Contradiction with Acts 22:16
Matthew 3:6 suggests baptism for repentance, while Acts 22:16 connects baptism with washing away sins through invoking the name of the Lord, indicating additional elements in the baptismal process.
Acts 22:16: And now why tarriest thou? arise, and be baptized, and wash away thy sins, calling on the name of the Lord.
Contradiction with John 3:5
Matthew 3:6 involves baptism by water for repentance, while John 3:5 presents water and the Spirit as necessary for entering the kingdom of God, introducing a spiritual component not mentioned in Matthew 3:6.
John 3:5: Jesus answered, Verily, verily, I say unto thee, Except a man be born of water and [of] the Spirit, he cannot enter into the kingdom of God.
Contradiction with Mark 16:16
Matthew 3:6 focuses on baptism for repentance, whereas Mark 16:16 emphasizes belief along with baptism as necessary for salvation, highlighting belief as a critical aspect absent in Matthew 3:6.
Mark 16:16: He that believeth and is baptized shall be saved; but he that believeth not shall be damned.
Contradiction with Luke 23:42-43
Matthew 3:6 describes baptism for repentance, but Luke 23:42-43 depicts the thief on the cross being accepted into paradise without baptism, suggesting that baptism may not be a rigid requirement for salvation.
Luke 23:42-43: And he said unto Jesus, Lord, remember me when thou comest into thy kingdom.