Contradictions and Paradoxes in Matthew 6:10

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Matthew 6:10 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Matthew 6:10. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Matthew, this verse means we are asking God to make the world a good place like heaven and for everyone to do what God wants here just like they do in heaven. It's like hoping the world can be nice and kind, just like God's perfect home.

Matthew 6:10: Thy kingdom come. Thy will be done in earth, as [it is] in heaven.

Contradiction with Genesis 6:5

This verse describes human wickedness on Earth, which contrasts with the ideal of God's will being done on Earth as it is in heaven.

Genesis 6:5: And GOD saw that the wickedness of man [was] great in the earth, and [that] every imagination of the thoughts of his heart [was] only evil continually. [every...: or, the whole imagination: the Hebrew word signifieth not only the imagination, but also the purposes and desires] [continually: Heb. every day]

Contradiction with Proverbs 16:9

This verse emphasizes that a person plans their way, suggesting human autonomy rather than God's will being the guiding force on Earth.

Proverbs 16:9: A man's heart deviseth his way: but the LORD directeth his steps.

Contradiction with Isaiah 55:8-9

This verse indicates that God's thoughts and ways are higher than human ways, suggesting a disconnect rather than alignment with God's will on Earth.

Isaiah 55:8-9: For my thoughts [are] not your thoughts, neither [are] your ways my ways, saith the LORD.

Contradiction with John 18:36

Jesus states His kingdom is not of this world, implying a separation between heavenly will and earthly action.

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 Romans 12:2

This verse suggests a transformation and renewal of the mind to discern God's will, implying it is not inherently done on Earth.

Romans 12:2: And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what [is] that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God.

Contradiction with James 4:4

This verse states friendship with the world is enmity with God, suggesting a contradiction with God's will being done on Earth.

James 4:4: Ye adulterers and adulteresses, know ye not that the friendship of the world is enmity with God? whosoever therefore will be a friend of the world is the enemy of God.

Contradiction with 1 John 2:15-17

This passage highlights the world's values being contrary to God’s will, contradicting the notion of God's will being done on Earth.

1 John 2:15-17: Love not the world, neither the things [that are] in the world. If any man love the world, the love of the Father is not in him.

Paradox #1

The contradiction or inconsistency could arise if someone believes that humans should strive for control over their own lives and make their own choices, while the verse suggests submitting to a higher power's will. This might conflict with the idea of free will and autonomy in making decisions about one's own life.

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