Contradiction with James 3:1
This verse suggests that not all should become teachers, implying a select group for teaching, which contradicts the question in 1 Corinthians 12:29 asking if all are teachers, implying not everyone holds such roles.
James 3:1: My brethren, be not many masters, knowing that we shall receive the greater condemnation. [condemnation: or, judgment]
Contradiction with Romans 12:6
This verse describes different gifts, indicating not everyone has the same role or gift, contrasting with the implication in 1 Corinthians 12:29 that not every believer holds the office of apostle, prophet, or teacher.
Romans 12:6: Having then gifts differing according to the grace that is given to us, whether prophecy, [let us prophesy] according to the proportion of faith;
Contradiction with Ephesians 4:11
This verse specifies that God gave some to be apostles, prophets, evangelists, pastors, and teachers, highlighting the exclusivity and specialization of roles, which aligns with the rhetorical questions in 1 Corinthians 12:29 suggesting not everyone is the same.
Ephesians 4:11: And he gave some, apostles; and some, prophets; and some, evangelists; and some, pastors and teachers;