Contradiction with Matthew 6:34
It advises not to worry about tomorrow, seemingly contradicting 6:30's concern for today’s provision.
Matthew 6:34: Take therefore no thought for the morrow: for the morrow shall take thought for the things of itself. Sufficient unto the day [is] the evil thereof.
Contradiction with Luke 12:33
Encourages selling possessions and giving to the poor, which could be seen in contrast to concerns about material provision.
Luke 12:33: Sell that ye have, and give alms; provide yourselves bags which wax not old, a treasure in the heavens that faileth not, where no thief approacheth, neither moth corrupteth.
Contradiction with 2 Thessalonians 3:10
States that those who do not work should not eat, contrasting with reliance on God for provision in Matthew 6:30.
2 Thessalonians 3:10: For even when we were with you, this we commanded you, that if any would not work, neither should he eat.
Paradox #1
The potential contradiction in Matthew 6:30 could be the challenge of balancing trust in divine provision with personal responsibility. While the verse encourages reliance on God's care, it might conflict with the idea of taking personal initiative and responsibility for one's own needs. This tension could lead to confusion about when to rely on faith and when to take action.