Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 11:3
Describes a hierarchical order, implying unequal roles, whereas 1 Corinthians 12:27 emphasizes unity and equality among believers as parts of the body of Christ.
1 Corinthians 11:3: But I would have you know, that the head of every man is Christ; and the head of the woman [is] the man; and the head of Christ [is] God.
Contradiction with Galatians 3:28
Emphasizes that there is neither Jew nor Greek, slave nor free, male nor female in Christ, suggesting a unity that dismisses differences, contradicting the distinct roles implied in the body metaphor of 1 Corinthians 12:27.
Galatians 3:28: There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither bond nor free, there is neither male nor female: for ye are all one in Christ Jesus.
Contradiction with 1 Peter 2:9
Describes believers as a royal priesthood and a holy nation, which might imply a different interpretation of communal identity compared to the body metaphor used in 1 Corinthians 12:27.
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]
Contradiction with Romans 12:4-5
Considers individual members having different functions, potentially clashing with the idea in 1 Corinthians 12:27 where all are collectively the body of Christ, suggesting a more unified function.
Romans 12:4-5: For as we have many members in one body, and all members have not the same office:
Contradiction with Ephesians 4:11-12
Identifies specific roles and functions such as apostles, prophets, and teachers, suggesting a diversity of roles, which can be seen as contradicting the notion of uniformity in the body of Christ in 1 Corinthians 12:27.
Ephesians 4:11-12: And he gave some, apostles; and some, prophets; and some, evangelists; and some, pastors and teachers;