Contradiction with James 2:24
This verse emphasizes justification by works and not by faith only, which contrasts with the concept of repentance and fruits in Matthew 3:8.
James 2:24: Ye see then how that by works a man is justified, and not by faith only.
Contradiction with Romans 3:28
This verse states that a man is justified by faith without the deeds of the law, potentially contradicting the emphasis on fruits of repentance in Matthew 3:8.
Romans 3:28: Therefore we conclude that a man is justified by faith without the deeds of the law.
Contradiction with Ephesians 2:8-9
These verses highlight salvation by grace through faith, not works, which may seem to contradict the idea of producing fruits worthy of repentance in Matthew 3:8.
Ephesians 2:8-9: For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: [it is] the gift of God:
Contradiction with Galatians 2:16
This verse emphasizes justification by faith in Jesus Christ and not by the works of the law, contrasting with Matthew 3:8's call for fruits of repentance.
Galatians 2:16: Knowing that a man is not justified by the works of the law, but by the faith of Jesus Christ, even we have believed in Jesus Christ, that we might be justified by the faith of Christ, and not by the works of the law: for by the works of the law shall no flesh be justified.
Contradiction with Titus 3:5
It mentions salvation not by works of righteousness but by God's mercy, which could contradict the expectation of demonstrating repentance through fruitful actions in Matthew 3:8.
Titus 3:5: Not by works of righteousness which we have done, but according to his mercy he saved us, by the washing of regeneration, and renewing of the Holy Ghost;