Contradiction with James 4:13-15
1 Corinthians 16:7 talks about the future with uncertainty and reliance on God’s will. James 4:13-15 warns against boasting about future plans, emphasizing that life is uncertain and one should say “if the Lord wills.”
James 4:13-15: Go to now, ye that say, To day or to morrow we will go into such a city, and continue there a year, and buy and sell, and get gain:
Contradiction with Proverbs 19:21
While 1 Corinthians 16:7 implies good intentions in making plans subject to God’s will, Proverbs 19:21 states that despite many plans in a man's heart, it is the Lord's purpose that will prevail, suggesting a stronger sense of divine control over human plans.
Proverbs 19:21: [There are] many devices in a man's heart; nevertheless the counsel of the LORD, that shall stand.
Contradiction with Matthew 6:34
1 Corinthians 16:7 involves planning for the future, but Matthew 6:34 advises against worrying about tomorrow, noting that each day has enough trouble of its own, which could imply focusing less on future planning.
Matthew 6:34: Take therefore no thought for the morrow: for the morrow shall take thought for the things of itself. Sufficient unto the day [is] the evil thereof.
Contradiction with Proverbs 16:9
1 Corinthians 16:7 indicates a desire to stay if permitted by God, while Proverbs 16:9 suggests that although humans may plan their way, the Lord ultimately directs their steps, emphasizing the overriding nature of divine guidance over human intentions.
Proverbs 16:9: A man's heart deviseth his way: but the LORD directeth his steps.