Contradiction with James 5:15
This verse emphasizes the prayer of faith saving the sick, suggesting that healing comes through faith and prayer alone, whereas Matthew 9:5 implies Jesus has the authority to forgive sins as a means of healing.
James 5:15: And the prayer of faith shall save the sick, and the Lord shall raise him up; and if he have committed sins, they shall be forgiven him.
Contradiction with John 9:2-3
These verses indicate that afflictions are not always a result of sin and hence do not necessarily require forgiveness for healing, contradicting the implication in Matthew 9:5 that forgiveness is linked to healing.
John 9:2-3: And his disciples asked him, saying, Master, who did sin, this man, or his parents, that he was born blind?
Contradiction with 2 Chronicles 7:14
This verse emphasizes collective repentance and prayer for healing, while Matthew 9:5 focuses on an individual's direct forgiveness and healing by Jesus, without the need for prayer.
2 Chronicles 7:14: If my people, which are called by my name, shall humble themselves, and pray, and seek my face, and turn from their wicked ways; then will I hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin, and will heal their land. [which...: Heb. upon whom my name is called]