Contradiction with Acts 10:28
In this verse, Peter explains that God showed him he should not call any man common or unclean, which contradicts Jesus’s instruction to the cleansed man in Matthew 8:4 to follow the law of Moses regarding lepers.
Acts 10:28: And he said unto them, Ye know how that it is an unlawful thing for a man that is a Jew to keep company, or come unto one of another nation; but God hath shewed me that I should not call any man common or unclean.
Contradiction with 1 John 1:9
This verse suggests that confessing sins openly and seeking God’s forgiveness is prioritized, contrasting with the secrecy Jesus advises in Matthew 8:4.
1 John 1:9: If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us [our] sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.
Contradiction with Matthew 5:14-16
These verses encourage believers to be the light of the world and not hide their works, contradicting Jesus’s command to the healed leper to tell no one.
Matthew 5:14-16: Ye are the light of the world. A city that is set on an hill cannot be hid.
Contradiction with John 18:20
Jesus states that He spoke openly to the world, contrasting with His instruction in Matthew 8:4 for the healed man to tell no one.
John 18:20: Jesus answered him, I spake openly to the world; I ever taught in the synagogue, and in the temple, whither the Jews always resort; and in secret have I said nothing.