Contradiction with Matthew 23:10
While 1 Corinthians 1:1 emphasizes a specific calling by Jesus Christ, Matthew 23:10 mentions that no one should be called 'master' but Christ, highlighting a broader spiritual authority.
Matthew 23:10: Neither be ye called masters: for one is your Master, [even] Christ.
Contradiction with Galatians 1:11-12
1 Corinthians 1:1 talks about an apostleship through Jesus Christ, whereas Galatians 1:11-12 focuses on receiving the gospel not from man but through revelation, indicating a more personal revelation rather than a specified calling.
Galatians 1:11-12: But I certify you, brethren, that the gospel which was preached of me is not after man.
Contradiction with James 3:1
1 Corinthians 1:1 discusses being called as an apostle, while James 3:1 cautions against aspiring to become teachers due to the stricter judgment they face.
James 3:1: My brethren, be not many masters, knowing that we shall receive the greater condemnation. [condemnation: or, judgment]
Contradiction with Matthew 23:8
1 Corinthians 1:1 refers to a specific apostleship role, while Matthew 23:8 focuses on egalitarianism among followers of Christ, suggesting no titles among them.
Matthew 23:8: But be not ye called Rabbi: for one is your Master, [even] Christ; and all ye are brethren.
Contradiction with Hebrews 5:4
Paul in 1 Corinthians 1:1 is called to be an apostle, yet Hebrews 5:4 states no one takes honor upon themselves but is called by God, implying divine calling is beyond self-assertion.
Hebrews 5:4: And no man taketh this honour unto himself, but he that is called of God, as [was] Aaron.