Contradiction with Proverbs 30:8
This verse asks for neither poverty nor riches, contrasting with Matthew 6:11's focus on daily provision, emphasizing contentment over specific daily needs.
Proverbs 30:8: Remove far from me vanity and lies: give me neither poverty nor riches; feed me with food convenient for me: [convenient...: Heb. of my allowance]
Contradiction with Deuteronomy 8:3
This verse highlights reliance on every word of God over bread alone, indicating spiritual sustenance as primary, which contrasts Matthew 6:11's request for physical sustenance.
Deuteronomy 8:3: And he humbled thee, and suffered thee to hunger, and fed thee with manna, which thou knewest not, neither did thy fathers know; that he might make thee know that man doth not live by bread only, but by every [word] that proceedeth out of the mouth of the LORD doth man live.
Contradiction with Matthew 4:4
Similar to Deuteronomy 8:3, it emphasizes living by God's word, not bread alone, diverging from the literal request in Matthew 6:11 for daily bread.
Matthew 4:4: But he answered and said, It is written, Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that proceedeth out of the mouth of God.
Contradiction with Luke 12:29-31
These verses suggest not to seek what to eat or drink, emphasizing God's provision, contrasting with the proactive ask of Matthew 6:11.
Luke 12:29-31: And seek not ye what ye shall eat, or what ye shall drink, neither be ye of doubtful mind. [neither...: or, live not in careful suspense]
Paradox #1
Some people might see a contradiction or conflict with Matthew 6:11 regarding the idea of daily reliance on God versus the notion of self-sufficiency and long-term planning. While the verse emphasizes trust in God to provide for daily needs, others might argue this could conflict with the idea of being responsible and planning for the future. However, many believe these concepts can coexist, with trust in God complementing personal responsibility.