Contradictions and Paradoxes in Matthew 8:25

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Matthew 8:25 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Matthew 8:25. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Matthew, Jesus' friends were scared because their boat was in a big storm, so they woke Him up and asked for His help. They believed Jesus could save them from the danger.

Matthew 8:25: And his disciples came to [him], and awoke him, saying, Lord, save us: we perish.

Contradiction with Isaiah 41:10

This verse promises God's support and help, contrasting with the disciples' fear and desperation in Matthew 8:25.

Isaiah 41:10: Fear thou not; for I [am] with thee: be not dismayed; for I [am] thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness.

Contradiction with 2 Timothy 1:7

This verse speaks about God giving a spirit of power, love, and a sound mind rather than fear, whereas the disciples express fear in Matthew 8:25.

2 Timothy 1:7: For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind.

Contradiction with 1 John 4:18

This verse states that perfect love casts out fear, contrasting with the disciples' reaction of fear in Matthew 8:25.

1 John 4:18: There is no fear in love; but perfect love casteth out fear: because fear hath torment. He that feareth is not made perfect in love.

Contradiction with Exodus 14:14

This verse assures that the Lord will fight for you and you should hold your peace, which contrasts with the disciples' panic in Matthew 8:25.

Exodus 14:14: The LORD shall fight for you, and ye shall hold your peace.

Contradiction with Philippians 4:6

This verse advises not to be anxious about anything but to present requests to God with thanksgiving, contrasting the fear exhibited by the disciples in Matthew 8:25.

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.
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