Contradiction with Isaiah 9:1
Matthew 4:15 references fulfillment of prophecy in Isaiah 9:1, yet some interpretations suggest differences in geographic focus between the two texts.
Isaiah 9:1: Nevertheless the dimness [shall] not [be] such as [was] in her vexation, when at the first he lightly afflicted the land of Zebulun and the land of Naphtali, and afterward did more grievously afflict [her by] the way of the sea, beyond Jordan, in Galilee of the nations. [of the nations: or, populous]
Contradiction with Matthew 15:24
Contradicts by suggesting Jesus' initial mission was only to the lost sheep of Israel, whereas Matthew 4:15 alludes to a broader audience with the mention of "Galilee of the Gentiles."
Matthew 15:24: But he answered and said, I am not sent but unto the lost sheep of the house of Israel.
Contradiction with Acts 13:46
This verse depicts a shift towards a broader mission beyond Israel, potentially contradicting the localized implication in Matthew 4:15.
Acts 13:46: Then Paul and Barnabas waxed bold, and said, It was necessary that the word of God should first have been spoken to you: but seeing ye put it from you, and judge yourselves unworthy of everlasting life, lo, we turn to the Gentiles.
Contradiction with Matthew 10:5-6
Contradicts with Matthew 4:15 by emphasizing Jesus instructing his disciples to avoid Gentile areas, whereas Matthew 4:15 highlights "Galilee of the Gentiles."
Matthew 10:5-6: These twelve Jesus sent forth, and commanded them, saying, Go not into the way of the Gentiles, and into [any] city of the Samaritans enter ye not:
Contradiction with Romans 15:8
Suggests that Jesus' ministry was initially to confirm promises to the patriarchs, contrasting with the inclusionary tone towards Gentiles seen in Matthew 4:15.
Romans 15:8: Now I say that Jesus Christ was a minister of the circumcision for the truth of God, to confirm the promises [made] unto the fathers: