Contradiction with James 4:3
James states that requests may not be granted if asked with wrong motives, contradicting the notion of faith-based healing seen in Matthew 8:13.
James 4:3: Ye ask, and receive not, because ye ask amiss, that ye may consume [it] upon your lusts. [lusts: or, pleasures]
Contradiction with 2 Corinthians 12:8-9
Paul prays three times for removal of a thorn but is denied, indicating that not all faith-filled requests are granted.
2 Corinthians 12:8-9: For this thing I besought the Lord thrice, that it might depart from me.
Contradiction with Psalm 44:23-24
The psalmist laments that God seems to ignore their suffering despite faith, which contrasts with the immediate response to faith in Matthew 8:13.
Psalm 44:23-24: Awake, why sleepest thou, O Lord? arise, cast [us] not off for ever.
Contradiction with 1 Timothy 5:23
Timothy is advised to use wine for health issues rather than relying solely on prayer, suggesting a practical approach instead of miraculous healing.
1 Timothy 5:23: Drink no longer water, but use a little wine for thy stomach's sake and thine often infirmities.
Contradiction with John 9:1-3
A man is born blind not due to lack of faith, but for a greater purpose, showing that faith isn’t the only factor involved in individual circumstances.
John 9:1-3: And as [Jesus] passed by, he saw a man which was blind from [his] birth.