Contradiction with Psalm 1:3
This verse says the righteous are like trees planted by rivers, bringing forth fruit in season, contrary to Matthew 7:19 which warns about non-fruit-bearing trees being destroyed.
Psalm 1:3: And he shall be like a tree planted by the rivers of water, that bringeth forth his fruit in his season; his leaf also shall not wither; and whatsoever he doeth shall prosper. [wither: Heb. fade]
Contradiction with Luke 13:6-9
This parable shows the owner giving a non-fruit-bearing tree another chance to produce fruit, differing from Matthew 7:19's message of immediate destruction for such trees.
Luke 13:6-9: He spake also this parable; A certain [man] had a fig tree planted in his vineyard; and he came and sought fruit thereon, and found none.
Contradiction with John 15:2
This verse explains that unfruitful branches will be taken away, while those that are fruitful are pruned to bear more fruit, showing a focus on improvement rather than destruction.
John 15:2: Every branch in me that beareth not fruit he taketh away: and every [branch] that beareth fruit, he purgeth it, that it may bring forth more fruit.
Contradiction with Romans 11:17-21
This passage speaks about branches being broken off to graft others in, suggesting possibilities of redemption and inclusion unlike the finality of Matthew 7:19.
Romans 11:17-21: And if some of the branches be broken off, and thou, being a wild olive tree, wert graffed in among them, and with them partakest of the root and fatness of the olive tree; [among them: or, for them]
Contradiction with 2 Peter 3:9
This verse talks about God being patient and not wanting anyone to perish, conflicting with the idea of immediate destruction in Matthew 7:19.
2 Peter 3:9: The Lord is not slack concerning his promise, as some men count slackness; but is longsuffering to us-ward, not willing that any should perish, but that all should come to repentance.
Paradox #1
Matthew 7:19 could seem contradictory if compared to the idea of God's mercy and forgiveness. The verse suggests strong consequences for unfruitfulness, which might seem at odds with teachings about grace and redemption. However, it's generally interpreted as emphasizing the importance of living a fruitful life in faith.
Paradox #2
The contradiction or conflict could be that while the verse emphasizes consequences for unproductive behavior or actions, it may seem harsh or unforgiving. This might appear to conflict with messages of mercy and forgiveness found elsewhere. The idea of strict judgment could be seen as inconsistent with themes of compassion and second chances.