Contradiction with Matthew 5:14
Matthew 5:14 suggests that followers of Christ should be like a "city that is set on a hill," implying they are to be visible and not hidden, contradicting Matthew 9:31 where secrecy is instructed.
Matthew 5:14: Ye are the light of the world. A city that is set on an hill cannot be hid.
Contradiction with Mark 16:15
Mark 16:15 commands to "Go ye into all the world, and preach the gospel," which is in direct contrast to the instruction in Matthew 9:31 to keep the miracle concealed.
Mark 16:15: And he said unto them, Go ye into all the world, and preach the gospel to every creature.
Contradiction with Acts 1:8
Acts 1:8 encourages believers to be witnesses "unto the uttermost part of the earth," urging public testimony, contradicting the private nature of the instruction in Matthew 9:31.
Acts 1:8: But ye shall receive power, after that the Holy Ghost is come upon you: and ye shall be witnesses unto me both in Jerusalem, and in all Judaea, and in Samaria, and unto the uttermost part of the earth. [power...: or, the power of the Holy Ghost coming upon you]
Contradiction with Matthew 28:19
Matthew 28:19 calls for making disciples of all nations, contradicting the notion of secrecy in Matthew 9:31.
Matthew 28:19: Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost: [teach...: or, make disciples, or, Christians of all nations]
Contradiction with 1 Peter 2:9
1 Peter 2:9 emphasizes declaring the praises of Him who called believers out of darkness, suggesting open proclamation, which contradicts the private instruction given in Matthew 9:31.
1 Peter 2:9: But ye [are] a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, an holy nation, a peculiar people; that ye should shew forth the praises of him who hath called you out of darkness into his marvellous light: [peculiar: or, purchased] [praises: or, virtues]
Paradox #1
Matthew 9:31 could show a moral inconsistency because Jesus asks people to keep his miracles a secret, but they don't listen and tell everyone. This could conflict with the idea of respecting Jesus' instructions and the importance of spreading his message.