Contradiction with John 18:36
Jesus speaks of His kingdom not being of this world, potentially contrasting with the earthly ministry described in Matthew 4:23.
John 18:36: Jesus answered, My kingdom is not of this world: if my kingdom were of this world, then would my servants fight, that I should not be delivered to the Jews: but now is my kingdom not from hence.
Contradiction with Luke 5:16
Jesus often withdrew to lonely places to pray, which may seem to contrast with the active public ministry in Matthew 4:23.
Luke 5:16: And he withdrew himself into the wilderness, and prayed.
Contradiction with Mark 6:5
Records limitations in miracles in His hometown, differing from the widespread healing in Matthew 4:23.
Mark 6:5: And he could there do no mighty work, save that he laid his hands upon a few sick folk, and healed [them].
Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 1:22-24
Describes a focus on the crucified Christ rather than miraculous signs emphasized in Matthew 4:23.
1 Corinthians 1:22-24: For the Jews require a sign, and the Greeks seek after wisdom:
Contradiction with John 4:48
Jesus criticizes a reliance on signs and wonders, which contrasts with the healing ministry mentioned in Matthew 4:23.
John 4:48: Then said Jesus unto him, Except ye see signs and wonders, ye will not believe.
Contradiction with Luke 10:10-12
Jesus warns towns that reject Him, unlike the receptive ministry depicted in Matthew 4:23.
Luke 10:10-12: But into whatsoever city ye enter, and they receive you not, go your ways out into the streets of the same, and say,