Contradiction with Matthew 11:28
In Matthew 8:34, the people ask Jesus to depart from their region, rejecting Him, whereas in Matthew 11:28, Jesus invites all to come to Him for rest, indicating acceptance and welcome.
Matthew 11:28: Come unto me, all [ye] that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.
Contradiction with John 1:11
Matthew 8:34 describes people rejecting Jesus, which is similar to John 1:11, where it states Jesus came to His own, and His own did not receive Him, not directly contradicting but affirming rejection.
John 1:11: He came unto his own, and his own received him not.
Contradiction with John 6:37
In Matthew 8:34, Jesus is asked to leave, while John 6:37 promises that whoever comes to Jesus will not be cast out, suggesting acceptance rather than rejection.
John 6:37: All that the Father giveth me shall come to me; and him that cometh to me I will in no wise cast out.
Contradiction with Matthew 19:14
Whereas in Matthew 8:34, the people reject Jesus, in Matthew 19:14, Jesus encourages children to come to Him, highlighting an open invitation rather than dismissal.
Matthew 19:14: But Jesus said, Suffer little children, and forbid them not, to come unto me: for of such is the kingdom of heaven.