Contradiction with 2 Timothy 1:7
This verse speaks of God giving a spirit of power, love, and a sound mind, which seems to contradict the weakness and fear Paul expresses in 1 Corinthians 2:3.
2 Timothy 1:7: For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind.
Contradiction with Joshua 1:9
God commands strength and courage, contradicting Paul's admission of fear and trembling.
Joshua 1:9: Have not I commanded thee? Be strong and of a good courage; be not afraid, neither be thou dismayed: for the LORD thy God [is] with thee whithersoever thou goest.
Contradiction with Philippians 4:13
Emphasizes strength through Christ, seemingly contrary to Paul's weak state expressed in 1 Corinthians 2:3.
Philippians 4:13: I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me.
Contradiction with Isaiah 35:4
Calls to be strong and fear not, contradicting the fear and weakness Paul mentions.
Isaiah 35:4: Say to them [that are] of a fearful heart, Be strong, fear not: behold, your God will come [with] vengeance, [even] God [with] a recompence; he will come and save you. [fearful: Heb. hasty]
Contradiction with Psalm 27:1
Speaks of the Lord as light and salvation, implying confidence rather than fear and trembling.
Psalm 27:1: [[A Psalm] of David.] The LORD [is] my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? the LORD [is] the strength of my life; of whom shall I be afraid?
Contradiction with Matthew 10:28
Encourages not fearing those who can kill the body, which contrasts with Paul's example of fear.
Matthew 10:28: And fear not them which kill the body, but are not able to kill the soul: but rather fear him which is able to destroy both soul and body in hell.