Contradiction with Hebrews 13:5
This verse promises that God will never leave or forsake His followers, which contradicts with Matthew 7:23 where Jesus speaks of departing from those workers of iniquity.
Hebrews 13:5: [Let your] conversation [be] without covetousness; [and be] content with such things as ye have: for he hath said, I will never leave thee, nor forsake thee.
Contradiction with John 10:28
This verse states that Jesus gives eternal life to His followers and they shall never perish, and no one can pluck them out of His hand, which contrasts with Matthew 7:23's notion of separation.
John 10:28: And I give unto them eternal life; and they shall never perish, neither shall any [man] pluck them out of my hand.
Contradiction with Romans 8:1
This verse declares that there is no condemnation for those in Christ Jesus, which contradicts Matthew 7:23 where individuals are condemned as workers of iniquity.
Romans 8:1: [There is] therefore now no condemnation to them which are in Christ Jesus, who walk not after the flesh, but after the Spirit.
Paradox #1
The verse could be seen as conflicting with the idea that faith alone is enough for salvation, as it emphasizes the need for a genuine relationship and doing God's will rather than mere faith or religious actions. This might contrast with interpretations that suggest belief is the sole requirement.
Paradox #2
Matthew 7:23 could be seen as morally conflicting because it suggests that some people, despite doing good deeds or prophetic works, might still be rejected by Jesus. This could appear unfair to those who believe that actions are the main indicator of a person's righteousness or acceptance by God. This might conflict with the idea that good deeds alone are a path to a spiritual relationship.