Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 1:14
This verse suggests the vanity of all labor under the sun, while 1 Corinthians 15:58 encourages steadfast labor in the Lord as not being in vain.
Ecclesiastes 1:14: I have seen all the works that are done under the sun; and, behold, all [is] vanity and vexation of spirit.
Contradiction with Psalm 127:1
This verse implies that labor is in vain without the Lord, suggesting a limitation on labor's value, contrasting with 1 Corinthians 15:58, which assures that labor in the Lord is not in vain.
Psalm 127:1: [A Song of degrees for Solomon.] Except the LORD build the house, they labour in vain that build it: except the LORD keep the city, the watchman waketh [but] in vain. [for...: or, of Solomon] [that...: Heb. that are builders of it in it]
Contradiction with Job 14:14
This verse questions the continuation and hope of human effort, whereas 1 Corinthians 15:58 assures that such labor is meaningful and enduring.
Job 14:14: If a man die, shall he live [again]? all the days of my appointed time will I wait, till my change come.
Contradiction with Isaiah 49:4
This verse speaks to laboring in vain and spending strength for nothing, in contrast to 1 Corinthians 15:58, which asserts the value of steadfast labor in the Lord.
Isaiah 49:4: Then I said, I have laboured in vain, I have spent my strength for nought, and in vain: [yet] surely my judgment [is] with the LORD, and my work with my God. [my work: or, my reward]
Contradiction with Galatians 2:21
This verse discusses the meaningless nature of actions if grace is disregarded, proposing a limit to the value of labor not echoed in 1 Corinthians 15:58.
Galatians 2:21: I do not frustrate the grace of God: for if righteousness [come] by the law, then Christ is dead in vain.