Contradictions and Paradoxes in Matthew 6:31

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Matthew 6:31 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Matthew 6:31. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Matthew, Jesus is telling us not to worry about having enough food, drink, or clothes. He wants us to trust that God will take care of our needs, just like He takes care of the birds and flowers.

Matthew 6:31: Therefore take no thought, saying, What shall we eat? or, What shall we drink? or, Wherewithal shall we be clothed?

Contradiction with Matthew 6:34

This verse emphasizes not worrying about tomorrow, whereas Matthew 6:31 advises against worrying about basic needs today.

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 Philippians 4:6

This verse encourages prayer and supplication instead of worry, contrasting Matthew 6:31's emphasis on not worrying at all.

Philippians 4:6: Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God.

Contradiction with 1 Thessalonians 4:11-12

These verses promote a life focused on personal responsibility and work, whereas Matthew 6:31 discourages concern for daily needs.

1 Thessalonians 4:11-12: And that ye study to be quiet, and to do your own business, and to work with your own hands, as we commanded you;

Contradiction with Proverbs 6:6-8

These verses encourage preparing for the future like the ant, which contradicts Matthew 6:31's direction to not worry about basic needs.

Proverbs 6:6-8: Go to the ant, thou sluggard; consider her ways, and be wise:

Contradiction with 1 Peter 5:7

This verse advises casting all anxiety on God, differing from Matthew 6:31's message of not worrying (which implies not even having anxiety to cast).

1 Peter 5:7: Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you.
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