Contradiction with James 4:2-3
While Matthew 9:29 emphasizes receiving according to one's faith, James suggests that prayers remain unanswered due to improper motives or simply not asking.
James 4:2-3: Ye lust, and have not: ye kill, and desire to have, and cannot obtain: ye fight and war, yet ye have not, because ye ask not.
Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 12:9-11
Matthew 9:29 implies that healing is based solely on one's faith, but Corinthians describes gifts of healing being distributed according to the Spirit's will.
1 Corinthians 12:9-11: To another faith by the same Spirit; to another the gifts of healing by the same Spirit;
Contradiction with Deuteronomy 3:26
This passage shows God refusing a request despite Moses' faith, suggesting faith alone doesn't guarantee receiving.
Deuteronomy 3:26: But the LORD was wroth with me for your sakes, and would not hear me: and the LORD said unto me, Let it suffice thee; speak no more unto me of this matter.
Contradiction with Romans 9:16
Implies God's mercy is not dependent on human will or effort, contrasting with the faith-centric view of Matthew 9:29.
Romans 9:16: So then [it is] not of him that willeth, nor of him that runneth, but of God that sheweth mercy.
Contradiction with 2 Corinthians 12:8-9
Paul prays for his affliction to be removed, yet it remains despite his faith, indicating faith isn't the sole factor for receiving.
2 Corinthians 12:8-9: For this thing I besought the Lord thrice, that it might depart from me.