idea of punishment for the bad. Some people might say this conflicts with the idea of a loving, forgiving God who emphasizes mercy and redemption. It can be seen as inconsistent with the belief in a God who gives everyone a chance to change and be forgiven, rather than punishing them harshly.
Paradox #2
Matthew 3:12 discusses a process of separating good from bad and implies judgment and consequences. The moral conflict might arise from the idea of eternal punishment, which some people could see as conflicting with the notion of a loving and forgiving God. Some might also struggle with the concept of final judgment and lack of opportunity for redemption.